We decided on a Sony VCR since that's what we had ear-lier, and were happy with. Besides that, I discovered DVD rentals were Rs 125, and I now that brat can run through a day. We went to the Philips show room next. They were pushing a DVD model which could be connected to six music channels. I have told this story to friends in consumer electronics companies.
All analyses point to a huge opportunity there.
The company gurus tell me that this is a stupid idea because the world is going the other way. Eyeing the purchase, my husband said. I hope it doesn't get obsolete like the LD player our friend bought. I am puzzled. Forecasting the future di-rection and pace of technology is the company executive's job.