14 DAY TRIAL // It would seem that finding a 3D Blu-ray version of Avatar is not exactly an easy task nowadays, even in the US, and for this reason, Panasonic (who's invested heavily in the promotion of the movie) is now offering US customers a special deal, bundling the 3D movie with their own VIERA
3D Full HD TVs.
Unfortunately, it would seem that what we're talking about here is an exclusive deal, meaning that the 3D Blu-ray version of Avatar will only be available in this form, for the time being, which is not exactly fair as far as the other 3D home entertainment equipment manufacturers are concerned, but it's nevertheless a sound marketing strategy. The Panasonic 3D Full HD Ultimate Pack (SRP $399.95) promotion features the Blu-ray 3D version of James Cameron's AVATAR and two pairs of rechargeable Panasonic 3D Eyewear with the purchase of a Panasonic VIERA VT Series or GT Series Full HD 3D Plasma TV. Participating dealers will also be offering a Panasonic System Solution Bundle promotion through January 1, 2011, which offers a Panasonic DMP-BDT100 3D Blu-ray Disc Player (SRP $249.95) or a $249.95 instant rebate toward the purchase of a Panasonic SC-BTT350 3D Home Theater In-A-Box (SRP $499.95) with the purchase of a Panasonic VIERA VT or GT Series Full HD 3D TV. Both the 3D Ultimate Pack and System Solution Bundle promotions run simultaneously offering consumers a unique opportunity to take home AVATAR on Blu-ray 3D Disc, two pairs of Panasonic 3D Eyewear and a Panasonic 3D Blu-ray Disc Player as a bonus for purchasing a 2010 Panasonic VIERA Full HD 3D Plasma TV. Moreover, via its Panasonic Customer Loyalty Program, the Japanese company is also offering current owners of 2010 VIERA Full HD 3D Plasma TVs (VT25 Series, GT25 Series, TC-P50VT20, and TC-46PGT24) who purchased their TVs between March 10, 2010 and November 30, 2010 an opportunity to receive a complimentary copy of AVATAR on Blu-ray 3D Disc via a mail-in request program. "As a leader in Full HD 3D technology, Panasonic is proud to be the exclusive source for the debut of the blockbuster movie AVATAR on Blu-ray 3D Disc," said Shiro Kitajima, president of Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company. "Panasonic's line of VIERA Full HD 3D Plasma TVs and Blu-ray 3D Disc Players are the best way to enjoy this stunning movie in crisp, clear Full HD 3D the way the movie's creators intended it to be seen.” “With that in mind, Panasonic has created a series of bundle promotions designed to give consumers the opportunity to bring the immersive world of 3D and AVATAR in 3D into their homes for the holidays. We also wanted to recognize the early adopters who are so critical to new technologies with our Customer Loyalty Program so they too could enjoy AVATAR on Blu-ray 3D Disc with our compliments," concluded Mr. Kitajima.