Redbox testing out movie distribution without discs, boxes, red
By Richard Lawler 
posted Nov 12th 2009 1:50PM
posted Nov 12th 2009 1:50PM
Downloads and streaming may not be ready to overtake discs yet, but it's become standard practice for anyone in the business of delivering round platters to peek into online options and Redbox is the latest one. Word from VideoBusiness is the company has a trial program going with everyone's favorite partner CinemaNow where customers prepay for rental packages and get a gift card that can be redeemed for the online movies. At a $1 a day, we don't think Redbox is close to being overtaken by the online space, but obviously it is trying to figure out where to go next with its business, and a hybrid deal for movies we don't have to get off the couch -- or put pants on -- to watch is as good of a plan as any.
Richard, I hope you have pants on even if you are at home watching TV. Or else I really don't want to be sitting on your couch.... ever.
I don't get RedBox but I may not be the target demographic. My gf likes it but she only uses it because she can find a free coupon every week.
I prefer Netflix because it is delivered to my door. I can stay pantsless all day and peek out the door for a few short seconds to grab the mail. Having a 9pm deadline to return movies is a hassle. Not that the selection is very good either....
Netflix has a huge marketshare. The day wait is really the only inconvenience. I don't see Redbox picking up much more.
Seriously, what is so bad about pants people?