Digital copies are nice… If you can use them!
Waiting for me when I got home was a package from Amazon; inside was my Blu Ray of Wall E. Like every other movie I have with a digital copy I went to upload it to my iTunes, and what do I find? I have no activation code! So a call was made to Disney customer service and at the very start there is an option for the missing Wall E codes. I was informed by a nice recording that the fastest way to get my code was to E-mail Disney with my information so they could send me a proof of purchase form? Now I will admit that I bought the 3 disc edition because it was a gold box deal a few weeks ago. Nevertheless, what about the person who bought it for the digital copy? If Disney and other studios want us to use their overly DRM laden way then at least give us the information I need to use it, or a way to get my code in a manner or minutes, not hours, or days. How about just letting me rip over my DVDs that I pay for and own, like I do with my music(with a note that the MPAA hates it).
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While I agree that Keith could rip from the Blu-Ray, I think that misses the point. First, he shouldn’t have to violate the letter, if not the spirit, of the law, when he paid for the package in good faith. Second, although I’m sure there are many who believe that digital copy is nonsense, their are also plenty of customers that may appreciate the convenience of not having to do a computer rip in the first place… IMO it’s important that the studios accommodate all legal uses of licensed media. It will certainly help them to market Blu-Ray…
I got a 3-disc set of “Nightmare Before Christmas”, and the digital copy activation code was on the reverse side of the unique activation code sheet (just like the one that is in the picture above); did you check the back of the WALL-E sheet?
@Michael - I have no problems with ripping my DVDs that I own for use on my Apple TV. I didn’t realize this was just as simple with Blu-Ray; it’s probably the primary reason I haven’t jumped into Blu-Ray more wholeheartedly than I have (I only own one Blue-Ray disk). Assuming you’re on a Mac, what setup do you use for ripping Blu-Ray disks? Does Handbrake work? What hardware would you recommend?
A reviewer on Wal-Mart’s site said they had a blank sheet as well. They even opened 3 more copies at the store, and all were blank. I, personally, don’t have use for the digital copy.
If your Wall-e DVD/Blu-ray disc case contains no Digital Copy activation code please send your full name, address, and phone number to contactus@disneystudiohelp.com and we will assist you.
@CHASH Make no mistake, I agree that Keith is entitled to what he purchased. I will not dispute the aggravation that must come with not being able to tangibly receive what is perhaps the most instantly obtainable format. He paid for the package and deserves it. I empathize entirely… I just neglected to mention it.
No, I was expressing my aggravation with ‘Digital Copy Included’ as a marketing ploy. I concede the convenience, but would argue the legality point - and I don’t mean some shoe string interpretation of the law. It is illegal to copy and share movies; however, I believe even DRM controlled media should allow for type conversions.
Let’s speak Apple specifically for the sake of argument: If you buy a song in iTunes, you can put on a CD for yourself - tangibly yours in at least a small variety. iTunes+ furthers the concept. If you purchase a CD, iTunes allows you to rip it to your library.
I believe the same for movies - ripping and/or encoding physical media to your personal devices shouldn’t be constituted as illegal duplication. In the future I would hope and somewhat anticipate converting my library in a standardized manner. We expect as much with our music - we should demand the same from our movies. I am vocal about it because I want it to be so; I believe it’s a fair request: We should not have to pay more for digital versioning.
@CalebC Handbrake is wonderful for Mac, but I wouldn’t recommend it for Blu Ray just yet, per say. Nevertheless, if you search the handbrake forums you will find a wealth of information on the topic - and in all likelihood much better advice you would get from me.
i agree 100% thats why i am here i was trying to look for how to get my code they should have a system where you enter you box info and put the disc in then it gives you the code but i dont know i cant do all that i am 15. I dont want to go to my mom for help with it. Its the internet the point of it is so you can get fast answers
You can easily rip WALL E with free software for both Mac and PC. Odds are your rip will look as good or better. This digital copy nonsense is lame.