Disney President and CEO Bob Iger Announces the Launch of D23!

[BamaJenn]

While I understand that for some folks D23 is a waste of money, let's be careful not to down those people who decided it was not. Sure everyone is entitled to an opinion but I'm starting to read some negative posts that almost make it seem that those of us who decided to give it a shot for the first year and see what happens are naive or misinformed in some way. I know these comments aren't ill intended but me personally, I'm excited about this.

[lockedoutlogic]

While I understand that for some folks D23 is a waste of money, let's be careful not to down those people who decided it was not. Sure everyone is entitled to an opinion but I'm starting to read some negative posts that almost make it seem that those of us who decided to give it a shot for the first year and see what happens are naive or misinformed in some way. I know these comments aren't ill intended but me personally, I'm excited about this.

you bring up a good point....

I don't think anybody should be ridiculed for purchasing a consumer product......in this case this DTV23-34-36....

I personally criticize because this is a thinly vieled attempt at a moneygrab on Disney's part.....a yearly fee for something that in many cases won't provide any return to the consumer (like 50% of the Health Club memberships in the US)....it's a pretty pathetic attempt at subscription service on Disney's part....in my opinion

But if people choose to try it....there is nothing wrong with that

[caryrae]

I suppose if I had money to spare I would buy a membership as would a lot of people maybe. Maybe if this came out before the problems with the economy it may be a different story.

[BriarRose]

I think it would be smarter of them to market it as a monthly fee, which would work out to $6.25 a month, give or take a fraction of a penny.

Hey, for $6.25 a month, I might try it. It's just that $75.00 seems extravigant.

Maybe I will.....

[murphy1]

What a joke! Bob Iger, you should be ashamed! When there are people who are trying to figure out how to eat these days and you put a fee like this on something, I just throw up my hands.

[caryrae]

I think it would be smarter of them to market it as a monthly fee, which would work out to $6.25 a month, give or take a fraction of a penny.

Hey, for $6.25 a month, I might try it.

Maybe I will.....

I broke down and decided to sign up. I figured I probably waste more a month then the $6.25 per month it works out to be. All I had to do was lower my Nexflix level from $16.99 to $8.99.

[GBBT]

I looked at the mag this morning at B&N's and it reminds me of the annual report booklet Shareholders get in the mail(what's happening in the parks,celebrity photos of Disney characters,new Pixar movie(s) etc.)I can opt back into posatal mailings of the annual reports(that's FREE)and not have to pay the $15.95 or club membership fee.

[CaptSmee]

I was curious after seeing Iger on The View this morning talking about 23 so I went to my local B&N and picked up the "magazine". I was so impressed with it that I'm going to join. To me, this looks like it was not created for the Disney "fan", but for the Disney "enthusiast". Someone that doesn't mind paying premium prices to get quality product. This thing is no magazine, it's like a quarterly book with an embossed cover and beautiful pictures and very lengthy articles. I thought it was great and am curious to see what the "gift" is for joining. I also like the exclusive pin that I saw as well and want to get it!

[BamaJenn]

you bring up a good point....

I don't think anybody should be ridiculed for purchasing a consumer product......in this case this DTV23-34-36....

I personally criticize because this is a thinly vieled attempt at a moneygrab on Disney's part.....a yearly fee for something that in many cases won't provide any return to the consumer (like 50% of the Health Club memberships in the US)....it's a pretty pathetic attempt at subscription service on Disney's part....in my opinion

But if people choose to try it....there is nothing wrong with that

Thank you very much for seeing my point. I by no means wanted to start a "flame war" with my comments but amidst the desire to vent from those who aren't impressed, it's making those of us who decided to jump in and see what it's all about look like we're, again, naive and misinformed. All I ask is that everyone be careful not to make the new D23 members feel that way.