I've heard rumours that Astro might be coming out with a new decoder that supports 720p broadcast in preparation for the upcoming World Cup 2010 ... the new decoder will have HDMI out but as mentioned, signal will only be up to a max 720p (not too sure bout other channels like HBO tho) ... this is just rumour, dunno whether really will come out or not ... but if out, then better lah ... at least won't look horrible anymore on my LCD TV .... heheeh ....