Although the delays suck, the number of months between the 2 products does not really directly relate. I mean its not yet a ridiculously hot item. Let say in the next 2 months HD-DVD sells 5000 units as opposed to 25,000, yes its extra time but not necessarily a quantum leap in maket control
Given the current costs and "nature" of these devices, as long as BD hits at the beginning of the Christmas selling season, it is no great loss, especially since the vast majority of users are waiting it out anyhow and the end result is more than likely to be at least as good and more than likely better.