How to Buy BenQ Blu Ray Disk Drives

BenQ is a Taiwan-based manufacturer of Blu-ray players and burners. It unveiled its BW1000 blue-laser burner in 2005. Buy an BenQ Blu-ray through the Internet, although it is sometimes possible to get them through higher-end electronics specialty stores.

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

1. Look at the BenQ Blu-ray technology before you buy. Digital review websites explain how BenQ differs from other players and burners on the market.

2. Consider that BenQ was the first to put a Blu-ray burner on the market. It has models that burn and play DVDs, CDs and Blu-ray discs. Other manufacturers have followed suit.

3. Compare the BenQ to other manufacturers. Compare performance items equally. For instance, examine the optical pickup units, the source of energy used to burn discs. Reviewers say the BenQ use of both red and blue lasers is more efficient.

4. Look at the models on the market. BenQ has two Blu-ray models out: the BW1000 and the EW-100G. Compare between the two to ensure you are getting what you want.

5. Set aside a few bucks for the purchase. Costs run around $800 to $1,000, and there`s a lot of debate as to whether the price can come down as quickly as it did with DVD burners when they first came on the market.

6. Consult the Internet. European distribution was first.

Tips & Warnings

• Use eBay and similar sites to find the BenQ Blu-ray, or order from a European distributor. Factor in the higher shipping costs.

Resources

• The Blu-Ray website has players and burners.
• The Engadget website shares reviews of the BenQ Blu-ray.
• The U.S. website for BenQ is a starting point as well.