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Blu-Ray 101

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The format war is over, and Blu-Ray won! By using this guide to basics of the Blu-Ray format, you will be on your way to watching the most incredible digital movies you have ever seen.

  • What Is Blu-ray Format?

    Blu-ray is a DVD playback format, and it reproduces twice as many lines on a television screen as a standard definition DVD. Learn more about the great picture quality of Read More

  • What Is a Blu-Ray DVD Writer?

    A Blu-ray DVD writer is a device that uses a laser to record data on optical Blu-ray discs. It is similar to a CD writer or DVD writer but can also write to the Read More

  • HD DVD Vs. Blu Ray

    The two most optimal ways to view a movie from a home TV come are high-definition (HD) DVD and Blu Ray discs. Both provide outstanding digital images and sound. You cannot Read More

  • How to Use Blu-Ray DVD Menus

    Learn how to use Blu-Ray disc menus with expert DVD tips and advice from our high-def video expert and home entertainment stereo consultant in this free online high Read More

  • Blu-ray DVD Facts

    Although standard DVDs produce a nice, clear, digital image when played back on a high-definition TV, they aren't producing the best picture possible. To have a truly Read More

  • How to Convert Blu-Ray to DVD

    Converting a Blu-ray disc to DVD is a very detailed process and can take many hours to complete. The advantage to the conversion is that you can make copies of your Blu-ray Read More

  • How to Clean a Blu Ray Lens

    Blu-Ray players can accumulate a lot of dirt and dust on delicate internal components. Over time, this buildup can affect the ability of the blu-ray laser to read movie and Read More

  • How to Burn a Blu-Ray DVD

    Burn a Blu-ray disc to DVD by getting a computer that has a Blu-ray disc burner, installing software that will capture and burn Blu-Ray, and using a rewritable Blu-ray disc Read More

  • How Does Blu-ray Compare to HD-DVD?

    Both HD-DVD and Blu-ray are DVD formats designed to provide high definition video output on dedicated players. (The formats can also be used for data storage.) With the Read More

  • Will a Regular DVD Work in a Blu-Ray Player?

    Blu-ray discs can display high-definition movies with audiophile-quality audio. Due to the way they are made, you cannot play one of them in a regular DVD player. But the Read More

  • What is Blu-Ray: High Definition DVD Players

    Learn about Blu-Ray disc technology with expert DVD tips and advice from our high-def video expert and home entertainment stereo consultant in this free online high Read More

  • What Are Blue Ray Electronics?

    Blu-Ray electronics are the next generation in home video and audio entertainment. A Blu-Ray disc is like a DVD in that it contains a movie or television show, but the Read More

  • What to Look for in a Blue Ray DVD

    Blu-Ray DVDs have become the new standard for high definition home video. But that does not mean all Blu-Ray DVDs are created equal. There are several things you can look Read More

  • Blue-Ray Technology Explained

    While DVD has been the best way to watch movies at home for years, the advent of Blu-ray has raised the bar. With a 1080p high-definition picture and high-definition Read More

  • Format Wars of High Definition DVD Players

    Learn about format wars with expert DVD tips and advice from our high-def video expert and home entertainment stereo consultant in this free online high definition DVD Read More

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