CE Pro Blu-ray/HD DVD Stories

Blu-ray Managed Copy Coming in 2010

2009-06-12T20:09:00-06:00

New DRM specs will legally allow consumers to make one copy of each Blu-ray disc they own. Supporting Blu-ray players won't hit market until first or second quarter of 2010.

Kaleidescape Mini Delivers Single-Component System

2009-06-12T12:20:00-06:00

The Mini System is a single-component system that imports and outputs content at 1080p. But its form factor and expandable storage space are what set it apart from others.

Harman Kardon Adds BDP 1 Upconverting Blu-ray Player

2009-06-09T13:34:00-06:00

Company's first Blu-ray Player offers BD-Live and upconverts DVDs to 1080p.

Pioneer Adds BDP-V6000 Professional Blu-ray Player

2009-06-04T15:27:00-06:00

Pioneer will showcase new commercial products, BDP-V6000 and HD-V9000 Professional Video System, at InfoComm 2009.

Vudu Offers HD Disney, Buena Vista Movies for Purchase

2009-06-04T14:30:00-06:00

Future titles from Disney and Buena Vista to be available for download-to-own in HD and HDX on the same day the title is released.

Walmart to Emphasize 1080p, Blu-ray in Technology Shift

2009-05-21T14:05:00-06:00

In a battle with Best Buy for Circuit City and Tweeter’s customers, Walmart is increasing its emphasis on Blu-ray and 1080p in its 3,500 stores. Walmart will also make its electronics displays more interactive and bulk up its product offerings.

DVDs Still Beating Blu-ray, Downloads Among Consumers

2009-05-12T17:54:00-06:00

DVDs continue to be the dominant entertainment media among consumers, with 63 percent of consumer spending going to the format.

Denon Intros CI Receivers, Blu-ray Players and iPod Docks

2009-05-12T15:25:00-06:00

Denon is introducing nine new audio/video receivers, with five designed specifically for installers, new Profile 2.0 Blu-ray players, iPod docks and headphones.

Toshiba Suffers Record $3.5B Net Loss for Fiscal Year

2009-05-08T18:35:00-06:00

First annual loss in seven years is the largest in company history.

Harman Kardon Joins Blu-ray Game with BDP 10

2009-05-08T18:14:00-06:00

Harman Kardon will give Europe the first crack at the BDP 10 Blu-ray Disc player, which will be available this month.

Blu-ray Player Prices Drop 34% in Last Year, Study Finds

2009-05-06T14:36:00-06:00

Average price falls from $393 in Q1 2008 to $261 in Q1 2009, according to The NPD Group.

Vizio Delays VBR100 Blu-ray Player Until Summer

2009-05-04T15:24:00-06:00

After making its debut at CES, Vizio's $200 VBR100 Blu-ray player won't hit the market until at least this August.

Oppo Digital Will Ship BDP-83 Blu-ray Player in May

2009-04-30T14:15:00-06:00

Those who received invitations will start receiving the BDP-83 May 5. Wider rollout to follow.

Study: Blu-ray Sales Increase 105%, DVD Sales Fall 14% in Q1

2009-04-28T14:47:00-06:00

Pre-recorded media sales dropped 5 percent to $5.3 billion for Q1 2009.

Top Blu-ray Titles for $6.94

2009-04-23T20:18:00-06:00

Buy an HD DVD for $1.99, and then swap it for the Blu-ray version for $4.95. Integrators, stock up now on gifts for your customers!