Blockbuster’s Blu-ray move: HD-DVD backers question rental firm’s current importance to success of formats

 The backers of HD-DVD, the DVD forum have rebuffed claims that Blockbuster’s decision to stock only Blu-ray movies will adversely affect its format’s chances. Speaking at Wednesday’s HD-DVD briefing in London, representatives for the format claimed that the rental firm’s decision ‘was a drop in the ocean’. Read more

VidaBox Magnum HTPC gets priced out of our league

we all knew good and well VidaBox was sparing no luxury when crafting the CableCARD-ready, HD DVD / Blu-ray supporting HTPC it affectionately dubs the Magnum, but even the well prepared may be a tad taken aback by the price. While the vendor's website still requests that you swallow a chill pill and calmly call for any pricing inquiries Read more

HD-DVD backers question rental firm’s current importance to success of formats: Storage specialist modernises following Memorex acquisition

Imation Corp, the digital storage media specialist, has unveiled new Imation flash and optical packaging. The aim of the new look is to enable resellers and retailers to more easily differentiate offerings to business and consumer audiences, and from other manufacturers in their portfolio. Read more