High Definition DVD Zone

High Definition DVD Zone

The Blu-ray and HD DVD Buyer's GuideWith the two major competing formats, Blu-ray and HD DVD, both launching this year, 2006 marks an important year for high definition DVDs. As with any launch, and more so due to the competing nature of both High Def DVD formats, there is bound to be lots of questions, and perhaps not as many unbiased answers. Regardless, it will prove to be an exciting time for DVD and home theatre fans.

Lots of issues will decide which format ultimately wins the battle, including copy protection, cost of hardware/movies, studio support and of course, consumer acceptance. With the upcoming launch of the Xbox-360's HD DVD reader drive and the PS3's native support for Blu-ray, it brings a whole new dimension into the battle for our hard earned money.

Blu-ray & HD DVD Discounts Then there is also H.264, the new video compression format for Blu-ray/HD DVD. H.264 can also be used as a DivX/XviD substitute, offering even better compression ratios.

For a list of Blu-ray and HD DVD movie releases, please refer to dvdloc8.com's Blu-ray and HD DVD listings.

This section will keep you updated with the latest news, recommended articles and software to help you keep up with the latest developments in the world of high definition DVDs.

Latest HD Trailers:

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Zombieland - H.264 HD 1080p Theatrical Trailer #2

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G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra - H.264 HD 1080p Theatrical Trailer

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Where the Wild Things Are - H.264 HD 1080p Theatrical Trailer #2

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Valkyrie - H.264 HD 1080p Theatrical Trailer #3

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The Twilight Saga: New Moon - H.264 HD 1080p Teaser Trailer

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Latest News:

Myka Set-top Box

Myka's New Linux Based Net-Top Box

Posted by: jmet, 12:53, November 7, 2009

Myka goes beyond Hulu and Boxee allowing you to browse to any web site and play video content directly onto your TV ... More


PlayTV

Sony Brings HD recording to the PS3

Posted by: jmet, 12:40, November 7, 2009

Sony has updated the firmware for PlayTV to version 1.21 allowing it to record free to air HD channels ... More


ConvertXtoDVD Box

ConvertXtoDVD Updates to Version 4.0.3.313

Posted by: jmet, 08:16, November 6, 2009

ConvertXtoDVD is a tool to convert and burn your movie files to a compatible DVD playable on any home DVD player ... More


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Best Buy & Roxio Team Up

Posted by: jmet, 13:25, November 4, 2009

Best Buy today announced an on-demand movie and entertainment service that will be powered by Sonic's Roxio CinemaNow and ... More


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Wal-Mart Rumors

Posted by: jmet, 13:16, November 4, 2009

Wal-Mart is rumored to be selling the Xbox 360 Arcade edition for $199 bundled with a $100 gift card starting this Saturday ... More