If you think that the current Blu-ray disc is the best then you might be out of date because Pionner has unveiled its 16-layer optical disc that is able to store a huge 400GB worth of data. The Pioneer disk is based on Blu-ray Disc (BD) with a breakthrough in material of reflective layers. The specifications of the pick-up head (PUH) of the disc is the same as those for the PUH of blank BD discs, so the Pioneer discs can be read on BD players that are in the market. Pioneer will release its read-only (ROM) 400GB discs in 2008 to 2010, meanwhile rewritable 400GB discs will make a debut in 2010 to 2012 and the 1TB capacity disc in 2013. [Digitimes]
Denon is a brand for high quality audio video systems. The company has announced its DVD-3800BD Blu-ray player that utilities the 10-bit Silicon Optix sxT2 HQV Realta chipset to obtain the highest resolution HD video via an HDMI 1.3a connection with 36-bit deep color support. You can also enjoy high-quality sound reproduction thanks to the DDSC-HD audio output with dual 32-bit floating-point Burr Brown DSPs, AL24 processors, Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio decoders. The Denon DVD-3800BD will be released this December for $2,500. [Electronista]
That’s right! Other World Computing (OWC) has rolled out the world’s first external Blu-ray drive that features Quad Interface. The drive connects to your PC or laptop via four different interfaces such as FireWire 400, FireWire 800, USB 2.0 and eSATA. This external Blu-ray drive comes in two variants including the Mercury Pro SW-5583 that reads/writes Blu-ray, DVD, DVD-RAM and CD-R/RW and the Mercury Pro SW-5583T that comes bundled with a full retail version of Roxio Toast 9 Titanium (Mac OS X). The Mercury Pro SW-5583 retails for $499.99, meanwhile the Mercury Pro SW-5583T is priced at $579.99. [Engadget]
Sherwood offers a new Blu-ray player that is priced at only $299.95. The Sherwood BDP-5003 Blu-ray player features upscaling of regular DVDs, 1080p resolution, video playback at both 60Hz and 24Hz, full compatibility with HDMI 1.3 and supports Dolby TruHD and DTS-Master Audio HD. I am sure more cheaper Blu-ray players will be released in the near future. [SlipperyBrick]
Sharp today rolled out AQUOS DX series, which is known as the first LCD TVs with built-in Blu Ray Disc Recorders in the world. The series consists of 16 new models from 26-Inch to 52-Inch screen sizes. All models are compatible with BD-RE V2.1 (Single / Dual layer), BD-R 1.1 (Single / Dual Layer) recordable disc, and most of available playable disc. These HDTVs also feature Digital W Tuner, that allows you to watch TV while you are recording your favorite programs. Its Kameyama LCD Panel provides smooth picture quality. The price ranges from €1200 to €3600, depending on the screen size. [Akihabara]
Acer wants to bring the high definition entertainment with their latest AX3200 desktop PC. The computer features a 24 inch 1080p LCD display with AMD Phenom X3 8450 triple-core processor, 4GB RAM, 640GB hard drive, NVIDIA GeForce 8200 integrated graphics and Blu-ray drive. I think the Blu-ray drive is the cool factor for this entertainment PC. The PC itself retails for $679.99, meanwhile its 24 inch P244W LCD monitor is sold separately for $399. [Engadget]
Integra wants to enter the Blu-ray player market with its latest DBS-6.9 Blu-ray player. The new Blu-ray player features 1080p video at 24fps, HDMI v1.3 output, and a front-panel SD memory card slot, which enables Bonus View PIP. The player also sports Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. The Integra DBS-6.9 Blu-ray Player retails for $600. [CrunchGear]
Pioneer today introduced the next generation Blu-Ray disc that provides 400GB of storage capacity. It means that the disc can store sixteen 25GB Blu-Ray discs in one package. Pioneer also announced that this kind of Blu-Ray disc could effectively reduce the optical disc production and save resources. The picture above shows the new Blu-Ray disc that can store 500GB of data, however the announcement was about the 400GB version. [Ubergizmo]
That’s right! Sony’s Blu-ray disc charger offers BD-Live capability, RS-232C controls and is able to hold up to 400 Blu-ray discs. That’s amazing! You can add all of your Blu-ray movie collection onto this Blu-ray charger. The device is also compatible with DVDs and CDs. The pricing and availability info are still unknown. I am sure it will be expensive. [CruchGear]
Mitsubishi has unveiled a two parts wireless HDTV system. The system will comprise of a very thin LCD screen (approx.1.5 inch), and then a separate Blu-ray optical drive box that also sends out the wireless signals to the TV. The Mitsubishi HDTV will incorporate AMIMON’s wireless technology, capable of delivering uncompressed HD video streams wirelessly. The wireless HDTV will enable flexible placement of HD source devices such as AVRs, DVRs, DVD players, set-top boxes (STBs) and game consoles anywhere within the room and throughout the home. The product is planned to release in the Japanese market this fall, expect to see it in the U.S. by next year. [Wired]
