Streaming movies and TV shows has become an increasingly popular pastime, but there are still good reasons to consider buying a regular Blu-ray player or an Ultra High Definition (4K) model. Standard ...

K Blu‑ray offers superior video and audio quality compared to streaming. However, the equipment required to get the most out of it makes it not worth it.

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The high-definition movie disc battle between HD DVD and Blu-ray Disc can be traced all the way back to 2000, when companies began experimenting with using new blue lasers in optical disc systems.

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Streaming and digital downloads have become the main way most of us consume our favorite TV shows and movies. Still, collector's will always hold a special place for an actual physical media ...

Streaming is awesome, but a solid Blu-ray player unlocks image and sound quality you've never known in your favorite TV and movies. By Julian Vittorio Published Sep 8, 2023 3:00 PM EDT We may earn ...

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While streaming is obviously more convenient for most of us, anyone who wants the best possible picture and sound quality for their home theater needs Ultra HD Blu-ray. The format offers more ...