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Blu-ray and HD DVD: The facts

Digital Living HD DVDs almost exclusively use the more advanced VC-1 and AVC codecs, while the first generation of Blu-ray movies uses the ageing MPEG-2 codec. It's not as if you're going to have to spread single movies over multiple HD DVDs, but more a case of...

1 June 2007, 16:40

What HD disc player should I buy? review

Digital Living It's very hard to get an HD DVD or Blu-ray player that can play DVDs from all regions. Many will upscale DVDs to 1080p too, and those that don't will pump out a 1080i signal. Blu-Ray / HD DVD support The closest thing is a Samsung DVD-HD860, which...

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16 November 2007, 12:52

Do I need a TV with 1080i or 1080p?

Digital Living If you watch a lot of normal TV and want to watch DVDs and possibly some high-definition TV via satellite or cable, then you can easily manage with a 720p set, especially if you are looking to buy a TV under 37 inches.

6 June 2007, 11:14

Is the PS3 any good as a Blu-ray player?

Digital Living The only drawback we can think of is that the PS3 doesn't upscale standard DVDs, but Sony has hinted this functionality will be included in a future firmware update. And here's why: the most important factor in deciding which DVD, HD DVD or Blu-ray...

28 March 2007, 16:24

Is a 46-inch TV too big for my living room?

Digital Living Upscaling models will convert standard-definition DVDs to close to high-definition quality and they're not as expensive as you might think -- try Samsung's HD860, which can be found for as little as £60.

15 November 2006, 16:02

Why isn't Freeview on LCD and plasmas as good as on my old TV?

Digital Living This is why DVDs look much better on your TV than Freeview ever will. When it comes to high definition though, you can't beat an LCD or plasma, so if you're planning to get a next-generation games console or a Blu-ray or HD DVD player then you'll...

25 April 2007, 11:42