The video format wars have been going on for years. You’ve no doubt heard of the mainstays, like VHS and DVDs, but do you remember the brief DVD competitor HD DVD? Or how about the one-time VHS competitor Betamax? A video recording format history isn’t necessary for you to get the most out of your home theater, but you should understand the basics about the up-and-coming format that will likely send DVDs running for their money in the near future. We’re talking, of course, about Blu-Ray Discs.
Blu-Rays fought and won the battle of the next generation video recording format against HD DVDs. They are now the consumer electronics industry’s #1 disc for producing the highest quality audio and video, and by understanding a bit about how they work, you can incorporate Blu-Rays into your home theater with awe-inspiring effects.
