Panasonic has released a DVD recorder based on Blu-Ray, a technology that can read and store data at much higher densities than previous DVD technologies. According to some analyst estimates, the move should give Panasonic an edge in the battle against a rival technology supported by fellow Japanese electronics makers NEC and Toshiba. The ability to record high-definition TV programs is becoming important as countries around the world are set to shift to the new format in wide numbers.
Panasonic Debuts Blu-Ray DVD Recorder
Posted by: ECT News Hardware Desk June 30, 2004 02:02 PMPanasonic has released a DVD recorder based on Blu-Ray, a technology that can read and store data at much higher densities than previous DVD technologies. According to some analyst estimates, the move should give Panasonic an edge in the battle against a rival technology supported by fellow Japanese electronics makers NEC and Toshiba. The ability to record high-definition TV programs is becoming important as countries around the world are set to shift to the new format in wide numbers.