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1. HD-DVD Technology: An Overview

The technological term HD DVD is clearly an extension of the standard DVD plan. It is a much better option and a higher quality display. It is currently the closest thing to the most recent DVD format called the Blu-ray discs (BD). And yes, the HD stands for High Definition!

The HD DVD is patterned after is predecessor, the standard DVD. Both are designed from similar underlying technologies. It is known to store up to three times the regular storage capacity of the DVD. The standard DVD can only store up to 4.7 GB while the HD DVD can store as much as 15 GB per layer!

This technology was mutually developed by NEC and Toshiba. HD DVD the abbreviated term for High Definition Digital Versatile Disc was previously known as Advanced Optical Disc or the AOD. Last November of 2003, the international organization that is composed of software, hardware, and media that is the dominant developer of the DVD and HD DVD technologies called the DVD forum voted to support the HD as the successor of DVD.

This High Definition DVD is currently the in the latest format war with its closest rival the Blu-ray. The present specs for the HD DVD-Rewritable and HD DVD-ROM is version 1.0. However, the specification for HD DVD-R is now at 0.9, while the HD-DVD RAM is not yet fully established. The first HD DVD recorders were recently released in Japan, whilst the HD DVD-ROMs were released last 2006.

You already know that this type of format can store up to 15 GB in a single layer. For every additional layer, another 15 GB will be available. You might be wondering what the real reason behind this dramatic increase in capacity size is. The ground for this drastic increase in capacity is simply because an HD transmission will need a lot more space than a normal DVD stream.

Although the release and the usage of the HD DVD has been formalized, technological engineers continue to work for a more advanced technology. In fact at the 2007 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Toshiba proudly announced that they have recently developed an HD DVD with 17 GB layers, and a subsequent demonstration of a triple-layer 51 GB disc.
HD DVD is only one amongst t the thousands of manifestation of technological advancements. It may be one of the most highly developed formats of today. But you’ll never know what the future has in store for all of us.

2. How To Add Movies Easily and Painlessly To Your iPhone

The iPhone is a game changing device. It's such a big deal, but now, nearly every manufacturer has created their own device that does almost exactly the same things. However, no device doesn't quite as well or as elegantly as the iPhone. One of the big draws of the iPhone is that it's not just a phone, is a full-fledged multimedia device that you can take with you anywhere.

If you are lucky enough to own an iPhone and have been trying to find out how to put movies on it, this article can help. Almost anyone with only minimal technical capability should be able to add movies and videos on to their iPod touch or iPhone without any problems.

There are two major ways to get videos on your iPhone. The first is by buying them directly from Apple, the second is by ripping them from a DVD. Technically, some DVDs are actually shipping with digital versions that will play on your iPod or iPhone. So, I guess that makes three ways. With an iPhone you can show movies that have come either from a DVD or straight from the internet. Obviously, a DVD won't fit into your iPhone, so you'll first need to get the movie onto a computer, and you should then be able to transfer the files to your iPhone.

In order to get a DVD saved on your computer in the required format, you'll need some "ripping" software, which is capable of ripping the files into MP4 format, which is what the iPhone uses. There are some very easy to use pieces of software out there that will handle most of the DVD ripping for you and some software will even rip the DVD and transfer directly onto the iPod or iPhone for you without you having to do anything.

Many people simply download the movies from torrent or peer to peer sites, which is of course illegal, and pretty dangerous for your computer too. Ever wondered why people that download lots of stuff get viruses all the time? It's because they use places like that.

There is really no reason to go onto a peer-to-peer filesharing site and download movies illegally. Apple has made it so easy and simple to get movies legally that you should not resort to illegal tactics no matter how cheap you are. Also, DVDs are so cheap to buy that there is really no justification for stealing.

Buying a movie directly from Apple and the iTunes music store and transferring it directly onto your iPod or iPhone is by far the easiest, safest, and best way to get movies and video on your iPhone. Play it safe and don't do something stupid. Is watching a movie really worth getting raided by the FBI? I don't think so either.

3. Low-Cost Ways To Watch Your Favourite TV Shows And Films On DVD

In this day and age you can buy most of your favourite films and TV shows on DVD. However as you are probably aware, this can become a very expensive habit, particularly in the current economic climate when we have less money in our pockets. So how can you still watch all of your favourite TV shows and movies on DVD?

Well the most obvious way is to forget about buying every single DVD that you are interested in watching and consider renting instead. There are lots of online rental services to choose from so you will have no problems finding an affordable service. It is not only cheaper but it is also very convenient because you simply browse their website, choose the titles you want, and have them delivered direct to your door, all for a small monthly membership fee.

This makes so much more sense than buying because if you go through your DVD collection you will probably find lots of titles that you have only ever watched once and will probably never watch again. You could have rented these out for a lot less and saved yourself a considerable amount of money.

If you don't fancy renting, then there are still ways you can reduce the amount you spend on DVDs. The first way is simply to avoid buying new releases straight away and instead wait several months before purchasing them. This will generally save you some money because the price generally goes down in the months and years after they are first released.

Another way you can save money is to use price comparison sites to compare the prices of individual titles across various different retailers. These sites are extremely popular and for no cost at all will enable you to quickly and easily find the best possible price for the title you are interested in buying.

This is much better than simply buying from the same online retailer all the time, like a lot of people do, and will really save you money in the long run. When you start using price comparison sites you will soon discover how much price discrepancies there are between the various sites. Some will charge say $200 for a box set of a particular series while another retailer may charge just $100 for instance.

So to sum up this article, the main ways in which you can still enjoy all your favourite films and TVshows on DVD, whilst saving money at the same time, are by waiting several months before buying and then using price comparison sites to get the cheapest price. Alternatively you could save even more money by renting all your favourite DVDs instead.

4. Home Theater System Buying Tips: What You Must Know

In choosing a home theater system, you need to think about several components. First, decide whether you want a projector screen or a wide screen TV. Some of the factors that will affect your decision would be the size of the home theater room, the screen’s size, and, of course, the price. Although some people simply decide merely by the looks of the projector screen or the giant TV but your real deciding factor should be the picture quality.

One of the most critical components of a home theater system is the sound system. This is what creates a realistic viewing experience and makes your home viewing comparable to watching a movie in a real surround sound movie theater. Look for a home theater system with a minimum of five speakers to get a good sound quality.

Another device that you would need to complete your home theater system is your movie player, which normally is a DVD player. There is a host of DVD players out there varying in prices, some as low as $40, so you will certainly find one to meet your needs.
Additionally, your home theater would need furniture such as an entertainment stand and some loungers, for instance, or a big couch. No matter what furniture you choose, make sure it will fit the space and look of your home theater room as well as offer the most comfort. More importantly, place the seats so that everyone can enjoy the movie in terms of both visuals and the sound.

As you shop for your home theater system, keep in mind that this is big purchase so take your time in inquiring about each brand name and model. Learn about the features, the pros and the cons of each model before you make your decision. Always check for home theater system reviews from both experts and consumers to make sure the system your interested in is worth your money.

Last but not the least of your considerations is installation. Many vendors will tell you prior to sale that installing this or that system would be quick and easy but you cannot rely on their word because, oftentimes, setting up a home theater system can be downright confusing so make sure to have some allowance in your budget for professional installation service. If you are working on a tight budget, ask a technically savvy friend to come over and help you. Planning your purchase of a home theater system is as equally important as saving up for it. So, plan carefully to make sure your purchase is hassle-free and truly enjoyable.