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• Toshiba HD-E1 HD DVD player

  Bringing next-gen DVD goodness into the Europe's living rooms

  While other manufacturers flap about trying to decide what format to back in the HD DVD/Blu-ray Disc war, Toshiba has been solidly behind HD DVD since the start. The HD-E1 is the first consumer-oriented standalone HD DVD player available in Europe, so you can now feed your HD telly something decent.?

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  Wednesday, January 31, 2007

• Fujifilm Introduces 23GB Proffesional Disc

  Fujifilm introduced today the Fujifilm PD711, a Blu-ray-based optical recording disc for the XDCAM Professional Disc System. source: 'CDRinfo' 2007-01-31
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• LG Electronics Unveils New Super Multi Blue Dual-Format Drive at 2007 International CES

  
  

  
  Functioning as Blu-ray Disc Rewriter and HD DVD-ROM Drive, Product Highlights LG's 2007 Optical Storage and Flash Ram Lines
  
  
  LAS VEGAS, Jan. 7, 2007 – LG Electronics (LG), a leader in consumer electronics and mobile communications, today introduced Super Multi optical storage drives featuring enhanced flexibility for the next-generation DVD formats and security features at the 2007 International CES® (Booth #8214, Central Hall, Las Vegas Convention Center).
  
  
  Key products from LG - the largest optical storage manufacturer in the world and the leading drive supplier in the U.S. - include the groundbreaking “Super Multi Blue” Blu-ray Disc Rewriter and HD DVD-ROM Drive (GGW-H10N) and the new Super Multi DVD Rewriter with Security Function featuring “SecurDisc”™ technology co-developed with Nero®.
  
  
  THE NEXT-GENERATION OF OPTICAL STORAGE
  
  
  LG offers flexibility to consumers in the next-generation in optical disc drives. The GGW-H10N is compatible with both Blu-ray Discs and HD-DVD formats. The Super Multi Blue drive is compatible with Blu-ray Disc, DVD, CD read/write and HD-DVD-ROM (read), offering consumers the most universal unit available.
  
  
  The GGW-H10N can record up to 50GB of data, equivalent to 4-1/2 hours of high-definition video or 22 hours or standard definition video (on a dual layer 50GB BD-R/BD-RE recordable media). Surpassing the market standard, LG is providing a 4x recording speed of Blu-ray Discs, which means that it takes only 23-24 minutes to burn a full single layer BD-R disc (25GB), compared with 46-47 minutes for conventional 2x recording.
  
  
  The product will be released during the first quarter of 2007, priced under US $1,200. The core technologies of Super Multi Blue Drive are Optical Pickup technology, which supports Blu-ray disc write/playback, HD DVD playback and DVD/CD write/playback, as well as the system controlling the Optical Pickup securely and effectively. All of these are LG’s proprietary technologies. The LG-developed Optical Pickup is the world’s first device supporting both Blu-ray disc write/playback, HD DVD playback, which proves the company’s unsurpassed technology in the optical storage field.
  
  
  Super Multi Blue, also available from LG in the first dual-format high-definition disc player (model BH-100) available in early 2007, is expected to end customers’ confusion caused by the format war between Blu-ray disc and HD DVD, and promote the growth of next-generation DVD market. (See separate news release.)
  
  
  A NEW LEVEL OF SECURITY
  
  
  Using SecurDisc technology co-developed with Nero, LG’s new Super Multi DVD Rewriter with Security Function meets the demand for enhanced features to enable secure data protection and content access control when writing data on CD and DVD formats. While some optical disc drives support password encryption as the only security function, LG’s new drive with Security Function offers multiple features to protect a disc at the user and storage levels:
  
  
  • Password Encryption – Protects user data against unauthorized access through password protection
  
  
  • Disc Creator Authentication – A digital signature is applied to all data to allow recipients to verify data authenticity
  
  
  • Integrity Checker – Detects altered data through checksums to verify data integrity and readability
  
  
  • Data Insurance – Increases data reliability through redundantly stored data
  
  
  LG’s DVD Rewriter with Security Function provides both professional and private users with the means necessary to protect and share data securely.
  
  
  ADDITIONAL INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL PRODUCTS
  
  
  Other LG external and internal optical disc drives showcased at CES 2007 include:
  
  
  Internal
  
  
  • GSA-H42N – This internal drive has a writing speed of 18x DVD+R and DVD-R.
  
  
  • GSA-H42L –This internal drive has a writing speed of 18x DVD+R and DVD-R. Further the unit is incorporates LightScribe, a direct disc labeling technology.
  
  
  • GSA-H30N – The Internal Super Multi features Serial ATA interface.
  
  
  External
  
  
  • GSA-E30N – This external drive has a writing speed of 18x DVD+R and DVD-R.
  
  
  • GSA-E30L – This external drive has 18x DVD+R and DVD-R write speeds, one of the highest speeds on the market. Further the unit is incorporates LightScribe, a direct disc labeling technology.
  
  
  • GSA-E50L – This slim portable external drive integrates USB BUS Power, with an AC adapter for high speed. The unit has up to 8x DVD+R and DVD-R write speeds in addition to 8.5GB double layer recording.
  
  
  • GSA-T10N – The internal Slim Super Multi features a writing speed of 8x DVD+R and DVD-R.
  
  
  • GSA-U10N – The internal Slim Super Multi - Ultra Slim drive features a writing speed of 8x DVD+R and DVD-R.
  
  
  FLASH RAM
  
  
  In addition to its optical storage drives, LG also showcased its cutting-edge Mini Retractable, Chocolate Style Flash RAM USB drive. Building on LG’s popular ‘Chocolate design,’ this retractable Flash RAM USB Drive is compact, stylish and a great tool for anyone in need of an external storage device. The ‘Chocolate design’ is a sleek, ultra thin minimalist style and silky-
  
  
  smooth design created by LG earlier this year. With no cap to lose, it features storage capacities ranging from 1GB to 2GB, and features a red eye LED to let you know when it is working. Additionally, there is added security with the password lock feature.
  
  
  ABOUT LG ELECTRONICS USA, INC.
  
  
  Based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., LG Electronics USA, Inc., (LGEUS) is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics, Inc., a $43.4-billion global force in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. In the United States, LGEUS sells a wide range of digital display and digital media products, digital appliances and mobile phones under LG’s “Life’s Good” marketing theme. For more information, please visit www.LGusa.com.
  
  
  ABOUT LG ELECTRONICS, INC.
  
  
  LG Electronics, Inc. (KSE: 06657.KS) is a global leader and technology innovator in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications, employing more than 72,000 people working in over 120 operations including 80 subsidiaries around the world. Comprising four business units -- Mobile Communications, Digital Appliance, Digital Display and Digital Media with 2005 global consolidated sales of US $43.4 billion -- LG Electronics is the world’s largest producer of CDMA handsets, residential air conditioners, plasma panels, optical storage products, DVD players and home theater systems. For more information please visit www.lge.com.
  
  
  CONTACTS:
  
  
  John I. Taylor (847) 941-8181, jtaylor@lge.com
  
  
  Chris Neff (201) 816-2241, cneff@lge.com
  
  
  Brent Tongco (773) 454-2148, brent.tongco@ogilvypr.com
  
  
  Nero® and SecurDisc™ are trademarks of Nero AG and its subsidiaries.
  
  
  

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  Tuesday, January 30, 2007

• RESPONSE TO REPORTS OF ATTACKS ON AACS TECHNOLOGY

  AACS LA has confirmed that AACS Title Keys have appeared on public web sites without authorization. Such unauthorized disclosures indicate an attack on one or more players sold by AACS licensees. This development is limited to the compromise of specific implementations, and does not represent an attack on the AACS system itself, nor is it exclusive to any particular format. Instead it illustrates the need for all AACS licensees to follow the Compliance and Robustness Rules set forth in the AACS license agreements to help ensure that product implementations are not compromised. AACS LA employs both technical and legal measures to deal with attacks such as this one, and AACS LA is using all appropriate remedies at its disposal to address the attack.
  
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• Pioneer Unveils the BDC-202 Blu-ray Disc Combo Drive

  “With BD-ROM compatibility, the drive enables professionals and consumers to watch high-definition (HD) movies on PCs.” source: 'CDRinfo' 2007-01-25
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• Hitachi Demos Four-Layer Blu-Ray Disc Playback

  “Hitachi showcased playback of a four-layer Blu-Ray disc featuring a capacity of 25GB per layer. The company said that the drive used for reading was a standard Blu-Ray drive, at its booth at the 2007 International CES.” source: 'CDRinfo' 2007-01-11
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• Porn Stars Find HD Makes Things Look A Little Too Real

  “ It's something of a cliche to say that the battle over which format will rule the next generation of DVD players will be decided by whichever format the porn industry chooses. This is in part because the adult industry does have a reputation for embracing new technologies, and because of its size, whichever one it chooses will affect the purchasing decisions of many viewers. But what if porn and HD didn't go hand in hand, as had been assumed? According to some in the industry, high definition makes porn look much worse. All of a sudden, you can see every little imperfection -- warts and all. It's unlikely that this will really stop the industry from eventually migrating to the new technology, and they do have techniques to make things look a little better. But if fans can't get used to HD porn, then the impact of the industry's choice may be less than anticipated. ” source: 'Techdirt' 2007-01-22
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  Monday, January 22, 2007

• Sony's brave Sir Howard

  “With the PS3 and Blu-ray by his side, CEO Howard Stringer says Sony is set to vanquish its foes and keep consumers happy.” source: 'CNETnews.com' 2007-01-17
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• Audio/Video: Sony unveils prototype hybrid Blu-ray, headphones, Bluetooth devices

  “Sony held the "Dealer Convention 2006" on the 13th, and Impress Watch was of course on hand to see what they had available. The company demonstrated several of their Blu-ray products, including a hybrid recorder with both hard drive and Blu-ray drive, as well as new Sugo Roku recorders, new LocationFree products, and new cameras and projectors. (pictures in this article).
  
  
  
  Also shown by the company were several new audio products including several new models of headphones. Perhaps more interesting was the "HWS-NEW" Bluetooth unit that can act as both a transmitter and a receiver. They also showed a few models of headphones that could be used wirelessly, an a transmitter called the "TMR-NEW." Finally, they showed the "SRS-NEW" 2ch Bluetooth speakers. Pictures of all the above products are available
  
  
  
  
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• Sony Starts MPEG-4 AVC Encoding of Blu-Ray Content

  “Sony PCL has announced that it will start its AVC encoding services for Blu-Ray discs in April 2007.” source: 'CDRinfo' 2007-01-17
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• Sonic Scenarist to Support Warner Bros Total Hi Def Disc

  “Sonic today announced its Scenarist Workgroup authoring systems for HD DVD and Blu-ray Disc will support Warner Bros. Total Hi Def disc through a new product called THDassign.” source: 'CDRinfo' 2007-01-17
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• Blu-Ray Camp Bets on 50GB Movie Titles

  “New Blu-Ray Hollywood releases with interactive BD-J features, the use of H.264 encoding as well as the Playstation 3 Blu-Ray entertainment system were the main topics discussed at the BDA's press conference at the International CES Show.” source: 'CDRinfo' 2007-01-09
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  Tuesday, January 16, 2007

• LG steals the show at CES with dual-format Multi Blue Burner

  		LG Electronics have turned the Blu-Ray HD-DVD format war on its head with the release of a new dual format machine. The LG GGW-H10N will record 50GB Blu-Ray (BDR) discs and also read HD-DVD discs. This means the consumers can benefit from the widest range of content form all publishers while getting the benefits of recording on the superior Blu-Ray format. Described as a Super Multi Blue Drive offers 4X recording on Blu-Ray media suggesting that it is possible to burn single layer (25 GB) Blu-Ray discs in fewer than 25 minutes. LG are indicating that the unit is expected to ship 2007 Quarter 1 and will be priced below $1200. LG also announced the release of a dual format PC drive called the BH-100. Offering the same cross format support for Blu-Ray reading/writing and HD-DVD reading. See more picture of the LG GGW-H10N

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  Sunday, January 07, 2007

• Samsung Unveils 2nd Generation Blu-ray Player

  “ Samsung's latest Blu-ray player comes in at the $799 price point...” source: 'Anandtech' 2007-01-07
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• LaCie Ships $1149 External Blu-ray Solution For Mac and Windows

  “LaCie today introduced the first external Blu-ray burning solution for Mac OS and Windows called the LaCie d2 Blu-ray Drive.” source: 'CDRinfo' 2007-01-05
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• Warner to Release HD DVD/Blu-Ray Hybrid Disc

  “Warner Brothers plans to announce a single disc that can play films and television programs in both Blu-ray and HD-DVD.” source: 'CDRinfo' 2007-01-04
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• Sony BWU-100A Blu-Ray Drive Gets Playback Upgrade

  “Sony released an upgrad efor its first Blu-Ray burner, the BWU-100A, which add support for BD-ROM playback.” source: 'CDRinfo' 2006-12-19
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• LG dual mode DVD jumpstarts next gen DVD

  “Lack of standardization hurts next gen DVD sales, LG charges

  LG has officially unveiled its Super Multi Blue Player. The device supports both the HD DVD and Blu-ray standards for next generation high definition DVD players....” source: 'VNU Net'
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• Let's Confuse Customers Further With Another High-Def DVD Format

  “ Because the next-generation high-definition DVD format battle wasn't annoying enough, Warner Brothers has been working on a disc that contains films in both the Blu-ray and HD-DVD formats, and will unveil the final product at CES next week. Dubbed a "Total HD" disc, the push is an effort to ease consumer fears that picking a side will mean they're stuck with a dead technology, a la Betamax. "The next best thing is to recognize that there will be two formats and to make that not a negative for the consumer," insists a Warner Brothers executive. First, it's unlikely that Sony Pictures Entertainment would be willing to put their Blu-ray formatted films on the same disc with a competing format, since that would be an admission that sharing the market is acceptable. That would mean retailers would still need to carry and display four formats (including standard definition DVDs) in order to offer all titles. That's a painfully inefficient way to settle the format war, particularly when dual-format players are already trying to bridge the divide -- and it comes at the cost of confusing customers further by offering yet another format. The more confused the customer, the more likely they are to turn to piracy as a simpler, cheaper and more efficient alternative, no matter what distribution flavor you're pushing. ” source: 'Techdirt' 2007-01-04
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• Audio/Video: Sony unveils prototype hybrid Blu-ray, headphones, Bluetooth devices

  “Sony held the "Dealer Convention 2006" on the 13th, and Impress Watch was of course on hand to see what they had available. The company demonstrated several of their Blu-ray products, including a hybrid recorder with both hard drive and Blu-ray drive, as well as new Sugo Roku recorders, new LocationFree products, and new cameras and projectors.

  Also shown by the company were several new audio products including several new models of headphones. Perhaps more interesting was the "HWS-NEW" Bluetooth unit that can act as both a transmitter and a receiver. They also showed a few models of headphones that could be used wirelessly, an a transmitter called the "TMR-NEW." Finally, they showed the "SRS-NEW" 2ch Bluetooth speakers. Pictures of all the above products are available.

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