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The Rise and Fall of Blu-ray: Where Does It Stand Today?


Published on 2025-02-14 08:04:09 - MSN
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  • Once expected to replace DVDs as the dominant physical media format, Blu-ray never quite reached the same level of success. While it offered superior picture and sound quality, consumer habits shifted toward digital streaming.

The article from MSN titled "The Rise and Fall of Blu-ray: Where Does It Stand Today?" discusses the trajectory of Blu-ray technology from its inception to its current status in the market. Initially launched as a successor to DVD, Blu-ray promised higher quality video and audio, leading to a format war with HD DVD which Blu-ray eventually won. However, with the advent of streaming services like Netflix, Hulu, and the rise of digital downloads, physical media including Blu-ray has seen a significant decline in consumer interest. Despite this, Blu-ray still holds a niche market, particularly among cinephiles and collectors who value the superior quality and tangible ownership of physical media. The article notes that while sales have plummeted, Blu-ray continues to exist due to its unmatched quality for certain types of content, like 4K movies, and its role in archival and professional settings. The future of Blu-ray seems uncertain as digital streaming becomes more prevalent, but it remains a testament to the era when physical media was king.

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