Goodbye, DVDs, you helped us make memories. It wasn't exactly shocking news. It's 2023, after all, not 2003. But it still hit me hard when Best Buy announced it will wind down sales of DVDs and Blu-ray discs, ending sales completely early in 2024.

Are DVD going to be discontinued?

Starting in 2024, Best Buy will be ditching the sale of physical DVDs both in-store and online, as streaming services have rendered physical media more and more obsolete. The new sales strategy was first reported on by The Digital Bits and then confirmed by Best Buy in statements to different media outlets.

What store is getting rid of DVDs?

Driving the news: Beginning in 2024, Best Buy will stop selling DVDs and Blu-ray discs in-store and online — marking a major shift for the electronics company as streaming platforms continue to dominate the arena.

Are DVDs still made for movies?

Are Movies Still Released on DVD? DVDs and Blu-ray discs aren't gone just yet. They still influence the media that studios produce and how they sell it. Filmmakers need to worry about the content being released to DVD and Blu-ray.

What is replacing the DVD?

It has been indicated that the current UHD Blu-ray Disc format (aka 4K Blu-ray) will probably be the last physical disc format.

Why the 4K Blu-Ray Disc Format is Dying

What is better than a DVD?

A Blu-ray version of a film will be higher quality, sometimes as much as four times better than the DVD version of the same film.

Do people still buy DVD players?

A lot of people may think that DVD players are obsolete, but the number of new releases, and increase in quality and special features says otherwise. You may be surprised to learn that DVD players haven't completely gone extinct just yet. Today, there are plenty of choices when it comes to streaming services.

Is Blu-ray really better than DVD?

You won't get high-definition movie viewing on your DVD, just 480 SD. On the other hand, Blu-ray is made for HD, and you'll get the best picture possible, with 1080 HD capability for your Blu-ray movies. So if you are looking for a quality picture, Blue Ray is the clear winner.

Why DVD is better than streaming?

If your smart TV or streaming device is connected over WiFi, your internet speed is likely not fast enough for full HD. Blu-Ray DVDs, on the other hand, are all in full HD. BluRay players are under $100 now and you can even find 4K/Ultra HD DVD players for around $200. No internet is required.

Why still buy DVD?

Yes, streaming platforms offer a wide selection of movies, but they almost always use heavy compression to save bandwidth. The result? A much lower-quality viewing experience. On the other hand, DVDs deliver an uncompressed, high-quality image and sound, providing the viewer with an authentic cinematic experience.

Will physical media end?

But, to repeat, this isn't the end of physical media. Now, Disney will likely cut back its 4K releases in the future because the medium isn't taking off like it hoping it would. But we'll still see general Blu-Ray releases, as well as re-releases of stuff from Star Wars and Marvel that still caters to fans.

What happens to old DVDs?

CDs and DVDs, as well as their cases, cannot be recycled. But if they are in a good condition they could be reused by taking them to a charity shop or to some recycling banks. A number of companies can also be found online that buy CDs and DVDs that you send to them.

Will DVDs ever be worth money?

Collectors may begin to buy up the more rare DVD releases but most DVDs were not rare at all and are unlikely to become a collectors item. In another 50-60 years DVDs might begin to become collectable but even then they will not likely be very valuable just like 8 track tapes are not very valuable to us today.

When did DVD go out?

The first DVD players and discs were available in November 1996 in Japan, and in March 1997 in the United States.

Is Walmart getting rid of physical media?

The state of physical media — whether it's DVDs or video games — is in question as people increasingly move to streaming services. Walmart could be the next to make a move with one video game executive suggesting the retail giant could drop Xbox games soon, and potentially retreat from physical games even more in 2024.

Can I play a regular DVD on a Blu-Ray player?

You can play DVDs and CDs in a Blu-ray player, but you can't play a Blu-ray disc in a DVD player. Blu-ray disc capacity is up to 10 times higher than a DVD, which means you can fit a lot more video on each disc, even at higher quality, including interactive games and other content.

Are Blu Rays still worth buying?

Blu-rays deliver the best picture and sound experience.

For example, Netflix maxes out at 17Mbps, while Apple TV+ maxes out at around 41 Mbps. The very best Blu-rays, the 4K Ultra HD versions, can deliver a 4K picture with maximum video bitrate of 128 Mbps.

Is Blu-ray obsolete?

Fewer people buy them today, and even fewer ever play them at home. But still, many people want to enjoy a sense of nostalgia by watching DVD and Blu-ray movies. Many Blu-ray and DVD selling stores and collectors are planning to revive more than 700 million discs in the market in 2022.

What is the highest quality DVD?

HD DVD is the only high-def disc format that can decode 1080p25 while Blu-ray and HD DVD can both decode 1080p24 and 1080p30. 1080p25 content can only be presented on Blu-ray as 1080i50.

Can a DVD last 100 years?

Among the manufacturers that have done testing, there is consensus that, under recommended storage conditions, CD-R, DVD-R, and DVD+R discs should have a life expectancy of 100 to 200 years or more; CD-RW, DVD-RW, DVD+RW, and DVD-RAM discs should have a life expectancy of 25 years or more.

How many times can you watch a DVD before it breaks?

Nothing physical touches a DVD when played as it is read by a laser beam - so unless it is mishandled, cracked, not stored properly, or there is a manufacturing defect it should last indefinitely as long as you have a player. Sometimes, oil from fingers can cause a playback issue - but the discs can be easily cleaned.

How many times can you play a DVD before it wears out?

Optical media like CDs and DVDs does not wear out from repeated use. It can degrade or become damaged, however.

What are the 3 types of DVD?

There are 3 common types of DVDs: DVD-5, DVD-9, and DVD-10. A DVD-5 is a single layer DVD that holds up to 4.7GB of data (around 120-133 minutes of video depending on compression). DVD-9 is a dual layer single sided DVD that holds up to 8.5GB of data (around 240 minutes of video depending on compression).

What are the 4 types of DVDs?

DVD media comes in several formats; including DVD+R (recordable DVD), DVD-R, DVD+RW (re-writeable DVD), DVD-RW, DVD-RAM (random access memory) and DVD-ROM (read only memory).