Sony recently unveiled its Fifth Generation DVD Lighter/ Writer VRD-MC5. The DVD writer is expected to hit the markets during August 2007. VRD-MC5 package comes with AC adapter, AC cord/code, quick start guide and instruction manual. It also bears a limited guarantee. Weighing approximately 1,500g, the latest model is designed to make write DVDs from virtually any video source without connecting to a PC or run special software.

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Samsung has recently launched its latest SH-D163A 16X DVD ROM e-co Drive. It is safe to use as it excludes harmful materials to human body like Pb, Cd, Cr+6, Hg, PBBs and PBDE. It has S-ATA Interface. SH-D163A Drive supports all CD formats reading and writing. With magic speed now it is possible to choose between maximum speed mode and low noise mode for the best PC environment.

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Samsung recently launched its SE-W164L DVD Writer Writemaster, an eco product that excludes harmful materials to human body like Pb, Cd, Cr+6, Hg, PBBs and PBDE. It has a chic black colored body with metal silver and slimmer-looking belt. It support various Disc Formats including DVD-RAM, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, Light Scribe DVD±R, Light Scribe CD-R, DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM, CD-ROM/XA, CD-Audio, Video-CD, Photo CD, CD-I(FMV), CD-Extra and CD-TEXT. Samsung SE-W164L DVD Writer features DVD+R / Write Data Transfer Rate 16 X (21.6MB/sec).

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Samsung has recently introduced the new DVD Writer Samsung SH-W162L with dimension 148.2 x 42 x 184 (mm) and weighting just 0.85 (kg). The DVD writes to DVD-R and DVD+R at 16 xs, DVD-RW at 6 xs, DVD-RW at 8xs and DVD-R Dual Layer at 4 xs. The software package also includes a service called Samsung Live Update which automatically checks whether firmware updates are available or not other than this it also employs Nero Express 6 v6.6, In CD 4, Nero Light Scribe and Nero Vision Express. Samsung also uses technologies to design e-co goods, exclusive of injurious materials to human body, such as Pb, Cd, Cr+6, Hg, PBBs and PBDE for the defense of human fitness and the environment. Its magic speed gives suppleness of drive operation, low noise mode, high-speed mode. In addition to this its double OPC knowledge offers reliable, zero-error recording. This drive from Samsung is set up with most excellent speed for safe operation and even gives the user option to reset to Max speed mode with the usage of its Magic Speed Program. Now, about the pricing and availability details you need to wait till our next updation as there is no word from Samsung till now.

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Samsung recently debut’s world’s foremost 18X Serial ATA Rewritable DVD Drive with 12X DVD-RAM recording and Light Scribe Technology. The drive cuts down the need for Master/Slave jumper settings and thus gives thinner data cables, which however improves the airflow and cable routing with the SATA interface. The SH-S183L tender transfer rates of 150MB/s, 300MB/s and 600MB/s and so, gives it the tag of fastest drives on the market today.

This DVD drive has been designed mainly keeping in mind users looking for a super-fast DVD burner with highly developed technology, it offers 12X DVD-RAM recording, and 8X double layer DVD+R and DVD-R recording. Furthermore, Light Scribe technology is fixed in the DVD drive, which lets users carve labels, photos, and designs right onto the CD and DVD discs with no bother at all. Continue Reading »
Samsung SH-S183L Rewritable DVD Drive

Samsung has recently come up with this new external DVD writer which can write with very good quality. The write performance on DVD+R makes the SE-W164C as one of the best ever external DVD burners at present available, with 16x burns constantly around the 5 minutes 35 seconds mark also with an impressive 6 minutes 10 seconds at 12x write speed.CD-R write class is also brilliant with this writer Samsung SE-W164C. The Samsung SE-W164C was also impressive as has also got good DVD media compatibility. The complete software package is also good, and must offer the learner and the more advanced user with the essential tools to write DVD and CD recordable media. Continue Reading »
Samsung SE-W164C DVD writer

Samsung announced its eco series of writers with the introduction of SH-M523A COMBO Internal Drive. The Writer features S-ATA Interface, Data Transfer Rate CD-R Write 52 X (7.8MB/sec) and DVD-ROM Read 16 X (21.6MB/sec). Developed on the Samsung’s e-co products technology Samsung SH-M523A aims at minimizing data writing error by utilizing the buffer when writing speed goes over the data transfer speed. This enables users to perform other crucial tasks while cd writing without affecting the cpu performance. The magic speed offers the option to choose from low noise mode and maximum speed mode to suit the best pc environment. The CD multi-read feature supports all CD formats reading and writing. It has a buffer memory of 2 MB. The Drive supports DVD-RAM, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-R DL, DVD-RW, DVD-ROM, DVD-Video, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-ROM,CD-ROM/XA, CD-Audio, Video-CD, Photo CD, CD-I(FMV), CD-Extra, CD-TEXT formats. SH-M523A allows users to choose between maximum speed mode and low noise mode for the best PC environment.

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Corel Corporation announced that Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. will release its latest next-generation Blu-ray Disc (BD) combo drive the BDC-2202 with special editions of Corel’s WinDVD® 8, Ulead® VideoStudio® 11 and Ulead® Burn.Now®1.5. The latest model is cost effective and can be purchased at an MSRP of $299.99. The drive will prove to be a boon for those who are crazy for viewing high-definition Hollywood movies that are being released on BD on their PCs. BDC-2202 allows users to create and burn personal DVD movies and digital photo slideshows, backup files to a DVD or CD, and create and burn music to a CD. Continue Reading »
Pioneer BDC-2202 Blu-ray Disc Combo Drive with Corel Digital Media Software

Plextor recently announced the availability of its latest PX-810UF 18X DVD±R Burner with USB 2.0 and FireWire Interfaces. Combining the 18X DVD±R and 12 X DVD-RAM performances of Plextor’s PX-810 Series with the convenience and portability of USB the latest model is designed to delivers Data Transfer Speeds up to 480 MB/Sec. It is available at an MSRP of $139.00 USD in North and South America.

Fast DVD Recording Speeds:

• 18X DVD±R on single-layer media
• 10X DVD±R on Double-Layer
• Dual-Layer (DL) media
• 2X DVD-RAM

Supported Formats:

• 8X DVD+RW
• 6X DVD-RW
• 16X max DVD-ROM
• 48X CD-R/ROM
• 32X CD-RW
• 12X DVD-RAM

“The new PX-810UF delivers a solid value proposition for customers,” said Michael Arbisi, vice president of channel sales for Plextor. “The combination of performance, share-ability, and price is outstanding. Everything you need to get started is included with the PX-810UF, including best-of-breed software applications that enable the average user to begin authoring DVDs and editing videos within minutes of removing the drive from its packaging.”

Bouquet of Quality Software applications that comes with PX-810UF:

• Award-winning Roxio® Easy Media Creator™ 9 software suite for burning video, music, photos, and data to DVD or CD.
• BackUp MyPC Archive and Backup software for backing up individual files or an entire system by transferring data to discs or a hard drive.
• CinePlayer DVD-Video Playback for playing all DVD-ROM movies, DVD, and VCD titles. Uses any resolution or color depth video display.
• MvDVD Video Authoring for creating DVD discs using video devices, multimedia clips, and pictures.
• VIDEOWAVE Video Editing for creating professional looking videos by removing unwanted scenes, recording content, and applying special effects.

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Plextor PX-810UF DVD Super Multi Drive

I-O Data has recently added one more feather in its cap with the introduction of its all new novelty the external optical drive DVR-UW8DP2 DVD CD Writer. The main feature of the writer is that it allows copying DVD and CD, even without participation of the personal computer. It works on a high speed formula and its speed is DVD±R / + RW is 8x, DVD-RW - 6x, DVD±R DL - 4x, DVD-RAM - 5x, CD-R/-RW - 24x. Speed of reading for DVD-ROM is 8x, CD-ROM - 24x. It measures 162×240x48 mm and weights about 1.5 Kg. This hi-speed DVD Writer’s pricing and availability has not been revealed by the company. So stay tuned till our next updation.

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Samsung Electronics Ltd. Recently announced its latest Super-WriteMaster™ SH-S203 world’s fastest DVD burner. It is Samsung’s first 20X DVD drive supporting Serial ATA (SATA) DVD burner delivering the fastest DVD+R/-R and DVD+R DL write speeds of any drive available in the market today and supports all CD/DVD discs including DVD-RAM. SATA interface eliminates the need for Master/Slave jumper settings and provides thinner data cables, improving airflow and cable routing. You can purchase SH-S203 at a street price of $70.

Fastest Recording times:

• 20X DVD±R recording
• 12X DVD-RAM recording
• 16X DVD+R Dual Layer recording
• 12X DVD-R Dual Layer recording
• 8X DVD+RW recording
• 6X DVD-RW recording

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Samsung Super-WriteMaster™ SH-S203 World’s Fastest DVD Burner Offering Amazing 20X Recording Capability

If other brands are booming the markets with their Blu-Ray devices, why won’t BenQ? Here is BenQ’s Blu-Ray device…Recently BenQ exhibited its Blu-ray writer ‘BW1000’ in Korea market. What is special about this product? It is also capaable to read and write CD and DVD. It adopts a Precision Tilt Control System(PTCS) to protect vibration and noisy signals. It has an optical pick-up head unit(OPU) of a single-lens design allowing three types of lasers to follow the same beam path, assuring reliable reads and writes.

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LG has recently launched its GSA-H55L 20x Super Multi (triple-standard) DVD burner for sale in Taiwan for NT$1,690. GSA-H55L is equipped with LG’s patent technologies SecureDisc for protecting stored information through code encryption and Auto Write Strategy (AWS) to automatically set the optimal burning speed and detect and bypasses damaged spots on discs. It is compatible with all CD or DVD formats. Password-protect function is added for keeping your data safe. LightScribe lets you etch your own customized design onto the surface of the disc.

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Media Supply has recently announced its OmniTower 11 CD & DVD Duplicating Tower. Omni Tower is different from all other duplicators launched in the market as it is 11 drive capacity to finish large tasks quickly, High speed 16x DVD-R, 6x DVD+R Dual Layer and 48x CD-R, which eliminates the need for a separate CD tower.

It is equipped with finely tuned firmware and is loaded with software tested for compatibility and clean operation. For the convenience of end customers, Media Supply has also developed a Quick Start Guide and detailed Operating Manual specifically tailored to the OmniTower11(R). OmniTower is an affordable solution to CD & DVD Duplication.   Continue Reading »
OmniTower 11 CD & DVD Duplicator

Sony’s latest release VRD-MC5, a successor to VRD-MC3, is the latest buzz in the town. The VRD-MC5 features a built in 2.5-inch LCD for viewing photos and operating menu settings. Not only it plays your DVD’s but it writes them as well. It is capable of transferring, converting and burning your captured videos onto a DVD disc. Sony VRD-MC5 can work with virtually any camcorder, VCR, or even a DVR but it supports greater connectivity for Sony camcorders. MC5 comes with support for AVCHD or Advanced Video Codec High Definition) a new recording format used by Sony and Panasonic and the capacity to burn Blueray as well as PS3 compatible discs sets the Player stand apart from all other players. What else? Hey! You can even get your photos printed with its DVDirect Technology.

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Pioneer has recently announced its new DVD/CD lighter/writer. DVR-S12J series model of Serial ATA connection for the Windows personal computer is designed to deliver 18 time speed of DVD±R *1, DVD-RAM * the record precision. Besides DVD±R, DVD±RW and DVD-RAM* it also corresponds to the record playback of single sided 2 layer media Dual Layer DVD-R and DVD+R Double Layer. It delivers high accuracy without any noise of operation.

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Pioneer has recently announced that its latest DVR-S12J-W DVD/CD Players for PC’s will hit the markets late June. DVR-S12J-W is a white colored model with 18 time speed of recording DVD±R * 1, DVD-RAM. Besides DVD±R, DVD±RW and DVD-RAM* it can playback single sided 2 layer media Dual Layer DVD-R and DVD+R Double Layer. It also corresponds to CD-R and CD-RW. It has a stylish glossy front panel design. For more information visit..

Always chasing excellence for its products, Samsung has introduced the latest version of DVD writer SE-T084. It is an ideal choice for those who look for high speed and error free recording. SE-T084 is a complete package in itself with a storage capacity of 2MB. This eco friendly writer has a specialized feature which is its automatic up gradation system which allows it to upgrade itself with latest firmware version through internet. Its Magic speed function allows it to run at a high speed reliable recording. Its Tilt actuator compensation technique is capable of recording on distorted media also. So users who want a reliable back up for their works can start using SE-T084.

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