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The difference is that the Blue-ray player records info in blue rays which have a shorter wavelenght so they can record and improve sound and picture. The DVD player records in red rays which have a longer wavelnght so picture and sound are watered down.

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BluRay vs. DVD Players?

Movies have become something that is so easy for you to enjoy at home. With the recent developments in technology it is now easier to enjoy high definition movies at home and not have to pay the prices of the movie theaters. We now have BluRay technology that makes the movies we watch look even more real. BluRay and DVD players make it very easy for someone to enjoy the movies they want to watch at the quality and price that they want. Even though you have to buy more equipment for your home, in the long run it makes everything cheaper for you.DVD players are actually not the most up to date technology, but are still very useful as not all movies are released on BluRay yet. Also, there are lots of movies that have already come out that are not released on BluRay. DVD players allow you to watch your movies in the comfort of your home. You can scan over the special features, rewind and faster forward your movies, and even start your movie from a particular place in the movie. Lots of DVDs even come with features that you can use in your computer.BluRay is the most up to date type of movies available on the market. BluRay is a level of high definition that makes the movie look even more real. It makes animation look incredible and non animation movies look as though you are right there when they are filming it. There are now BluRay movies done in 3D. This is an amazing experience that everyone should see at least once. It makes everything seem very real and makes t experience of the movie something that will truly stick out in your mind.Whether you are a fan of BluRay or just regular DVDs you can get players that suit your needs. Typically, BluRay players play BluRay discs as well as regular DVDs, however the opposite is not true. Common DVD players cannot play BluRay movies. Another thing that you need to remember with BluRay movies is that you have to have a high definition television in order to truly experience the BluRay difference. This is because the technology for BluRay was developed for these type of televisions. While your movie will still play on the television, it won't give you the same experience as with a BluRay player.


Are normal DVDs allowed on blu ray DVD players?

Yes, dvds can be played on bluray players.


Do you lose quality of standard dvds playing on Blu-ray player?

No. DVD quality will be displayed whether the player is a DVD player or a Bluray player. DVDs won't be the same quality as a Bluray disc of course.


Does the Phillips Home Theater system have a Bluray player?

No, it will not play Bluray discs, but it is upscaling, so you can watch your regular DVDs at HD quality.


Can a regular DVD player play 3D DVDs?

No. All current 3D disc content is HD and so use Bluray discs. You have to have a 3D Bluray player.


Do bluray DVD players play HD DVD's?

No and HD DVDs have been permanently discontinued


Do BluRay DVD players also play non Blu-Ray DVD's?

Yes, BluRay DVD players also play non Blu-Ray DVDs with no problem.


Why won't my samsung HT C550 read blu ray dvds?

Htc550Ic not a bluray player. It is a dvd player.


Can a Sony DVD player play a Blu-ray DVD?

A DVD player cannot play a BluRay disc. A BluRay player can play both BluRay discs and DVDs.


Do bluray DVD players play normal DVDs?

Yes. Some Blu-Ray players can even play photo CDs and some can even display data on SD cardsAll players can, but not the very early ones (the first ones were manufactured in 2006)All Blu-Ray players can play DVDs and CDs


How many redwall movies are there?

No movies, but their are dvds of the television show.


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