HD DVD war over?

Video Asylum

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I understand that Time Warner has filed a patent application for a universal "Multilayer Dual Optical Disk" that can store BluRay video; HD DVD video; and standard DVD programs. The patent application (US 2006/0179448 A1) is for a multi-layer disk in which HD DVD, BluRay, and standard DVD programs are stored in respective data layers such that, with a compatable player, the consumer can play a disk in any of the three formats.
If it works, and if it can be marketed at a reasonable price, maybe this will resolve the HD DVD-BluRay conflict and move high definition DVD technology off dead center and toward market acceptance.
Jim

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Topic - HD DVD war over? - Avocat 12:42:46 09/20/06 (1)

Or just beginning? - DWPC 15:08:37 09/20/06 (0)

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