Toshiba new DVD player XDE

Toshiba introduced a new DVD player 'XDE(Extended Detail Enhancement)' with Cell processor based HD upscaling technology at IFA 2008.

LG to unveil a Blu-ray disc player BD300

The LG BD300 supports BD Live (BD-ROM Profile 2.0), which enables users to
connect to the internet and download video images, subtitles and other
data as well as enjoy related quizzes and multi-player interactive
games. The BD300 features enhanced picture and sound quality, with
1080p Full HD resolution via HDMI connection. Dolby True HD and DTS-HD
are onboard for high bit-rate audio.



Enhanced versatility is another strong point of the BD300, which can
play back Blu-ray discs, DVDs and DivX movies. The BD300 saves time,
too, by performing the booting, loading and tray opening quicker than
rival Blu-ray disc players. LG's SIMPLINK connectivity also allows
users to operate all functions with a single remote control.



USB memory stick can be connected via the USB port for expanded memory
capacity. The unit is compatible with MPEG4 video, JPEG, MP3, and WMA
file formats. The BD300 will be available in Europe in October 2008.

LG to announce its new DivX certification DVD player DVS450H

LG Electronics today announced its new DivX certification DVD player 'DVS450H' capable of playing high-definition DivX video.



Incorporating a stylish and sleek design capable of being mounted on a
wall, the DVS450H, allows consumers to play their personal libraries of
high-definition digital content. With this device, consumers can enjoy
high-definition DivX videos burned to DVD's or stored on USB flash
drives. Typical HD video requires a considerable amount digital storage
space, but DivX HD video provides a superior media experience by
maintaining the highest visual quality while significantly reducing the
digital file size of the video. Using DivX technology, a full-length
high-definition movie is able to fit onto a standard DVD.