Blu-ray and HD DVD players will come out fighting this year. We reveal which format is best placed to be DVD’s successor.

High definition video is the next big thing for Australia. We explain the essential technologies for your TV or living room PC, and what to expect from our broadcasters.

Toshiba has now introduced a laptop with a HD-DVD drive. And gave us details on HD-DVD.

Follow the HD bit flow from the cinema to your home. We look at the technology, cost and advantages.

More predictions that Blu-Ray will win its battle with HD-DVD by end of this year.

Cheapest high-def player now $299, but the question remains - will you be left with a lemon?

A hint of things to come, but the first HD DVD and Blu-ray combo drive is very expensive.

A bargain route to getting HD DVD playback for your PC or Xbox, but there are limitations.

Add high-definition reading and writing capabilities to your PC with a Blu-ray drive, or save money with a plain DVD writer

Latest tool will lower development costs, says software giant.

We find out where the new HD formats are heading from the industry experts.

How will you be computing in the next 12 months? PC Authority brings you 2005's big technology stories - before they happen.

In the latest twist of a heated battle over next-generation DVD technology, Paramount Home Entertainment said it would release high-definition movies in the Blu-ray format backed by a group led by Sony Corp.

No more HD DVD players, recorders, PC drives from March, but no mention of Blu-Ray option by Toshiba.

A stunning way to enjoy HD DVD, but the wonderful design and features come at a price

Read David Field's primer on Full HD before buying a new flat screen.

HD DVD support is the big new feature, but the automated ad-removal tool and enhanced menu customisation make this a great app for the money.

Toshiba reports brisk demand for dedicated players.

Do you remember Windows ME, the Sinclair C5, Zip disks or the Apple III? Early adopters usually pride themselves with getting the finest tech products first, but sometimes being first isn’t always best.