The biggest news from the Toshiba camp at CES was that it will start shipping HD DVD player-only models in November 2005. True HD DVD provides film content at 1080i, and should not be confused with current DVD players that use special circuitry to up-convert signals to 720p and 1080i. RCA and Sanyo will be also offering HD DVD player only models in this timeframe as well. Also based on a blue laser format, HD DVD will be backwards compatible, and these players will playback both DVD and HD DVD discs. As previously reported, the launch will be supported by Warner Home Video with 50+ titles, Universal Home Video (15+), Paramount Home Video (20+ titles), HBO Films, and New Line Home Video. Reportedly, the new HD DVD discs will include both standard definition and high-definition layers. HD DVD currently has a maximum storage capacity of approx. 30GB. Like current DVD titles, Special Features may be placed on a separate disc.



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