NEWsFLASH

26th April 1997

 Pioneer Laser Disc
Currently Pioneer is well know for their production of high quality laser disc and their wide selection of titles that are available. Now Pioneer has release an extra 300 titles at a very affordable new list prices of US$14.98, US$19.98, US$24.98 and US$29.98. Additional titles will be available each month. Nothing have been said regarding the picture quality or the sound quality of these laser disc or the distinction between the more expensive price laser disc to the affordable on. It is hoped that there will be no compromise on this affordable laser disc selection. Progress will be posted!!! 26/4/97

DTS
Digital Surround
DTS Digital Surround Logo		 While sitting in a movie theatre before the movies starts, a sudden burst of sound could be heard from all direction travelling from all around you with superb sound clarity and realism. As this happens the movie screen is filled with shattering effects and the words DTS appears. It keeps you wondering if it is possible to achieve this effect in you own home theatre system. Well, look no further the DTS Digital Surround has now expended to home theatre market.
DTS Digital Surround 10/2/97

DVD
Digital Video Disc		 An Introduction
The long awaited new type of format known as DVD that has been seen in conventions has now arrive. Then again HAS IT ARRIVE??? Or still in the vague stage.
DVD 10/2/97

What does DVD really stand for?
There can be many different interpretations behind the word DVD. This takes a look at the definition of DVD and they come from a wide variety of sources. Some of these are quite funny but in no way meant to degrade DVD in any way.
Definition of DVD? 22/2/97

DVD Software
Finally there are some information regarding the types of software that is going to be released on DVD. However at the current moment there has been several difficulties in getting the software together in terms of selection and pressing facilities. There have been only a few studios that are willing to invest in the DVD titles and only tentative first release has been given.
Software 2/3/97

1st Generation DVDs
In attending any conventions, conferences or demonstration, DVD is being demonstrated as "the best of the best". However on the contrary, the first generation DVD both hardware and software are not what many though it would be. Here are some of the things that are expected from a first generation DVD.
1st Gen DVDs 31/3/97