Sony's latest DVDirect camcorder-to-DVD recorder creates AVCHD DVDs with 5.1 sound
by Nilay Patel 
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Flat-panel, DVD recorder sales surge in Japan as Olympics draw near
by Darren Murph posted Jun 20th 2008 at 1:14AM
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JVC unveils duo of VHS / DVD / HDD recorders
by Darren Murph posted Jun 4th 2008 at 7:04PM
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Panasonic launches twin-tuner Blu-ray / DVD recorders in Australia
by Darren Murph posted May 28th 2008 at 2:42PM
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Sony reveals healthy helping of new HDD / DVD recorders
by Darren Murph posted Apr 23rd 2008 at 3:16PM
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Panasonic updates DIGA line of upconverting DVD Recorders
by Donald Melanson posted Jan 7th 2008 at 2:04PM
Panasonic's already made a more than respectable showing at CES, but it looks like the company's not done with the new announcements just yet, the latest of which is a complete revision to its DIGA line of DVD recorders. That refresh totals four units in all, including two DVD/VHS combo units and two DVD-only devices. Most importantly, all four of 'em will give you 1080p upconversion via HDMI, along with Panasonic's trademark VIERA Link HDAVI control, and an SD card slot and USB port for playback and archiving of JPEG photos (no mention of other media). The DMR-EZ48V DVD/VHS combo and DMR-EZ28 DVD recorder step things up a bit further with ASTC Accutune digital tuners, not to mention added DivX playback, which the two lower-end models sadly lack. Look for all four to be available in April, with prices ranging from $180 to $300.Samsung announces slew of upconverting DVD players, recorders
by Darren Murph posted Jan 6th 2008 at 5:01PM
Ask Engadget HD: What is the future of DVD recording?
by Darren Murph posted Dec 26th 2007 at 12:00PM 
"What is the future of DVD recording? Will high-definition DVD recording be affordable soon and if not, which of the current crop of DVD recorders performs the best?"
Looking back, we've actually tossed out a DVD recorder-based question before, and though it needn't be said, a lot has changed in 1.5 years. Currently, there are a few units that handle HD DVD / Blu-ray television recording, but most are sold outside of America and at near-stratospheric prices. As for high-def archiving, we're already seeing the prices come down to levels that laymen can wrap their heads around, but even that realm has quite some ways to go before it's ubiquitous. So, dear readers, give this (admittedly open-ended) inquiry some thought, and whichever angle(s) you choose to hit, drop those thoughts in comments below.
Got a burning question that you'd love to toss out for Engadget HD (or its readers) to take a look at? Tired of Google's blank stares when you ask for real-world experiences? Hit us up at ask at engadgethd dawt com and keep an eye on this space -- your inquiry could be next.
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Panasonic could beat Intel on 45nm chip release
by Darren Murph posted Oct 3rd 2007 at 2:36AM
Intel has been touting its 45-nanometer chips for what seems like ages, but if all goes as planned, Panasonic will actually beat the chip giant to the punch by releasing products to the commercial market over a week earlier. Apparently, the six new Blu-ray recorders we spotted at CEATEC will utilize the firm's new generation "UniPhier system LSI based on the 45-nanometer process technology," and sure enough, those units are slated to hit Japan on November 1st -- a full ten days before Intel will reportedly get its Yorkfield crew out to the mainstream. Bet you didn't see that coming, now did you?[Via RegHardware]
Sony intros new range of HDD/DVD recorders
by Donald Melanson posted Mar 29th 2007 at 5:01PM
Bringing up the rear after all those BRAVIA projectors and LCD TVs already trotted out, Sony's now announced a bundle of new HDD/DVD recorders to go along with 'em (although apparently in the UK only). Available in 160GB, 250GB, and 500GB varieties, each unit comes equipped with either a standard analog tuner or an added DVB-T tuner for your Freeview needs, with the whole lot of them boasting 1080p upscaling of content, as well as Sony's trademark BRAVIA Theater Sync for the usual Sony-centric benefits. Unfortunately, there doesn't appear to be any word on pricing or availability, or any indication of a comparable line being released 'round these parts.Sony's DVD recorders get ATSC treatment
by Darren Murph posted Mar 19th 2007 at 6:57AM
While you've had the option to pick up a DVD recorder with a built-in ATSC tuner for some time now, it looks like Sony is helping the digital dream by refreshing its product line like its 2009. As a matter of fact, Sony's latest four recorders don't even offer an NTSC tuner, as you can only choose renditions with the ATSC variety or none at all. The tuner-less RDR-GXD355 has line-input recording and pass-through support, while the still-tuner-less RDR-VX555 adds a VCR for easy dubbing between VHS and DVD. The ATSC-lovin' RDR-GXD455 can record digital content to dual-layer DVD+Rs, while the RDR-VXD655 handles VCR duties for those stuck in last century. Additionally, each of the four will also boast HDMI output and 720p / 1080i upscaling, but we're still not sure of the pricing and availability of these forward-thinking recorders.
