There’s a whole lot of interesting mechanics, optics, and electronics inside a Blu-ray drive, and [scanlime] a.k.a. [Micah Scott] thinks those bits can be reused for some interesting project.

Sony will cease its production of all models of Blu-ray discs along with other recordable disc media in February 2025.

Burn DVD's & CD's, Play/Read DVD's & CD's Write Speed: DVD-R: 8x max. DVD+R: 8x max ; DVD-RW: 6x max. DVD+RW: 8x max ; DVD-R DL: 6x max. DVD+R9: 6x max ; CD-R: 24x max. CD-RW: 24x max ...

Aluminum housed desktop optical drive with USB 3.0 and M-DISC support ... Windows XP and later Includes: 16X External Blu-ray Burner; 0.6 meter (24") USB 3.0 Cable; External power cable; User ...

It’s a 3D scanner built in a very hacker fashion. The X-Y stage that moves the sample is from a KES-400a Blu-Ray drive, salvged from the original “fat” Playstation 3. The Z axis is then ...

While streaming services like Netflix and Disney+ present quick and convenient ways to indulge in your favorite films, a 4K Blu-ray player is still one of the best ways to watch movies.

Independent movie studio Lionsgate is driving sales of its new DVD and Blu-ray releases by offering rewards to consumers who scan their products in retail stores. The entertainment studio ...