Blu-ray versus HD DVD, liquid crystal versus plasma, and how manufacturers want us to see in the future.
Matsushita To Toshiba: DVD Fight Is Over
The president of Matsushita, which supports Sony and its Blu-ray technology, tells rival Toshiba to back down in talks.
Sony And Toshiba Continue DVD Duel
Sony and Toshiba stand like two old samurai waiting for the other to flinch in the DVD duel. Toshiba seems to be getting annoyed with the powerful Sony, the Shogun of Japanese electronics firms. Parley attempts remain at a standstill and Toshiba say little ground will be gained until Sony softens its attitude on the unification of the DVD formats.
Microsoft & Toshiba=HD-DVD Xbox360?
Software monster Microsoft and electronics giant Toshiba signed a patent cross licensing agreement. This will let the two companies use each other’s stuff without having to pay fees to the respective companies.
Sony And Toshiba May Agree On DVD
After a protracted three-year battle over the structure of next-generation DVDs, an agreement may be at hand.
Toshiba Accelerates to 45GB on the DVD Highway
Toshiba announced recently they were adding a third layer to its HD-DVD format to increase the capacity to 45Gb. This is going to give them a much stronger competitor against Sony and perhaps give them some more bargaining room as Sony and Toshiba continue negotiations to develop a universal standard for DVDs based on the blue laser technology upgrades.
Sony and Toshiba Begin Peace Talks on New DVD Format
Sony and Toshiba both express interest in coming up with a new universal standard for the next generation of DVDs. The two companies continue to develop high definition DVD systems but hope to work out this new standard which would be better for all involved.
Toshiba Announces One Minute Rechargeable Battery
Electronics giant Toshiba today announced the development of a new lithium-ion rechargeable battery, which may revolutionize the rechargeable battery segment of the electronics industry.
Toshiba Lexar Dispute Continues
Toshiba was ordered by a California jury to pay $84 million in punitive damages to Lexar.
Lexar Wins $380 Million from Toshiba Trial
A jury found Toshiba liable of breach of fiduciary duty and theft of trade secrets after a six week trial, and awarded Lexar over $380 million in damages.