Now being in the age of DVDs and Blu-rays, do you still own a VHS player (VCR)?

Now being in the age of DVDs and Blu-rays, do you still own a VHS player (VCR)?
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No. I haven’t owned a VCR player for years.
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Can you get a blu ray player with a VCR combined?

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Last Answer : no they do not make those yet.

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Last Answer : Yes, Blu Ray dvd players do play regular dvds, but, unfortunately, if you want HD then you cannot play it on the Blu Ray. So you can be limited on choices.

Can blu ray dvds be played in a standard dvd player?

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Last Answer : No, blu ray discs can not be played in a standard dvd player. Blu ray discs require a different type of laser than standard dvds. However, you CAN play standard dvds in a blu ray disc player.

Do dvds play in a blu ray player?

Description : Do dvds play in a blu ray player?

Last Answer : Every approved Blu ray player will play standard DVDs. The only thing is that Blu ray will not play HD, and HD will not play Blu ray. Blu ray is fast emerging as a dominant machine over standard DVD players.

What should I do about my TV / Blu-Ray player Sound issues?

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Last Answer : You need a full system and I do not know of any speakers and amps for under $100.

Can you play an ordinary DVD in a blu-ray player?

Description : Can you play an ordinary DVD in a blu-ray player?

Last Answer : Yes most Blu-ray players will play DVD just fine.

Should I get the cheapest Blue-Ray disc player or buy the cheapest video game console which plays Blu-Ray?

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Last Answer : If you like to play games, then get a Playstation so you can use it to play games and watch movies. But if all you want to do is watch movies, a Playstation is a pricy Blu-Ray player (and not a very convenient one at that).

Can a 3d blu-ray player play on a non hd tv or a regular plasma tv?

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Last Answer : Sorry, no.

Can you record s DVd from a VHS in a DVD/VCR Combo?

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Last Answer : Most DVD/VHS combos are now capable of recording VHS content onto DVD.

What is a S-VHS vcr?

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Last Answer : S-VHS is super vhs a higher quality of the VHS format. It is a resolution of 560×480.

What resolution does a Super VHS vcr give you?

Description : What resolution does a Super VHS vcr give you?

Last Answer : S-VHS is recorded at a resolution of 560×480.

Where/how is the best place/way to make DVDs of my old VHS' home movies?

Description : Where/how is the best place/way to make DVDs of my old VHS' home movies?

Last Answer : I asked this question a few weeks ago. Check out this page for the basics. I found a converter on Craigslist in my city for $25.

Does the Samsung DVD-V9800 upconvert a VHS tape or just dvds?

Description : Does the Samsung DVD-V9800 upconvert a VHS tape or just dvds?

Last Answer : No a VHS tape isn't in a format which the upconverting can work with well.However some forum users have discussed somehow rigging it back on itself so that the video goes through the dvd player and does upconvert.

Where can I get VHS transferred to DVDs?

Description : Where can I get VHS transferred to DVDs?

Last Answer : Morelli Image Creations offers different packages, depending on how many VHS tapes you have transferred. The pricing is extremely competitive. The package price on having one VHS transferred to DVD ... Bigger packages offer lower prices. They are currently having a decent sale on their packages.

How can I get my VHS tapes converted to DVDs?

Description : How can I get my VHS tapes converted to DVDs?

Last Answer : Yes, Roxio has a program that will do it for you. You need to install the program and there you go!

Do vhs tapes or dvds have better picture quality on your tv?

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Last Answer : Most TV's have switched to DVD players and the ones that used to play VHS tapes are either broken or are not compatible with your cable company. Most places actually sell VHS to DVD converters. So, ultimately, the DVD is always better. http://vhs-to-dvd-converters-review.toptenreviews.com/

Will the sony dvd/vcr combo play burned dvds?

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Last Answer : The DVD/VCR combo will play burned DVDs assuming three things: 1) that the DVD itself is compatible with the player, 2) that the region encoded on the DVD is compatible with the player, and 3) ... on your DVD player. If it cannot, there are programs online that can convert file types to a playable

Which DVD/VCR combo players can record DVDs?

Description : Which DVD/VCR combo players can record DVDs?

Last Answer : Any of the players that say DVD-RW can record DVD's, but you will pay more for it.

Can a DVD/VCR combo play burned DVDs?

Description : Can a DVD/VCR combo play burned DVDs?

Last Answer : Most dvd players won't have problems with this.However sometimes you'll get one that doesn't like a particular brand of blank DVD.

Are there any DVD players that can play both Blu-Ray and standard DVDs?

Description : Are there any DVD players that can play both Blu-Ray and standard DVDs?

Last Answer : There is the Samsung BD-UP5000 1080p HD-DVD Blu-Ray Disc Combo Player.

Which of the following disk is fixed disk? A) Hard Disks B) Flash Disks C) Blu-Ray Disks D) DVDs

Description : Which of the following disk is fixed disk? A) Hard Disks B) Flash Disks C) Blu-Ray Disks D) DVDs

Last Answer : Answer : A

Which of the following storage device can store the largest amount of data? A) Hard Disks B) Flash Disks C) Blu-Ray Disks D) DVDs

Description : Which of the following storage device can store the largest amount of data? A) Hard Disks B) Flash Disks C) Blu-Ray Disks D) DVDs

Last Answer : Answer : A

Do any of you still use a VHS player? If so do you source out VHS from Goodwill and thrift shops? If you don't, what do you miss about VHS?

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Last Answer : I did up until about 6 months ago when it broke. We have lots of kids shows and movies on VHS that they still like.

Can I still buy a VHS player anywhere?

Description : Can I still buy a VHS player anywhere?

Last Answer : You can always find a "vintage" VHS player at a pawn shop or second-hand store, but there are always great deals at Wal-Mart or Best Buy for DVD/VHS players. http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Blu-ray-DVD-Players/DVD-VCR-Combos/abcat0102007.c?id=abcat0102007

How can I play this VHS tape?

Description : How can I play this VHS tape?

Last Answer : We have a DVD player that also plays VHS tapes. We bought it only about a year ago because we still have some old movies on VHS. Maybe one of your friends has something similar.

How bad or good do shows recorded in VHS look on a 32" HDTV?

Description : How bad or good do shows recorded in VHS look on a 32" HDTV?

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TV/VCR combo shuts off with no tape inside?

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Last Answer : If you don’t have a manual, I bet you can find one on line. If you don;t have a tape inside it, and turn on the power, does it work then? A lot of old VCRs’ had auto power settings so that tapes wouldn’t get ruined.

What DVD/VCR combo would you recommend?

Description : What DVD/VCR combo would you recommend?

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Should I order Blu-Ray or DVD version of a film?

Description : Should I order Blu-Ray or DVD version of a film?

Last Answer : DVD will play on a Blu-ray player but not the other way round.

What will come after blu ray and DVD?

Description : What will come after blu ray and DVD?

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Do you still own a VCR as part of your electronics collection or did you discard it?

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In general, how long does it take for British TV shows to be released on Region 1 DVD's?

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Best way to rip DVD's and keep their quality?

Description : Best way to rip DVD's and keep their quality?

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How can I play PAL region 2 DVDs in the US?

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Are portable VHS players still being produced?

Description : Are portable VHS players still being produced?

Last Answer : No, they are not still being produced. They were not very popular when they were being produced, and now they would be nothing more than a novelty. Very few companies, if any, are still even manufacturing regular VHS players.

Where can I find a portable vhs player?

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Where can I buy a TV with DVD and VHS player combo?

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Last Answer : It is really good to buy a TV - DVD combo, not only it will save space but money too. Many companies have produced TVs with included DVD drive, you can visit any store or search it at online stores.

How do I fix my PS3 which stopped playing Blu-Rays after losing wireless internet connection?

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Can I play blu rays discs with an Xbox?

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Last Answer : Unfortunately, no. The only high definition video solution available for the Xbox is an external drive for playing HD-DVD discs which is no longer supported by Microsoft. The built-in DVD-Rom drive in the Xbox can only play CDs and DVDs, but is not Blu Ray capable.

Will DVD players play Blu Rays?

Description : Will DVD players play Blu Rays?

Last Answer : DVD players do not support Blu Ray discs.

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Does sony make a dvd/vcr combo player?

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Can I record to a DVD from this player or just to the VCR?

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Last Answer : You can record from DVD's to VCR's, but only on some players. Toshiba makes a DVD to VCR recorder.

Which brand VCR has a built in DVD player?

Description : Which brand VCR has a built in DVD player?

Last Answer : Most VCRs that are made today come with a DVD player built into them already.

I want to find a vcr/dvd combo player.?

Description : I want to find a vcr/dvd combo player.?

Last Answer : You can purchase a combo DVD/VHS player at Walmart, as well as http://www.walmart.com. The brand is Samsung, and it will run you about $100. If you want, you can probably find a lower price on Amazon or Ebay.

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Last Answer : Answer: B

I still can't get ABC's new video player to install. Anyone else? Have you found other ways to watch ABC shows online?

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Description : Can you recommend a cheap Blu-ray-player?

Last Answer : Samsung Blu Ray under $70.

Looking for Blu-ray player software running on Windows 8?

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Will a Blu Ray disc play on a regular DVD player and what quality image would be produced?

Description : Will a Blu Ray disc play on a regular DVD player and what quality image would be produced?

Last Answer : answer:Nope, Blu-Ray can’t play on a regular DVD player. However, a PlayStation can play Blu-Ray discs. We lesser humans with old tech in our homes must live without bonus features these days.