Maintaining and preserving physical media is more important than ever, but the depressing reality of disc rot plagues film fans everywhere.

Nowadays, collecting physical media is all the rage. With networks and studios disappearing, shows and movies, owning something on a disc means you have it for life.

The major difference I can think of between going to Blockbuster and thrifting is that I typically find older movies instead ...

DVDFab also supports different input sources such as DVD Discs, ISO File or DVD folder you’ve copied earlier. According to users, DVDFab works well with scratched discs as well. The offered features ...

enabling you to play physical game discs and enjoy a wider range of media options, including Blu-ray and DVD playback. The Xbox Series S, in contrast, is a digital-only console, meaning you can ...

Beyond the treasures and bargains, Family Thrift Center Outlet serves an important community function. It provides affordable ...

The moment you push your cart through the entrance of Family Thrift Center Outlet, you’re hit with that distinctive thrift ...

Disc rot is not a new phenomenon, but as ArsTechnica notes, properly-cared-for DVDs should be playable for up to 100 years, according to Sony. However, failing WBHE discs have stood out in particular ...

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But what if your old DVDs stop working? The New York Post reports “disc rot” has become a growing concern after Warner Bros. Home Entertainment confirmed many of WB’s DVDs manufactured ...