I-O Data has announced the availability of the BRD-U8DM external Blu-ray drive and DVR-U24DM external DVD burner, which support DTCP-IP. The DTCP-IP is a specification for copy protection of copyrighted content that is transferred over digital interfaces in home networks that adhere to IP. Under this specification, digital content can be shared securely between devices in a user’s home but not shared with third-parties outside the home network. Once connected to your PC and once you install the I-O Data “DTCP-IP Disc Recorder” software, you will have the capability from your connected TV (if your TV is supported of course) to be able to back-up all your shows directly onto a BD Disc or...

Samsung has just announced its SH-222AB internal 22x DVD writer with fast Lead-In that considerably reduces disc recognition time during start-up. According to Samsung, with the company’s new technology, the SH-222AB DVD writer reduces its Lead-In-Time up to 60 percent at maximum offering quick start-up operation. The Samsung SH-222AB writes DVD+/-R at 22x, DVD+R LD at 16x, DVD+RW at 8x, DVD-RW at 6x, DVD-RAM at 12x and CD-R/RW at up to 48X. It is available for $23.