DVDs From 2006–2008 Are Rotting Away in Their Cases
Some affected discs aren’t manufactured anymore and can’t be replaced, while others continue to deteriorate over time. The issues with DVD longevity have significant implications for film collectors who value the physical media experience. Digital media has surpassed physical media in popularity, yet owners of DVDs still face concerns about disc rot and playback failures.
- The widespread issue of DVD disc rot highlights the fragility of physical media and the limitations of long-term storage solutions.
- Will Warner Bros. Discovery take concrete steps to address this problem, or will it remain a persistent concern for DVD collectors in the future?