Ricoh Develops Multi-Format Disc Reader Component

One step closer to optical media harmony: While LG, Toshiba and Samsung have talked about creating a multiple-format high-definition DVD player, Ricoh has decided to actually do something about it. They've developed a component that reads and writes HD DVD, Blu-ray, DVD and CD with one pickup and one lens. The component will be offered to OEMs by the end of the year.