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The Future of Physical Media: A 2025 Perspective
In 2025, the state of physical media feels uncertain, teetering on the edge of extinction. With major electronics manufacturers like Samsung and LG halting production of Blu-ray players, concerns have risen about the survival of physical media in an age dominated by streaming services. Coupled with Disney’s announcement to cease selling DVD and Blu-ray discs in Australia and New Zealand, the future seems bleak for collectors and fans of physical media.
Despite these alarming shifts, the ongoing evolution of streaming platforms and their growing monopolies have prompted many consumers to reconsider the value of owning physical copies of their favorite films and shows.