Blu-ray discs can serve for decades with proper storage conditions
Research indicates BD-R discs can function for decades under proper storage conditions, though actual longevity depends on manufacturing quality and environmental factors.
- Field
- new materials
- What they did
- Researchers evaluated the average lifespan of recordable Blu-ray discs (BD-R), showing they can last a long time, though their reliability depends on manufacturing quality and storage conditions.
- Why it matters
- This is important for archivists and cinephiles seeking a durable and more affordable option for data storage compared to flash memory.
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