Buffalo Technology announced the MediaStation Blu-ray HD DVD (BRHC-6316U2), the market's first external Blu-ray and HD DVD player.

It is the first external drive on the market that allows users to both read and write Blu-ray content. It provides the ability to save high-definition content. Users can also connect the player to a notebook or other mobile device via USB and view their favorite video content while on-the-go. In addition the player allows for playback of HD DVD content.



Buffalo's new Blu-ray HD DVD player also comes with Nero's software for playback and burning. With a stylish black exterior, the MediaStation Blu-ray HD DVD is also the perfect addition to any home entertainment PC. The drive is Based on HLDS's 6x burning / 4x reading GGW-H20N drive.

MediaStation Blu-ray HD DVD will be available Q1 2008 at an estimated street price of $649, backed by a limited one-year warranty.