how old is dvd

The DVD (Digital Video Disc or Digital Versatile Disc) technology was first released in Japan on November 1, 1996, and made its debut in the United States on March 24, 1997. This means DVDs have been around for nearly 29 years since their initial release in Japan, and almost 28 years since their release in the U.S. The DVD format marked a significant change from VHS tapes, offering better picture quality, higher storage capacity, and interactive features, making it a dominant home video format for many years.