Last week saw the end of an era in home video, and yet another sign that the age of digital video is firmly upon us.

JVC announced last week that they are no longer making standalone VCR units, and they are the last major manufacturer to do so. For all intents and purposes, the VCR, a staple in home entertainment in the 70s, 80s and early 90s is done.

If you've still got a stack of VHS tapes, don't fret. JVC and other manufacturers are still making Combination units that feature DVD players and VHS players in one machine. Old formats die hard, so there will still be players available second-hand and through resources like eBay for many years to come. In fact, if you dig hard enough you can turn up new 8-track players, so you might be good for years to come.

However, it's certainly a sign that the age of digital is upon us. With this news and the upcoming digital TV transition, any marketing done on VHS tapes is going to have less and less reach as time goes on. If you haven't done so already, it's time to convert those old tapes to DVD or some other digital format.

If you need help getting your marketing materials (or even your old home movies) up to the latest standards, contact Video Transfer today. We have the tools and technology to help you.

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