Windows has been a favorite operating system for most people for numerous years and will still be there for even longer. That being said, the latest version, Windows 8, has raised a few eyebrows with some of the decisions that have been made. One decision being removing DVD playback.

The Reasoning…

One possible reason behind this decision can be the fact that Windows 8 was designed for both tablets and desktops, and a tablet does not come with any form of DVD/disc input. However, Windows is being used at a much larger scale for desktops and notebooks as compared to tablets, and those do come with CD/DVD disc drives. And because of that, a user may want to play a DVD, especially if they’re a movie junkie that likes to keep a collection of all the favorite titles.

Taken from the Windows site, they state “If you’re running Windows 8 or Windows 8 Pro you can search for a DVD player app in the Windows Store” meaning that Windows 8  can support DVD playback but from a  third-party company, unless they upgrade to a pricier version of Windows 8, meaning that users have to spend more to get, what used to be, a basic feature of all Windows OS.

Have No Fear!

But here on Win8DVD we want to help users with their DVD needs by giving our software out for FREE! It’s available from here to download. Not only supporting DVD, Win8DVD supports all video file types.

Before people buy a Windows 8 PC, they may not know that unless you get the top-end version of Windows 8 you won’t be able to play any of your DVD collection. The cause: there isn’t DVD playback compatibility on Windows 8. So let’s fix that problem. Below are some options that will allow you to play all your favourite DVDs on Windows 8.

Win8DVD

Of course we are going to include ourselves in this list as we believe we are the better option for Widows 8 DVD players. Win8DVD is compatible with all file types as well as DVD and Blu-Ray, so no video or audio file is a problem. With our simple interface we make it easy to watch your video files without interruption. Designed from open-source software Win8DVD can be created by anyone and is free to everyone.

Download Win8DVD from here!

Some others that exist are:

VLC Media Player

One of the better known free media players, VLC is a free, open source  multimedia player  that plays most multimedia files including DVD, Audio CD, VCD, and various streaming protocols. It runs on most operating systems including Windows, Mac and Linux. Funded by its large user base, VLC has become a heavy-weight in free media players.

Download VLC from http://bit.ly/8PtDvf

XMBC

XMBC Media Player is similar to Win8DVD as it is created from open-source software. Compatible with nearly all devices, it makes XMBC a powerful contender for best, free media player. It allows users to play and view most videos, music, podcasts, and other digital media files from local and network storage media and the internet.

Download XMBC from http://bit.ly/1K512k

To Conclude…

Because Windows 8 doesn’t come with a dvd or blu-ray player as standard, users are looking towards third-party software to play their DVDs and Blu-rays. Luckily it is a large market meaning there are many free media players out there available to you.

With the rise of Windows 8 becoming a standard for new PCs and laptops, users still have trouble with DVD and Blu-Ray playback. The reasoning behind is that Windows 8 doesn’t support DVD and Blu-Ray playback unless you pay a little extra for the Media Center edition. But who wants to pay more when you can get your hands on a free alternative? So below we have included a quick comparison between both Win8DVD and Media Center.

Windows Media Center

Win8DVD

Unlike Windows Media Center Win8DVD is a free media player designed for Windows 8 from Media Player Classic Home Cinema. Created from open source software, we wanted to make it available to everyone. Win8DVD supports all file types including DVD and Blu-ray, giving the user the best experience possible with a simple interface that doesn’t detract from your favourite film. Available to all versions of Windows 8 as well as previous versions of Windows (XP, Vista & 7) meaning that there is no need for an upgrade.

To Conclude… 

Depending on if you want to use a third-party software to play your DVDs and Blu-Rays or you want a Windows products, that’s for you to decide but if you can get something for free that does the same job, why pay? It’s a great alternative to Windows 8 Media Center.

Want to download Win8DVD? Download here!

Win8DVD is one of few Blu-Ray players for Windows 8. And with Windows 8 not supporting Blu-Ray playback, a few things have changed. Here is a 3-step  “How To” guide  on how to play Blu-rays on Windows 8 through our software – Win8DVD.

Step 1 – Open Win8DVD

First of all open Win8DVD.

Step 2 -Insert DVD

Insert your Blu-ray into the disc tray or USB Blu-Ray player. Once the disc tray has been closed, the Blu-ray will begin to load. On your screen there will be a command box. Choose “Play with Win8DVD”.

Step 3 – Play your DVD

Once you have chosen to play your Blu-Ray with Win8DVD, the Blu-Ray will begin to play. Sit back and enjoy your DVD.

Win8DVD is a great alternative to Window’s Media Centre as it plays a whole host of file types as well as your Blu-Rays for free!

By default, Windows 8 won’t play DVDs. So, you need a compatible piece of software.

That’s where Win8DVD comes in. It is a completely free piece of software that plays all video file types in all Windows computer, AND it also plays DVDs in Windows 8.

To download Win8DVD, click here.

Win8DVD is one of few DVD players for Windows 8. And with Windows 8 being a new operating system, a few things have changed. Here is a 3-step  “How To” guide  on how to play DVDs on Windows 8 through our software – Win8DVD.

Step 1 – Open Win8DVD

First of all open Win8DVD.

Step 2 -Insert DVD

Insert your DVD into the disc tray or USB DVD player. Once the disc tray has been closed, the DVD will begin to load. On your screen there will be a command box. Choose “Play with Win8DVD”.

Step 3 – Play your DVD

Once you have chosen to play your DVD with Win8DVD, the DVD will begin to play. Sit back and enjoy your DVD.

Win8DVD is a great alternative to Window’s Media Centre as it plays a whole host of file types as well as your DVDs for free!