Wenny Yan

DVDFab Editor

Wenny Yan is a tech writer at DVDFab with eight years of hands‑on experience. She writes clear, practical guides based on real testing for disc storage and audio/video format conversion. Before that, she worked as a Chinese‑English tech translator, which greatly improved her writing skills. She loves reading, watching classic films, and hiking to explore the world. Her writing is straightforward and easy to follow.
Joined in 2017
Article Contributed: 102

Expertise

Disc storage technologies and audio/video format conversion.

Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology from the University of California, Berkeley

Latest Posts

  • Does PS5 Play DVDs? Supported Models, Limits, and Playback Options
    Does PS5 Play DVDs? Supported Models, Limits, and Playback Options

    Does the PS5 play DVDs? Yes, but only on a PS5 with a built-in disc drive or Sony’s official paired detachable disc drive. The PS5 Standard plays DVDs directly, but the original 2020 Digital Edition cannot. Slim Digital Edition models CFI-2000/CFI-2100 and PS5 Pro need the CFI-ZDD1 detachable disc drive. You must connect once to activate disc playback, and supported DVDs can play offline after that. DVD region codes, disc type, and finalized recording status still matter.

    By Wenny Yan - Jun 12, 2026
  • 9 Best Free DVD Copy Software in 2026: Tested & Reviewed
    9 Best Free DVD Copy Software in 2026: Tested & Reviewed

    DVD copy software designed for backing up, cloning, compressing, and digitizing discs includes full-featured, high-speed options like DVDFab DVD Copy. Professional tools with free trials can remove various encryptions while creating 1:1 duplicates on blank discs, ISO images, or folders. For unencrypted discs, reliable free alternatives like ImgBurn and DVD Shrink remain suitable for straightforward burning and compression tasks.

    By Wenny Yan - Jun 11, 2026
  • How to Convert DVD to MP4 on Mac: Free and Advanced Tools Tested in 2026
    How to Convert DVD to MP4 on Mac: Free and Advanced Tools Tested in 2026

    To convert DVD to MP4 on Mac, you need a DVD ripper that can read your disc and export MP4 with compatible video and audio settings. Free tools such as HandBrake and VLC work well for homemade or unprotected DVDs, while DVDFab DVD Ripper for Mac is better suited for protected discs, title detection, subtitle control, and batch conversion. Start by inserting the DVD, loading the source, choosing MP4 with H.264 video and AAC audio, checking the main title, and clicking Start on your Mac.

    By Wenny Yan - Jun 11, 2026
  • How to Copy DVD on Mac: 6 Tested DVD Copy Software for Mac in 2026
    How to Copy DVD on Mac: 6 Tested DVD Copy Software for Mac in 2026

    To copy a DVD on Mac, you first need an external DVD drive if your Mac has no built-in optical drive. Movie DVDs should be saved as MP4 or MKV with tools such as DVDFab DVD Ripper, HandBrake, or MakeMKV, while data or software DVDs can be backed up as CDR or ISO files with Disk Utility or Finder. Protected commercial DVDs usually need a dedicated DVD ripper or copy tool like DVDFab because Disk Utility and HandBrake have clear limits.

    By Wenny Yan - Jun 9, 2026
  • How to Remove Mosaic from Disc Video with AI: DVD & Blu-ray Detail Refiner
    How to Remove Mosaic from Disc Video with AI: DVD & Blu-ray Detail Refiner

    Removing mosaic from disc video is possible when the affected scene still has enough visual context. DVDFab Detail Restore AI is a tool that performs AI correction and reconstructs video details through cloud processing during DVD, Blu-ray, and UHD ripping. Simply load the disc source, enable Detail Refiner AI, choose a quality mode, and start the cloud task. DVDFab will process the affected area, enhance local details, and export a cleaner video for review.

    By Wenny Yan - Jun 5, 2026
  • DVDFab vs MakeMKV: Comparison, Test Result & Step-by-Step Guide
    DVDFab vs MakeMKV: Comparison, Test Result & Step-by-Step Guide

    If you're exploring DVD ripper tools, you've probably come across recommendations for both DVDFab and MakeMKV. What are the differences between MakeMKV vs DVDFab? How do you use each one? And which is the best fit for your needs? This article will answer all your questions.

    By Wenny Yan - Jun 4, 2026
  • How to Use MakeMKV to Rip DVD and Blu-ray Discs [June 2026 Updated]
    How to Use MakeMKV to Rip DVD and Blu-ray Discs [June 2026 Updated]

    MakeMKV can rip DVDs and Blu-rays to MKV files by reading the disc, letting you choose the main title, and saving the selected video, audio, subtitles, and chapter data without re-encoding. It is a direct way to make a digital copy for personal backup or local playback, but it only exports MKV, does not compress files, and needs the right optical drive for DVD, Blu-ray, or UHD Blu-ray discs.

    By Wenny Yan - Jun 3, 2026
  • PS3 ISO Files: Why Your PS3 Won't Play Them and How to Fix It (2026)
    PS3 ISO Files: Why Your PS3 Won't Play Them and How to Fix It (2026)

    The PS3 does not play ISO files natively: video ISOs need format conversion, and game ISOs require custom firmware and decryption. This guide focuses on converting video ISOs to MP4 using DVDFab DVD Ripper, with a five-step walkthrough and troubleshooting for the most common playback failures. For game ISOs or RPCS3 emulation, the final section maps out which path applies to your situation.

    By Wenny Yan - Jun 3, 2026
  • How to Convert ISO to MKV: Lossless Remux vs H.265 Re-encode
    How to Convert ISO to MKV: Lossless Remux vs H.265 Re-encode

    Convert ISO to MKV with the right method for your source. Covers lossless remux and H.265 re-encode workflows across DVDFab, MakeMKV, HandBrake, and VLC.

    By Wenny Yan - Jun 3, 2026
  • How to Use HandBrake to Convert DVD to MP4: Detailed Guide
    How to Use HandBrake to Convert DVD to MP4: Detailed Guide

    HandBrake can convert unprotected DVDs to MP4 with a simple process: load the DVD, scan the disc, choose the main title, set MP4 as the format, and start encoding. For CSS-protected DVDs, you may need libdvdcss, but HandBrake still cannot handle every protected, damaged, or poorly structured disc. When HandBrake fails, DVDFab DVD Ripper is recommended as a more reliable alternative.

    By Wenny Yan - Jun 2, 2026
  • How to Play DVDs on Xbox One: App Setup, Supported Models, and Fixes
    How to Play DVDs on Xbox One: App Setup, Supported Models, and Fixes

    To play a DVD on Xbox One, insert the disc into the console and install the free Blu-ray Player app when prompted. Once installed, the app plays both DVDs and standard Blu-ray discs, and you can control playback with the Xbox controller. If your console has no disc drive or the DVD will not play because of region, disc, or drive issues, convert the DVD to an Xbox-compatible digital file with DVDFab and play it from USB or network storage.

    By Wenny Yan - Jun 2, 2026
  • Does PS3 Play Blu-ray? Solved!
    Does PS3 Play Blu-ray? Solved!

    The PS3 can play standard 1080p Blu-ray movies and 3D Blu-rays, but it does not support 4K UHD Blu-ray discs. For smooth playback, keep the system software updated, make sure the disc region matches your console, and use a controller or PS3 Blu-ray remote to navigate menus. If a disc cannot play directly or you want USB/DLNA playback, converting the Blu-ray to a PS3-friendly format such as MP4 with DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper is the more reliable option.

    By Wenny Yan - Jun 2, 2026