
A Blu-ray decrypter helps read AACS, BD+, or other protected Blu-ray discs and save them as MP4, MKV, ISO files, or Blu-ray folders for personal backup and playback. Free tools such as MakeMKV work well for MKV output, while DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper is better for MP4 output, device profiles, subtitle control, maintained disc support, and consistent updates for newer Blu-ray protections. Start by choosing your output type, loading the disc or ISO file, checking titles and tracks, and exporting a short test before processing the full movie.
By Wenny Yan - Jun 26, 2026

Yes, every PS4 model, including the original PS4, PS4 Slim, and PS4 Pro, can play standard 1080p Blu-ray discs and DVDs. The first time you play a Blu-ray or DVD, your PS4 must connect to the internet once to enable disc playback. No PS4 model can play 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray discs, although PS4 Pro can upscale standard Blu-ray video for a 4K TV.
By Diana Smith - Jun 23, 2026

Yes, all Xbox One consoles can play standard Blu-ray and DVD discs after you install the free Blu-ray Player app. The original Xbox One supports standard 1080p Blu-ray/DVD playback, while Xbox One S and Xbox One X also support 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray with a compatible 4K TV and HDCP 2.2 setup.
By Diana Smith - Jun 23, 2026

The best Blu-ray ripper for Mac depends on whether you want a one-step professional tool or a free two-step workflow. DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper for Mac is the better choice if you want to rip protected Blu-ray discs, ISO files, or folders to MP4, MKV, M2TS, FLAC, and other formats in one program with title, audio, subtitle, and compression controls. If you prefer a free-style workflow, use MakeMKV first to create a large MKV copy, then use HandBrake to compress it to MP4 or H.265 for iPhone, iPad, Plex, or other devices.
By Wenny Yan - Jun 22, 2026

Top Blu-ray burning software for Windows and Mac includes DVDFab Blu-ray Creator, ImgBurn, and Power2Go. In my testing, these tools, ranging from free utilities like ImgBurn for basic ISO writing to premium suites like DVDFab for comprehensive video authoring with menus, are essential for preserving high-quality memories offline. This guide reviews the 11 best options available in 2026, comparing their format support, speeds, and reliability.
By Wenny Yan - Jun 17, 2026

To rip Blu-ray discs without playback errors, you need a Blu-ray drive and the best Blu-ray ripper software, such as DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper for one-step ripping and compression of protected Blu-rays, MakeMKV for full backups, and HandBrake for compressing. The process involves loading your Blu-ray disc, selecting titles, tracks, and subtitles, then saving the file to your computer or mobile devices for smooth playback.
By Wenny Yan - Jun 12, 2026

To burn Blu-ray on a Mac, you need an external Blu-ray drive and specialized software. This article reviews the 6 best Blu-ray burning software for Mac, including top-rated options like DVDFab Blu-ray Creator and Roxio Toast. Read on for a hardware buying guide and learn how to import your MP4/MOV files, customize premium disc menus, and fast-burn your video projects to BD-R discs.
By Diana Smith - Jun 9, 2026

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