LG exits Blu-ray player market as production dwindles

LG has announced it will stop making Blu-ray players, joining Samsung and Oppo, which left the market years ago. Only Sony and Panasonic remain as major manufacturers, but their future in the market is uncertain. While production will continue for a few more years, experts suggest buying an extra player as a backup. This is because Blu-ray players can fail over time, and having a spare can help maintain access to your disc library. Video game consoles with Blu-ray drives will still be available for years. However, consumers should be cautious of price increases for Blu-ray players as demand rises with LG's exit from the market.