It's easy to think of the 1980s video format war as VHS vs Beta, but we often forget about the third entry in that battle: LaserDisc.LaserDisc really was a remarkable technology and its origins go all the way back to the 1950s. Its first release in North America was prior to the 80s, and only a few years after the VCR debuted.LaserDisc had better picture, sound, and features. So why did it lose the war against Beta, and ultimately, VHS?Well, as great as the features were, it was the cons that sunk it in the long run. This is a look back on the futuristic technology that is actually still with us to this day...Enjoy this early, and ad-free first look!-Jamie
