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Maxell Unveils First 12x DVD-RAM Discs
Japanese Maxell inrtroduces the first DVD-RAM dics compliant with the Version 2.2 Revision 5.0 format specifications, for recording at 6-12x.
The new discs are compatible with DVD-RAM2 burners only, accrording to Maxell. In
case of reading, compatibility of the new media with currently available hardware
is limited, and a firmware upgrade for the DVD-RAM drives is required in most
cases.
![](/images/uploaded/Maxell_DVD-RAM_12x.jpg)
The DVD Forum approved the new high-speed recording standard fopr DVD-RAM in September of 2005. The RAM2 meia can be recorded at 6x, 8x, 12x and 16x. The RAM2 compatible hardware can be easily identified by the corresponding logo.
![](/images/uploaded/RAM2_logo2.gif)
Maxell's 12x DVD-RAM discs will be available in the Japanese market in March the 24th, priced at approximately 1000 Yen ($8.60).
![](/images/uploaded/Maxell_DVD-RAM_12x.jpg)
The DVD Forum approved the new high-speed recording standard fopr DVD-RAM in September of 2005. The RAM2 meia can be recorded at 6x, 8x, 12x and 16x. The RAM2 compatible hardware can be easily identified by the corresponding logo.
![](/images/uploaded/RAM2_logo2.gif)
Maxell's 12x DVD-RAM discs will be available in the Japanese market in March the 24th, priced at approximately 1000 Yen ($8.60).