Why Sony's Beta Videotape System Failed--and failed hard (Part 1)

Why it was recommended

Here's a very good video going into details

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What it covers

Part one of Technology Connections' account of the VHS versus Betamax format war. It argues Sony was caught off guard by JVC's cheaper, more practical VHS system. It is for a general viewer who does not plan to take a prerequisite first.

Video details

Channel

Technology Connections

Length

16 min 29 sec

Year

2017

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