Physical Media
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Collectors Fuel Physical Media Comeback Amidst Digital Dominance
Nearly 60 per cent of Gen Z were buying vinyl in 2025, even though almost 30 per cent of respondents didn’t own a turntable, according to Whathifi .
The value and appeal of physical media for collectors
The Consumer Price Index reported a striking price increase of nearly 29% for DVDs in the twelve months leading up to April 2024, a figure that defies expectations in a world seemingly dominated by ep
Gen Z Now Buys More CDs Than Any Other Generation
In the last 12 months, Gen Z purchased more CDs than millennials, Gen X, and baby boomers combined, according to livenowfox and theguardian .
What Is the Vinyl Record Resurgence Impact on Music and Culture?
Last year, UK vinyl record sales reached 4.
Why Are Young People Buying Physical Media in 2026?
In a surprising turn, Gen Z bought more CDs than all older generations combined in the last 12 months, according to The Guardian .
Young Audiences Drive Physical Media Resurgence in 2026
In January 2026, Vidiots, a physical movie rental store, had its biggest month ever, renting an average of 170 movies daily.
Physical Media's Decline Slowed Dramatically, Proving Ownership Still Matters.
The 4K Ultra HD version of Christopher Nolan's 'Oppenheimer' sold out in its first week at major retailers, including Amazon.
Vinyl Sales Top $1 Billion in 2025 Amid Physical Media Resurgence
In 2025, U.S. vinyl sales topped $1 billion in annual revenue for the first time since 1983, reaching $1.04 billion, according to The Guardian . This figure signals a profound shift in consumer behavi
The Tangible Ghost: On the Resurgence of Physical Media and the Promise of Student Filmmaking
Physical media is making a surprising comeback, offering a tangible connection to film in an age of streaming. This resurgence runs parallel to a vibrant student filmmaking scene, both seeking permanence and presence in cinematic art.
The Tyranny of the Stream: Why We Must Preserve Physical Media
The preservation of physical media is a vital defense of our cultural memory against the transient nature of digital access. Entrusting our entire cultural library to the cloud risks profound and irreversible loss.