A DVD player is an electronic device that plays DVDs. DVDs are optical discs that store digital video and audio data. A DVD player uses a laser to read the disc, and can output the video and audio data through an analog or digital connection.

DVD players began to be commercially available in 1997. They were initially expensive, but their prices began to drop rapidly in the early 2000s. By 2007, they had become affordable for most consumers.

DVD players are often used to play movies and other video content. They can also be used to play music CDs, video …