What are UMD (Universal Media Discs) for the Sony PSP?

The UMD (Universal Media Disc) is a newly developed compact, high capacity optical format that can store up to 1.8 GB of digital data on a 60mm disc or an entire feature film on a single UMD video. Movies on UMD will be produced in 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio and encoded using advanced AVC compression, which provides a high level of picture quality. Universal Media Discs (UMDs) are playable only in the Sony PlayStation Portable (PSP) and are not compatible with contemporary DVD players.

Featured UMD Movies for the Sony Playstation Portable (PSP) Gaming System:

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