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Quoting Apple analyst of record Shaw Wu, MacUser UK reports that Apple will recommit Blu-ray, Sony's version of the DVD supporting hi-def content.

"Our sources indicate that Apple will outline is high-definition video strategy with the support of Blu-ray," said Wu in a paper delivered this morning. "We believe this is a key announcement as current Macs ship with DVD and Sony gains a strong ally in Blu-ray."

However, he continued by saying that the mothership may also build Macs with hybrid Blu-ray / HD-DVD optical drives installed.

Wu didn't offer a timeline on when Blu-ray-equipped Macs would be available.

Apple first announced commitment to Blu-ray way, way back in March '05.

Editor's note: Perhaps the external optical drive shipping rumored for release with the rumored ultra-portable will be Blu-ray? That would certainly grab a few headlines...

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