If I recall correctly, that Sony was one of the first (if not the first) to support all forms of writeable dvd media. But as you said, that was new almost a year ago. Now, several companies make DVD burners that can do the same job.

I don't really think I can offer you any suggestions. I have my favorite brand of optical drives, and have been buying them exclusively for a few years now. I'm sure other people here also have their favorites.

But which is the best? In terms of speed, reliability, compatibility, etc.? I might try looking around on ZDNet myself, and see what they say over there.

Edit: I forgot to offer my suggestion; that is what you asked for. If I were to buy a DVD burner today, it would be this one.