JB Hi-Fi has released its half-year earnings report for 2018 and once again, the Blu-ray and DVD categories have taken a big hit. Software sales (which includes music, movies and video games) fell by 6.5 per cent compared to the first half of FY2017. This was despite a healthy rise in profits for the Games category.

In other words, JB's movie sales are declining at an even faster rate than the above figure suggests. The act of physically placing a disc into a Blu-ray player could soon be as outmoded as VHS tape. Blame Netflix.

The online shoppers of Australia have perused Amazon's offerings. And they have found them wanting. With very few exceptions, the deals on TVs, laptops and other gadgets have been hugely underwhelming. The cake was a lie.

If you're looking to pick up some Blu-rays or video games for Christmas though, Amazon is well worth a look. In fact, it has some of the cheapest prices in Australia. Here are a few stocking-stuffers for your consideration.

Judging by the level of interest in our release-date post, a lot of you are keen to get your hands on a copy of Planet Earth II. For a limited time, you can score 20 per cent off the sticker price of the DVD, Blu-ray and 4K UHD at JB Hi-Fi. Here are the details.

Attention Blu-ray fans: JB Hi-Fi is currently selling three new-release Blu-rays for just $30. The deal includes 4K and 3D Blu-rays which cost up to $45 a pop when purchased separately. Bargain! Here are our picks.