Panasonic DMP-BDT110 - Great Blu-ray Players do not need to cost a bundle. Panasonic's DMP-BDT110 Blu-ray Player proves this by offer us a great player at a very reasonable price. You can watch stunning 3D images or use standard blu-rays and DVDs for spectacular HD viewing.
Every year, all the major blu-ray manufacturers like Sony, Panasonic, LG, Samsung launch a new line-up of Blu-ray DVD Players. They try to incorporate new and innovative features that will separate them from the competition and win over consumers. In 2011 we have seen over a dozen new players being released, with even more to come. Samsung, alone has released seven new players. So with all the old players still available and the new players being release; it can get a little confusing trying to decide which player would best suit your HD needs. Here is a list of the top ten most recommended Blu-ray Disc Players to help make the decision a little easier.
Panasonic DMP-BDT110 - Great Blu-ray Players do not need to cost a bundle. Panasonic’s DMP-BDT110 Blu-ray Disc Player proves this by offering us a great player at a very reasonable price. You can watch stunning 3D images or use standard blu-rays and DVDs for spectacular HD viewing. It is packed with other features such as Wi-Fi capability – LAN Adapter is required, Online Streaming, DLNS capability, Skype, Dolby Digital Plus, TrueHD and so much more.
Pros: Easy to use Streaming Services - Affordable Price - Skype
Cons: No built-in BD Live memory - Only WI-FI ‘Ready’ – LAN Adapter Sold Separately
Price you should look for when purchasing — Under $150.00
Pansonic DMP-BDT210 - Touch-Free Sensor playback / Full HD 3D / 2D to 3D Conversion / Built-in Wi-Fi / Skype Video Calls / AVCHD, MKV, MP3, JPEG compatible / USB — The Panasonic DMP-BDT210 seems to be equipped with every possible blu-ray feature and more. You not only get a great Blu-ray Player capable of Full HD 10810p/24 video resolution on standard 2D Blu-ray and 3D Blu-rays; but the player can even convert 2D Discs into 3D images. Built-in Wi-Fi will allow you easy access to Online Streaming Media (via VieraCast) and Skype Video Calls.
Pros: Easy to use Streaming Services - Built-in WI-FI - Very Fast Loading Speeds
Cons:No built-in BD Live memory - No Hulu Plus and MLB.tv
Price you should look for when purchasing — Under $200.00
Panasonic DMP-BD75 - The DMP-BD75 is a very affordable Blu-ray Disc Player from Panasonic that should provide consumers with great video and audio performance. Offering 1080p/24 playback on blu-ray discs and support fo Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. Extra features include online streaming from Netflix, CinemaNow ans VUDU. It has a front panel USB port, is DLNA certified, supports BD Live (Profile 2.0) and Multi-Format Playback. Panasonic has developed a new user interface to make navigating the DMP-BD75 much easily and user-friendly. Add to this its fast booting time, the DMP-BD75 makes for a very appealing entry-level Blu-ray Disc Player.
Pros: Easy to use Streaming Services - Affordable price - Very Fast Loading Speeds
Cons: No built-in BD Live memory - Only WI-FI ‘Ready’ – LAN Adapter Sold Separately
Price you should look for when purchasing — Under $100.00
Sony BDP-S580 - The BDP-S580 is shaping up to be one of the best Blu-ray Disc Player of 2011. Providing all the features you come to expect in a top Blu-ray DVD Player, the BDP-S580 has built-in Wi-Fi, online streaming, DLNA capability and much more. Including watching your movies in HD with 1080p playback (on both blu-ray and 3D Blu-ray) and DVD up-conversion for truly stunning images with great clarity and detail.
Pros: Affordable price - Online Streaming - Quick Loading Speeds
Cons: No built-in BD Live memory - Only WI-FI ‘Ready’ – Adapter Sold Separately
Price you should look for when purchasing — Under $200.00
Sony DBP-S780 - The Sony BDP-S780 seems to have the complete package, offering you unbelievable audio and video quality whether you are playing back 3D blu-rays, standard blu-rays or DVDs. It provides a wide range of entertainment features that is easily accessible with its built-in Wi-Fi capabilities. Giving you wireless access to online services such as Netflix, Vudu, Pandora, Hulu Plus, and much more. You even have the option to turning your HDTV into a video calling display. By connecting a camera (not included), you can even access Skype to video chat with your family and friends right from your living room.
Pros: 2D to 3D Conversion - Built In WI-FI - Skype
Cons: No built-in BD Live memory - No 7.1-ch Analog Outputs - Complex Menu
Price you should look for when purchasing — Under $250.00
Samsung BD-D6500 - This mid-range BD-D6500 Blu-ray DVD Player will provide you with excellent, realistic images with vibrant colors on both standard blu-rays and 3D blu-ray discs. It supports high-resolution audio formats Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. This attractive looking player is loaded with extra features including web-enabled Samsung Smart TV for online streaming and social networking, DLNA, built-in Wi-Fi, fast loading and boot times, Touch Sensor Control and USB playback.
Pros: Superb image quality - Easy setup - DLNA Support
Cons: No built-in BD Live memory - Missing Amazon Instant - User Interface for Smart Hub
Price you should look for when purchasing — Under $200.00
Samsung BD-D6700 - The BD-D6700 Blu-ray Player from Samsung has compelling cutting-edge features and a stunning design. Lets you enjoy 3D technology on 3D blu-rays or even convert your 2D titles to 3D for a whole new experience. The BD-D6700 has built-in Wi-Fi and access to Samsung’s innovative Smart TV feature. Providing access to Samsung apps, searching for content online or on your TV. It also has USB playback and DLNA capabilities that expands your home entertainment to new and exciting levels.
Pros: Unique and Stylish Design - Easy setup - Dual HDMI
Cons: High Price - Missing Amazon Instant - User Interface for Smart Hub
Price you should look for when purchasing — Under $270.00
LG BD670 - The LG BD670 3D Blu-ray DVD Player is loaded with great features that should expand your Home Entertainment experience to a whole new level. Beside offering stunning Full HD 1080p 2D and 3D images, the BD670 has built-in Wi-Fi that allows easy access to your home internet connection. Once connected you can take advantage of LG SmartTV. This includes apps and online streaming from Netflix, CinemaNow, YouTube and much more. This player is also DLNA certified and has USB playback support. Another nice feature is a free iPhone/Android app is available to allow text input from your phone’s keyboard.
Pros: Smart TV - Easy to use - WI-Fi/3D
Cons: No built-in BD Live memory - No 7.1-ch analog outputs - Slower Loading Speeds
Price you should look for when purchasing — Under $250.00
LG BD690 - The BD690 Blu-ray DVD Player is the flagship model for LG’s 2011 line-up. This upgraded model of last years highly successful BD590 player, the BD690, now supports 3D blu-ray playback in Full HD 1080 video resolution. It still has a 250GB internal Hard Drive with CD ripping capabilities. Hard drive space of this amount is still extremely rare for any Blu-ray DVD Player. It provides stunningly crisp and sharp images, with Dolby TrueHD and HD Master Audio in 7.1 channels of lossless surround sound. Extra features such as online streaming with LG’s SmartTV, DLNA, free iPhone/Android app and much more, make the BD690 one of the best blu-ray players of 2011.
Pros: Innovative Features - Easy to use - WI-Fi/250GB Hard Drive
Cons: No built-in BD Live memory - No 7.1-ch analog outputs - Expensive Price
Price you should look for when purchasing — Under $350.00
Oppo BDP-93 - Many people were surprised when Oppo announced last year it was discontinuing the very successful and highly praise Blu-ray Player, the BDP-83. No one needed to have worried, Oppo soon released the newer model, the BDP-93. It was just as good as the BDP-83 and added some extra features to make it a very worthy successor. While not technically a 2011 player, the BDP-93 came out in December of 2010. But it is regarded by many experts and consumers to be THE Best Blu-ray DVD Player available, so it can not be left off this list.
The BDP-93 Universal Blu-ray Disc Player has 3D Blu-ray Disc support, Online Streaming Services(Netfix and Blockbuster), Wireless-N networking and an eSATA port. It has 2nd Generation Qdeo Video Processing, USB playback, 1 GB of internal memory, dual HDMI Outputs, Ip and RS232 Control. It does cost more than your average Blu-ray Disc Player, but it is still extremely less than other high-end models. Most experts agree, the Oppo BDP-93 produces the best quality images and sound of any Blu-ray Disc Player currently available.
Pros: Highest Quality Images and sounds - Universal Player - 3D and Network Capability
Cons: High Price - Lacking any dedicated stereo outputs
-- Price you should look for when purchasing -- $499.99
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