Philips Unveils 3D Blu-ray Players and 3D TVs

Today at the 2011 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Philips unveiled a new line of Blu-ray playback devices, with five new players. Three of them are 3D compatible, with prices starting at $169.99. Five home theater systems (again, three of them with 3D) were also announced, with prices going from $269.99 to $449.99. Features include Philips MediaConnect, NetTV, Netflix and Blockbuster streaming.

With MediaConnect, consumers can wirelessly connect the PC to the TV for unlimited access to online movies, photos, videos, social networking and more. The computer desktop is mirrored on the TV screen and the entire Internet is one click away. And with the addition of NetTV, consumers have the ability to press one button and stream 4500+ HD Channels through the Philips Blu-ray player directly to the TV. NetTV also allows consumers to access VUDU - offering them another advantage with access to view online videos and photos through popular sites such as Facebook and Twitter via the home theater system. VUDU also offers the most HD movies available to consumers.

"These home theater systems offer cinema-like picture quality, media streaming options and powerful surround sound for a true entertainment experience without ever leaving the couch," said Todd Richardson, senior vice president of sales and marketing for P&F, a subsidiary of Funai and the exclusive manufacturer and distributor for Philips televisions and home theater systems in the US. "The addition of Philips MediaConnect and NetTV give the added value of being able to view online content and movies on any TV, allowing consumers to upgrade their home theater without buying a new set."

Regarding 3D displays, Philips will present the LED 6000 with the 40PFL6706, 46PFL6706 and 55PFL6706 for $999, $1,299 and $1,699 respectively, but they won't be available until September.