At the CES show in Las Vegas, Sony introduced its new Blu-ray Disc line, including four standalone players (BDP-S780, BDP-S580, BDP-S480, and BDP-S380) and three integrated home theater systems (BDV-E780W, BDV-E580, and BDV-E280), as well as a 5.1 channel home theater audio system (HT-SS380). All of the models play back DVD, CD and SACD discs in addition to Blu-ray Discs. The company also introduced its first portable Blu-ray Disc player, BDP-SX1000, which features a 10.1-inch WSVGA screen.
When connected to a broadband Internet network, all models offer access to over 40 free and premium movies, video, and music services through the BRAVIA Internet Video platform including Sony's Video On Demand and Music Unlimited powered by Qriocity, as well as Netflix, Pandora, HuluPlus, Amazon Video on Demand, YouTube, Slacker Internet Radio, Crackle and Blip.tv.
Video On Demand powered by Qriocity is a premium video streaming service with instant access to Hollywood blockbusters, and Music Unlimited powered by Qriocity is a cloud-based, streaming music service which gives music lovers access at anytime to a constantly expanding catalog of over six million global music tracks from major labels.
The line is also compatible with Sony's new HomeShare wireless audio products such as the new SA-NS400 Wi-Fi network speaker allowing users to easily stream audio from the devices through the home wirelessly via Wi-Fi. With Sony's unique PartyStreaming feature, you can share music throughout the home without wires and complicated set up.
Users with an iPhone, iPod touch, or Android mobile device can control Sony's entire Blu-ray line-up using a free application that can be downloaded from the app stores. The updated Sony "Media Remote" app allows the mobile device to function as a remote control that includes the ability to access a Blu-ray Disc's details such as jacket artwork, actor, and production information as well as search for additional video clips online. With an Android phone, consumers can also use the app to control their Sony Blu-ray and BRAVIA products with their voice. The app is also compatible with select new BRAVIA HDTVs announced today.
Players
BDP-S380
- Wi-Fi-ready (USB wireless LAN adapter sold separately)
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BRAVIA Internet Video and BD-LIVE functionality
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Entertainment Database Browser with Gracenote technology
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Photo, music, and video playback via front USB
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"Media Remote" (iPhone/iPod touch/Android BD Remote Control application)
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Quick start and loading
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Available in February
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List price $150.
BDP-S480
Like the BDP-S380, with the following additional features:
- Blu-ray 3D
- DLNA Client and photo, music, and video playback
- HomeShare Wi-Fi Network Speaker compatible
Available in March-
List price $180.
BDP-S580
Like the BDP-S480, with the following additional features:
- Built in Wi-Fi (802.11n) with WPS
- IP Content Noise Reduction
- Available in March
- List price $200
BDP-S780
Like the BDP-S580, with the following additional features:
- Skype embedded: when connecting a USB TV camera (purchased separately) users can enjoy free widescreen Skype-to-Skype video calls with friends and family from the comfort of their living rooms
- 2D-to-3D conversion
- Super Bit Mapping, Smoothing, and Chroma Processing technologies which deliver smoother color gradation when connected via HDMI
- Available in April
- List price $250
Blu-ray Disc integrated home theater systems
BDV-E280
- 1000 watt, 5.1 channel home theater system
- Blu-ray 3D, DVD, CD, and SACD playback
- Two HDMI inputs
- Wi-Fi-ready (USB wireless LAN adapter sold separately)
- BRAVIA Internet Video
- iPhone/iPod touch dock included
- Quick start and load
- Available in April
- List price $400
BDV-E580
Like the BDP-S280, with the following additional features:
- Integrated Wi-Fi (802.11n) with WPS
- Entertainment Database Browser with Gracenote technology
- USB and DLNA Client and photo, music, and video playback
- HomeShare Wi-Fi Network Speaker compatible
- "Media Remote" (iPhone/iPod touch/Android BD Remote Control application)
- Available in March
- List price $500
BDV-E780W
Like the BDP-S580, with the following additional features:
- Wireless rear speakers, two-way front speakers and an improved subwoofer
- Universal remote
- Available in May
- List price $600
Blu-ray home theater audio system
HT-SS380
- 5.1 channel home theater audio system with Blu-ray Disc player matching design
- 1000 w
- Three HDMI inputs and one output featuring an HDMI repeater (3 inputs/1 output), stand-by pass through, 3D pass through, and audio return channel
- iPhone/iPod dock
- Available this spring
- List price $350
Portable Blu-ray Disc player
BDP-SX1000
- 10.1-inch wide, WSVGA, 180-degree swivel display
- Built-in, rechargeable battery with five hour battery life
- Built-in speakers and headphone output
- Available this spring
- List price $300