Sharp Launches BD-HP90U and BD-HP80U 3D Blu-ray Players

Sharp Electronics Corporation announced two 3D network Blu-ray Disc (BD) players, the BD-HP90U and BD-HP80U. According to the statement, the BD-HP90U ($499.99) and BD-HP80U ($429.99) will be available in September.

Integra Launches 9.2-Channel 3D Network AV Receivers

Integra announced two 9.2-channel, THX Ultra2 Plus certified, 3D-ready network audio-video receivers designed for custom installation – the DTR-80.2 ($2,800) and DTR-70.2 ($2,000).

Integra Launches 3D Network AV Preamplifier Processors

Integra announced two THX Ultra 2 Plus certified, 3D-ready, network audio/video preamplifier processors designed for custom installation – the DHC-80.2 ($2,300) and DHC-40.2 ($1,200).

Integra Unveils 7.2-Channel 3D Network AV Receivers

Integra announced two 3D-ready, 7.2-channel, THX Select 2 Plus certified, network audio/video receivers designed for custom installation – the DTR-50.2 ($1,400) and DTR-40.2 ($1,000).

Toshiba Adds BDX3000 Blu-ray 3D Player to Lineup

Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. announced that it has expanded its collection of Blu-ray Disc (BD) players with the new BDX3000. According to the statement, joining the currently available BDX2700 ($199.99) and BDX2500 ($149.99) models, the BDX3000 ($249.99) is the company’s first 3D-capable Blu-ray Disc player.

Apple TV Faces Tough Market

IMS Research announced that Apple’s latest iteration of Apple TV may face a more challenging market than its predecessors. According to the statement, previous versions had difficulties gaining traction and the new and improved Apple TV may encounter a similar fate.

Onkyo Unleashes THX-Certified AV Component Separates

Onkyo announced that it is expanding its product line to include upscale THX-Certified separate components. According to the statement, this debut includes a new $2,199 top-of-the-line 3D-Ready 9.2-channel AV preamp/processor (PR-SC5508), a $1,699 companion 9 x 150W power amplifier (PA-MC5500) and a $599 premium Blu-ray Disc player (BD-SP808).

Onkyo Launches HT-RC260 and HT-RC270 AV Receivers

Onkyo announced that it is now shipping the newest generation of its HT-RC home theater receiver line–adding two new models, the mid-priced HT-RC260 and the more upscale HT-RC270.

Panasonic Activates Twitter on VIERA CAST Plasma HDTVs

Panasonic announced that it has activated Twitter on its VIERA CAST enabled HDTVs. According to the statement, Twitter will also be available on VIERA CAST-enabled Blu-ray Disc (BD) Players at a later date. The addition of Twitter, a real-time global information network, was announced in January 2010 at the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES).

Panasonic Unveils DMP-BDT100 Blu-ray 3D Player

Panasonic announced that it has expanded its line of Full HD 3D Blu-ray Disc players to include the new DMP-BDT100. According to the statement, the DMP-BDT100, available in August, joins the DMP-BDT300 and DMP-BDT350 in providing superior 2D and 3D picture quality, as well as innovative features such as VIERA CAST internet functionality.