{"id":1101,"date":"2010-01-06T20:15:46","date_gmt":"2010-01-07T01:15:46","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.hughsnews.ca\/?p=1101"},"modified":"2010-01-07T15:41:55","modified_gmt":"2010-01-07T20:41:55","slug":"sony-bets-on-blu-ray-3d-players","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.hughsnews.ca\/sony-bets-on-blu-ray-3d-players-001101","title":{"rendered":"Sony Bets on Blu-ray 3D Players"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Sony announced its new Blu-ray Disc line featuring Blu-ray 3D playback, Wi-Fi Internet connectivity, and instant streaming of online video content from the BRAVIA Internet Video platform at the 2010 CES show in Las Vegas.<\/p>\n

According to the statement, Sony is rolling out three standalone Blu-ray Disc players (BDP-S770, BDP-S570, BDP-S370), three integrated home theater systems (BDV-HZ970W, BDV-E770W, BDV-E570) and a 5.1 channel matching home audio system (HT-SS370).<\/p>\n

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For more information visit: www.sonystyle.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Unedited press release follows<\/p>\n

CURTAIN RISES ON NEW SONY BLU-RAY 3D CAPABLE MODELS<\/strong>
\nNew Line Offers Stylish Monolithic Design Concept, Wi-Fi
\nConnectivity, and BRAVIA Internet Video Platform Functionality<\/p>\n

LAS VEGAS (CES Booth #14200), Jan. 6, 2010 \u2013 Sony today introduced its new Blu-ray Disc\u2122 line featuring Blu-ray 3D\u2122 playback, Wi-Fi\u00ae Internet connectivity, and instant streaming of online video content from the BRAVIA\u00ae Internet Video platform. The new Sony Blu-ray Disc devices are another example of how Sony is providing consumers with networked products that enhance the home entertainment experience.<\/p>\n

The full HD 1080p line featuring Sony\u2019s new Monolithic Design Concept includes three stand alone models (BDP-S770, BDP-S570 and BDP-S370) and three integrated home theater systems (BDV-HZ970W, BDV-E770W, and BDV-E570), as well as a 5.1 channel matching home audio system (HT-SS370).<\/p>\n

When connected to a broadband Inter net network, the models instantly stream movies, videos, music and more from Netflix, Amazon Video On Demand, YouTube\u2122, Slacker\u00ae Internet Radio, Pandora\u00ae, NPR, Sony Pictures, Sony Music, and over 25 total providers through the Sony BRAVIA Internet Video platform.<\/p>\n

\u201cOnly Sony can leverage expertise in hardware and content creation to deliver unique entertainment experiences such as 3D and Internet streaming,\u201d said Chris Fawcett, vice president of Sony Electronics\u2019 home audio and video business. \u201cOur new Blu-ray Disc players, home theaters and audio products bring entertainment to life with a high-quality, innovative design that is stylish enough to enhance any d\u00e9cor.\u201d<\/p>\n

Sony\u2019s new Blu-ray Disc players and home theater systems feature an Entertainment Database Browser, using Gracenote\u2122 technologies, that allows users to browse details like actor and production information from a Blu-ray disc and access related content found on BRAVIA Internet Video content.<\/p>\n

Unique to the new models, users with an iPhone\u00ae or iPod\u00ae touch device can control the players using a free application that can be downloaded from the Apple App store. The application allows an iPhone\/iPod touch to function as a remote control that includes the ability to access a Blu-ray Disc\u2019s details such as jacket artwork, actor, and production information as well as search for additional video clips online.<\/p>\n

Blu-ray Disc Players
\nAvailable this summer, Sony\u2019s Blu-ray 3D capable BDP-S770 Blu-ray Disc player is also compatible with DVDs, CDs, and SA-CDs. The model features an Ethernet jack and has built in Wi-Fi wireless (802.11) with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) for easy access to Sony\u2019s BRAVIA Internet Video platform and BD-LIVE\u2122 functionality.<\/p>\n

The model also includes Sony\u2019s IP Content Noise Reduction technology and Precision Cinema HD Upscaling to improve standard definition and web video quality.<\/p>\n

Compatible with Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA\u00ae) devices, the model allows you to wirelessly share digital photos, music, and video media from your PC using your home network. It also includes a front USB input for photo, music, and video playback and decodes all advanced audio codecs including Dolby\u00ae TrueHD, dts-HD Master Audio\u2122, and offers bit stream out.<\/p>\n

The model also offers an improved start up and disc loading performance. When the quick start feature is turned on, the start-up time is quicker and disc loading is faster than previous models.<\/p>\n

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Sony BDP-S770 Blu-ray 3D Player<\/p><\/div>\n

Also available this spring Sony\u2019s BDP-S570 Blu-ray Disc player features built in Wi-Fi wireless (802.11) with WPS for easy access to Sony\u2019s BRAVIA Internet Video platform and BD-LIVE functionality.<\/p>\n

Other features include:<\/p>\n

\u2022 DVD, CD, and SA-CD playback<\/p>\n

\u2022 IP Content Noise Reduction<\/p>\n

\u2022 Entertainment Database Browser with Gracenote technology<\/p>\n

\u2022 BD Remote (iPhone\/iPod touch BD Remote Control application)<\/p>\n

\u2022 Photo, music, and video playback via front USB and DLNA (firmware update required)<\/p>\n

\u2022 DVD upscaling to near high definition with Precision Cinema HD Upscaling<\/p>\n

\u2022 Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Master Audio decoding<\/p>\n

\u2022 Quick start and fast loading<\/p>\n

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Sony BDP-S570 Blu-ray Disc Player<\/p><\/div>\n

Sony\u2019s BDP-S370 Blu-ray Disc player, shipping this spring, also offers full HD 1080p picture quality and access to the BRAVIA Internet Video platform and BD-LIVE functionality.
\nOther features found in this model include:<\/p>\n

\u2022 DVD, CD, and SA-CD playback<\/p>\n

\u2022 Entertainment Database Browser with Gracenote technology<\/p>\n

\u2022 BD Remote (iPhone\/iPod touch BD Remote Control application)<\/p>\n

\u2022 Wi-Fi-ready (UWA-BR100 USB wireless LAN adapter sold separately)<\/p>\n

\u2022 Photo, music, and video playback via front USB and DLNA (firmware update required)<\/p>\n

\u2022 DVD Upscaling to near high definition with Precision Cinema HD Upscaling<\/p>\n

\u2022 Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Master Audio decoding<\/p>\n

\u2022 Quick start and fast loading<\/p>\n

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Sony BDP-S370 Blu-ray Disc Player<\/p><\/div>\n

Blu-ray Disc Home Theater Systems
\nSony\u2019s new 3D capable BDV-HZ970W is a full HD 1080p 5.1 channel Blu-ray Disc home theater system that features wireless capabilities via the included USB wireless LAN adapter (802.11) allowing for easy access to a broad range of entertainment from the BRAVIA Internet Video platform and BD-LIVE extra features and content.<\/p>\n

The 1000 watt system features Sony\u2019s S-AIR\u00ae technology allowing it to transmit audio to the included wireless rear channel surround speakers. Users can also add wireless multi-room speaker clients (sold separately) to enjoy music in other parts of the home.<\/p>\n

Additionally, the model includes Sony\u2019s Entertainment Database Browser with Gracenote technology to access disc cover art, actor, and production information, as well as IP Content Noise Reduction technology and Precision Cinema HD Upscaling to improve standard definition and web video quality.<\/p>\n

Compatible with DLNA devices, the model also includes a front USB input for photo, music, and video playback. It is decodes all advanced audio codecs including Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Master Audio.<\/p>\n

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Sony BDV-HZ970W Blu-ray Home Theater<\/p><\/div>\n

The BDV-E770W is a 1000 watt, 5.1 channel Blu-ray Disc home theater system that connects to the Internet wirelessly with the included USB wireless LAN adapter (802.11), allowing easy access to entertainment from the BRAVIA Internet Video platform and BD-LIVE functionality.<\/p>\n

Other features include:<\/p>\n

\u2022 DVD, CD, and SA-CD playback<\/p>\n

\u2022 Integrated S-AIR wireless rear speakers<\/p>\n

\u2022 Entertainment Database Browser with Gracenote technology<\/p>\n

\u2022 BD Remote (iPhone\/iPod touch BD Remote Control application)<\/p>\n

\u2022 DLNA functionality (firmware update required)<\/p>\n

\u2022 Photo, music, and video playback via USB and DLNA<\/p>\n

\u2022 iPod audio playback via USB<\/p>\n

\u2022 DVD Upscaling to near high definition with Precision Cinema HD Upscaling<\/p>\n

\u2022 Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Master Audio decoding<\/p>\n

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Sony BDV-E770W Blu-ray Home Theater<\/p><\/div>\n

Sony\u2019s BDV-E570 full HD 1080p Blu-ray Disc 5.1 channel home theater system also offers access to entertainment from the BRAVIA Internet Video platform and BD-LIVE functionality via an included USB wireless LAN adapter.<\/p>\n

This 1000 watt system also offers:<\/p>\n

\u2022 DVD, CD, and SA-CD playback<\/p>\n

\u2022 Entertainment Database Browser with Gracenote technology<\/p>\n

\u2022 BD Remote (iPhone\/iPod touch BD Remote Control application)<\/p>\n

\u2022 Photo, music, and video playback via USB and DLNA<\/p>\n

\u2022 iPod audio playback via USB<\/p>\n

\u2022 S-Air ready (with addition of optional transmitter, sold separately)<\/p>\n

\u2022 DVD Upscaling to near high definition with Precision Cinema HD Upscaling<\/p>\n

\u2022 Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Master Audio decoding<\/p>\n

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Sony BDV-E570 Blu-ray Home Theater<\/p><\/div>\n

Home Theater Audio System
\nSony also announced the HT-SS370 5.1 channel home theater audio system with Blu-ray Disc player matching design. The 1000 watt model includes a HDMI repeater (3 inputs\/1 output), allowing users to send HDMI signals through the device even when it is off.<\/p>\n

The model, which is available this spring, is S-AIR ready and can send wireless audio signals to rear surround speakers or multi-room speakers (sold separately) when an optional transmitter (sold separately) is added.<\/p>\n

The HT-SS370 also features linear PCM decoding and two digital audio inputs.<\/p>\n

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Sony HT-SS370 Blu-ray Home Theater<\/p><\/div>\n

All new Blu-ray Disc players and home theater systems will be available at Sony Style stores, online at http:\/\/www.sonystyle.com, at military base exchanges, and at authorized retailers nationwide.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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