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Panasonic DMP-BD65
$119.99
Released April, 2010
The Pros:Upscaling is well rendered, creates detailed near-HD video with DVD content. Looks sleek, not cluttered with a lot of panel buttons that you'll never use. Runs quietly, can't hear the internal mechanisms at work.
The Cons:Some conspicuous missing services in online services - no Pandora, VUDU, Blockbuster Online. No onboard memory, which matters since BD Live requires it, will need to add USB memory stick or SD card. No built-in WiFi - adapter sold separately, but very expensive at $100.
The Panasonic DMP-BD65 is a Blu-ray player set for release in Spring 2010. This player is in the middle of the line in terms of features and functionality out of the upcoming Blu-ray players from Panasonic.
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As the foundation of the system, the player has full 1080p functionality as well as an up-converter that upgrades 480/720p quality closer to 1080p. In addition to Blu-ray input, the player is also capable of displaying movies with an online connection from such services as Netflix and Amazon Video on Demand without connecting to another system or computer. The DMP-BD65 comes wireless capable but the wireless adaptor must be purchased seperately; an e-net connection is also available. PHL Reference Chroma Processor Plus technology is also featured with the player that creates clear, vibrant pictures as close as possible to the original film.
Specifications and Features
- dimensions: TBA
- display: 1080p
- up-converter: 480/720p to 1080p
- audio: 7.1 compatible
- SD Card included
- PHL Reference Chroma Processor Plus
- P4HD technology
- wireless capable; e-net socket
- video display from online sources; Netflix, Youtube
- includes USB port
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Pros & Cons
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upscaling is well rendered, creates detailed near-HD video with DVD content
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looks sleek, not cluttered with a lot of panel buttons that you'll never use
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runs quietly, can't hear the internal mechanisms at work
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low profile, takes up very little cabinet space
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firmware update is automatically detected when connected to the Internet, installs itself with very little hassle
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remote is easy to figure out without instruction, feels comfortable to use
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some conspicuous missing services in online services - no Pandora, VUDU, Blockbuster Online
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no onboard memory, which matters since BD Live requires it, will need to add USB memory stick or SD card
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no built-in WiFi - adapter sold separately, but very expensive at $100
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messy remote control design
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fairly high price at launch
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lacks 7.1 channel analog outputs for use with older receivers
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