Sony BDP-S780 BluRay Player Review

Despite the countless number of Blu Ray DVD player models available, the Sony S780 continues to stand out with its unsurpassed range of features. Among these are 3D, Wi-Fi, and media streaming capabilities, all of which are still not that common in this product category. It should serve casual buyers and serious home theater enthusiasts equally well.

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Build and Design
At first glance, the Sony S780 looks just like a typical disc player, though perhaps a little larger than most. At the front of the player are the control buttons and a USB port for thumb drives. At the back are the various audio and video ports, an Ethernet cable connection, and a secondary USB port.

This Blu Ray DVD player measures 16.9” x 7.5” x 1.6”. It comes with a highly functional remote control to enable every feature of this device. Despite the number of buttons, the layout makes it fairly simple to operate through the usual number pad, playback, and navigation controls. Alternatively, Android and iPhone users can download an app that will enable them to use their phone as remote control.

Specifications
The Sony S780 has it all. It is a multi region Blu ray player and DVD player as well. It can read 3D movies with excellent rendering, access the local network through Wi-Fi, and browse through Internet videos like Youtube, Hulu, Netflix, Pandora, and similar services. While it doesn’t have Google TV, Sony’s XrossMediaBar fills its shoes quite nicely. The menus are intuitive and quick to follow.

The Sony S780 supports 3D up-scaling which means that regular 2D movies can be viewed with 3D effects. It can read several different formats including BD-Live discs. Having the player go online lets the owner use Skype such that the other person can be viewed on a large television screen. A compatible webcam can be attached to allow two-way interaction.

Operation
The Sony S780 is a reliable device that can be controlled just like most players through a bundled remote. Other people might find that controlling it through their phone or iPad is a bit more enjoyable and convenient. The player has a powerful processor that plays media extremely well and is quick to respond to user commands. Loading Blu ray discs can take a while but it is still faster than most on the market.

Benefits
Users who demand nothing but the best should not settle for anything less than the Sony S780. It has all the connectivity options for various cables, auxiliary devices, and the Internet. It is the ideal companion for a high fidelity audio system for a truly inspired home theater experience. Nothing else in the market comes close to the Sony S780 in terms of speed and features. With this device, owners will surely be able to enjoy top of line cinema right in their own living rooms for years to come.