Video Resolution:
1080p/24p
DVD upscaling:
1080p
Audio:
HDMI output: 7.1
Analog output: 2.0
Media:
Blu-ray / DVD / CD
Ethernet: Yes
Wireless: Yes
3D: Yes
Release Date:
February, 2011
3D Blu-ray Disc™ Full HD 1080p playback
3D Blu-ray Disc™ movies in Full HD 1080p. It not only up-scales DVDs to near HD quality, the BDP-S780 allows your DVDs or standard Blu-Ray Disc™ movies to be automatically converted into 3D for play back on your 3D HDTV.
BRAVIA® Internet Video
You can stream a wide range of movies, TV shows, videos and music from a large selection of online services such as: Netflix, Hulu Plus, VUDU, CinemaNow, Amazon on Demand, Twitter, YouTube™, Pandora ™, Slacker® and many more.
Skype capability
Allows you to enjoy video conferencing from your living room using BDP-S780 and the Skype® services.3 All you need to do is plug in a compatible camera and you’re ready to start.
Dolby® TrueHD & dts®-HD internal decoding and bitstream output via HDMI
Both Dolby® TrueHD and dts®-HD (Master Audio and High Resolution Audio) codecs are supported. These audio codecs reproduce high definition sound with 7.1 channels of discrete audio so you can enjoy un-compromised audio.
iPhone®/iPad® and Android™ phone Remote Control
This free download “BD remote” app will turn your iPhone® or iPod touch® into a versatile remote and full Qwerty keyboard for the Blu-ray Player. You will be able to access movie info, search entertainment topics and more.
Gracenote™ Metadata Service with Cross Search
This instantly provides you with access to detailed content regarding the movies you are watching and lets you search across select internet apps, including YouTube™ and Qriocity™, to get additional related entertainment. An internet connection is needed to used this feature.
THE PROS:
The BDP-S780 is Sony’s flagship model for 2011. It seems built to highlight everything Sony blu-rays have to offer. It has many great features including 2D to 3D conversion of DVDs and standard blu-ray discs. It has the convenience of built-in Wi-Fi, access to great streaming online services (Netflix®, YouTube™, HuluPlus™, Pandora), DLNA Certified, USB playback,16 Bit Video Processing, Skype capability, Quick Start/Quick Load, I/P Noise Reduction and much more. There is also added features you may want to take advantage of like, Multi-room Music with Party Streaming™ Mode, Gracenote™ Metadata Service and a free “Media Remote” app.
THE CONS:
2D to 3D conversion is a great feature, but it is a little redundant since most new 3D HDTVs already have this feature. Being the top level model of this years Sony line-up, it is strange the BDP-S780 does not have any internal memory. If you want to download BD-Live data, a USB memory stick is required. (At least 1 GB of memory is recommended to be used)
THE FINAL WORD:
The BDP-S780 is worthy of being called Sony’s flagship model for 2011. Sony has equipped the player with many great features while still maintaining the basic blu-ray functions. That is providing excellent HD images and sound. However, if you are looking for a more basic model without some of the extra features such as Skype or 2D to 3D conversion, then you may want to have a look at Sony’s BDP-S580 model. It is basically the same model without some of the bells and whistles of the BDP-S780, and it is $50.00 cheaper. — Price you should look for when purchasing — Under $250.00
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