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JOE.G · 02-25-2011, 05:48 PM

I have a BD 10 A and A BD 55 Both Panasonic. What is out there now that is Good. I have been Following this stuff in a while any suggestions? Thanks

kpkelley · 02-25-2011, 06:33 PM

What is your budget and what features are you looking for?

JOE.G · 02-25-2011, 07:31 PM

Well I am trying to buy TV PS3 and Suround system also. I would like to stay under 300 But will spend more if I need to. I was looking at the Panny 65 and 85 And I also saw a 3D Panny. Is that a feature I should be looking for? I am looking toward the future and want it to last as long as I can make it.

I am looking for a player that will last play movies easily and produce a great picture.

kpkelley · 02-25-2011, 07:43 PM

If you're familiar, and happy with the Panny players that you have, I would suggest sticking with them.

Some features which might influence your decision would be things like Netflix streaming or Amazon Instant Viewing(free for Prime members). Also, would you like wireless networking built-in?

Getting a 3d Blu-ray player would certainly add a level of future-proofing.

The Panasonic BDT100 is in your price and features 3d as well as Amazon and Netflix streaming, but is only wireless ready(requires an adapter). The more expensive BDT300 is just beyond your projected budget, but maybe you get lucky and find one cheaper, has wireless built-in.

Best of luck.

wp34gsh · 02-25-2011, 07:48 PM

in reality you could just not buy a new blu ray player if you intend to buy a PS3 anyways, it has the blu ray, wifi, and is even now 3d capable, i dont own one myself, but a lot of people state its still one of the best blu ray players on the market

plus, you could add the 300 from not buying a seaprate blu ray and add it to yuor tv or surround sound budget

JOE.G · 02-25-2011, 09:53 PM

I know about the PS 3 But I was planning on putting that up in the Movie Room. and Putting the New Blu Ray Player in the living RM. Does teh 65 and 85 have WirelesS? I need the wireless for Netflix right?

JimSD · 02-25-2011, 10:02 PM

The Panasonic BD85 has wireless. It uses a supplied dongle that plugs into the back for wireless. Since it's in back, no one will see it and it seems to work just as well as a player such as the Sony S570 that has wireless built-in.

JOE.G · 02-25-2011, 10:11 PM

What kind of of adapter would i need to get wireless on the 100? Also I have a two year old samsung plasma. Would 3 D Blu ray work? Would I still need special glasses?

basserx · 02-26-2011, 12:38 AM

If your getting into 3D i would suggest preordering the new Panny BDT210 or 310 with built in wireless depending on what you need. Right now the 310 is right around $200.

JOE.G · 02-27-2011, 04:59 PM

Does teh 310 or any 3 D Blu Ray work just like a standard Blu Ray Player but also Play 3 D Blu Rays Whats the diffrrence between say a BD 85 and the 2109 /310 Series?

02-25-2011, 05:48 PM	#1
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	Looking for a New Blu Ray Player, Need Some Ideas I Only Know Older Panasonic. I have a BD 10 A and A BD 55 Both Panasonic. What is out there now that is Good. I have been Following this stuff in a while any suggestions? Thanks

02-25-2011, 07:48 PM	#5
wp34gsh Senior Member Member since:Nov 2009 Location:Jacksonville, FL. 4K collection:26 Blu-ray collection:156 Digital collection:32 iTunes collection:9 Blu-ray reviews:21	in reality you could just not buy a new blu ray player if you intend to buy a PS3 anyways, it has the blu ray, wifi, and is even now 3d capable, i dont own one myself, but a lot of people state its still one of the best blu ray players on the market plus, you could add the 300 from not buying a seaprate blu ray and add it to yuor tv or surround sound budget Last edited by wp34gsh; 02-25-2011 at 07:49 PM. Reason: i cant type

02-25-2011, 06:33 PM	#2
kpkelley Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Framingham, MA 4K collection:385 Blu-ray collection:2478 Digital collection:113 Blu-ray reviews: 152	What is your budget and what features are you looking for?

02-25-2011, 07:31 PM	#3
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	Well I am trying to buy TV PS3 and Suround system also. I would like to stay under 300 But will spend more if I need to. I was looking at the Panny 65 and 85 And I also saw a 3D Panny. Is that a feature I should be looking for? I am looking toward the future and want it to last as long as I can make it. I am looking for a player that will last play movies easily and produce a great picture.

02-25-2011, 07:43 PM	#4
kpkelley Blu-ray Ninja Top contributor Member since:Aug 2007 Location:Framingham, MA 4K collection:385 Blu-ray collection:2478 Digital collection:113 Blu-ray reviews: 152	If you're familiar, and happy with the Panny players that you have, I would suggest sticking with them. Some features which might influence your decision would be things like Netflix streaming or Amazon Instant Viewing(free for Prime members). Also, would you like wireless networking built-in? Getting a 3d Blu-ray player would certainly add a level of future-proofing. The Panasonic BDT100 is in your price and features 3d as well as Amazon and Netflix streaming, but is only wireless ready(requires an adapter). The more expensive BDT300 is just beyond your projected budget, but maybe you get lucky and find one cheaper, has wireless built-in. Best of luck.

02-25-2011, 09:53 PM	#6
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	I know about the PS 3 But I was planning on putting that up in the Movie Room. and Putting the New Blu Ray Player in the living RM. Does teh 65 and 85 have WirelesS? I need the wireless for Netflix right?

02-25-2011, 10:02 PM	#7
JimSD Expert Member Member since:Sep 2007 Blu-ray collection:109	The Panasonic BD85 has wireless. It uses a supplied dongle that plugs into the back for wireless. Since it's in back, no one will see it and it seems to work just as well as a player such as the Sony S570 that has wireless built-in.

02-25-2011, 10:11 PM	#8
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	What kind of of adapter would i need to get wireless on the 100? Also I have a two year old samsung plasma. Would 3 D Blu ray work? Would I still need special glasses?

02-26-2011, 12:38 AM	#9
basserx Active Member Member since:Feb 2011 Location:Las Vegas Home Theater Gallery:6 Blu-ray collection:67 Trading Score:2	If your getting into 3D i would suggest preordering the new Panny BDT210 or 310 with built in wireless depending on what you need. Right now the 310 is right around $200.

02-27-2011, 04:59 PM	#10
JOE.G Member Member since:Dec 2008 Location:NY	Does teh 310 or any 3 D Blu Ray work just like a standard Blu Ray Player but also Play 3 D Blu Rays Whats the diffrrence between say a BD 85 and the 2109 /310 Series?

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