subject: Selecting A Blu-ray Player [print this page] As you upgrade your television entertainment system to high definition, there is more to it than just buying a new TV. If you truly want to go fully high definition for all entertainment, you will want to consider adding a Blu-Ray DVD player to your system for your movie viewing pleasure. With this device and the Blu-Ray version of a movie, you get all the benefits of watching a movie at home, with the added enjoyment of high definition.
Much like satellite television options, such as the Dish Network, Blu-Ray looks great in high-definition and can really sparkle on a good set. Many Blu-Ray players also have special optimization features that will allow you to calibrate your HDTV, so that the Blu-Ray you are watching looks as good as possible.
The market for Blu-Ray players is potentially nothing short of gigantic. With this in mind, it should not come as too much of a surprise that there are many different Blu-Ray players on the market. Of course, the quality and available options can vary dramatically.
As you evaluate Blu-Ray players, it is important to think about how you will use the player now and into the future. This can help you determine just which of the available features you want in the player you select. Keep in mind that each feature you choose will likely raise the price of the player, so you must balance your budget against what features you absolutely must have.
Whether you need these extra features is purely up to you and what your usage requirements will be over the life of the Blu-Ray player. With prices on these devices falling, it is easier today to afford the extra features if you believe you will use them. Two of the most common extra features on many players today are the ability to stream video through your Blu-Ray player to your television, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
If someone in your family is a video game player, and you own a current Sony Playstation 3 system, then your search for a Blu-Ray player could be over. The Playstation 3 gaming system has a Blu-Ray player imbedded in it, as well as the ability to connect to the Internet, and to Netflix for video streaming. If you are able to schedule your movie watching around the video game playing, you could already own an all-in-one solution. If you don't own a Playstation 3, but are considering purchasing one, then keep in mind that it could be your Blu-Ray player as well.
