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Streaming services like Netflix and Amazon may be leading the race for how we consume movies and TV shows these days, but the benefits of
physical media and watching it on the best Blu-ray player you can find are still clear.Whether it's the uncompressed video quality and the
additional special features of a Blu-ray disc you're after, or are looking upscale standard definition content or 1080p content to Full HD
or 4K respectively, a great Blu-ray player can deliver a truly cinematic experience.There are a few things to consider when looking at
options around Blu-ray players
Unlike DVD players, it's a format specialising in content of at least a Full HD resolution
But what TV will you be pairing it up with If it's a 1080p screen, then a standard Blu-ray player would do the trick
But if you've got a UHD display, to get the best out of it you'll want a 4K Blu-ray player, too.With this being an overarching look at the
Blu-ray market, you'll find both 1080p and 4K Blu-ray decks here
If you're specifically on the hunt for a 4K deck, read our dedicated 4K Blu-ray player round-up instead.Beyond image quality, there are
other extras to consider, too
Do you want to be able to watch 3D films How about stream Netflix or Amazon directly from the player itself Or upscale your DVDs to a higher
These optional extras are tempting, but they'll often cost you extra.If you still need help narrowing down which deck to choose, browse our
pictures and 4K upscaling Simple GUIExcellent 4K upscalingLacks must-have appsPoor remoteThe Panasonic DMP-BDT360 is a classic mid-range
option that will suit those still clinging onto 3D, even though most have lost interest at this point
You just plug a USB drive into the front socket
The poor remote and a fairly basic smart TV system are the downsides, but overall this deck is good value.If you can't find this exact model
on sale, consider the Panasonic DMP-BDT380, which offers similar features.Read the full review: Panasonic DMP-BDT360Sony BDP-S6700Faultless
Blu-ray images for an unbelievable price Excellent Blu-ray imagesDual core processorAverage build qualityCumbersome BluetoothThe Sony
BDP-S6700 is one of the smaller Blu-ray players, which is handy if you don't want the area around your TV cluttered-up with big black boxes
interface let you stream directly from YouTube, Netflix, Amazon Video and catch-up services
You can also connect to wireless speakers and headphones using Bluetooth.Bad bits Like other low-cost decks the Sony BDP-S6700's build is
Audiophile-grade music playbackImpressive 4K upscalingDoesn't support 4K UHD Blu-rayThe Sony UHP-H1 is one of the few remaining high-end
But you'll find it sold online for well under its initial RRP.Its image quality is outstanding, and there's 4K upscaling for those who
have made the 4K TV upgrade
The Sony UHP-H1 is also a great audio player, with support for Hi-Res audio files over USB, SACDs and even DVD-A
curvy TVsGreat 4K pictureStriking curved designNo 3DNo Dolby VisionThe Samsung UBD-M9500 4K Blu-ray player now cost just half it's
Sure, curved TVs are now a little passe, but it's a refreshing change from the standard black rectangle.One of the UBD-M9500's 's
pecial moves' is downscaling of HDR discs and content to get you some of the benefit of HDR on a non-HDR TV
review:Samsung UBD-M9500Panasonic DMP-UB700The best bang for buck 4K UHD Blu-ray performanceOutstanding picture performanceHi-Res Audio file
playback4K Netflix and Amazon onboardNot as pretty as the DMP-UB900The DMP-UB700 is Panasonic's mid-price 4K Blu-ray player
to the main course of excellent 4K Blu-ray playback
Netflix, BBC iPlayer and Amazon Prime Video
The other negative to note is that its build isn't quite at the level of the Panasonic DMP-UB900, lacking proper vibration-isolating
Amazon on boardFirst-class audio CD playbackClunky UINot the best valueThe Pansaonic DMP-UB900 will restore you faith in physical media
In full 4K HDR guise it offers a level of performance that will have new 4K TV owners gasping
Ultra-HD Blu-ray brings the experience of 4K digital cinema to the home, and rewards you with brilliant colour fidelity, deep contrast and
almost three-dimensional clarity.Factor in solid file playback support, plus 4K iterations of Netflix and Amazon Instant Video, and you have
a machine that'll make your new 4K HDR TV look sensational
For a better value, however, take a look at the DMP-UB700.Read the full review:Panasonic DMP-UB900Panasonic DMP-BDT360Sony BDP-S6700Sony
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