The Sony BDP-S580 3D Blu-ray Disc Player (Black) is a full-featured multi-format disc player that fits everything into a 2" high compact package. Fully prepared for the future, it also supports playback of 3D content.
Many Blu-ray discs are encoded in 3D, and this player has what it takes to deliver these wraparound visuals in crisp, clear full HD 1080p, along with the necessary 3D accessories and a 3D-ready display. The integrated 24p True Cinema mode (24 frames per second) means you'll enjoy a cinema-quality experience more like what you see at the movies.
Built-in Wi-Fi means this player works with your home network internet connection so you can start taking advantage of everything this exceptional player has to offer. Once you're connected, you can get access to its online streaming capabilities and see online movies, videos, TV shows and sports. Get access to the Netflix movie database (with subscription), hundreds of videos on demand from HuluPlus, and create a customized radio station with Pandora. Clearly, this player can keep you entertained even before playing any of your favorite discs.
In addition to its connectivity features, it can support a variety of disc formats including Blu-ray (both standard and 3D), DVD and music CDs. With integrated IP noise reduction, you can see your DVDs in enhanced definition, as well as higher quality videos streamed from the internet.
Gracenote metadata service gives you additional information at your fingertips, offering more information related to movies you watch and letting you search across selected internet applications. The unit can be controlled remotely from your iPhone, iPad or compatible Android mobile device simply by downloading a free app, so you won't even need to reach for the remote.
Two USB ports give you additional connectivity options, as you can simply connect a USB flash memory drive to the front port without reaching to the back of the unit to display photos or videos on your TV and enjoy music files. You can even display slideshows with music from CDs or USB storage, and stream in 3D from your camcorder.
When playing discs, the BD-PS580 offers a quick loading and quick starting single disc tray that gives you instant access to your favorite movies and music. All of these features and connectivity options are packed tightly into a slim chassis, making for an ideal addition to any home entertainment setup in any room of the house. If you're looking for built-in Wi-Fi, online streaming capabilities with 3D 1080p playback support, this multi-functional disc player is a smart choice for your home theater.