Which Blu-ray player it is best choice for my 38'' Philips HDTV/LCD?

Question

Hi my HDTV it has 2 HDMI output & it is 768P. But my HDTV it could support 1080i. I was looking for a Philips or Sony brand & not that expensive. Thank you!

Answer 1

Well, recognize that at 720p and at that size screen the picture will be -- at best -- only slightly better than a DVD on a good upconverting DVD player. Furthermore, if you sit more than 7 ft from the screen you will lose much of what little difference there is.

Given the much higher cost of hardware and software (the latter vs DVD) and the lack of hardware maturity for Blu-ray players (vs HD DVD which is a stable, mature platform), I question whether Blu-ray is a cost-effective option.

Have you considered HD DVD? The audio and video quality are essentially identical and disks typically have more/better special features because the players can play them. HD DVD diska are also not region coded and not as encumbered with DRM mechanisms which all too frequently prevent Blu-ray disks from playing.

Amazon have HD-A2 and A3 players for under $200 with 10 free disks, and either make an excellent upconverting DVD player (that also plays HD DVD disks). Consider it an "anything but Blu-ray player")

If you really want a Blu-ray player the cheapest is the Samsung BD-P1400 @ ~$280. But note it isn't as good an upconverting palyer as the HD DVD models (for all the DVD you will still be watching given the limited range of HD disks).

EDIT EDIT

Just saw your edit ... you could consider the HD DVD add-on for the Xbox ... about $160 (with free disks).

Answer 2

if you looking for a blu ray player the cheapest thing out there is the ps3.