Panasonic DMP-BDT110 3D Wifi Ready Blu-ray Player

"Skype me"

Skype has been one of the greatest innovations in tech in the past few decades. It allows you to keep in touch with friends and family across the street or across the globe through IM, telephone, or even video chatting. But until now it's had one major flaw: you have to be at your computer to use it. Panasonic's DMP-BDT110 is changing the story, though, as one of the first Blu-ray players with Skype compatibility. With a separately-purchased compatible camera, you can videochat with those near to your heart from the comfort of your couch — even if they're nowhere near you geographically. A special button on the remote gives you quick access to the Skype menu and incoming ringtones alert you when someone's calling (unless you're watching a Blu-ray). For the times when you're not there, you can record a message on an SD card (sold separately) to greet callers, and they can record a video voice mail on the same card. Having Skype in your home theater may just be the most convenient, comfortable way to keep in touch. One note, though: Depending on your use of Skype, some charges may apply.

An entertainment cornucopia

You'd expect a Blu-ray player to play the Full HD 1080p video and uncompressed audio found on the latest Blu-ray discs, and the Panasonic DMP-BDT110 does. But it also does a whole lot more. For starters, it's 3D capable, so if you have a 3D setup at home, the T110 will let you serve up larger-than life 3D effects. But this device has an advantage over other 3D players: control. Maybe you prefer enhanced depth to gimmicky, pop-out-of-the-screen effects. Well, with the 3D Effect Controller, you can set up your player to provide just that. Better still, 2D to 3D Conversion lets you upgrade your DVDs and 2D Blu-ray discs to artifical 3D. While artificial 3D isn't quite as amazing as its native cousin, it's still incredibly cool to enjoy just about any movie you want in 3D. If you move beyond the discs, the DMP-BT110 has a whole lot more entertainment to offer. With a separately-purchased wireless adapter, this player offers a plethora of additional entertainment options. It's DLNA-compliant, so it can access media from other DLNA devices on your home network, meaning that it can play music, videos, or photos from a lot of computers on the big screen. Of course, you could also play back your personal media using one of the two USB ports or the SD slot. Better still, it's equipped with VIERA CAST, offering you access to content from tons of top providers including Netflix, Vudu, YouTube, Pandora, Picasa, Twitter, Amazon VOD, CinemaNow, Bloomberg, and Fox Sports. Note: some services require additional fees. Put it all together and you've almost got more media than you can handle!

What's in the box?

Included with purchase is the Blu-ray player and the remote.

Comparison Specifications

Wi-fi capable (wireless adapter sold separately)
Skype capability (with internet connection and optional camera)
Skype ringtones while watching TV or movie
Auto-answering video message (recorded on optional SD card) for when you're not there
Video mail recording (onto separate SD card) by callers when you're not there
3-D capable Blu-ray player
2D to artificial 3D upconversion of DVDs and Blu-rays
3D Effects controller lets you fine-tune 3D viewing
VIERA CAST capability with content from top providers including Netflix, YouTube, Pandora, and Twitter
Digital noise reduction