Blu ray player

Blu-ray Players

A Blu-ray player is the ultimate device for watching high definition movies providing crystal clear images with its high-definition video and data storage The name blu-ray originates from the blue ray or blue laser used to read the disc. Though often referred to as blue ray DVD players the blu ray player uses a different type of disc capable of storing 50 gigabytes of data or around 6 tomes the amount a DVD player can store on a DVD disc.

Cheap Blu-ray Players

Cheap blu-ray players are now available with a substantial drop in prices in recent months now that the technology has been available for a few years. We compare prices of blu ray players every day so if you're looking for a cheap blu ray player deal you can compare prices from UK retailers in one place to find the best deal. The cheapest blu ray player now costs less than £150 and whilst DVD players are available for much less blu-ray players are set to replace the DVD format so may provide a cost saving in the long run and will certainly provide you with a higher quality of viewing. We're confident that if you are looking for a new blu ray disc player that you will find the cheapest blu ray players with one search on our comparison engine.

Best Blu-ray player

It's hard to say which the best blu-ray player is as new models regularly enter the market. We've included blu ray player reviews so you can see what we think and what other experts think. You can also read the reviews of other customers to help finds the best blu ray player for your budget.

Blu-ray Players History

The blu ray player was the victor in a two way battle between blu ray and HD DVD to develop a standard format for high definition optical discs. A number of companies were involved in an alliance called the Blu-Ray Disc Association which formed to push the blu ray disc as the format of choice. Sony was very heavily involved in this process along with Hitachi, LG, Panasonic, Pioneer, Philips, Sharp, Thomson and Samsung. Blu-ray won out as the preferred format over when Toshiba, the main backer of the HD DVD format announced on February 19th 2008 that it would no longer market or manufacture HD DVD players and recorders. By the end of 2008 over 1,220 blu ray titles were available ion the UK with many more blu ray disc titles being launched every month. If you want to read more about the history behind this technology you can do so at the Wikipedia blue ray player page.

Blu-ray recorders

Much has been talked about blu-ray recorders over the last 18 months and Panasonic are the likely to the first company to release blu-ray recorders in the UK very soon. Blu-ray recorders are likely to start at around £1,000 when then they first launch here. With Sky Plus proving such a success, it's going to take something special for blu-ray recorders to really take off. One thing you can guarantee is that as soon as blu-ray recorders are released in the UK, you'll be able to find the cheapest deals by comparing prices on Bluray Expert.

Why not Blue ray players?

Blue Ray players seemed like a logical name for a high definition player which used a blue ray to play discs. However blu-ray was deemed to sound slightly more futuristic and be a more marketable name than either blue-ray player or blue ray player. Thousands of people still search for blue-ray players rather than using the correct name so there is still some confusion amongst the general public! If we where to be pedantic we could tell you that blu ray players actually use a violet ray to read the disc so it's not technically a blue ray anyway!

Blu-ray News

Improve home entertainment with a good quality Blu Ray player

For those that want to enjoy high quality entertainment in the comfort of their own home a Blu Ray player is an absolute must, and these days there are some very good deals available.

Since the onset of the global credit crisis and the recession many consumers in the UK have had to make severe cutbacks to their monthly outgoings, and for many this has meant having to cut back on going out, holidays, and other luxuries that can cost a small fortune. Many people have now turned to entertainment within the home rather than paying for entertainment by going out, as this helps them to cut back on their regular outgoings.
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Blu Ray home cinema system offers high quality entertainment

Consumers that are looking for high quality viewing and entertainment will be thrilled with the new LG Blu Ray home cinema system, which offers a range of features and facilities.

These days, consumers are far more demanding when it comes to their viewing, and most want really high quality from their viewing equipment. This is why an increasing number of people now opt for Blu Ray over DVD, where you can enjoy high quality viewing and pictures for an exceptional viewing experience.
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Higher Blu Ray disc sales indicate more people embracing this technology

Recent figures have shown that the sale of Blu Ray discs in the UK have been soaring, indicating that a rising number of people now have Blu Ray players.

Whilst many people still have their trusted DVD players to watch the latest movie releases and their favourite series’ more and more people are coming to realise the benefits of Blu Ray. With Blu Ray players viewers are able to watch their movies with crystal clear clarity, with high quality visuals and sound to make their movie experience an outstanding one.
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Sony laptops described as portable laptops

In a recent consumer group review some of the laptops in the Sony Vaio range have been described as portable Blu Ray players thanks to their incorporated Blu-Ray drives.

These days, with the advancements in technology that are available, more and more people are looking to enjoy the experience that comes with Blu Ray players, which offer a superior viewing experience enabling viewers to watch their favourite movies. However, many people are reluctant to buy a Blu Ray player because of the relatively high prices, although these will come down as the technology becomes more widespread.
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Flagship 3D Blu Ray player announced

Technological giant Samsung has announced its flagship 3D Blu Ray player, which is certain to give movie fans a great thrill as they watch their favourite films like never before.

Over the past couple of years 3D movie watching has become increasingly popular, with a range of 3D movies hitting the cinemas across the country and a range of 3D movies being brought out on DVD for people to watch in their own homes with the use of 3D glasses. Even one of the terrestrial television channels ran a 3D weekend last year, where many of its programmes and films were shown in 3D.
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