Blue Ray Folks Help Me Out!

[Ineffable]

I would like to add that BlueRay isn't just about picture. People underestimate the audio. When we got our BlueRay player we also splurged on a nice surround sound system then watched Silent Hill that night. I can't begin to explain what a difference the HD sound makes.

[z06boy]

Originally Posted by The Chi

I am looking at this basic unit to get the hubby and I into the Blue Ray craze.

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Samsung+...0ray&cp=1&lp=1

Keep in mind, we arent at Tiggers level of perfection electronically (meaning if its simple, works and is easy to use its good for us). We have good tv's and want something that will stream our Netflix account as well as play Blue Ray and DVD's. Is the one I linked a good option for those of you who know these things?

I have this exact model and like it.

Reading the reviews on that website... some did have issues with this model it seems...maybe I'm just lucky.

[the chi]

Hrrmmm, I might think the PS3 would be a good way to go, but we already own 3 XBox's, a Wii and some other junk. I dont think we need ANYMORE gaming stuff.

Originally Posted by z06boy

I have this exact model and like it.

Reading the reviews on that website... some did have issues with this model it seems...maybe I'm just lucky.

Do you have it hard wired for the internet or set up as wireless?

[the chi]

Im adding an additional question.

I can already stream Netflix from my Laptop, but I have to use the HDMI cable. If I have a Samsung TV, and I primarily want to just stream video from my account, would it be better to just get the Samsung Link Stick and plug it into the TV to connect to my network and stream that way?

[Mr Lefty]

buy a PS3... it's the best blu ray player out there... and the only one... last I checked... that is updateable...

[TommyHotWheel]

Originally Posted by eBBs15

buy a PS3... it's the best blu ray player out there... and the only one... last I checked... that is updateable...

This is why I bought a PS3...and you may be able to pick up a used one at Gamestop or somewhere for a bit cheaper.

[Trip]

Originally Posted by eBBs15

buy a PS3... it's the best blu ray player out there... and the only one... last I checked... that is updateable...

Wrong, lots of blu ray players can have their firmware flashed by the end user. Just most people are too stupid to know how to do it. PS3 makes it somewhat stupid proof by doing it for you since it is usually connected to the net.

[Gas Man]

And while the newer PS3 have a nice blue ray. Its no where near "the best one out there". Not even close.

[Apoc]

Originally Posted by Gas Man

And while the newer PS3 have a nice blue ray. Its no where near "the best one out there". Not even close.

Best one out there? no...

Top 5, most definately.

[Gas Man]

Originally Posted by Apoc

Best one out there? no...

Top 5, most definately.

I still wont say that. There are blue rays that cost thousands.

I mean they make dvd players that will outperform a blue ray. You just have to spend the MAJOR coin. The thing is that if you want the higher def beyond standard DVD. You have 2 choices. Either spend huge huge money on a DVD player and buy cheap dvd discs. OR Spend low money now on a blue ray and pay premo price on blue ray discs.

I'm not argueing that the PS3 isn't a good blue ray. I just wouldn't say its the end all. But yes it is a good one.

How come the other systems like Wii doesn't play blue ray?