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Testseek.com have collected 20 expert reviews of the Sony BDP-S780 and the average rating is 83%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Sony BDP-S780.
Award: Highest Rated November 2011
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The editors liked

  • Fast loading times
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
  • 3D Support
  • Plenty of streaming media services
  • Extra 3D settings improve quality
  • Great Internet app selection includes Web browser
  • Useful smartphone remote-control app
  • Easy Setup
  • Built In WiFi connectivity
  • Lots of Network Apps
  • Including SKYPE
  • 3D Upconversion
  • Fast Operation

The editors didn't like

  • Video processing issues cause tearing in fast motion footage
  • Browser lacks Flash
  • Hulu Plus and Netflix require Sony membership
  • Considerable usability problems
  • Expensive
  • No Dual Output for HDMI
  • Relatively standard build Quality
  • No Backlit Remote

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  Published: 2012-04-20, Author: Kyle , review by: examiner.com

  • Abstract:  The S780's body is elegant and simple, nearly identical to the other Blu-ray players in Sony's line-up. At 1.6 by 16.9 by 7.5 inches (HWD), the player is just slightly larger than Sony's low-end player, the BDP-S380. The front panel is almost completely f...

 
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  Published: 2011-11-28, review by: techreviewsource.com

  • Abstract:  The Sony BDP-S780 measures 17 x 7.8 x 1.8-inches (wdh) and has the standard black body that will blend into any home theater setting. When you setup the player for the first time, a setup wizard will appear and guide you through some steps, but it le...

 
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  Published: 2011-11-22, review by: pcworld.com_techhive.com

  • Extra 3D settings improve quality, Great Internet app selection includes Web browser, Useful smartphone remote-control app, Great Internet app selection includes Web browser, Useful smartphone remote-control app, Extra 3D settings improve quality
  • Browser lacks Flash, Hulu Plus and Netflix require Sony membership, Browser lacks Flash, Considerable usability problems, Expensive, Considerable usability problems, Hulu Plus and Netflix require Sony membership
  • The Sony BDP-S780 offers a wide selection of Internet-streamed entertainment, but makes some curious compromises. Its 3D settings can improve stereoscopic viewing. But the $230 price may be a painful trade-off for this model's capabilities. Sony BDP-S...

 
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  Published: 2011-11-06, review by: audioholics.com

  • Easy Setup, Built In WiFi connectivity, Lots of Network Apps, Including SKYPE, 3D Upconversion, Fast Operation,
  • No Dual Output for HDMI, Relatively standard build Quality, No Backlit Remote
  • After going through all the features and setup options this Blu-ray player offers and really diving into the network functions, I can say that the Sony BDP-S780 would be a great addition to any home theater or video system that is in need for an upgra...

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  Published: 2011-09-01, review by: pcmag.com

  • Fast loading times, Built-in Wi-Fi, 3D Support, Plenty of streaming media services,
  • Video processing issues cause tearing in fast motion footage,
  • The Sony BDP-S780 is a blazing-fast, full-featured Blu-ray player, but its video issues hold it back from being truly excellent. ...

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  Published: 2011-11-23, Author: Lincoln , review by: goodgearguide.com.au

  • Useful smartphone remote-control app, Great Internet app selection includes Web browser, Extra 3D settings improve quality
  • Expensive, Considerable usability problems, Browser lacks Flash
  • The Sony BDP-S780 offers a wide selection of Internet-streamed entertainment, but makes some curious compromises. Its 3D settings can improve stereoscopic viewing. But the US$230 price may be a painful trade-off for this model's capabilities...

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  Published: 2012-06-01, review by: evogadget.com

  • In our opinion, the Sony BDP-S780 is definitely worth the money, thanks to its amazing speed, good features and superb performance both when it comes to 2D as well as 3D....

 
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  Published: 2012-03-19, review by: digitalversus.com

  • Highend design, Two USB ports, WiFi, Welldesigned XrossMediaBar menu, Skype (webcam sold separately) / Web browser, Smartphone control, Media player with good file support, Accurate image
  • 2Dto3D conversion isn't up to much, A little slow to start playing movies
  • The Sony BDP-S780 has got it all! Designed with care on both the inside and the outside, this Blu-ray player is packed with interesting functions, including Skype, a web browser tool, and apps that turn your smartphone into a remote. This five-star Blu...

 
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  Published: 2011-11-24, review by: techadvisor.co.uk

  • The Sony BDP-S780 Blu-ray player takes its 3D imaging and Internet access seriously. But its shortcomings make it seem overpriced. ...

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  Published: 2011-07-15, review by: whathifi.com

  • Lots of functionality, impressive sound and pictures…
  • … though DVDs could be upscaled more smoothly

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