Sony BDP-S580

Sony BDP-S580 3D Blu-ray Disc Player

Sony's home entertainment products aren't always simple Blu-ray players, HDTVs or video game systems; thanks to a consistent, well-designed interface and hearty feature sets, many of the company's mid-range and high-end products are all-in-one devices. They can access online content in addition to their primary purpose, streaming video from Netflix and Youtube, playing music via Pandora, and otherwise offering plenty of bang for your entertainment buck. The Sony BDP-S580 3D Blu-ray Disc Player ($199.99 direct) stands as one of these devices, packing 3D support, a Wi-Fi radio, and plenty of online media services in its slender case. But if you're playing a lot of BD-Live discs, you'll have some long load times to contend with. The S580 is a svelte but solid deck, measuring just 1.4 by 17 by 7.8 inches (HWD) and weighing a sturdy-feeling 3.2 pounds. Its glossy black front is distinguished by a sharp lip along the bottom edge, giving the player an angular look not seen in most home theater components. The lip holds three small Play, Eject, and Stop buttons and a small power light. On the flat black surface of the panel, an LED display and a USB port sit.