Sony have officially announced their new BRAVIA HDTVs, the ZX5 series, complete with high-end features including a 240Hz “Flow Motion”, an integrated wireless streaming and an edge-mounted LED backlighting. Measuring at just 16.6mm (52-inch) or 15.8mm (46-inch) thick, the BRAVIA ZX5 also has four HDMI ports, a USB, both ethernet and a telephone port (for the integrated modem), an optical digital out, PC and S-Video, and two 10W speakers. The ZX5 range will initially be available in 46- and 52-inch sizes, both supporting 1080p. The Sony BRAVIA ZX5 will be released in Japan in November 2009. [Slashgear]
Weighing at only 221grams, the Sony XDV-S700 Bravia 1Seg portable TV boasts a 5-inch widescreen display with a WQVGA resolution and a 2GB of Internal memory allowing you to record up to 15-hours of video. The gadget also features a new Stamina Mode allowing you to watch continuously 6.5-hours of TV program live with your 1Seg TV Tuner or 8-hours of continuous video playback or up to 27-hours of continuous FM Stereo radio. No info on pricing so far. [Akihabara]
Sony has added a new HDTV to its BRAVIA television range with the introduction of Z5500 LCD HDTV, which incorporates the Motionflow 200Hz and Image Blur Reduction technology. The Z5500 series is available in 40-inch, 46-inch and 52-inch models, all models features Sony’s BRAVIA engine 3 and comes with the AppliCast that lets you access an exciting range of online services without having to switch on your PC. The Z5500 is also DLNA certified, allowing it to be seamlessly networked via the built-in Ethernet port with other DLNA enabled devices within the home. [Product Page via ItechNews]
Sony promises Bravia VPL-HW10 HD SXRD to be full 1080p HD projector that offers high quality cinematic experience within consumer’s financial reach. This LCD projector features triple-panel Sony SXRD (Silicon X-tal Reflective Display) and 8-stage image processing by the renowned BRAVIA ENGINE 2. Moreover, the VPL-HW10 is equipped with the All Range Crisp Focus (ARC-F) lens which offers a 1.6x manual zoom and both vertical and horizontal adjustment, making it easy to set the projector up and achieve a good picture, regardless of the device’s actual position. The Sony Bravia VPL-HW10 will retail at an unconfirmed $3,000 pricetag. We’ll keep you posted for more. [Pocket-Lint]
The Sony BRAVIA Wireless HD Video Link DMX-WL1T Module is a two-piece system that transmits uncompressed 1080i HD video and audio to a Sony DMex compatible BRAVIA HDTV, although the three IR Blaster ports located on the back of the device makes it seem that you will be able to control other third-party devices. Featuring four HDMI inputs, one component input, one digital audio input, and a stereo analog input, this device hopefully will support just about any home theater configuration. This will eliminate the hassle of in-wall wiring and multiple remotes. This product will debut in September or October, with rumor of price in the range of $350 – $500. [SonyInsider]
The Sony X4500 series is Sony’s latest top of the range flagship Bravia model. The X4500 series is available in 40″, 46″ and 55″ sizes. All X4500 models feature Sony’s latest Bravia Engine 2 that reduces noise, boosts colour ranges, smooth motion and the contrast for deep blacks. They also come with DRC 3.0 (Digital Reality Creation) with advanced up-conversion technology to provide amazing results on the 1080p screen by enhancing the amount of pixels from non-HD sources such as DVD and analog TV. Pretty cool function allowing smooth transition to Hi-Def, the fact that i still got most of my movies in DVD format. We still have no word on 40″ model price, but 46″ priced for $4999, and 55″ for $6999. [HDTVLounge]
Sony has announced the drop of their new BRAVIA XDV-D500 portable TV. The XDV-D500 comes with a 3″ widescreen 432 x 240 pixel resolution display, 160-degree viewing angle, DMB TV, AM/FM Tuner, 2GB of internal memory, 8-hours battery life for TV reception, and 18 hours for FM radio and 22 hours for AM radio. $355
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by Nicole on January 15, 2008
Sony will released their new B4000 series this quarter. Every model includes virtual surround sound, Sony’s trademark “BRAVIA Engine,” dual HDMI ports, and integrated Freeview digital TV tuners, your choice of white and mocha. Unfortunately this series is only available in Europe right now. No word on release dates or pricing.
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