Lincoln SpectorContributing Editor, PCWorld

When he isn't bicycling, prowling used bookstores, or watching movies, PC World Contributing Editor Lincoln Spector writes about technology and cinema.

Six connected Blu-ray players for any budget

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With Internet streaming picking up steam, Blu-ray players have evolved from simple receptacles for video discs to one of the most convenient ways to add the Internet to your television. After all, as more video entertainment arrives over the Internet, you need an easy way to watch such services (Hulu Plus, Netflix, and others) on your television. Here are six great players to consider.

Sony Internet TV NSZ-GT1

Sony Bravia HX909 LCD TV Series

Mitsubishi 265 Series LCD TV

Review: nine Blu-ray players for home entertainment

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Looking for a Blu-ray player for yourself or as a gift? Here are nine new models reviewed for you tech pleasure.

Panasonic DMP-BD85

Sharp BD-HP90U

Samsung BD-C7900

Toshiba BDX2700

Panasonic DMP-BD65P