LG-BD570 Network Blu-ray Player Review (B0036WT1RW)
The LG BD570 Network Blu-Ray Disc™ Player gives you wireless access to NetCast™, which allows you to bring great movies, TV shows, and more from the Internet directly to your TV screen.
You may also upscale your DVDs, and play Blu-Ray Discs in tremendous full 1080p.
Built in Dolby® sound assures you of a great home entertainment experience.
Pros:
One of the strongest points of the device is the ease with which it can be set up.
People love the convenience of connecting to the Internet and home network to watch videos photos or to listen to music, and all this without messing with cables. And less cables means less clutter.
Most users report that it is very easy to operate and it has nice menu layouts. The remote is clear and is easy to use also.
The majority of purchasers relay that they are very satisfied with the sound and video output. Many commentators have said that it plays DVDs better than regular DVD players.
People appreciate that it has been designed to recognise many different file formats (e.g. MP3, MP4, DivX etc.).
One nice feature commented on is it's ability to do a slideshow of up to 2000 pictures per folder while playing music.
Another point that many consumers have commented positively on is the small compact size of the device and its aesthetics.
Cons:
Some users have reported a terrible experience with the wireless connection while many complain about slow streaming.
Some users have mentioned that it does not support all codecs. It was pointed out that the unit cannot read the artist, album, track, cover art, lyrics, or anything else in the MP3 File for display on the TV and that the player won't recognize playlists from a USB Drive
A few users have said that it can be a little slower than other players at loading up discs.
Many report some issues with disc playback, including locking up/freezing/ hanging and skipping.
Some users say that the unit completely failed to play some Blu-ray discs at all.
A number of buyers have complained about the poor build quality of the front door panel and the disc loading tray.
Most individuals who purchased this product agree that it offers great sound and images. It is very easy to connect it to the Internet and the home network through its WiFi facility.
Generally, it streams videos quite well, but a few consumers complain about problems in this area.
Due to its ability to support most file types, once connected to your home network you can view videos and videos and listen to your favourite music. This unit is currently being offered at a very competitive price, which may well be the deciding factor for many shoppers.