Pre-orders open in the States later this month
Sony Electronics has confirmed prices and availability, in the US, for its new 4K Ultra High Definition TV sets unveiled at CES in January. The new XBR-55X900A (55-inch) and XBR-65X900A (65-inch) 4K Ultra HD LED TVs will cost $4,999 and $6,999 respectively and will be available for order online and at retail beginning April 21, 2013.
Sony is also announcing its 4K Media Player, the FMP-X1, and video distribution service both industry firsts.
These new models will be arriving in homes just before the summer and are sure to bring the enhanced viewing experience of 4K TV to a whole new audience, said Mike Lucas, senior vice president, Sony Electronics Home Division. Our TVs deliver a vibrant and natural picture that is four-times clearer than high definition. As for content, these new sets enhance all of the video people are watching today, and this summer our 4K media player, followed in fall by the video distribution service will demonstrate how Sony continues to lead in bringing the 4K entertainment experience to viewers.
Starting today, six Sony Store locations will be the first to feature the XBR-55 & 65X900A 4K TVs, offering consumers in-store demonstrations of true 4K and scaled video.
This summer, consumers of Sonys 4K UHD TVs can also purchase the FMP-X1 4K Media Player bundled with 10 feature films and video shorts in true 4K resolution for $699. In the fall of 2013, users of the same 4K Media Player will be given access to a fee-based video distribution service offering a library of 4K titles from Sony Pictures Entertainment and other production houses. The feature films included with purchase of the 4K Media Player are Bad Teacher, Battle: Los Angeles, The Bridge on the River Kwai, The Karate Kid (2010), Salt, Taxi Driver, Thats My Boy, The Amazing Spider-Man, The Other Guys and Total Recall (2012).
To coincide with the availability of Sonys new 4K Ultra HD TVs, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is also bringing to market a lineup of Mastered in 4K Blu-ray Discs. With 1080p high definition picture thats derived from the highest quality 4K source materials with new expanded colour.
As an added bonus, consumers who purchase the XBR-55X900A or XBR-65X900A 4K Ultra HD TV will also receive Spider-Man (2002), Ghostbusters and Angels & Demons Mastered in 4K Blu-ray Discs (while supplies last).
We await UK pricing with interest.
Sony Electronics has confirmed prices and availability, in the US, for its new 4K Ultra High Definition TV sets unveiled at CES in January. The new XBR-55X900A (55-inch) and XBR-65X900A (65-inch) 4K Ultra HD LED TVs will cost $4,999 and $6,999 respectively and will be available for order online and at retail beginning April 21, 2013.
Sony is also announcing its 4K Media Player, the FMP-X1, and video distribution service both industry firsts.
These new models will be arriving in homes just before the summer and are sure to bring the enhanced viewing experience of 4K TV to a whole new audience, said Mike Lucas, senior vice president, Sony Electronics Home Division. Our TVs deliver a vibrant and natural picture that is four-times clearer than high definition. As for content, these new sets enhance all of the video people are watching today, and this summer our 4K media player, followed in fall by the video distribution service will demonstrate how Sony continues to lead in bringing the 4K entertainment experience to viewers.
Starting today, six Sony Store locations will be the first to feature the XBR-55 & 65X900A 4K TVs, offering consumers in-store demonstrations of true 4K and scaled video.
This summer, consumers of Sonys 4K UHD TVs can also purchase the FMP-X1 4K Media Player bundled with 10 feature films and video shorts in true 4K resolution for $699. In the fall of 2013, users of the same 4K Media Player will be given access to a fee-based video distribution service offering a library of 4K titles from Sony Pictures Entertainment and other production houses. The feature films included with purchase of the 4K Media Player are Bad Teacher, Battle: Los Angeles, The Bridge on the River Kwai, The Karate Kid (2010), Salt, Taxi Driver, Thats My Boy, The Amazing Spider-Man, The Other Guys and Total Recall (2012).
To coincide with the availability of Sonys new 4K Ultra HD TVs, Sony Pictures Home Entertainment is also bringing to market a lineup of Mastered in 4K Blu-ray Discs. With 1080p high definition picture thats derived from the highest quality 4K source materials with new expanded colour.
As an added bonus, consumers who purchase the XBR-55X900A or XBR-65X900A 4K Ultra HD TV will also receive Spider-Man (2002), Ghostbusters and Angels & Demons Mastered in 4K Blu-ray Discs (while supplies last).
We await UK pricing with interest.
