Panasonic announced today pricing and availability of its first-ever line of streaming media players which were unveiled last month at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show. The line-up features two models -- the DMP-MST60 and the DMP-MS10 featuring VIERA Connect and IP VOD respectively.
Panasonic's 3D-capable streaming media player, the MST60, features Panasonic's proprietary connected TV platform, VIERA ConnectTM, which enables owners of VIERA Connect-enabled Blu-ray disc players, streaming media players and home theater systems to turn any TV into a smart TV with access to a wide range of internet-based video-on-demand content and applications covering everything from news and fitness, social networking, music and online shopping and gaming. The MST60 also includes a web browser with cursor for easy maneuvering. It is now available with a suggested retail price of $99.99.
The Panasonic MS10 includes built-in WiFi and contains access to IP VOD, giving users the ability to stream many of their favorite TV shows, movies and music from a variety of popular applications including Netflix, Hulu? Plus, CinemaNow, Vudu, and YouTube?. It is now available with a suggested retail price of $79.99
Both of Panasonic's streaming media players also include external HDD Playback and the MST60 also features a 2D-3D conversion function and Miracast -- a new display mirroring feature which enables users to transfer and display photos, videos, movies, music, and video games from their smartphone and tablet devices (Android 4.2 operating system or higher) to their HDTV screen with the swipe of a finger.
