![Samsung BD-D6700 3D Blu-ray Disc Player (Silver) [2011 MODEL]](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/313KurpixmL._AC_.jpg)
I've had this player for almost a week now with a dumb 50" seiki UHD TV and have tested most of the available features as of mid 2014 (no 4k blu rays are available yet). This does not mean there is not content available or that this player lacks purpose. On the contrary, the up scaling features on this player are the best I've seen over the past 4 years of owning and setting up a plethora of players. Even 720p content takes on amazing additional life and 1080p content is amazing again.
Since I converted most of my blu ray collection loaded into a plex server I wasn't sure how well the plex app would up convert if at all (the samsung plex app is much better than competitors, second only to roku). Amazingly everything but my windows media center recorded shows are up converted to 4k and Modern Family has never looked so good. Considering my 4k TV is the cheapest on the market this is astounding and gives me hope the 4k transition will occur a lot quicker than 1080p. Blu rays that I own are also incredible with the hobbit looking like it really is 4k with only background details missing from the upconversion.
For actual 4k content available, the only source is the internet and select streaming services Amazon and Netflix.
1.) YouTube 4k videos are great and are much easier than playing all available than from my desktop. These nature and travel videos blew me away making me glad to be an early adopter.
2.) Amazon only has one show in 4k (extant) and I couldn't tell if it was 4k source although there were moments where the images dazzled even if I had little interest in the story.
3.) Netflix was the real let down as their short list of 4k streaming devices (they heavily control this) does not include this device but I am hoping that will change soon. It wax a real pain since I have Verizon and the only time I could really test this despite my more than adequate connection was early in the morning since prime time can't even buy you 480p no matter what tier package you pay them (I used open DNS but it doesn't make a difference)
I'm sure this device will only get better as more content becomes available. I did not bother to test samsung videos for 4k dazzle as I didn't have time for a full length movie this week worth paying through the nose for it. I can recommend this hands down if you have a cheap 4k TV like me and want access to 4k content at the touch of a button beyond your desktop (it's really nice to have both now).
The interface is really easy to use, remote is sharp and responsive, quick boot and load times. all the apps are very snappy except for minor glitches with loading plex and libraries occasionally but no fault of samsung. If you are in the market for a blu ray player you might want to spend the extra coin to future proof your purchase as the 4k wave will probably be doubling its efforts in the coming year....
| Brand Name | SAMSUNG |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 1.1 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 7.7 x 14.2 x 1.6 inches |
| Item model number | BD-H6500 |
| Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. (included) |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Color Name | Black |
| Specification Met | certified frustration-free |
| Special Features | 3D Streaming |
