Denon has added two new 3D-Ready Blu-ray players to its lineup.  The DBP-1611UD and DBP-2011UDCI both offer powerful audio and video features, including Netflix and YouTube streaming, as well as SACD and DVD-Audio compatibility.

The DBP-1611UD should be available in June 2010 at an initial retail price of $399. Check availability on Amazon.com.

The higher-end DBP-2011UDCI should be available in August 2010 at an initial retail price of $799. Check availability on Amazon.com.

Denon Press Release

Mahwah, NJ, April 26, 2010 – Denon Electronics, a premier manufacturer of high-quality home entertainment components celebrating 100 years of innovation and technology leadership in 2010, is providing discriminating consumers the opportunity to enjoy an enriched Blu-ray experience with the addition of two new 3D-Ready Universal Blu-ray players to its lineup. The new models, with expected SRP and availability in parenthesis, include the DBP-2011UDCI (SRP: $799, Aug.) and the DBP-1611UD (SRP: $399, June) that will join Denon’s DBP-4010UDCI (SRP: $1,999) and critically acclaimed DVD-A1UDCI (SRP: $4,499) Universal Blu-ray Disc Players in the company’s line of Blu-ray components, which also includes the S-5BD BD/Receiver (SRP: $1,799), a single-component that combines a 5.1-channel surround sound receiver with an advanced Profile 2.0 Blu-ray player.

3D-Readiness, Ultimate Quality Audio, True “Universal” Players

Denon’s Blu-ray players represent the leading edge in performance and features for the fast-growing high-definition format. The “universal” Blu-ray models provide superior playback of virtually all 5-inch silver discs. To ensure total future-readiness, an upcoming firmware update is scheduled to be available in the fall for 3D capability in the new Blu-ray players. In addition to their ultimate-quality video reproduction, all Denon players reflect the company’s longstanding heritage as an audio leader, offering impeccable high-resolution sonic playback, including DVD-Audio and SACD.

Exciting New Content Opportunities, More On-Board Memory

Both new Universal Denon Blu-ray players provide easy and straightforward access to the Internet, opening up new content and networking opportunities. For instance, both offer Netflix* and YouTube streaming and are DLNA 1.5-certified for audio/video/photo streaming with other DLNA certified products across a network. In addition to their many innovative interactivity features, including built-in BD Live and “Bonus View” functionality, they offer leading-edge Web access features with 1GB** of on-board memory for BD-Live playback and a USB connector for additional external memory for media and BD-Live content. The players are designed to enhance a consumer’s total home entertainment experience with features such as Kodak Picture CD compatibility, as well as DivX HD+, MP3 and WMA playback (all via either recordable DVD/CD or external memory).

Noted Phil Cohn, Sr. Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Denon Electronics: “As we celebrate our centennial this year, Denon is reaffirming our core principle to provide customers with the best possible options for elevating their home entertainment experience. With our new Universal Blu-ray products, we now offer consumers the best that this exciting new format has to offer, delivering all the audio and video power intended by content providers, as well as a greater level of interactivity and Internet access.”

In the new Denon Blu-ray players, ultimate quality audio and video playback is assured. Notably, the new DBP-2011UDCI features inclusion of the very latest Anchor Bay Technologies decoding Engine and Scalar, as well as all-new Burr-Brown 32-Bit, 192-kHz Audio DACs on all channels for unprecedented high-definition audio playback. For ultimate-quality image resolution, both new players feature HDMI v1.4a outputs with 3D and CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) capability and 36-Bit Deep Color. Further enhancing performance, they feature independent pathways for interlaced and progressive display, plus the DBP-2011UDCI has a full complement of advanced decoding circuitry, with decoding of all the latest HD audio formats from Dolby and dts.

Not only do both the new Denon models feature the capability to stream content from the Internet, they join all other players in the company’s Universal Blu-ray lineup that are able to utilize their onboard Ethernet ports for BD-Live and firmware update access. Designed as an ideal solution for custom installation, the DBP-2011UDCI includes an RS-232 port for third-party controllers.

Corel is a mainstream provider of computer applications for photo and video solutions, includinng WinDVD Pro.  The company recently announced the development of a WinDVD version that supports 3D Blu-ray playback on PCs.

The new software is expected to be available in 2010, and we should be able to check it out at CES in January.

More details in the press release below.

OTTAWA–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Corel Corporation (NASDAQ:CREL) (TSX:CRE) is working with partners including NVIDIA to offer a stunning 3D-entertainment experience on the PC. Building off the strengths of its renowned Corel® WinDVD® software, Corel today announced that it has developed a prototype 3D Blu-ray playback software application.

Developed in anticipation of the upcoming 3D Blu-ray specification, this new prototype is poised to become a cornerstone of the 3D experience as exciting possibilities emerge with the anticipated growth of PC-driven home theater systems.

“Corel is already a leader in the Blu-ray video market for editing and playback and this WinDVD 3D Blu-ray prototype is our next step in pushing the evolution of PC entertainment,” said Joe Roberts, Executive Vice President, Products for Corel. “Driven by our goal to offer the ultimate video entertainment on the PC, we’re committed to introducing a new playback application that will bring this absorbing and engaging 3D experience to the next generation of home-theater.”

“With 3D Blu-ray on its way to consumers’ living rooms and desktops, we’re pleased that Corel is supporting this exciting emerging standard,” said Phil Eisler, General Manager of 3D Vision Business at NVIDIA. “This new prototype software demonstrates Corel’s leading role in the video space and the tremendous potential for the 3D playback experience when used in conjunction with NVIDIA GPUs and 3D Vision technology.”

Currently available as prototype software to industry partners, Corel expects to make a 3D Blu-ray version of WinDVD® commercially available later next year. Customers and partners can see Corel’s 3D Blu-ray prototype software in action at the NVIDIA booth (#35912, South Hall) at CES 2010.