about.com Updated: 2011-08-10 05:50:35
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The BH100, is a good first step towards solving the differences between Blu-ray and HD-DVD. However, the BH100 it is not a pancea that will make everyone involved in the Blu-ray/HD-DVD landscape breathe a sigh of relief. The BH-100 is essentially a Blu...
Excellent video quality using HDMI highdefinition output with Bluray Discs and HDDVDs, Very good upscaling capability with standard DVD playback via HDMI output, Fast startup time when compared to other Bluray Disc or HDDVD players, Easy to set up and use...
Cannot access iHD content and menu functions available on HDDVD discs, Cannot play standard Audio CDs. No SACD or DVDAudio Compatibility, Cannot play BDR/RE discs, Defaulted to 1080i HDMI output setting, even though test monitor used was 1080p input cap...
The BH100, is a good first step towards solving the differences between Blu-ray and HD-DVD. However, the BH100 it is not a pancea that will make everyone involved in the Blu-ray/HD-DVD landscape breathe a sigh of relief. The BH-100 is essentially a Blu...
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After Sony were moving on to LG to continue our high-def buffet; and this time we have something even cooler: a combo player. Yes, heres an example of HD DVD and Blu-ray in the same chassis, the release of which I was thrilled to cover back when it r...
Excellent image quality, Fast load times and menu response...
Too expensive!...
After Sony were moving on to LG to continue our high-def buffet; and this time we have something even cooler: a combo player. Yes, heres an example of HD DVD and Blu-ray in the same chassis, the release of which I was thrilled to cover back when it r...
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The BH100 is smaller and quieter than the Blu-ray players we've seen to date, but it's still painfully slow to load discs. It upscales DVDs to 1080i and also plays Blu-ray and HD DVD discs in 1080p at their native 24 frames per second " but this...
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If like us you're sick and tired of the whole HD DVD/Blu-ray disc format war madness currently paralysing what should be a buoyant next-gen video market, LG's BH100 could quite possibly be the answer to your HD prayers. Why? Simply because it's the first...
We guess it's possible to see a small ray of hope in the BH100. After all, it certainly proves that a combi player can deliver good quality video playback from both next-gen formats.However, that ray of hope applies to future products only. For as it stan...
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Howstuffworks.com Updated: 2011-08-10 05:50:37
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On the face of it, a DVD player that plays supports both Blu-ray and HD DVD formats such as the LG BH100 should resolve all the fears about which high definition format is likely to lose the format war and become obsolete within a few years. Since the...
The first dual format Blu-ray and HD DVD player, stunning picture quality, HDMI upscaling...
Lacks support for high definition audio soundtracks, cant play audio CDs, no support for high resolution audio formats; no support for HDi interactive features...
On the face of it, a DVD player that plays supports both Blu-ray and HD DVD formats such as the LG BH100 should resolve all the fears about which high definition format is likely to lose the format war and become obsolete within a few years. Since the...
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homecinemachoice.com Updated: 2011-08-10 05:50:38
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Digitaltrends.com Updated: 2011-08-10 05:50:39
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While the HD format war rages on, some companies are finding innovative and compelling product offerings. Unveiled at the 2007 International CES, the LG "Super Multi Blue" Player (model BH100) is the worlds first dual-format high-definition DVD player...
Plays back both HD DVDs and Blu-ray Discs 1080p screen resolution (in Blu-Ray and HD DVD playback) Easy to use Simplified remote...
Does not have full HD DVD interactive menus and interoperability HDMI version 1.2a, not HDMI version 1.3 Pricey No 1080p upconversion Poor backlight on remote...
LG has come under fire for its introduction of the dual-format high-definition optical disc player. Apparently, some folks are not happy that the player does not include all of the interactive features of a full-blown HD DVD player. I just dont get it...
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Ever since we first learned about the format war between Blu-ray and HD DVD, we’ve been waiting for a player like this: something blessed with a hefty dose of what some AV industry insiders like to call ‘good sense. Daft name, great conceptLG&...
Flexible playback capability. 1080p looks fabulous on either format. Elegant styling and solid build...
Expensive. Can’t play CDs. Lacks the latest version of HDMI. 5.1 only analogue outs...
Great in most ways, frustrating in a few: the Super Multi Blue is a brilliant signpost to the future, and good enough to merit inspection now – but hopefully mark two isn’t far away...
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The so-called high-definition disc-format war between Blu-ray and HD DVD shows no sign of being settled anytime soon. HDTV owners who wish to enjoy the impressive image quality that these formats offer have been forced to choose sides and hope for th...
Plays HD DVD and Blu-ray movies. Supports 1080p24 output via HDMI. Useful and well-crafted on-screen display.
Does not support interactive/online/graphical HD DVD features. Remote is missing a basic HD DVD navigation-control feature. Remotes backlight is essentially useless. No 1080p upconversion. No support for 1080p60 output.
LG delivers the first set-top player that supports HD DVD and Blu-ray movies. But the BH100s HD DVD support is limited to basic playback, as it lacks the formats interactive and online capabilities as well as support for enhanced menu features...
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If, like me, youre not too thrilled about the current format war, youll be happy to know about the LG BH100 Blu-ray Disc and HD DVD player, a $1,200 combo model that can handle both formats. The company calls its unique, peacemaking machine Super Mul...
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Businessweek.com Updated: 2011-08-10 05:50:40
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LG Electronics delivers on its promise to give buyers a player that handles both Blu-ray and HD-DVD formats—beautifully...
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Its more of a Blu-ray deck with limited HD DVD functionality than a true dual-format player Canadians have seemingly ravenous appetites for all things high definition, and that, says electronics manufacturer LG, has prompted the Korean company to sel...
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ultimateavmag.com Updated: 2011-08-10 05:50:41
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Going back to those heady days of wine, roses and Laserdiscs, the general public, if aware at all of LDs existence, would yawn and claim to be interested when a recordable LD is introduced. Of course that never happened and LD is currently residing i...
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Blu-ray and HD DVD in one box. Well, no one saw this coming. We’re not that far into the format war between HD DVD and Blu-ray, and LG has come out with the BH100, a player that plays both formats. So, is that it? Format war over? Hardly. Drag It O...
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futurelooks.com Updated: 2011-08-10 05:50:41
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While consumer electronic titans, Sony and Toshiba, wage war over format royalties, LG Electronics becomes our Switzerland, providing a safe haven for all who wish to experience the awesomeness of high definition movies, without all this silliness ove...
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ign.com
Updated: 2011-08-10 05:50:41
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If youre itching to get your hands on a Blu-ray or HD-DVD player but youre waiting to see which one of the two competing HD video disc formats will be the one that sticks around, keep an eye out for LGs BH100. Dubbed the Super Multi Blue Player (yes...
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