Do you have to update blu-ray players?

Question

Ok so my mom gave my step dad my ps3 because his blu ray needs an update and he's too lazy to update it so he threw it away and took my ps3. So, for father's day I want to buy him on. Are there any Blu-Rays that don't need to be updated? I need help... FAST!

Answer 1

Yes, Blu-ray players need to be updated. The PS3 is one of the easiest players to update. You can set it with wireless to get the update. There are players available that do not require updates. The only issue with these players is they are not the greatest. One of these players is a Magnavox NB500MG1F. http://www.amazon.com/Magnavox-Blu-Ray-Disc-Player-NB500MG1F/dp/B002YZ3J0W

Answer 2

Simple answer ... yes, it will be part of living with Blu-ray. But put this in perspective. Having the ability to update firmware (which is what you are doing), is analogous to updating computer software to a newer version: It allows for bugs to be fixed and new features to be added. In other words, it's basically a good thing (and it's common in many types of consumer devices ... and would be nice to have in some that don't allow for it!). That said, it can be an annoying process (different companies use different procedures ... and some are easier than others), AND it is always a bit risky (You can end up with a non-functional device if the update process is interrupted). Why are firmware updates needed? As said, it is mainly to fix bugs and introduce new capabilities. But in the case of Blu-ray players it is sometimes for a third (kinda) reason: to allow disks with new features to be recognized and played. The problem is that the player is made by an equipment manufacturer, while the disks are made by movie studios. And there is no set standard for what/how the disks are designed. While the movie will generally play fine, the "extras" are getting increasingly complex, and since they are programmed (similar to computer software) in Java they can confuse the player if it wasn't designed for all the features. This, in essence, causes the player to stop and the disk won't play. Firmware updates can fix the problem, but the player manufacturer can't release an update until it discovers the issue and develops a fix. S0 .... providing provision for firmware updates is a good thing overall, but you want to have a product from a company that makes the process as simple as possible (e.g. internet based is arguably preferable to USB which in turn is preferable to CD-ROM). Finally, you want a model of player that is strongly supported so that updates are released quickly to address new issues. Finally, studios need to be cognizant of the potential issues of overly complex new releases. After all, even if the disk plays, all the extras and features can slow down disk loading (e.g. while extras download from a website) and generally annoy many consumers who just want to watch the movie. Hope that helps.

Answer 3

Updating the firmware/software/whateveryoucallitware is not that big a deal. Many Blu-Ray players (and the PS3) are WiFi enabled so if you have WiFi at home, it pretty much does it on command. Other players, you just go to the manufacturer's website, download the appropriate file to a CD-R and then upload it from that.



No big deal and this way your player keeps up with the discs.

Answer 4

Magnavox Nb500mg1f Firmware Update

Answer 5

Yes, sad to say all blue ray players do need software updates - some of them need one as soon as you open the box. The problem is that if you try to play certain blue ray discs, the player will say "software updated needed" or whatever. You then need to follow the instructions with the player to get that update.



It is a pain and one of the little secrets about blue ray that they do not tell you about at the store.