Toshiba was one of the proponents of the failed HD DVD format. Toshiba is now releasing its first Blu-ray player called the BDX2000. The BDX2000 offers 1080p/24 frames-per-second full HD Video output, a SD Card slot and AVCHD playback. The player also offers support for Dolby True HD and DTS-HD Master Audio. The retail price is $249 and the BDX2000 will arrive in stores in November.
Gadgetwise says the $249 price tag is comparable to other blu-ray players. Wired calls the player as "ordinary as could be."
The launch of a Blu-ray player from Toshiba was not unexpected. Toshiba announced last month that they had applied for membership in the Blu-ray Disc Association.
