Sony Unveil W-Series Bravia HDTV Range Full HD Networked HDTVs

Sony have officially launched their new W-Series of Bravia HDTVs which,
like the previously announced Bravia Z5100 and XBR9 HDTV units, offer
full network connectivity courtesy of integrated Ethernet connections
whilst dropping the aforementioned units high-end panel technology in
order to deliver keener pricing points.

The new Sony W-Series of BRAVIA Engine 3 HDTVs will initially consist of
the 52 KDL-52W5100, 46 KDL-46W5100 and the 40 KDL-40W5100, all of
which feature Sony's Motionflow 120Hz technology, Digital Living Network
Alliance (DLNA) compliance, XrossMediaBar interface and, in terms of
connectivity (aside from the aforementioned Ethernet) come with 4x HDMI
as well as single PC, component, composite and S-video inputs.

Official Sony Press Release:

SONY DEBUTS MORE NETWORKED BRAVIA HDTVS

Models Extend Line-up Featuring BRAVIA Widgets and Other Connected
Features

LAS VEGAS, March 2, 2009 - Bolstering the recently announced 2009 BRAVIA
LCD HDTV line-up, Sony Electronics today announced a series of
additional networked models with full HD 1920 x 1080 progressive (1080p)
resolution. This new W-series adds an economic HDTV option, while
delivering the same interactive functionality as the recently announced
BRAVIA Z5100 and XBR9 models.

The networked models feature an Ethernet connection so the sets can
directly access Sony BRAVIA Internet Video content using an existing
broadband connection. The service offers one of the largest selections
of free and premium movies, TV shows, sports, music and more from an
array of partners like Amazon Video On Demand, YouTube, Yahoo!, Sony
Pictures, Sony Music and many others.

BRAVIA Internet Widgets, provided by the Yahoo! Widget Engine, expand
and personalize the experience by allowing you to interact with your
favorite Internet content like Yahoo News, Video, Finance, and Flickr
while watching TV shows. Track your favorite sports team, check your
stocks, and share photos with friends and family as you watch television.

The 52-inch KDL-52W5100, 46-inch KDL-46W5100 and 40-inch KDL-40W5100
(diagonal) models feature MotionflowTM 120Hz technology for improved
sharpness and detail in fast-moving images. They also feature Sony's
BRAVIA EngineTM 3, which delivers a crystal clear picture even if the
content isn't perfect.

The W-series models are Digital Living Network Alliance (DLNA)
compliant, enabling easy access to digital photos, music and video
stored on a PC or other DLNA server using the XMB interface and the TV's
remote control. They also offer a USB input for displaying digital
photos or playing digital video and audio files from compatible USB
storage devices.

In addition, these models feature:

24p True CinemaTM
XrossMediaBarTM (XMB)with enhanced 3D favorites menu
Internet powered TV Guide Onscreen
BRAVIA SyncTM
BRAVIA Link Compatibility
4 HDMI inputs
Single PC, component, composite and S-video inputs
Designed to match the W5100 series models, the HT-CT500 3.1 channel
sound bar supports features an integrated AV receiver supporting full HD
1080p video and the latest advanced audio codecs. This sound bar theater
system will be available this June for about $500.

The new KDL-52W5100, KDL-46W5100 and KDL-40W5100 networked televisions
will be available this spring direct through www.sonystyle.com and Sony
Style stores, as well as authorized retailers nationwide and military
base exchanges.