The only 4K Blu-ray player I use to test TVs is getting a huge price hike — but you can still pick it up at its lower price right now
Alas, my favorite 4K Blu-ray player is the latest device to get more expensive.According to the brand’s official listing, the Panasonic DP-UB820 is officially $649 — up about $100 from its price just a few short weeks ago. It also supports high-resolution audio.View DealWith an ever-shrinking list of options, the UB820 is arguably the best 4K Blu-ray player still standing. That means it should have a place in your home if you care about physical media and don't already own a proper player.For a while, I relied on my Xbox Series X to play discs at home.
- ▪Alas, my favorite 4K Blu-ray player is the latest device to get more expensive.According to the brand’s official listing, the Panasonic DP-UB820 is officially $649 — up about $100 from its price just a few short weeks ago.
- ▪It also supports high-resolution audio.View DealWith an ever-shrinking list of options, the UB820 is arguably the best 4K Blu-ray player still standing.
- ▪That means it should have a place in your home if you care about physical media and don't already own a proper player.For a while, I relied on my Xbox Series X to play discs at home.
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TVs The only 4K Blu-ray player I use to test TVs is getting a huge price hike — but you can still pick it up at its lower price right now Deals By Michael Desjardin Published 13 September 2026 It's the best 4K Blu-ray player still standing When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Panasonic) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Across various industries, gadgets, gizmos and appliances are going up in price while people like you and me are taking it on the chin.
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