Panasonic and Skype have paired up to deliver voice and video calling on the VIERA CAST-enabled Blu-ray disc players. This allows consumers to make Skype voice and video calls on virtually any HDTV using a Skype-compatible camera.

Three new 3D players have been introduced, the DMP-BDT110, BDT210 and BDT310, alongside a single 2D model, the DMP-BD75.

All three 3D players have access to Panasonic’s VIERA CAST online suite of software, which is where Skype is to be found, and will convert 2D material to 3D.  To improve the conversion quality, Panasonic has added a feature named 3D Effect Controller, which smooths down the effects for a more comfortable viewing experience.

In fact, Panasonic goes to some lengths to explain what makes its 3D performance better than others, mentioning a new UniPhier chip, improved vertical color data from the PHL Reference Chroma Processor and an HDMI Jitter Purifier for better sound quality.

Separating the BDT210 and BDT310 from the entry-level BDT110 is built-in Wi-Fi (the BDT110 needs a USB adaptor) and the ability to use an iPhone as a remote control. All three players will go on sale during the spring, with prices to be announced.