The End of Blu-Ray Players From Sony?

The End of Blu-ray Players From Sony?

Reports circulating in late October 2026 indicate that Sony may be winding down production of its last remaining standalone 4K Blu-ray player, the UBP-X700K (also referred to as UBP-X700/K). Japanese retailer and Sony-focused site Kunkoku first highlighted the development, stating that shipments of the player had ended in Japan around October 22. Sony’s official Japanese […]

Sony's final 4K Blu-ray player listed as out of stock in Japan, firm may be preparing to abandon standalone players — retailers reportedly told not to expect new stock of its remaining model

Sony may be preparing to abandon the standalone 4K Blu-ray player market after retailers in Japan reportedly stopped expecting new shipments of its final remaining model, the UBP-X700K. The company has not confirmed a worldwide withdrawal, and the player remains listed in the U.S. However, Sony's retreat from other physical media products, alongside exits by Oppo, Samsung, LG, and Reavon, raises further questions about the future of dedicated di…