LaCie LaCinema Black Series Updated [LaCie LaCinema PLAY/ LaCinema RECORD]

Having covered a couple of LaCie’s LaCinema series of HDmedia streamers previously – namely the LaCie LaCinema Black MAX and LaCie LaCinema Classic – we’ve just received word that LaCie has launched two new enhanced LaCinema Black series HD media players/streamers in the form of the LaCinema PLAY and the LaCinema RECORD.

Offering HD media playback and HD media recording (DVR) capabilities respectively, as their names aptly imply, the two new LaCie LaCinema Black Series HD media streamers can either stream content courtesy of direct network connections or by employing integrated WiFi connectivity and as well as offering 1080p Full HD decoding also sport 1080i HD upscaling of standard definition content whilst also offering up support for surround sound via optical audio outputs. Additionally, connectivity-wise, both units also boasts built-in UPnP client players allowing end users to access media from both PCs and Macs throughout there homes with ease.

“Now that families are beginning to consume masses of digital content, they need a multimedia device that will allow them to easily store and play their favorite content right from their existing home entertainment center,” said Patrick Salin, LaCie Multimedia Business Unit Manager. “With LaCinema Black products, users can access media over their network, listen to music, sort photos, record TV programs, and ultimately get the desired experience from their media collection – all from one product.”

Coming with either 500GB or 1TB of onboard (HDD based) storage capacity, LaCie have confirmed that pricing of the LaCinema PLAY and the LaCinema RECORD will start from around $430, however, information concerning specific unit pricing as well as actual dates of availability are yet to surface.

[LaCie]