The Future is Here: Sony releases its internet-connected Z550 line

Sony is doing some things right these days: It recently announced its net-smart BRAVIA W-Series, and now has a new jewel in their crown: The Z550 line of TVs.

Coming in 40, 46 and 52 inch variations, these fine sets have their newest fancy Motionflow 200Hz technology for ultra-smooth action scenes, their BRAVIA Engine 3, a full HD 1080p panel, an integrated MPEG-4/AVC HD tuner, a power-sipping ‘Energy Saving Switch’ built in and their much-touted AppliCast.

This allows your Sony to connect to a wide variety of internet services, RSS feeds, and other fun net stuff through your TV’s Ethernet connection. Pretty awesome, to say the least. The future we’ve been talking about all this time is finally here.

No word from Sony about pricing or availability in the US, but we’ll keep an eye out for you.