Field Of Streams: Amazon Instant Video Enters The 4K Ultra HD Era
"We want to deliver the best entertainment experience, and offering Ultra HD movies and TV shows raises the bar on quality and innovation that customers have come to expect from Amazon," said Michael Paull, Vice President, Amazon Digital Video. "We’re also excited that Ultra HD is the latest benefit of the Amazon Prime membership, giving members instant access to great movies and TV shows in a premium picture resolution at no additional cost."
Amazon doesn't have a huge catalog of 4K videos just yet, though it will grow over time. For now, the selection is rather small and includes movies like Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Funny Girl, Hitch, and Philadelphia, along with TV shows and Amazon Original Series like the sophomore season of Alpha House and a few other offerings.
Of course, to enjoy Amazon's video content in 4K, you'll also need a 4K-capable display. The good news there is if you're in the market for a 4K television, they're not priced out of the stratosphere like they once were -- for example, $500 gets you a 39-inch Seiki brand 4K Ultra HD TV.