More 3D Blu-Ray Players Than Non-3D In Japan

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Jan 18 2011, 5:20pm CST | by Mark Raby

More 3D Blu-Ray Players Than Non-3D In Japan

Japan is always looked to as being ahead of the curve in technology, and the latest advancement in home entertainment is no exception. While we're still scrambling to get people interested in 3D tech here in the states, Japan is already shipping more than half of its Blu-ray player supply with 3D-enabled units.

The technology-forward country now has more 3D-enabled Blu-ray players than non-3D players, according to a report from local research firm BCN.

The firm says about 57% of the Blu-ray players shipped in Japan are now 3D-ready. That's an enormous increase from just 6.7% last September.

In Japan, Blu-ray players without 3D cost around the equivalent of $600. Those with 3D technology are at least 30% more than that, or $900. Here in the US, it's possible to get a Blu-ray player for around $100, while 3D players will run as high as $300. So unlike in Japan where the premium is about 30%, in America it's more like 300%. That would explain why the adoption rate is so sluggish over here.

Japan is latching on to 3D at a faster pace than us, but not overwhelmingly so. The country has the same concerns as everyone else, including the lack of comfort in wearing 3D glasses and cost associated with buying those glasses.

Nevertheless, the market seems to be doing well enough over there such that the 3D side of things is overpowering the non-3D side. That's encouraging for manufacturers that have poured countless resources into making the leap to 3D.

Via Electronista

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Mark Raby
Based in New York City, Mark follows the consumer electronics industry like a hawk. A published book author, he has a particular affinity for 3D technology and video games, and as such will surely be in the market for a new pair of glasses soon. Mark can be contacted directly at mark@i4u.com.