3M 3D Displays Without Glasses Go Into Mass Production

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3M is already in volume production of auto stereo 3D displays.
The 3M 3D technology is actually an optical film that enables 3D display on LCD panels. the film consists of lenses on one side and prism structures on the other to reflect the corresponding imagery to our eyes to create a 3D effect - without wearing glasses. Read more

Posted on Tue, 3 Nov 2009 07:35:02 CST | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic to Show Full HD 3D Home Theater At Cable-Tec Expo 2009

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Panasonic will demonstrate prototype Full HD 1080p 3D televisions and will exhibit an expanded range of tru2way solutions, including tru2way-based broadband cable set-top boxes and its tru2way-intergrated consumer VIERA HDTVs at this year's Cable-Tec Expo beginning today through October 30th at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver.
Panasonic has already been showing off its 3D TVs since CES 2009. The latest news was in September when Panasonic announced the development of a 50-inch Full HD 3D Plasma HDTV And Active Shutter Glasses.
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Posted on Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Acer Aspire 5738DG 3D Windows 7 Notebook Debuts And Is On Sale

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The new Acer Aspire 5738DG 3D Windows 7 notebook already appeared in Europe, but was officially announced today in the United States. The Aspire 5738DG features the TriDef 3D solution, which includes a 3D screen, software and glasses to enable vibrant 3D visuals.

The new Acer Aspire 5738DG 3D notebook is available on Amazon.com for $779.99 and will start shipping tomorrow when Windows 7 officially launches.
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Posted on Wed, 21 Oct 2009 01:58:14 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

New Sony 360 Degree 3D Prototype Shows Future of Television

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Sony announced a new 3D display prototype that viewers can look at from all sides. Sony calls it therefore a 360 degree 3D display.
The new 3D display will be unveiled this week on October 22nd at the Digital Content Expo 2009 in Tokyo.
The Sony 360 degree 3D display has a diameter of 130mm and is 270mm tall. The resolution of the LED display is only 96x128 pixels, but has 24-bit color depth. Read more

Posted on Mon, 19 Oct 2009 05:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Hitachi Experiments With Laser Micro Projectors For 3D Displays

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Hitachi has shown at the CEATEC an interesting 3D display prototype.
The 10-inch VGA resolution 3D display does not require glasses and uses 16 projectors to create the 3D effect.
TechOn (via 3d-display-info) calls this technology "Full Parallax 3D TV" and it uses the method of Integral Photography with Overlaid Projection to achieve a 3D image that differs depending on the viewers position. Read more

Posted on Thu, 15 Oct 2009 04:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Acer 5738DG 3D Windows 7 Notebook Gets Tested Already

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Acer launched new Windows 7 hardware this week. Yesterday Acer announced, amongst other hardware, the Acer Aspire 5738PG. Here we report about the Acer 5738DG, which is actually a 3D notebook.
Acer announced their new 3D technology called Acer 3D CineReal technology comprised of special coated displays, polarized glasses and triDef 3D Experience software already, you can read about it here. Read more

Posted on Thu, 15 Oct 2009 02:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Samsung 55-inch 3D 240Hz LCD HDTV Prototype Unveiled

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Samsung shows off a new Samsung 55-inch Full HD 3D 240Hz LCD TV in Korea.
Samsung claims that their new 240Hz 3D TV enabling a more natural stereoscopic effect with the shutter glasses viewers need to wear. This new Samsung 3D TV is still a prototype.

In the same announcement Samsung talks about a 52-inch 3D screen that as far as I interpret the Google translation is an autostereo display that would not require any glasses to experience the 3D effect. Read more

Posted on Wed, 14 Oct 2009 11:06:40 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Wiimote Like 3D Motion Controller For Sony PS3 Unveiled By Blaze

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UK based Video Game accessory maker Blaze announces a 3D motion controller for the Sony PS3 that basically resembles a Wiimote.
Blaze highlights that Sega Tennis becomes a whole new ball game when you use the new BLAZE controller to smash your opponent into submission, effortlessly and consistently firing deadly accurate backhands and meteoric volleys.

The BLAZE PS3 Motion Freedom 3D Controller features a directional D-pad, analog stick and the full brace of controls found on the original PS3 control pad. Read more

Posted on Sat, 10 Oct 2009 04:37:11 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Panasonic Full HD 3D And More From CEATEC 2009 [Video]

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The CEATEC 2009 has opened today in Japan. We cannot be there, but Panasonic was nice enough to offer up some video footage from their booth at the CEATEC 2009 featuring the Panasonic Full HD 3D technology and more.

Panasonic exhibits the 50-inch Full HD 3D Plasma HDTV and Active Shutter Glasses we reported about last month. The shutter glasses actually look pretty stylish. Read more

Posted on Tue, 6 Oct 2009 16:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

3DTV Shipments to Hit 46M by 2013

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3D is really coming of age with several big 3D films hitting the theaters this summer and doing very well at the box office. As more people get used to viewing, 3D content on the big screen there is more of a demand for 3D content in the home.

According to research firm Gigaom 3DTV shipments are set to boom over the coming years with shipments expected to hit 46 million by 2013. Sony and Panasonic are looking to 3D TVs as a way to rejuvenate TV business. Read more

Posted on Mon, 5 Oct 2009 10:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Panasonic 50-inch Full HD 3D Plasma HDTV And Active Shutter Glasses

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Panasonic exhibited a 3D Plasma HDTV setup at the CES 2009 earlier this year. The setup used a 103-inch Plasma. Today Panasonic announced the development of a 50-inch Full HD 3D compatible plasma display panel (PDP) and high-precision active shutter glasses that enable the viewing of theater-quality, true-to-life 3D images in the living rooms.

A 50-inch 3D TV is of course more feasible to actually become affordable and sellable. Panasonic plans to release their new 50-inch 3D Plasma TV in 2010. Read more

Posted on Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:49:24 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Gucci 3D Glasses Coming Says RealD

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3D movies are supposed to make going to the cinema an exciting event again. Since upgrading a digital cinema to 3D is not that expensive they are mushrooming all over the place.
Going to the movies is also a social event though, and for lots of people wearing the normal realD 3D glasses is an awful experience as they feel they look stupid.
Well this could soon be over. According to Variety (via 3Ddisplayinfo and Worstpreviews) a RealD executive said that designer 3D glasses are coming to select stores before the December launch of the movie Avatar including Gucci 3D glasses. RealD is the company behind most 3D movies. The first RealD 3D movie was Chicken Little back in 2005. I saw that back then and I still own the custom Chicken Little 3D Glasses - wearing these definitely made me look stupid.
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Posted on Sun, 20 Sep 2009 07:26:08 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Creaform UNIscan Portable 3D Scanner

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Creaform, developer and manufacturer of the Handyscan 3D line‐up of handheld, self‐positioning and portable laser scanners, unveiled the UNIscan.
Starting at $28,900, this 3D scanner is positioned as the entry‐level model of the line‐up. As you see on the price-tag scanning 3D objects is still extremely expensive. And despite's the UNIscan reminding me of a Dual Turbine Hairdryer it is not ready for home use.

The UNIscan offers equal resolution and speed of acquisition and an accuracy of up to 80 μm, self‐positioning, true portability, versatility and ease of use. Plus, the UNIscan comes with VxScan Express, a version of Creaform’s proprietary data acquisition software offering fewer functionalities. Read more

Posted on Fri, 18 Sep 2009 08:00:00 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

JVC introduces 3D LCD Monitor for Custom Installers

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JVC has introduced a new 3D LCD monitor that is aimed at the professional installer market called the GD-46310. The projector promises a flicker free 3D image thanks to an Xpol polarizing filter that is battery-free and passive. The LCD is 1.5-inches thick and measures 46-inches diagonally.

The screen is compatible with line-by-line and side-by-side 3D video formats. Information for the left and right eye is constantly displayed on the screen so strobbing glasses are not needed. The LCD includes two pairs of battery-free light polarizing glasses. Read more

Posted on Mon, 14 Sep 2009 07:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Sony and Panasonic: 3D Wars?

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Okay, so Sony's confirmed that they're bringing 3D to all PlayStation games in 2010. (Engadget) Meanwhile, over at IFA 2009, 3D technology is also making lots of noise. Panasonic has a prototype (StuffTV) for a 3D player and augmented-reality system, and Sony is getting ready to unveil a series of Dolby Real 3D DVD players.

It looks like we're heading straight for a 3D revolution. Both Sony and Panasonic are getting ready to throw a lot of money behind new lines of 3D players. The technology has finally advanced far enough to be practical for mainstream adoption, and people seem pretty psyched for the chance to watch 3D movies and play 3D games on their own television. As the early adopters here, Panasonic and Sony stand to make a lot of money when 3D takes off.

Posted on Fri, 4 Sep 2009 10:35:00 CDT | by Robert Evans

Blu-ray Disc Association Talks 3D

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The Blu-ray Disc Association (BDR) has announced its plans to incorporate 3D video into the Blu-ray format. The BDR says that it is working with major movie studios, IT, and consumer electronics companies to devise a standard for 3D Blu-ray films.

By coming up with a set standard the BDR can ensure a set level of quality for Blu-ray films across the platform. The specification will require the delivery of 1080p resolution to each eye and backwards compatibility with discs and players. This will require all 3D discs to also include a 2D version of the film. Read more

Posted on Wed, 2 Sep 2009 08:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Deer Hunter 3D for iPhone Review

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Today I am checking out Deer Hunter 3D for the iPhone. If you have ever played the Deer Hunter 3D game in the arcade and had fun, you will want the iPhone version of the game.

The game has great controls, multiple difficulty levels, lots of animals to hunt and lots of weapons. In all, the game is one of the most interesting game apps for the iPhone today. Read more

Posted on Fri, 14 Aug 2009 08:11:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Resident Evil 4 Mobile for iPhone Uses Hi 3D Engine

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Some games on the iPhone offer better graphics than older console games, and even some of the newer games on the Wii. One of the cooler looking games coming to the iPhone is Resident Evil 4. Hi Corp has announced that Resident Evil 4 for the iPhone will be using its technology for graphics.

The game will use the MascotCapsule eruption Hi 3D rendering engine. The rendering engine allows game developers to use development know-how to build the game without having to learn new programming techniques. Read more

Posted on Mon, 10 Aug 2009 07:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

FujiFilm FinePix REAL 3D W1 3D and FinePix REAL 3D V1 3D LCD Display unveiled

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FujiFilm thinks you want to take 3D digital photos and view it on an auto stereo 3D LCD photoframe. That is why FujiFilm introduced a 3D pocket camera and an 8 inch 3D LCD display.
The FujiFilm FinePix Real 3D system incorporates the 3D digital camera FinePix Real 3D W1, a 3D picture viewer FinePix Real 3D V1, and also 3D prints.

The FinePix REAL 3D W1 has two Fujinon lenses and two CCD sensors with 10MP resolution. The 3D camera also supports capturing 3D movies. According to FujiFilm it is also fun to use the FinePix REAL 3D W1 in 2D mode, which takes two photos from different angles of the same subject. Read more

Posted on Wed, 22 Jul 2009 04:48:09 CDT | by Luigi Lugmayr

Fujifilm 3D Digital Camera Coming Soon

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Time magazine reports that Fujifilm is set to launch the world's first 3D digital camera later this year. The cam will likely be called the FinePix Real 3D system. The camera has dual lenses and a 10MP resolution.

The dual lenses are spaced about as far apart as human eyes. The camera takes the images and the system is capable of presenting them for viewing without needing special glasses, with a caveat. Read more

Posted on Mon, 13 Jul 2009 12:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun

Mitsubishi XD600U 3D-ready Projector Announced

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Mitsubishi Electronics has announced its latest projector called the XD600U. The projector is the first in the new family of high brightness 3D-ready units from Mitsubishi and offers 4500 lumens of brightness from a long-life lamp.

The lamp is rated to last up to 5,000 hours under normal operating conditions in low mode. The XD600U is designed with the latest DDP2230 and DLP link chipset to support 3D content. Users wanting to watch 3D content will need DLP Link-capable 3D glasses. Read more

Posted on Wed, 17 Jun 2009 09:00:00 CDT | by Shane McGlaun