There has been some serious buzz lately that DirecTV will be launching an all-3D channel for subscribers in 2010.
Earlier today, DirecTV lauched a new satellite, dubbed DIRECTV 12 into space aboard an ILS Proton rocket. The satellite was successfully deployed and will serve to expand DirecTV’s HD capacity by 50 percent with more than 200 national HD channels.
Presumably, the new satellite will also serve DirecTV’s expansion in the 3D TV broadcast realm.
According the to the report, DirecTV HD boxes will get a firmware upgrade to properly display HD 3D programs. You’ll need a 3D-ready TV to display the signal as well. Expect several of those to be made announced at CES 2010.
In 2010, Panasonic is set to launch a line of 3D products for consumers in the US, Europe and Japan. Panasonic’s 50-inch Full HD 3D PDP and High-Precision Active Shutter Glasses will be shown off at CEATEC Japan 2009. Panasonic is betting that the 50-inch size with be just about right for most people looking to move up to the 3D experience.
The new prototype 50-inch Panasonic features Full HD at 1080p x 2. In other words, each eye is getting a full resolution frame of the movie, which is how most theatrical releases get the polished 3D effect that has previously just not translated that well to the living room. The new active shutter glasses are also a big deal in reducing crosstalk that often degrades image resolution in 3D displays.
Many more details on Panasonic’s latest developments can be found in the news release below. [click to continue…]
Do you have two video cameras and some video editing software? You might want to try your hand at your own 3D videos if you do. See the video above from Indie Mogul to see how it’s done.
HDI is a startup that is taking a different approach to refining the 3D viewing experience. They’ve put together a 100-inch laser screen that displays 3D video in true 1080p HD. Additionally, the HDI laser-based display has a 1080 hertz refresh rate, which means the video signal actually refreshes over 1000 times per second.
More on HDI’s philosophy and developments in the news release below. [click to continue…]
It looks like Sony is well into the process of making the PS3 gaming/entertainment system the next big 3D device for your living room. The crew over at Engadet got to spend some hands-on time with Wipeout HD in 3D mode and were rather stoked at the effect of the game.
The 3D upgrade for the PS3 system is purportedly coming via a software upgrade. One day, you’ll turn on your PS3 and get prompted to download a software update, the BAM 3D PS3.
There’s a catch though. The editor isn’t quite clear, but it seems like the 3D effect may be limited to some of these 3D-Ready TVs that we’ve been seeing. As indicated by the article, this may be tied to the refresh rate.
Expect to see lots more of this tech at CES 2010 in January.
Magnetic Enabl3D is a technology that demonstrates the current state of the art implementations of 3D TV. Magnetic recently launched a 57-inch 3D display in a partnership with NEC. The specs of the new 57-inch TV are as follows:
57″ Enabl3D™ Specs
Cabinet Dimensions 54.812″ X 32.562 X 4.291
Weight 155 Lbs.
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Contract Ratio 1200
Display Diagonal 57 (inches)
Display resolution 1920 X 1080 (WXGA)
Number of colors 8 bit – 16.7 (Million)
Line Voltage 110 Volts 50 – 60 Hz
Line Current 6 Amps
Power Rating 660 Watts
Video interface type 3D input VI-D 2D:S-Vid, Analog VGA, Composite
Magnetic’s Enabl3DTM 3D Displays are specially engineered industrial grade LCD’s that provide audiences with an extra comfortable viewing experience in crystal clear high-definition 3D without the glasses or use of any special eyewear. People around the world are raving about Magnetic’s Enabl3DTM 3D Displays. According to Insight Media in their 2008 Large Display Report, “These were among the best 3D auto-stereoscopic displays we have seen”, describing Magnetic’s portfolio of 3D LCD displays at Infocomm 2008. Unlike competitor 3D displays, Magnetic’s 3D display solution provides both an intense off-screen “POP” and the ability to play 2D video with virtually no loss in resolution.
After watching the Super Bowl 3D special last night and didn’t really think it was that great. I got the best 3D effect from the Chuck preview. After 15 minutes of watching the show tonight, I think NBC has done a good job with the 3D effects. Additionally, it’s watchable for viewers not wearing 3D glasses.
The combination of HD and 3D is pretty solid for a prime time TV. I can see this catching on with a network show next season. Now, I’mnot saying it would get renewed, but there’s a niche potential here to get out in front of the curve. Kudos to NBC for taking the first step.
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