3D Stuff

3D viewing has been around for many decades now, but just recently, this innovation has been taken to a whole new level by the movie Avatar and other 3D-specialized movies like Alice in Wonderland and Toy Story 3. All these movies were blockbuster hits, and if that’s any indication, it looks like the 3D craze is about to raise the ante in the years to come. In fact, with the release of the 3D TV, 3D viewing can now be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home. All the giant TV manufacturers have joined the fray and are hard at work in delivering the best possible 3D TV products for the consumers.

However, there are those who are pessimistic about the 3D TV takeover, and for logical reasons too. For one, the 3D Television sets are a bit pricey for the average person, not to mention that most have just purchased their own respective HDTV’s already. Another reason is not a lot of people won’t be comfortable wearing 3D glasses at home. Last but not least, the amount of programs geared for 3D viewing is still scarce. Why spend all that money just to watch a few programs over and over again, right?

So it begs the question: Is 3D TV just a gimmick?

The answer is both yes and no. While it’s true that big corporations (not just the TV manufacturers) are dipping their hands into the hype in order to cash in, it’s that same reason why a string of developments have been made that is geared towards the establishment of a 3D Empire. The wheels and cogs are jostling for position; connections are being made. LG and Skylite inked a partnership in Korea; the Sony Corporation struck up a deal with Real3D; Panasonic made an agreement with Direct TV; Comcast Digital Cable had talks with ESPN 3D. Different types of industries are teaming up to create an integrated web that should give the 3D TV industry a strong foundation and the components for further advancement. If that’s not a good sign, then I don’t know what is.

The biggest leap made by the growing industry so far in terms of getting into the mainstream is the inclusion of 3D broadcasting in the recently concluded World Cup. Granted, the coverage has left some unimpressed, but all things considered, it’s still a step in the right direction. I see it as a pilot-test that gives the corporations the data needed to decide on the next best step.

The video game industry is also expected to fuel the sales of 3D TV. Video games are the perfect fit for 3D TVs since they give you control on what happens on the screen. The sensation of “being there” can help the gamer become more immersed in the game play.

It’s entirely up to you whether to buy a 3D TV set now or just save it for later. But one thing’s for sure: 3D TV is gaining ground. Sooner or later, you’ll realize that you’ll be doing yourself a big favor if you are there along for the ride.

If you think that the 3D is a new technology, then, you are mistaken. In fact, it already made its way in the theaters way back in the 1950s. Their presence caused a lot of excitement to the viewers basically because it was something new in their eyes. However, an optimum viewing experience was not provided by those cardboard made glasses and the old technology being used at that time. A few decades afterwards, IMAX theaters made waves in the market scene. 3D movies have become more promising. Of course, the 3D TV has also been thought of by the very competitive television manufacturers. What they have in mind is to let each and every consumer enjoy that theater feeling even when inside their homes.

Yes, the 3D TVs are equipped with such a high-end means of technology and can now be installed in the living rooms of the homes. Apart from the 3D movies such as Avatar, Coraline, Toy Story, Final Destination, and many others, there are now television broadcasts that are transmitted via three-dimensional technology. In a matter of years or months, many television channels and cable providers will soon be engaged in the transmission of 3D broadcasts. In fact, the 3D television manufacturers are now dealing with some stations regarding the broadcasting of news, programs, sports, and games using the said technology.

So, what should a consumer have before he can finally enjoy that 3D experience at home?

Simply speaking, there should be an available programming provider in the area that can transmit in 3D. As of the moment, many stations are now planning out their moves to serve their patrons 3D channels and soon enough, the rest will surely follow. The HDTV packages are not yet certain if they will involve additional charges or not.

The next step is to have a 3D TV installed in the home. The market already has different brands and models of the said television and as expected, they are more expensively priced than that of the flat screen HDTV models which are also present. Shutter glasses should likewise be purchased. They are the ones that pick up the signal from the transmitter and then synchronize with it.

For those who want to watch DVD movies in 3D, they should be ones that have been recorded using the said technology along with a 3D Blu-Ray player. The cost of which will again depend on the brand name.

When it comes to the cost of a brand new 3D TV plus the other accessories that come along with it, again, it may be reasonable or unreasonable depending on the type of consumer. Someone who has the funds and is capable of the purchase will not have any problem at all. But those who are on a tight budget may struggle dealing with the current price. If the reason is to upgrade, then, it will be wise to wait for another year or so. It is to be expected also that other models will come out anytime and that will add up to your choices.