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Virtual reality via 3D television will make home viewing a cinematic experience. Photo: Philips
From HDTV to Blu-ray to...3D TV? Most of us are just getting used to flat screen televisions, but we better catch up on our technology because now companies, including Sony, Mitsubishi, LG and Panasonic, will be soon introducing 3D televisions that will be compatible with 3D programming and content. The technology has been in the works for a few years, but now that it's nearly a reality, will we want it at its high price tag?
Sony plans to deliver 3D viewing experiences to homes in 2010 (the technology was supposed to be ready for consumers by late 2009). To generate buzz, Sony recently announced that it will be filming portions of the 2010 FIFA World Cup with 3D cameras so it can be broadcast in several cities around the world. The technology for the home, however, is still in flux because there isn't a television station in the U.S. with 3D programming. But in November, one station in the U.K. tested 3D programming broadcast for regular television.
The jury is still out on whether this will be a popular (and more expensive) option for consumers -- After all, we will still most likely need 3D glasses for viewing. Philips had a glass-free prototype back in 2007 that would have cost $25,000, but the company closed the division in early 2009 due to the economy.
And, if we have trouble finding the remote, just imagine trying to keep track of our 3D glasses.
And, if we have trouble finding the remote, just imagine trying to keep track of our 3D glasses.
