Engadget http://www.engadget.com Engadget http://www.blogsmithmedia.com/www.engadget.com/media/feedlogo.gif Engadget http://www.engadget.com en-us Copyright 2012 Weblogs, Inc. The contents of this feed are available for non-commercial use only. Blogsmith http://www.blogsmith.com/<![CDATA[Panasonic prices, dates some of its 2012 HDTVs (VT, GT, ET) and accessories in Japan]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/07/panasonic-prices-and-dates-some-2012-hdtvs-vt-gt-et-and-acce/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/07/panasonic-prices-and-dates-some-2012-hdtvs-vt-gt-et-and-acce/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/07/panasonic-prices-and-dates-some-2012-hdtvs-vt-gt-et-and-acce/#comments If Panasonic's CES 2012 lineup of plasma and LCD HDTVs interested you, it's time to dig into more details it's just released about their Japanese cousins. Those "Infinite Black Ultra Panel" plasmas will arrive April 20th as the VT5 series and AV Watch reports the 60-inch will be priced at about 500,000 yen ($6517), while the 50-inch is 360,000 yen ($4694). There's also details on the new GT5 plasmas, in 60-, 55-, 50- and 42-inch sizes, as well as the DT5 and ET5 LCDs. All of those are 3D capable and will start rolling out March 9th (April 20th for some of the larger sizes), although the ET series is its first that works with passive 3D glasses. The new 3D glasses -- passive (2,000 yen, $26) and active with Bluetooth link (13,000 yen, $169) will also arrive in March along new Blu-ray players and recorders plus a refreshed Skype camera that's slimmer and half the weight of last year's model. Hit the links below and let Google Translate bring in the details, we should probably hear more about US prices, specs and ship dates in a few weeks.

Panasonic prices, dates some of its 2012 HDTVs (VT, GT, ET) and accessories in Japan originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3d glasses3dGlasses3dtvactive shutterActiveShutterblu-raydtetglassesgthdpostcrosshdtvjapanlcdledpanasonicpassive 3dpassive 3d glassesPassive3dPassive3dGlassesplasmaskypety-cc20wvtTue, 07 Feb 2012 11:56:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony, Panasonic, Samsung team up for 3D supergroup]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/11/sony-panasonic-samsung-team-up-for-3d-supergroup/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/11/sony-panasonic-samsung-team-up-for-3d-supergroup/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/11/sony-panasonic-samsung-team-up-for-3d-supergroup/#commentsNormally when the giants of the entertainment industry team up, it's to record "We Are The World"-- but not this time. Sony, Panasonic, X6D and Samsung are forming a supergroup that makes the Traveling Wilburys seem small-time. They're forming the "Full HD 3D Glasses initiative," a project to standardize 3D glasses. Currently, we have wholly incompatible active-shutter models based on different technologies, which the consortium wants to replace with a unified standard that will let you use the same pair of spectacles on any display or at any theater that uses the Xpand 3D standard. The doors open on the joint testing center later this month, which will check and approve products to the program, gaining the logo you see before you as a badge of honor.

Continue reading Sony, Panasonic, Samsung team up for 3D supergroup

Sony, Panasonic, Samsung team up for 3D supergroup originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 11 Nov 2011 13:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We'd imagine come November 13th, the above will be the scene inside many a PS3 owner's house. That's when Sony's hot little 24-inch PlayStation 3D display will officially be available in the US, Canada, Europe and parts of Asia. Sony took to its US PlayStation Blog today with the news, along with a lengthy FAQ to keep your GAS at bay in the meantime. If you'll recall, the 240Hz 1080p display packs a single set of component inputs, two HDMI 1.4 ports, stereo RCA outputs, a headphone jack, an integrated subwoofer, and of course, 3D-capability with supported titles. For five hundred bucks you'll get the PS 3D Display, one pair of USB-rechargeable 3D Glasses ($70 for each additional pair), a copy of Motorstorm: Apocalypse and even an HDMI cable. Notably, its fancy (and exclusive) SimulView feature will let two sets of 3D shades grab either the left or right side feed in supported 3D games for a private 2D view. Disappointingly, this puppy isn't wall-mountable, but hey, that 24-inch panel surely makes it ideal for a desktop setup, no? Full details at the links below, along with a refresher shot of those 3D specs just past the break.

Continue reading Playstation 3D Display hits shelves November 13, Sony answers your burning questions

Playstation 3D Display hits shelves November 13, Sony answers your burning questions originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 19 Oct 2011 18:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>24-inch display24-inch PlayStation 3D display24-inchDisplay24-inchPlaystation3dDisplay3D3D gaming3D Gaming Display3d glasses3d monitor3dGaming3dGamingDisplay3dGlasses3dMonitoractive 3dactive shutterActive3dActiveShutterdual viewdual-viewDualViewe3e3 2011E32011glasseshdmihdmi 1.4Hdmi1.4hdpostcrossmonitorMotorstorm ApocalypseMotorstormApocalypseplaystationPlayStation 3PlayStation 3D displayPLaystation blogPlaystation3Playstation3dDisplayPlaystationBlogPS3shutter glassesShutterGlassesSimulViewSonysony PlayStation 3D displaySonyPlaystation3dDisplaysplit screenSplitScreenWed, 19 Oct 2011 18:59:00 EST<![CDATA[Optoma delivers three new projectors, one does 3D for just $1,499]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/20/optoma-delivers-three-new-projectors-one-does-3d-for-just-1-49/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/20/optoma-delivers-three-new-projectors-one-does-3d-for-just-1-49/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/20/optoma-delivers-three-new-projectors-one-does-3d-for-just-1-49/#comments We've said it before and we'll say it again -- you deserve a projector. Watch those tiny LCDs and plasmas if you want, but it's time to go big or go home and Optoma is delivering three new beamers to help that happen. The new HD33 model (pictured above) makes its claim to fame as the first 1080p 3D projector available for less than $1,500, while the HD3300 and HD8300 make their bones in slighly more upmarket segments, priced at $1,999 and $4,499, respectively. All three make 3D happen in conjunction with the company's new RF-synced active shutter glasses, while featuring PureMotion3D and PureDepth for frame interpolation and brightness control. Those extra bucks spent on the HD8300 has ISF certified controls, lens shift for extra placement flexibility, PureMotion4D motion interpolation and a lamp rated at 1,500 lumens. The HD33 is available now, while the other two are expected to start shipping later this month, however with CEDIA 2011 just around the corner we'd probably hold off on pressing the buy button before everyone shows off their latest home theater wares.

Continue reading Optoma delivers three new projectors, one does 3D for just $1,499

Optoma delivers three new projectors, one does 3D for just $1,499 originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 20 Aug 2011 20:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3dactive shutterActiveShutterdlphd33hd3300hd8300hdpostminijd3300optomaprojectorrfSat, 20 Aug 2011 20:04:00 EST<![CDATA[Panasonic, Sony, Samsung and XpanD finally team up for an active 3D glasses standard]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/08/panasonic-sony-samsung-and-xpand-finally-team-up-for-an-active/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/08/panasonic-sony-samsung-and-xpand-finally-team-up-for-an-active/http://www.engadget.com/2011/08/08/panasonic-sony-samsung-and-xpand-finally-team-up-for-an-active/#comments The lack of a universal standard for active shutter 3D glasses became painfully clear during our 3D TV shootout last year, and gave plenty of reasons for buyers to skip the pricey specs altogether. Nine months later we see that LG has jumped onto passive 3D and CEA is playing catch up on the IR glasses problem, but many of the new HDTVs for 2011 are using Bluetooth technology to keep their glasses in sync -- again without any promise of cross-manufacturer compatibility. A day late and a few dollars short, Panasonic, Sony, Samsung and universal glasses maker XpanD are announcing the "Full HD Glasses Initiative" which should lay down a standard for consumer active shutter glasses to communicate over Bluetooth or IR. The new glasses should be backwards compatible with this year's TVs, although early adopters from 2010 have no such guarantee. The press release (included after the break) indicates we can expect the new models to arrive in 2012, assuming they haven't lost more ground to the FPR army and can still convince buyers to even look at 3D by then.

Continue reading Panasonic, Sony, Samsung and XpanD finally team up for an active 3D glasses standard

Panasonic, Sony, Samsung and XpanD finally team up for an active 3D glasses standard originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 08 Aug 2011 16:37:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: Sony sent over the US press release with pricing ($3,699) and other information, check it out here.

Continue reading Sony reveals midrange VPL-HW30ES 3D projector on the way (Update: US pricing)

Sony reveals midrange VPL-HW30ES 3D projector on the way (Update: US pricing) originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 09 Jun 2011 17:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3dactive shutterActiveShutteresirlcospearlprojectorsonysxrdtdg-pj1tmr-j1vpl-hw30esvpl-vw90esThu, 09 Jun 2011 17:04:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony's 24-inch PlayStation 3D 'dual-view' monitor: here's how it works]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/09/sonys-24-inch-playstation-3d-dual-view-monitor-heres-how-it/http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/09/sonys-24-inch-playstation-3d-dual-view-monitor-heres-how-it/http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/09/sonys-24-inch-playstation-3d-dual-view-monitor-heres-how-it/#comments Sony's got some wonderful ideas here at E3 2011, but the company's left quite a few threads for journalists to sew up -- what's the battery life like? How much will continuous client gameplay cost? Just how does that split-screen 3D monitor work? Sony's 3D gaming czar Mick Hocking flew in from Liverpool to talk stereoscopy with the press, and we've got some answers for that last one. What you see above is an LCD panel that refreshes at 240Hz, and delivering 3D at 60 frames per second to each eye, by using the typical active shutter glasses technique of blocking light to your left eye when the "right" image is displayed, and vice versa for the right eye. However, the glasses have a special button that makes both lenses of one player's glasses display images for the left eye, and both lenses of another player display images for the right, allowing each to have their own 60fps feed all the time for private split-screen gaming.

While that potentially means you could use these glasses on non-Sony 3DTVs too and get the same effect (or, you know, just pick up a Sharp Quattron 3D or Vizio Versus, which do much the same thing). Hocking told us that this particular unit also does additional software processing to reduce ghosting. But what of games? The 3D guru said there'll be a number of titles supporting the feature when the monitor hits this fall, and that other 3D titles could potentially (and easily) be patched if they also support split-screen to begin with. Hocking says developer enthusiasm's been particularly intense for split-screen, even more so than the holographic and head-mounted display technologies that Sony's working on, and we may see the feature integrated in Bravia televisions should the idea take off.

Sony's 24-inch PlayStation 3D 'dual-view' monitor: here's how it works originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 09 Jun 2011 15:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3D3d glasses3d monitor3dGlasses3dMonitoractive shutterActiveShutterdual viewdual-viewDualViewe3e3 2011E32011glassesmonitorplaystationPlayStation 3Playstation3PS3shutter glassesShutterGlassesSonysplit screenSplitScreenstereoscopic 3DStereoscopic3dThu, 09 Jun 2011 15:33:00 EST<![CDATA[Sony's 24-inch PlayStation 3D display first hands-on!]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/07/sonys-24-inch-playstation-3d-display-first-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/07/sonys-24-inch-playstation-3d-display-first-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2011/06/07/sonys-24-inch-playstation-3d-display-first-hands-on/#comments We knew you were dying to know what Sony was planning with those stereoscopic multiplayer display patents last year, so we took a look at Sony's new PlayStation-branded 3D display, just for you. True to its schtick, the stereoscopic display simultaneously displays two separate full screen images, hidden behind the smoke and mirrors of active shutter 3D technology -- while suffering only a minimal amount of ghosting. The dual-full-screen trick will only work with PlayStation 3 games specifically programmed to make use of the feature, and although none have been announced yet, we wouldn't be surprised if pack-in title Resistance 3 is compatible. Staff couldn't say if the games featured in the demo video, Motorstorm Apocalypse and Wipeout, would be updated to support this feature. While the demo units we saw performed their trick reasonably well, visible ghosting and flat, muted colors give us some reservations about that competitive $499 price tag.

Gallery: Sony PlayStation 3D Display

Sony's 24-inch PlayStation 3D display first hands-on! originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: Sony has issued a press release (included after the break) with full specs: it's a 1080p edge LED lit LCD with two HDMI inputs, stereo speakers, an integrated subwoofer and claims to be the first display at this size with "quad speed frame sequential display technology". The glasses charge via USB and will be available at the same time as the screen this fall.

Gallery: PlayStation 3D Monitor

Continue reading Sony introduces PlayStation-brand 3D monitor and 3D glasses, bundle available for $499

Sony introduces PlayStation-brand 3D monitor and 3D glasses, bundle available for $499 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 06 Jun 2011 20:44:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading NVIDIA's new wired 3D Vision glasses give up some freedom for a lower price

NVIDIA's new wired 3D Vision glasses give up some freedom for a lower price originally appeared on Engadget on Sun, 29 May 2011 20:53:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung's AF315 All-in-One 3D PC targets the sophisticated woman and those who aspire to be one originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 25 May 2011 07:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Samsung makes sure each of its 2011 3DTVs have two pairs of 3D glasses to match

Samsung makes sure each of its 2011 3DTVs have two pairs of 3D glasses to match originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 19 May 2011 23:35:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3d3d glasses3d tv3dGlasses3dTvactive shutterActiveShutterhdhdtvpromotionsamsungssg-3100gbstarter kitStarterKitThu, 19 May 2011 23:35:00 EST<![CDATA[Samsung, RealD announce licensing agreement for new LCD-based 3D panels]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/16/samsung-reald-announce-licensing-agreement-for-new-lcd-based-3d/http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/16/samsung-reald-announce-licensing-agreement-for-new-lcd-based-3d/http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/16/samsung-reald-announce-licensing-agreement-for-new-lcd-based-3d/#comments Remember that 3D display technology that Samsung and RealD were working on at CES? Today, the two companies announced that they've struck a licensing deal for the panels, which promise to deliver full resolution HD images to each eye by integrating active shutter technology directly within an LCD. This approach differs from the passive film patterned retarder (FPR) technologies that you'll find in Vizio and LG displays, which cut image resolution in half for each eye. The new panels will also be compatible with RealD's lightweight 3D glasses that are used in movie theaters. The technology should be available for 23 and 27-inch PC screens by early 2012, later making its way to 55-inch TV displays. No word on pricing or compatibility with other screen sizes, but expect more details to emerge at this week's SID Display Week in Los Angeles. Full PR after the break.

Continue reading Samsung, RealD announce licensing agreement for new LCD-based 3D panels

Samsung, RealD announce licensing agreement for new LCD-based 3D panels originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 16 May 2011 12:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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3D is best served on a large plate, which is why Samsung's latest HDTV got us all dribbling over our TV munchies. This 75-inch platter, dubbed D9500, has stolen the short-lived crown off LG's 72-inch LZ9700 to become the world's largest LED-backlit 3D LCD HDTV, and obviously Samsung's still staying faithful to its active shutter 3D technology following its recent price drop on its glasses. The 240Hz display will also come with the usual Smart TV features, garnished by a QWERTY flip remote for your web-browsing and SNS needs on that large screen. Oddly enough, only an ex-factory price of a hefty ₩19,000,000 ($17,600) is quoted here, so customers will have to pay a bit more than that during the pre-sales at the end of the month. Alternatively, you can hold off your shopping spree until Samsung pushes out its 70-inch "Ultra Definition" 3DTV.

Update: A little birdie told us that this 3DTV will be making its way to the US in August, and will retail at around $13,000. Additionally, four premium active shutter glasses will be included. Thanks Anonymous!

Samsung's 75-inch D9500 3D TV announced for Korea, doubles as wind shield (updated) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 May 2011 01:13:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3d3d tv3dTv75-inchactive shutteractive shutter 3dactive shutter glassesActiveShutterActiveShutter3dActiveShutterGlassesD9500hdkoreasamsungsmart hubsmart tvSmartHubSmartTvSouth KoreaSouthKoreatvMon, 09 May 2011 01:13:00 EST<![CDATA[Samsung's entire line of active shutter glasses gets a price cut, more money for your popcorn]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/05/samsung-drops-prices-for-its-entire-line-of-3d-active-shutter-gl/http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/05/samsung-drops-prices-for-its-entire-line-of-3d-active-shutter-gl/http://www.engadget.com/2011/05/05/samsung-drops-prices-for-its-entire-line-of-3d-active-shutter-gl/#comments Following its pledge to make 3D TV experience more affordable, Samsung's just announced a price drop on the rest of its active shutter glasses lineup. As you probably already know, the entry-level SSG-3100GB went from $129.99 down to just $49.99 last month; and now we have the better-looking SSG-3300CR plus SSG-3300GR reduced by $50 down to $129.99, along with the swanky SSG-3700CR (pictured above) getting a $70 discount to just $149.99. Of course, these premium spectacles are still far from affordable compared to their passive counterparts, so it'll be interesting to see if Samsung's attempt to lure more 3D viewers will work at all. Ultimately though, we'd love to see other manufacturers follow suit -- bring on the 3D price war!

Samsung's entire line of active shutter glasses gets a price cut, more money for your popcorn originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 05 May 2011 23:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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TCO study compares active and passive 3DTV glasses, doesn't really favor one over the other originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 02 May 2011 18:03:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3D3d glasses3dGlasses3dTvactive shutterActiveShutterergonomicFilmPatternRetarderfprimageslgluminancepanasonicPassive3dPassive3dGlassesPassiveGlassesresolutionSONYstudytcotco developmentTcoDevelopmenttvviewMon, 02 May 2011 18:03:00 EST<![CDATA[Acer brings HN274H and HS244HQ 3D monitors to the US, motorbikes not included]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/14/acer-brings-hn274h-and-hs244hq-3d-monitors-to-the-us-motorbikes/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/14/acer-brings-hn274h-and-hs244hq-3d-monitors-to-the-us-motorbikes/http://www.engadget.com/2011/04/14/acer-brings-hn274h-and-hs244hq-3d-monitors-to-the-us-motorbikes/#comments In case you're looking for some more options in the 3D monitor market, Acer's just announced a couple of new models for the US that might do the job. First up is the HN274H pictured above, which claims to be the first 27-inch LED-backlit monitor supporting both HDMI 3D and NVIDIA 3D Vision -- Blu-ray or TV set-top box for the former, PC gaming for the latter (via the usual DVI-DL). Though limited at 1920 x 1080 resolution, this display boasts a 100,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio with 300cd/m2 brightness and 2ms response time, along with a built-in IR emitter for the included NVIDIA 3D glasses, as well as a handful of ports: VGA, DVI, and three HDMI. All this for $689.

If you prefer something smaller and more budget friendly, then there's the 23.6-inch HS244HQ as well. For $449 you get the same HD resolution, brightness, and response time, though contrast ratio is lowered to 12,000,000:1. Most importantly, there's no support for NVIDIA 3D Vision here (though you still get a pair of Acer 3D glasses), meaning gamers will have to consider other options. Press release after the break.

Continue reading Acer brings HN274H and HS244HQ 3D monitors to the US, motorbikes not included

Acer brings HN274H and HS244HQ 3D monitors to the US, motorbikes not included originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3d3d gaming3d monitor3dGaming3dMonitoraceractive shutteractive shutter 3dactive shutter glassesActiveShutterActiveShutter3dActiveShutterGlassesdisplayDVI-DLgamingHDMIHDMI 3DHdmi3dHN274HHS244HQlcdledled lcdled lcd monitorLedLcdLedLcdMonitormonitorNVIDIAnvidia 3d visionNvidia3dVisionThu, 14 Apr 2011 00:01:00 EST<![CDATA[Panasonic, Xpand team up on M-3DI standard for active shutter glasses at home and in theaters]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/29/panasonic-xpand-team-up-on-m-3di-standard-for-active-shutter-gl/http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/29/panasonic-xpand-team-up-on-m-3di-standard-for-active-shutter-gl/http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/29/panasonic-xpand-team-up-on-m-3di-standard-for-active-shutter-gl/#comments Last year's problem was a complete lack of standards on active shutter 3D glasses but now we might have too many, as Panasonic and Xpand have joined forces with several other companies to push M-3DI as a single spec for TVs, computers and theaters. Initial plans for the spec cover only IR sync, with the RF Bluetooth technology included on many 2011 3DTV models (Samsung and Sony are notably missing from the list of participants) to "be considered" for the next step. We'll wait to see some cooperation between this alignment (full list of supporters in the press release after the break) RealD and the CEA's 3D Technologies Working Group -- which, probably not coincidentally is expecting proposals by the end of this month -- before believing the current 3D glasses mess will be resolved.

Continue reading Panasonic, Xpand team up on M-3DI standard for active shutter glasses at home and in theaters

Panasonic, Xpand team up on M-3DI standard for active shutter glasses at home and in theaters originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 29 Mar 2011 15:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3d glasses3dGlassesactive shutteractive shutter glassesActiveShutterActiveShutterGlassesbluetoothchanghongfunaihisensehitachiirm-3dimitsubishipanasonicseiko epsonSeikoEpsonsim2standardviewsonicxpandTue, 29 Mar 2011 15:50:00 EST<![CDATA[LG woos Sony while it battles with Samsung over which 3D is best]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/11/lg-woos-sony-while-it-battles-with-samsung-over-which-3d-is-best/http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/11/lg-woos-sony-while-it-battles-with-samsung-over-which-3d-is-best/http://www.engadget.com/2011/03/11/lg-woos-sony-while-it-battles-with-samsung-over-which-3d-is-best/#comments The fight between the active shutter glasses 3D technology favored by TV manufacturers like Samsung, Panasonic and Sony against the Film Pattern Retarder (FPR) passive glasses 3D technology being pushed by LG got uglier this week. The Wall Street Journal points out LG's print ads currently running in Korea (they could be running here already, but we'd have to read physical magazines or newspapers to know for sure) claim that unlike the competition, it will work even when viewers lay down on their sides, though the effect may be slightly weakened. Samsung responded by citing experts recommending keeping your head horizontal to watch 3D since the cameras used to film it are aligned horizontally, and an executive apparently called LG's engineers "stupid" at a press conference, although reports of a "yo mama so fat" diss could not be confirmed.

Of course, since these are the world's two biggest TV manufacturers, they sell to end users and other manufacturers like Sony, which Reuters reports LG is waiting to hear from about using its technology in the future. Sony and Samsung are already tight when it comes to LCD manufacturing but it's obvious LG is looking for a few more friends to line up alongside Vizio, Toshiba and Philips (which just announced its latest displays using active and passive glasses.) But back to the end users for a moment, if anyone's going to buy any of these 3DTVs, it may be wise to start selling consumers on why the feature is worthwhile at all and pointing out the growing amount of content -- this week's Big East basketball tournament, Killzone 3, the NBA Finals or Blu-ray 3D releases like Tron: Legacy -- before folks decide just waiting for 4D would be the wisest choice.

LG woos Sony while it battles with Samsung over which 3D is best originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 11 Mar 2011 04:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Acer's already rolled out a few 3D-capable monitors (among other products), but none quite like it's new GN245HQ model, which the company notes is the "first 3D monitor in the world" to support NVIDIA's HDMI 3D solution. That means you'll be able to view 3D content from a connected set-top box or Blu-ray player in addition to a PC connected via DVI-DL, and do so with the included active shutter glasses that work in conjunction with the monitor's built-in IR emitter. As for the monitor itself, you'll get the usual 1920 x 1080 resolution and 120Hz refresh rate, along with a 2ms response time, a pair of built-in 2W speakers, and LED backlighting that uses two lamps instead of four for a promised 68% savings in power consumption. No official word on a US release just yet, but you can look for this one to hit the UK in mid-March for £419.99 (or about $675).

Continue reading Acer debuts GN245HQ monitor with HDMI 3D support from NVIDIA

Acer debuts GN245HQ monitor with HDMI 3D support from NVIDIA originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 09 Feb 2011 08:51:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Samsung floats old-style 3D glasses with Bluetooth sync through the FCC originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 26 Jan 2011 16:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Who's got two thumbs and needs glasses to see 3D? Not this guy! Francois Vogel's figured out a way to remove those pesky spectacles from the equation, and he's ready to revolutionize the stereoscopic industry forever. Sure, you'll need a monitor with a 120Hz refresh rate, but that's a prerequisite these days anyhow, and the rest is sweet, sticky gravy dished directly to your eyeballs. Get a sneak peek at the game-changing tech in the video above, and keep an eye out for unicorns (we're sure they're around here somewhere). You'll never look at 3D the same way again, we promise.

[Thanks to everyone who sent this in]

Man discovers glasses-free 3D tech in the blink of an eye (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 15 Jan 2011 15:40:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Xpand Youniversal glasses

XpanD Youniversal 3D glasses hand & face on originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 10 Jan 2011 01:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Passive 3D seems to be the new home entertainment hotness at CES this year, but that doesn't mean the industry has given up on active shutter. Case in point, Freescale Semiconductor and RealD have announced they're developing an "enhanced 3D active eyewear solution" that combines Freescale's RF4CE platform for the over-the-air 3D synchronization with RealD's switching, filtering, and optical technology. Powered by Freescale's MC1323x System on a Chip, the new system hopes to eliminate many the problems plaguing IR-based active shutter like line-of-sight and of field-of-vision limitations. It should also allow 3D glasses to operate from longer distances, and since it takes advantage of the same radio frequency used by remotes, it could lower overall costs for manufacturers to boot. Keep in mind though that unlike NVIDIA's RF-based 3D Vision Pro Tech, all of these wondrous promises are just talk with no walk -- so we'll throttle our excitement until we can go eyes-on with some actual gear. For all the details hit up the PR after the break.

Continue reading Freescale Semiconductor and RealD working to improve active shutter 3D

Freescale Semiconductor and RealD working to improve active shutter 3D originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 07 Jan 2011 19:02:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Samsung SSG-3700CR active Bluetooth 3D glasses, CY-SWC1000A charging base at CES 2011

Samsung busts out SSG-3700CR active Bluetooth 3D glasses, wireless charging base station originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Moving right along, the D7000 series arrives as a threesome, offering buyers the choice of 46-, 55- or 60-inches of diagonal screen space. You'll still find a frighteningly thin 0.2-inch thick bezel here, Bluetooth 3D Active Glasses support, 3D playback, a 1080p panel, inbuilt WiFi and Skype support, but you'll miss out on the Micro Dimming Plus and the snazzy universal remote. If you'd prefer to go the plasma route, the D8000 crew would be happy to oblige. Available in 51-, 59- and 64-inch screen sizes, these 1080p 3D sets were designed with a slimmer bezel that offers up to a full inch increase in viewing screen size over last year's models, and each one measures just 1.5-inch thick. You'll also get a Touch Control TV remote thrown in, a 0.001ms response time, USB ConnectShare Movie, inbuilt WiFi, DLNA streaming support and the ability to Skype over your TV if you buy an optional webcam. Stepping down a notch, there's the D6500 line, which is offered in 51- and 59-inch sizes and simply trims down on a few of the more advanced features. We're still waiting to hear back on MSRPs, but you can expect each and every one of these to hit US retailers in the first half of the year.

Gallery: Samsung's LED 8000 / 7000 HDTV line debuts at CES 2011


Gallery: Samsung's D8000 and D6500 plasma HDTV launch at CES 2011

Samsung touts Bluetooth 3D support on LED 8000 / 7000 HDTV line, intros D8000 and D6500 plasmas originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 17:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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  • For starters, the outfit seems pretty darn proud of its new SmartTV platform. Hinted at last month, this system enables HDTVs, Blu-ray players and other sources to access all sorts of streaming media, apps and even provides users with a way to surf the web. Four main sections are given -- TV Live, Premium Content, TV Apps and a Launch Bar -- and for TV models, owners will control things with a wave of the hand (read: Magic Remote). SmartTV picks up where NetCast left off, offering access to Vudu, Netflix, YouTube, CinemaNow, Hulu Plus, Amazon Video on Demand, NHL Gamecenter, NBA Game Live and MLB.tv. This here functionality is baked into quite a few of the outfit's 2011 HDTVs, but should own an older model...
  • Then there's the all-new SmartTV upgrader! The ST600 is a minuscule set-top box that aims to transform any TV into a SmartTV. So long as your set has an HDMI input, you'll be able to access the content mentioned above. But, of course, it's on you to source your own Magic Remote.
  • If it's an all-new TV you're after, the company is also revealing its 2011 LED and LCD HDTV line. Nary a one is different than those we heard about last week, but at least you can now rest easy knowing that the LW9500 and LW7700 Nano Full HD 3D models will indeed see a stateside release this month. The best news here is the use of polarizing glasses -- none of that headache-inducing active shutter mess. There are 13 new LED LCD models in all, with nine of 'em shipping with the SmartTV platform embedded. Unfortunately, LG's not dishing out pricing information on these bad boys just yet.
  • Not so keen on picking up an LCD? Plasma still lives, you know! LG's rolling out its 1080p Infinia PZ950 and PZ750 lines here at CES, with both available in 50-inch and 60-inch class sizes. Both lines come equipped with the SmartTV platform, a gesture-based Magic Motion remote andl as a free Android / iPhone app if you'd rather use your phone as a remote. The 50- / 60-inch PZ550 is saddling with NetCast 1.0, but it -- along with the PW350, PZ950 and PZ750 lines -- can handle 3D imagery. Sadly, LG's also straying from providing pricing details on these.
  • Wrapping things up, the company is debuting its 2011 line of networked Blu-ray players and home theater systems. The BD690 supports 3D BD playback and ships with an inbuilt 250GB HDD and the SmartTV platform. The majority of LG's line also includes WiFi, DLNA streaming support and a MusicID feature by Gracenote that enables consumers to play a song from a movie of TV show by mashing a single button on the remote. The BD670, BD650, BD640, BD630 and BD650 are also seeing the light of day, with the latter being LG's first portable BD deck.
  • Finally, LG snuck in an image (seen above) of a 3D mobile TV prototype. We've no details whatsoever to go on, but you can rest assured we'll be scouring the show floor in search of just that.
For more information on all of the goods here, head on past the break for the full releases. Don't expect to find any pricing information, though.

Gallery: LG's CES 2011 launch lineup: Blu-ray, HDTV, 3D mobile TV prototype

Continue reading LG's CES 2011 HD lineup: SmartTV platform, network Blu-ray players and HDTVs

LG's CES 2011 HD lineup: SmartTV platform, network Blu-ray players and HDTVs originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 05 Jan 2011 11:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Samsung crafts 'world's lightest' 3D glasses in partnership with Silhouette

Samsung crafts 'world's lightest' 3D glasses in partnership with Silhouette originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 03 Jan 2011 01:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading 3DTV roundup: LG, Mitsubishi, Panasonic, Samsung & Sony square off

3DTV roundup: LG, Mitsubishi, Panasonic, Samsung & Sony square off originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 06 Dec 2010 17:17:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading XpanD universal 3D glasses now available for pre-order

XpanD universal 3D glasses now available for pre-order originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 23 Oct 2010 22:08:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Sony VPL-VM90ES

Continue reading Sony's VPL-VW90ES 3D projector priced and dated for the US

Sony's VPL-VW90ES 3D projector priced and dated for the US originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 23 Sep 2010 12:46:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: MSI Wind Top AE2420 3D

Continue reading MSI's Wind Top AE2420 3D hits US shores for $1,800, Blu-ray and glasses included

MSI's Wind Top AE2420 3D hits US shores for $1,800, Blu-ray and glasses included originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 14 Sep 2010 09:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Sony announces VPL-VW90ES 3D projector at IFA 2010

Sony announces VPL-VW90ES 3D projector at IFA 2010 originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 01 Sep 2010 13:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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NVIDIA has a strong lead in PC land with its IR-based GeForce 3D Vision tech, but apparently us lowly consumers aren't enough for the squiggly green eyeball. The company has just announced NVIDIA 3D Vision Pro, which makes use of RF syncing to give the glasses a 150 foot range, along with avoiding some of those line of sight and crosstalk issues that plague the IR glasses used by most 3D-at-home applications. NVIDIA plans to market this new system, which will be out in October, to professionals for tasks such as 3D modeling and medical imaging, and just in case you don't believe them they've priced the glasses at $349 and the RF hub at $399. Still, when have unreasonable costs ever stood between us pesky proles and the 3D nectar we yearn for? There's a press release after the break, along with a video of Siemens putting the glasses to use on some ultrasound imaging.

Continue reading NVIDIA 3D Vision Pro Technology uses RF syncing to woo professionals

NVIDIA 3D Vision Pro Technology uses RF syncing to woo professionals originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 04 Aug 2010 15:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Stereoscopic display sharing -- or using one monitor to show two separate programs simultaneously -- has piqued quite a few people's interest lately. Both Microsoft and Sony have been developing ways to do this, and now there is a post on the 3D Vision Blog outlining how to modify your NVIDIA 3D Vision glasses to accept either the left or right image from a 3D display. You'll be opening the glasses up (careful!), soldering things like shutters and IR receivers, bridging this and that, but by the time you're done you'll be able to watch TV in the way that nature intended, beautiful, glorious 2D! (You can see it in action after the break.) Now, if only we could figure out how to watch color TV programs in black and white...

Continue reading 3D Vision hack uses active shutter glasses to display 3D content in 2D (video)

3D Vision hack uses active shutter glasses to display 3D content in 2D (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 02 Aug 2010 15:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Sony's active shutter glasses now on sale, $150 buys your eyes a third dimension originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 01 Jul 2010 01:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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It's official, one of the most popular networks in the US (if not the world) kicked off its 3D branch in style today, and we made the trek to ESPN's campus in Bristol, Connecticut to experience it first hand. Put simply, the campus is any gadget or sports nerd's paradise; technology is oozing from every corner of every building, including the one we gathered with other press today in order to witness the start of a monumental three-dee journey. At the front of the large conference room was a 72-inch Samsung DLP, which was delivering the 2010 FIFA World Cup kickoff in 3D from Johannesburg, South Africa. It should be noted that none of the 25 World Cup matches that'll be delivered in 3D aren't being shot by ESPN; instead, FIFA has contracted HBS to shoot and distribute a "world feed." We didn't notice too many glitches during the opening match, but ESPN assures us that native transfers will look even better once they kick things off here in the homeland with the MLB Home Run Derby from Anaheim on July 12th. As for the tech side of things, ESPN was taking in the 1080i50 side by side 3D signal and converting it to the US-friendly 1080i60 side by side, and since DLP sets expect the checkerboard 3D format, a RealD POD was used to make the link between the cable set-top-box and the TV. The glasses were supplied by XpanD, but not the same universal shutter glasses that we expect to be available at retail soon.

Afer we took in the setup, we sat down to enjoy the match, which was opened with a handful of pristinely shot 3D commercials -- of course. A Sony spot kicked off with a soccer team practicing, and naturally ended with a goal exploding in slow motion; without a doubt, this was one of the more spectacular uses of 3D that we've seen, though we're guessing that the budget for the ad was somewhere near the stratosphere. The other commercials weren't any less impressive, with another trio concerning a Gillette razor, Toy Story 3, and a downright comical 'This is SportsCenter' ad where Niel Everett gets a little too close to a pricey 3D camera with his trusty Louisville Slugger. We'll be bringing you more coverage from here in Bristol as the day continues, with the grand finale coming in a special Engadget Show segment that should go up next week. For now, head on past the break for a few impressions from the 1-1 draw.

Gallery: ESPN 3D launch: live from Bristol, CT

Continue reading ESPN 3D officially launches with FIFA World Cup coverage: live from Bristol

ESPN 3D officially launches with FIFA World Cup coverage: live from Bristol originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 11 Jun 2010 12:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Update: Toshiba wants you to know that it'll be called the Toshiba Satellite A665 in Europe, presumably because "TX/98MBL" can only be pronounced by the Japanese.

Continue reading Toshiba Dynabook TX/98MBL is first to play Blu-ray 3D content

Toshiba Dynabook TX/98MBL is first to play Blu-ray 3D content originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 07 Jun 2010 03:43:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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While mum's the word on pricing, Impress Watch believes the TVs will start around ¥280,000 (around $3,067) and top out at a cool ¥600,000 ($6,581) for that 60-incher, and says that US and European variants are expected later this year. While you wait, why not take a deep dive into the details -- you'll find an entire brochure's worth at our source links.

Sharp plunges headfirst into 3D market with LV-series Quattron TVs, Blu-ray DVRs originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 02 Jun 2010 01:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Sanyo PDG-DWL2500J 3D short-focus projector

Sanyo brings short-focus projector into the third dimension, may never look back originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 18 May 2010 10:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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