FEATURES OF 3D TV

Viewing 3D movies, or three-dimensional movies, have become the in-thing nowadays. There have been 3D movies in the past, but nowhere near as prolific as in today’s film world; 3D movies come out by the dozen every year or so.

The 3D that we see in movies and the 3D that we experience in video games and other computer-generated media are quite different from each other. The latter only presents a simulated “feeling” of the 3D involving advanced software rendering techniques. The former, also called stereoscopic 3D, is more of the real thing; it involves real depth by using video capturing techniques that mimic the operation of our eyes.
                                   
Several years ago, only some of the highly privileged were fortunate to bring 3D TV technology into their home theatre systems. Now, with the cost of the technology going down, people are clamoring for 3D TV systems into their own homes.

There are three options for 3D TV intended for home theatres: projection-based 3D large screens, plasma TV, and auto stereoscopic 3D displays. All three of these systems have advantages and disadvantages.

2010 has brought us a lot more than just a backlit LCD TV. This year the 3D television was released and the reviews are phenomenal. This television is capable of 3D technology that until now has only been seen in theaters. The picture quality is awesome, in fact most models provide a slim profile with an amazing view. The picture quality is frequently provided by light emitting diodes. This technology is combined with a backlighting system that only gives you the best pictures available. But, within the next few years this technology may be topped as well, with the possibility of OLED TV.

3d television technology has reached a level that seems to be thriving within the consumers of America. When you’re looking for your very own 3D featured television, be sure to look at the refresh rate. The higher the refresh rate is, the better the 3D will be. The average refresh rate for 3D is 240 HZ. Finding anything lower than that just won’t give you the experience any 3D lover deserves. With some newer 3D models, glasses aren’t needed to see the in 3D!

The 3D television Samsung models are some of the best options available to consumers. This brand provides top of the line 3D viewing experience. The backlight provided with this brand is top notch and is ready to please any tech savvy individual. Experiencing TV in 3D is an experience that every TV user should experience. Samsung isn’t your only choice, 3D television sets are available in many brands. The top brands go to Samsung and Panasonic 3D television sets. These 3D ready televisions seem to be hitting consumers like a storm, maybe it’s time everybody had a chance to check all of the available models out.
                
Finding a 3D LCD television for yourself shouldn’t be too hard of a task. This can easily be done at your favorite electronic store or even on the web! Searching by prices, brands, models and reviews will be the smartest choice you could make in this kind of purchase. Finding a 3D television for yourself only takes a little time and consideration. Soon enough you’ll have the 3D TV that you’ve always dreamed of owning. Deciding on your own personal model is truly half of the fun when it comes to the purchase of a 3D TV. There are now so many models and brands that even the most demanding consumer can find an option that is right for them.

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OVERVIEWS OF 3D TV

In this article we'll be looking at the ever growing number of 3D TV channels on the airwaves. For those of us who already have 3D TVs or 3D Blu Ray players in our homes this increase is great news. More 3D content, more choice, and more downward pressure on prices as competition grows. It's getting to be increasingly obvious each day that the sentiments expressed by the 3D TV manufacturers - that 3D really is going to be a huge part of the future of home entertainment - were right all along. Once the issue of wearing 3D glasses is resolved, maybe with the advent of no glasses 3D TV models, the last obstacle to mass acceptance of 3D TV will have been removed.

The new wave of 3D TV channels are taking it seriously, with a number of them vying for business with a range of services including 3D VOD video on demand movie streaming, major sporting event broadcasts, and the relay of fascinating natural world programs.

And this is a global revolution. Although the first channel to broadcast 3D content was a Japanese network in 2008 with a four times a day schedule, the US now leads the way with the greatest number of live 3D TV channels including well known names such as ESPN 3D, DirecTV, and the newest kid on the block - the 24 hour 3net 3D channel partnership between Discovery, IMAX, and Sony. In the UK there's Sky 3D and Virgin. Throughout Europe there are a dozen or so more. Along with the 3D TV networks that these channels run on, they're well on the way to bringing 3D content to a vast global audience. You can see a full list of networks and channels running 3D programming just above this article.

As the availability of 3D content grows even further, through more 3D movies, Blu Ray disc, and 3D DVD releases, it's going to become increasingly apparent to anyone that's been sitting on the fence that the time to buy a 3D TV is near. Each 3D TV channel that goes live, each innovation in 3D TV technology, each new announcement from the manufacturers on new 3D TV models to be released, and of course each drop in prices caused by competition is only going to serve to reinforce the success of the 3D TV revolution.

In 2010, Sony Corp. brokered a deal the Discovery Channel and IMAX to plan the launch of a new 24 hour 3D TV channel in 2011. The plans were ambitious, with 3D content expected to include space, exploration, adventure and natural history programming. The 3net partnership also has stated that content will not exclusively come from Sony, IMAX, or Discovery. Third-party 3D providers will also be able to participate.

On Feb 13th 2011 the new channel went live, with the first three 3D programs including the 3D TV premiere of Into The Deep along with the 3D premieres of China Revealed and Forgotten Planet.

The ESPN 3D channel was originally announced by ESPN on January 5th 2010 just one day before the major 3D TV manufacturers announced their first ever lines of  3D TVs. ESPN actually began broadcasting on June 11, 2010 with its first 3D content broadcast being the first FIFA World Cup match between South Africa and Mexico.  Viewers opinions on the quality were mixed, with some experiencing eye strain due to the quick movements. Overall though the quality was good.

The DirecTV Cinema channel sits on the DirecTV network, and provides an opportunity to get immersed in the latest Hollywood blockbusters, documentaries and more - all in stunning 3D Video On Demand - with many titles available instantly.

Announced the plan to air one hour of 3D content per day on its 24 hour HD channel. The channel combines IPTV and VOD services, with the 3D content getting its broadcast at 11pm daily.

Fashion TV's plan is to initially aim for 40 hours of 3D content per year for its combined 3D VOD and HD channel services, with future potential for a fully fledged 3D channel.

The n3D is a dedicated HD 3D channel powered by Panasonic, and broadcast on the DirecTV network. The channel aims to deliver high quality 3D content covering  sports, music, nature, arts, and more.

Xfinity 3D is a 24 hour 3D TV channel launched by the major Comcast network on Feb 20, 2011. Featured 3D content includes movies, sports, music, and natural world programmes.
                      
One of the first ever 3D TV networks, BSkyB launched the 3D TV channel Sky 3D to their European Customers in March 2010. The channel focussed first on sports programming with the broadcast of the first live 3D football match. This was shown in pubs in a number of major UK cities. The new channel quickly moved on to airing a mixture of high quality 3D content, including 3D movies, arts, sports, music, and entertainment.

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