3D-Tv

[Smiffy]

So, anyone thinking about splashing some serious cash on a 3D-TV system?

Has anyone experienced Sky Sports 3D yet?

Is it the future, or just another gimmick that will die a swift death?

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[Mad Cyril]

I'm more of a 3D Monster Maze person.


Footsteps approaching........

 

[class]

3D TV = approx £3,000
You need a set top box to receive the 3D signal = approx £75
1 pair of compatible 3D glasses = £100.

Very costly to begin with....

 

[ozzy-shrimper]

3D TV = approx £3,000
You need a set top box to receive the 3D signal = approx £75
1 pair of compatible 3D glasses = £100.

Very costly to begin with....

I swear theres something on the tele that makes it that you don't need any glasses? A third layer on the screen or something?

 

[pickledseal]

3D TV = approx £3,000
You need a set top box to receive the 3D signal = approx £75
1 pair of compatible 3D glasses = £100.

Very costly to begin with....

A lot cheaper to nick from the cinema ;)

 

[Bob Cratchitt]

I swear theres something on the tele that makes it that you don't need any glasses? A third layer on the screen or something?

Really, i would be very surprised that such a thing will exists, as at the moment the ability to trick you into seeing 3D is ensuring the different eye sees a different frame, this allows you brain to think the image in front is 3D,where of course it is only 2D.

So how would such a screen ensure the left eye only sees the left frame and conversely for the right.

I am guessing it depends on availability of format. However going on experience if $KY adopts something it tends to become the norm. Also as more people experience the format the cinemas it is highly likely they will want the same from their home.

Looking at the $KY adverts before Alice, it does look quite impressive and is something I am seriously considering, as I am looking to upgrade from my CRT to a HD device as it does seem that these TVs are now able to show football in good enough detail during the fast sections of play. Whereas before there was far too much motion blur even on HD for me to consider paying out for HD

 

[Bob Cratchitt]

A lot cheaper to nick from the cinema ;)

Unfortunately not as the specs will be the Active shutter variety, explanation found here. not the Polarized type found at most cinemas..

 

[MK Shrimper]

Like 3D cinema, a total and utter fad. Be in the same box as Betamax and D'Lorean cars.

 

[EastStandBlue]

I wouldn't say as much, MK... It might've been in the past because 3D put picture quality second, but with the improvements in technology, 3D projection is now just as detailed.

Sky don't get an awful lot wrong, and the fact they're putting so much into their 3D venture, I'd say the signs are positive.

 

[MK Shrimper]

I wouldn't say as much, MK... It might've been in the past because 3D put picture quality second, but with the improvements in technology, 3D projection is now just as detailed.

Sky don't get an awful lot wrong, and the fact they're putting so much into their 3D venture, I'd say the signs are positive.

Tell me, what exactly is improved by having things in 3D? I've seen one 3D film (Up!) which was fun, but left me with a headache and it would have been just as brilliant in 2D. If the future of cinema & TV is all about things suddenly popping out at you rather than storyline then we are in serious trouble.

Me & the future Mrs MK are off to see Alice In Wonderland this weekend and I am going out of my way to watch it in 2D.

 

[EastStandBlue]

Tell me, what exactly is improved by having things in 3D? I've seen one 3D film (Up!) which was fun, but left me with a headache and it would have been just as brilliant in 2D. If the future of cinema & TV is all about things suddenly popping out at you rather than storyline then we are in serious trouble.

Me & the future Mrs MK are off to see Alice In Wonderland this weekend and I am going out of my way to watch it in 2D.

I agree to some extent that certain things would be superfluous in 3D... Regular TV and certain films do spring to mind. However, I watched Avatar in 2D and 3D, purely to see the difference between the two, and it definitely adds a certain something to the experience. Avatar is an extreme circumstance, the film was crafted to perfection in terms of it's art direction, but you get the idea.

The United Arsenal game Sky screened in 3D in certain pubs also recieved glowing reviews and I can see why seeing such a game in 3D would put viewers right in the action.

That said, I couldn't think of anything worse than seeing the likes of Colchester and Bristol Rovers duke it out live on SkySports3D 1. It'll literally look like sand is being dragged into your living room!

 

[Kent Shrimper]

Also the Sky HD boxes are capable of displaying the 3D output so Sky are currently giving them away FOC knowing that they are fueling the next generation of viewing. Whatever you say about Murdoch he isnt stupid when it comes to extracting the £$£$£$£$£$

 

[seany t]

I personally don't really like 3D films. I've seen about 4 now and I honestly find it distracting, slightly blurry and unnecessary. But it seems certain to me that the various film & games companies want it to go this way.

For starters, Sony is pushing for 3D technology with it's TVs, which can only mean PS3 will be close behind. Plus that new 'Move' hand controller / Wii rip off will allow augmented reality, which again they reckon will be big business.

Film companies love it too as the film sizes are huge meaning less illegal downloads plus the 3D specs right now mean the ONLY option to see stuff in 3D is at the flicks.

When Sky start pumping cash into something you just KNOW it's going to take off.

There'll still be a place for 2D film makers I don't doubt, but I can see all blockbusters and kids films going this way. If indeed they haven't already.

*Sigh*... I watched 'Tron' last night. Now THAT my friends is the future...

 

[Bob Cratchitt]

As mentioned before, if $ky is getting involved. It will mean that the necessary market forces will there to push this on. For anything to succeed it is down to the availability of content as well as costings.

With enough people buying the technology then the cost of the TVs will drop, just like SD LCD/Plasma TVs then HD TVs did previously.

To be honest MK your analogy is somewhat flawed, as they were both brands of something that had a successful competitor, unless you really think the Delorean was a time machine. ;) 3D is a technology so i guess you could have said DAB or MiniDiscs.

Personally I do think that 3D TV will come to the household, will it be this variety that is dependant on all viewers having to wear glasses is something we will have to see, however seeing the adverts and knowing $ky and Virgin are setting themselves to be able to cope with 3D TV. I feel it will happen.

3D is not just about popping out at you, but giving things more depth so in turn you appreciate and feel more involved.

3D film making does need a special type of direction, as there is a need to ensure the viewer is not made to feel nauseas or suffer from headaches which tends to happen when 3D films use the standard 2D film practices.

 

[mattytheshrimper]

Has anyone experienced Sky Sports 3D yet?

Is it the future, or just another gimmick that will die a swift death?

3DTV

i saw a trailor the other day in the cinema and showed a few mins of football and it looked amazing, however wouldn't want this at home as i think it would only work in the cinema.

would be great if work cup was shown in cinemas in 3d though.

 

[Kent Shrimper]

Via Twitter @SkyNewsBreak

Sky will launch Europe's first 3D TV channel, Sky 3D, with the Premier League clash, Man U v Chelsea, on April 3

 

[Jack The Flag]

Went to best buy over at Lakeside last weekend watch 3D TV over there really think its a waste of money

 

[adsmithers]

Via Twitter @SkyNewsBreak

Sky will launch Europe's first 3D TV channel, Sky 3D, with the Premier League clash, Man U v Chelsea, on April 3

Wrong ... its on may 7th, man u v chelsea at OT

 

[Usual_Suspect]

Just had an emial from Sky saying it's free to get the channels, you just have to buy the glasses. The TVs seem to be around £1200 on Amazon.

 

[Richard T]

Just had an emial from Sky saying it's free to get the channels, you just have to buy the glasses. The TVs seem to be around £1200 on Amazon.

This will almost certainly be an opening offer from Sky who will then start charging once enough people are using the service.
So unless you are prepaired to pay for it which personally I am not it may not be worth spending much cash to get the channels for free.....