3D TV has got to be one of the coolest inventions of recent years. Ever since many of us were children we imagined a world with flying cars and 3D TVs. More recently manufacturers have been seriously discussing the arrival of 3D TV into our homes.
Finally the year 2010 brought 3D TV into our living rooms. The catalyst for the introduction of 3D TVs was the increasing number of films released in 3D mode in the cinema. James Cameron’s Avatar which was the first film to be filmed with a special 3D camera surely played a large part. With a large amount of films now showing in 3D this can be recreated in the home.
It will however take quite a while for 3D TV to be widespread this is because as with any new technology the initial models are expensive. Taking a look at the transition from analogue to digital this took about 10 years. But analysts say the 3D television will penetrate our homes much faster than this.
The major TV manufacturers are all behind the 3D television revolution. Samsung, LG, Panasonic and Sony all have 3D TV models. Not only are the TV makers behind the technology but television broadcasters are also providing 3D content. Sky, The Discovery Channel and ESPN all have 3D programs and planned.
Take a look at this video it from CES. For those of you who don’t know CES stands for consumer electronics show. The show is held in January each year and has been running for 40 years. The show exhibits the latest and emerging technologies.
The video mentions that blu-ray technology is also going to incorporate 3D so it will be the best way to enjoy home movies in the future.
Although 3DTV is very cool the glasses could become a problem for example how many pairs do you purchase. Perhaps you are a couple and you have two sets of 3D TV glasses what happens when you invite friends round? Will everyone carry around their own pair of 3D glasses?
Not only are they annoying for people who aren’t used to wearing glasses but Samsung have issued a health warning about wearing 3D glasses. The warnings state children and teens should be supervised, and that an epileptic seizure or stroke could occur.
Samsung also recommend pregnant women the elderly and sufferers with a serious medical condition refrain from wearing the glasses. It even goes so far to suggest the sleep deprived and intoxicated do not use 3D glasses.
3D glasses have been said to cause motion sickness and could have after effects leaving you feel disorientated. I personally think they are giving these warnings to prevent any law suits.
There may however be some hope for those who really do not get on with the 3D glasses and this is 3D TV without glasses. There are some manufacturers who are investigating this technology so this may become more popular as time goes on.
Thinking of buying a 3D TV check out these 3D Tvs from Samsung