3-D tv & Blu-ray player

[marc kopite]

Having done some research latley i found that in 2010 retailers will be selling 3D TV & BLU RAY PLAYERS.

Even though the cost of this equipment is in the region of £9.000

This has to be a must for all Movie lovers. Personally myself i would very much like to experience this in my own house but the price is way to much.

What are your thoughts does anybody already own one because they are already available outside the UK.

[REPLAY]

Originally Posted by marc kopite

Having done some research latley i found that in 2010 retailers will be selling 3D TV & BLU RAY PLAYERS.

Even though the cost of this equipment is in the region of £9.000

This has to be a must for all Movie lovers. Personally myself i would very much like to experience this in my own house but the price is way to much.

What are your thoughts does anybody already own one because they are already available outside the UK.

Not Interested in 3D until you don't have to wear glasses!!!!!!!!!

[gonk]

It is not available anywhere. BDA just finalized the 3D spec within the last month, and no manufacturers will have hardware before mid-2010. As for 3D-capable HDTV's, we probably won't know anything about prices or availability until next week at CES.

Personally, I'm not excited about 3D at all. The need to replace gear (both display and player) just for this feature seems pretty onerous, especially when the available content that makes good use of it will be limited and you'll need to wear glasses to use it.

[that1guystudios]

Originally Posted by gonk

It is not available anywhere. BDA just finalized the 3D spec within the last month, and no manufacturers will have hardware before mid-2010. As for 3D-capable HDTV's, we probably won't know anything about prices or availability until next week at CES.

Personally, I'm not excited about 3D at all. The need to replace gear (both display and player) just for this feature seems pretty onerous, especially when the available content that makes good use of it will be limited and you'll need to wear glasses to use it.

Some people will not have to replace displays. 3-D is capable of being backwards compatible with certain tv's that have a refresh rate of 120hz or higher. Also some will use polarized glasses which cost on average about $1. Also the best selling blu-ray player (the PS3) is backwards compatible.
So if you are in my situation, I may only need to buy a few adapters.
Some people like 3-D. Some people don't. I think that 3-D is something the next generation is more interested in. My little sisters and lots of teens prefer 3-D films. It's all in the eyes of the beholder.

[ronjones]

Originally Posted by that1guypictures

Some people will not have to replace displays. 3-D is capable of being backwards compatible with certain tv's that have a refresh rate of 120hz or higher. . . . .

The vast majority of 120 Hz HDTVs do not accept a 1080p input at 120 Hz nor have the capability to accept two 1080p/24 input video streams and as a result are not compatible with the new 3D standard. The only HDTVs that I'm aware of that will be upgradable, via an adapter, are certain models of DLP rear projection TVs from Mitsubishi and Samsung that were sold starting in 2007 as being 3D ready. Mits has announced they will sell an adapter to provide the interface that will conform to the new 3D standard for Blu-ray Discs and connect to these HDTVs existing 3D input. I'm not aware of any existing LCD or Plasma flat panel HDTVs (except for a few 22 inch and smaller LCD computer monitors) that are compatible, or upgradable, for the new 3D standard even with external adapters.

[that1guystudios]

Originally Posted by ronjones

The vast majority of 120 Hz HDTVs do not accept a 1080p input at 120 Hz nor have the capability to accept two 1080p/24 input video streams and as a result are not compatible with the new 3D standard. The only HDTVs that I'm aware of that will be upgradable, via an adapter, are certain models of DLP rear projection TVs from Mitsubishi and Samsung that were sold starting in 2007 as being 3D ready. Mits has announced they will sell an adapter to provide the interface that will conform to the new 3D standard for Blu-ray Discs and connect to these HDTVs existing 3D input. I'm not aware of any existing LCD or Plasma flat panel HDTVs (except for a few 22 inch and smaller LCD computer monitors) that are compatible, or upgradable, for the new 3D standard even with external adapters.

Mu understanding is that most current displays may not be able to display the FULL new standard, (1080p x 2) but there will be displays that can display 3-D content (in 1080i x2 , 720p x2, 480p x2) with adapters using checkerboard format, or interlaced 3-D format.

[BluElite]

All I know is I think its absurd to make everyone re-buy every damn component JUST for 3D. That feature sounds more like a side show than a main attraction. I mean, I could understand the major upgrade for 2k x 4k TVs but only 3D??? That's a bit of a stretch. These guys need to seriously reconfigure things if they plan on being successful with 3D. I personally am not going to run out and re-buy the same high end equipment just to watch a perfect 1080p 24 movie in 3D. Lets make SOME existing component compatible, geez; I have to buy a new TV, receiver, player AND cables?! Common...

[obriensg1]

I will buy a new TV if need be but I don't want glasses!!! Also, I should be able to reuse my HDMI cables and I WILL NOT buy another player. Update my PS3. I don't care how, just do it. PS3 should be able to get a software update easily enough

[Blove23]

There's no way of getting around the glasses people. Technology for the early 80's and reselling it at news. I'll be just fine with my Pioneer Elite and Oppo bu-ray player for a long time. The only thing I may think of upgrading is my receiver and that only for more HDMI inputs and outputs.

Don't get caught up in the hype!

[lobo81865]

Originally Posted by Blove23

There's no way of getting around the glasses people. Technology for the early 80's and reselling it at news. I'll be just fine with my Pioneer Elite and Oppo bu-ray player for a long time. The only thing I may think of upgrading is my receiver and that only for more HDMI inputs and outputs.

Don't get caught up in the hype!

Same here. Heck, I haven't even finished paying off the TV I have.

[gekke henkie]

Most responses here are solely from peoples own perspective and are quite short-sighted IMHO. The question is not about you re-buying everything you just bought, is it? There are tons of people buying new equipment. Every single day, thousends and thousends of displays and players are sold worldwide. Maybe not to you specifically, but please think outside your own home .

The question (to me at least) is: If there are two displays on the shelve in a store, the left one is $1,500 and 2D-capable, and the right one is (for example) $1,700 and 3D-capable, in what quantities are these displays sold . Some will choose the cheaper one, some will choose the 3D-one. Same analogy for the players. A major success-breaker will probably be the relative price-difference (I think).

By the way, I still do not understand why so many people refuse to wear glasses. Many people wear regular glasses every day, most people wear sunglasses (some even inside the mall, because of their 'image'). So, why not wear glasses in a 3D-theatre, or when watching a movie at home? Of course, taking into account that we will soon see many fashionable 3D-glasses to hit the market, some from major brands, most from China though. Would you buy D&G 3D-glasses (if affordable)?

[FlipperWasIrish]

Originally Posted by gekke henkie

Would you buy D&G 3D-glasses (if affordable)?

Nope, I do not like 3D, it gives me headaches.

[Blove23]

Originally Posted by gekke henkie

Most responses here are solely from peoples own perspective and are quite short-sighted IMHO. The question is not about you re-buying everything you just bought, is it? There are tons of people buying new equipment. Every single day, thousends and thousends of displays and players are sold worldwide. Maybe not to you specifically, but please think outside your own home .

The question (to me at least) is: If there are two displays on the shelve in a store, the left one is $1,500 and 2D-capable, and the right one is (for example) $1,700 and 3D-capable, in what quantities are these displays sold . Some will choose the cheaper one, some will choose the 3D-one. Same analogy for the players. A major success-breaker will probably be the relative price-difference (I think).

By the way, I still do not understand why so many people refuse to wear glasses. Many people wear regular glasses every day, most people wear sunglasses (some even inside the mall, because of their 'image'). So, why not wear glasses in a 3D-theatre, or when watching a movie at home? Of course, taking into account that we will soon see many fashionable 3D-glasses to hit the market, some from major brands, most from China though. Would you buy D&G 3D-glasses (if affordable)?

I understand what you are saying, but lets be honest those people that wear glasses in the mall do not wear them in their homes when watching tv. People who wear glasses everyday have to because they can't see without them. Ask someone that wears glasses, if they had an option to wear glasses or not have them at all; they would prefer not to have them.

Why are they reselling old technology? No one can answer that question

[Halcro 1]

Originally Posted by BluElite

All I know is I think its absurd to make everyone re-buy every damn component JUST for 3D. That feature sounds more like a side show than a main attraction. I mean, I could understand the major upgrade for 2k x 4k TVs but only 3D??? That's a bit of a stretch. These guys need to seriously reconfigure things if they plan on being successful with 3D. I personally am not going to run out and re-buy the same high end equipment just to watch a perfect 1080p 24 movie in 3D. Lets make SOME existing component compatible, geez; I have to buy a new TV, receiver, player AND cables?! Common...

Tell tis to someone who bought a DVD player 5 years ago... Technology marches on.... Dont Hate

[callas01]

Originally Posted by gonk

It is not available anywhere. BDA just finalized the 3D spec within the last month, and no manufacturers will have hardware before mid-2010. As for 3D-capable HDTV's, we probably won't know anything about prices or availability until next week at CES.

Personally, I'm not excited about 3D at all. The need to replace gear (both display and player) just for this feature seems pretty onerous, especially when the available content that makes good use of it will be limited and you'll need to wear glasses to use it.

Originally Posted by gekke henkie

Most responses here are solely from peoples own perspective and are quite short-sighted IMHO. The question is not about you re-buying everything you just bought, is it? There are tons of people buying new equipment. Every single day, thousends and thousends of displays and players are sold worldwide. Maybe not to you specifically, but please think outside your own home .

The question (to me at least) is: If there are two displays on the shelve in a store, the left one is $1,500 and 2D-capable, and the right one is (for example) $1,700 and 3D-capable, in what quantities are these displays sold . Some will choose the cheaper one, some will choose the 3D-one. Same analogy for the players. A major success-breaker will probably be the relative price-difference (I think).

By the way, I still do not understand why so many people refuse to wear glasses. Many people wear regular glasses every day, most people wear sunglasses (some even inside the mall, because of their 'image'). So, why not wear glasses in a 3D-theatre, or when watching a movie at home? Of course, taking into account that we will soon see many fashionable 3D-glasses to hit the market, some from major brands, most from China though. Would you buy D&G 3D-glasses (if affordable)?

I read just a minute ago that they expect the Sony XBR-LX900 60" to be up over $7000. It may be a little while before the average joe is buying them.

[aggienader08]

My question is for anyone with enough knowledge on the matter to answer:

I have a 42LG70 120Hz HDTV, a PS3 (supposedly firmware upgradeable to 3D), and a Pioneer HD receiver. Will I be able to watch polarized 3D (is that what the new tech is referred to as?) at all?

[IceFox]

Originally Posted by aggienader08

My question is for anyone with enough knowledge on the matter to answer:

I have a 42LG70 120Hz HDTV, a PS3 (supposedly firmware upgradeable to 3D), and a Pioneer HD receiver. Will I be able to watch polarized 3D (is that what the new tech is referred to as?) at all?

No you won't!

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polarized_3D_glasses

[guitarist155]

MY take on this is that I won't give up FP for a 3D tv.. I would much rather keep my projector with the 135 screen than a 40in 3D tv.. I think the screen size does more for the experience than the 3D. now when they have the home 3D projectors I will be interested but probably broke lol

[Craig02]

This may sound like a really stupid question but what is the quality like? Its obviously going to be better than the current crappy 3D home options but is it anywhere near as good as the cinema?

Im quite uneducated in the 3D department

3D really dosent add to the experience for me, I see it more as a novelty but thats just my opinion

[Celerony]

Originally Posted by Blove23

I understand what you are saying, but lets be honest those people that wear glasses in the mall do not wear them in their homes when watching tv. People who wear glasses everyday have to because they can't see without them. Ask someone that wears glasses, if they had an option to wear glasses or not have them at all; they would prefer not to have them.

Refusal of wearing 3-D glasses just into your living room, OK!
But if you have a dedicated HT (like me), why not?
Call it a part of the ''ritual''!