Archive for the ‘Video’ Category

A handful of players are currently competing for a slice of the 3D active-shutter glasses market. But very little has been said about the passive screen technology that is starting to emerge in the form of TVs and laptop screens.

Gunnmar Optiks have noticed this growth area, and have approached the 3D glasses market in a different way.

Instead of the plastickey budget feel that dominates most active-shutter designs, the company has released a stylish metallic range of goggles for viewing pleasure. Read the rest of this entry »

Much speculation has been made about the lack of content for owners of 3D-enabled home entertainment equipment.

But DirecTV has done their best to fill the content void this morning, launching a dedicated 3D network that is said to broadcast 3D content around the clock. Read the rest of this entry »

After all the talk we have had about 3D glasses and their claims to universality during the week, Sony have spited us by releasing some standalone 3D goggles to help view their impressive 3D TV catalogue.

In the Sony range, only the LX900 series comes with a set of glasses in the box, so all other shoppers are left to find their own sets like those pictured above. Read the rest of this entry »

Sick of staring into the blank, flat desktop of a Windows operating system?

The PC community was sent into a spin during the week when some leaked images of slides circulated, revealing details of the next Microsoft operating system, Windows 8, that is currently in development. Read the rest of this entry »

Korean electronics manufacturer LG has shown its commitment to a 3D future with the release of their entry model 3D Blu-ray disc player.

The LG BX580 brags some decent specs, and hints at good things to come from the manufacturer, which has received a big boost in its 3D TV sales during the 3D broadcasting of the World Cup. Read the rest of this entry »

In an upgrade of their existing 3D camera range, maunfacturers 3D Film Factory have redesigned their rigs for supposed greater accuracy.

The new rigs are said to have a rebuilt mounting system for all side-by-side and beam-splitter rigs,  enabling users to to achieve “perfect allignment” while shooting. Read the rest of this entry »

A 3D application is exploring the potential of portable 3D software, offering 3D maps of cities around the world in a package called Mobile 3D Cities.

The software, developed by French company Newscape, follows the success of the Google Earth iPad application, and takes the streets of Paris into the third dimension. Read the rest of this entry »

The blockbuster 3D sequels are starting to roll out of Hollywood, as it seems the studios are finally realising the potential profits of such ventures, even if they require massive initial capital outlay.

And as the producers’ purse strings loosen, the technology improves, and audiences are enjoying ever-greater 3D spectacles. Read the rest of this entry »

In a world first, a traditional Muay Thai fight scene will be beamed around the world in full 3D glory via the world wide web.

Not for the squeamish, such live close-up action is perfect as content for 3D viewing as it can take the audience ringside. Read the rest of this entry »

Aiptek, the Taiwanese manufacturer of electronic goods, continues to ride the 3D wave with their second 3D-enabled gadget unveiling of just this month.

This time round, its a 3D digital viewer, aptly titled the Portable 3D Photo and Video Display, which features a 7″ parallax LCD display that shows off 3D content smartly without the need for special glasses. Read the rest of this entry »