While Sony is showing off 3D features of the PlayStation 3 (PS3) console today at E3, NVIDIA with support of many big names in the PC industry is trying to push the "3D PC" to consumers. Using the popularity of movies like Avatar and Alice in Wonderland, and the selection of PC games that be displayed in 3D with right hardware, NVIDIA argues that a 3D PC offers the broadest solution for ... [ read the full article ]
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By that definition, a PC with a true 3D display (the kind that does not need glasses) would not be considered a 3D PC...and yes, these systems already exist (but the screens are huge and expensive).
3D is the future...it is just a question of how far into the future. I strongly believe there will be a time that we don't need screens or glasses, and we can just beam 3D TV strait into the brain...I think once they figure out how to do this, 3D will take off big!
Step right up and get on the bloody stump of technology!!! I am a fairly early adopter but while I'm sure there will be a standard once it is worth buying you can bet this won't be it. I can't see anything requiring special glasses ($$$) ever taking off.
We don't need glasses now, we just need to have an effect of depth with 3D to be true 3D, but too many companies like projected 3D. Look at how the 3DS handles it; get more HDTVs like that, and it would hit the norm sooner than later. As it is tho, the $ tag is way to high for the average household, where people are satisfied with their recent purchase of 1080p screens.
"This is really getting annoying. Who in the market said we wanted 3D to have a come back?"
I think it was James Cameron.
It will get more acceptance as old TVs die, and having support from existing devices like the PS3 and many existing TVs and monitors also helps 3D. Plus, it won't be long before you can get generic 3D glasses on ebay for $25 shipped...and I think most people would be willing to spend $25 on 3D.
Agree with KillerBug... Think about it, 3D movies cost $13+ a ticket (comparing to $9 for non 3D version). 3D IMAX tickets are around $17+... Now, how cool will it be to watch the 3D movies on your HD TV? I'm sure Toy Story 3D on Blu-ray will attract a lot of attention :)
