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Sony and CBS unveil 3D consumer research centre

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Sony and CBS unveil 3D consumer research centre

As consumers get their heads around all things high definition, the next big thing is 3D TV. We already know that a number of consumer electronics companies and broadcasters are pushing full steam ahead with plans to launch hardware and programming in 3D, and now Sony and CBS have partnered to open up a 3D Consumer Research Centre. Located in the CBS Television City research facility at the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, it’s designed to be “a dedicated resource devoted to studying 3D in all its forms”. That’s according to Sony Electronics’ executive VP and CMO, Mike Fasulo. Created in two zones, one section will focus Read more »

Best of CES 2010 (Part One): 3DTV, Audio, Display, Processors, Gadgets

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Best of CES 2010 (Part One): 3DTV, Audio, Display, Processors, Gadgets

It’s Consumer Electronics Show time again, folks, which means many tech people camp out in Las Vegas to see what the big (and not so big) players in the world of consumer electronics have to offer for the coming year. Not all of it’s brand new, but CES is a great place to showcase it. There are geekier conventions, of course, but what would it be if Forever Geek didn’t give a decent nod Vegas way and showcase some of this year’s highlights. The show is still rolling as we speak, so we may not have captured all the best bits yet. Still, let’s take a look at what’s hot Read more »

Toshiba intros powerful Cell TV system

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Toshiba intros powerful Cell TV system

For those of you keeping up with the latest display technology, here’s one from Toshiba: Cell TV. The fact is, manufacturers have crammed so many intensive functions into today’s televisions that high-end processors are a must. Gone are the days of a CRT blindly pushing out a picture one line at a time ad infinitum. These days, every pixel can be controlled on-the-fly to ensure the best picture is produced on our favourite LCD or plasma set. Now, Cell TV is designed for the high-end TV market, boasting some 143 times more processing power than available in current TV models. It fits with an improved display panel with a Direct Read more »

Dedicated 3DTV network coming to US as Sony, Discovery and IMAX partner

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Dedicated 3DTV network coming to US as Sony, Discovery and IMAX partner

While many consumers are still getting their heads around high definition TV, the march onto the next big thing continues in earnest, with news today that the US will get its first 24/7 3D TV channel… sometime. Sony, Discovery and IMAX have agreed to work on a channel that will show a range of programming that will make the most of the three-dimensional experience, including natural history, space exploration, adventure, engineering, science, technology, movies and kids programmes. Most people are aware of the global impact IMAX has had, as well as the sort of output Discovery is capable of, and naturally Sony is keen to boast its 3D credentials. Sony Read more »

2010 FIFA World Cup to be filmed in 3D by Sony

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2010 FIFA World Cup to be filmed in 3D by Sony

Followers of high definition and 3D TV have known for some time that Sony is just one of the companies looking towards a three-dimensional future for a range of its TVs, Blu-ray players, laptops and other gear. Now, thanks to a deal with FIFA, the governing body of world football, up to 25 games from next year’s World Cup in South Africa will be filmed using professional 3D cameras. Given that HDTV itself is only starting to catch on in a big way (in comparison to regular TV, and bearing in mind that some people think they’re watching high definition when they’re not), I can’t see adoption of 3DTV being Read more »