3D TV Not Growing as Fast as TV Makers Expected in 2010, but Will Become Mainstream by 2014, with 90 Million+ Shipments

3D TV Not Growing as Fast as TV Makers Expected in 2010, but Will Become Mainstream by 2014, with 90 Million+ Shipments

Figure 1: DisplaySearch 3D TV Shipment Forecast, Source: DisplaySearch

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3D TV is now readily available in retail, but the uptake among consumers has been limited by high prices and lack of content. However, with falling prices, increased content availability, and improvements in technology all expected, there will be tremendous growth in 3D TV shipments over the next few years. DisplaySearch forecasts that 3.2 million 3D TVs will be shipped in 2010, with growth to over 90 million in 2014. Based on this forecast, 3D will grow from 2% of all flat panel TVs shipped in 2010, to 41% in 2014. The emerging 3D TV market is tracked in the latest issue of the DisplaySearch Q3’10 Quarterly TV Design and Features Report.

“While TV manufacturers have bold plans and a lot of new products, consumers remain cautious,” said Paul Gray, Director of TV Electronics Research. “Consumers have been told that 3D TV is the future, but there still remains a huge price jump and little 3D content to watch.”

“North American consumers in particular appear to be playing a waiting game,” noted Paul Gagnon, Director of North America TV Research. “Set makers have trained consumers to expect rapid price falls for new technology, and consumers seem happy to wait a little.” As a result, DisplaySearch forecasts that 3D shipments in North America will be just under 1.6 million this year.

The Quarterly TV Design and Features Report results also found that sales of 3D glasses in Western Europe remain low, with most countries failing to achieve 1:1 sales of glasses to sets.

“This is particularly disappointing,” noted Gray, “A healthy level would be closer to two pairs of 3D glasses per TV, so it’s clear that these sets at best are being chosen for future-proofing, and at worst it’s an indication that consumers cannot buy a premium set without 3D.”

Nevertheless, 3D is a feature that set makers are determined to develop. 3D product choice is expanding fast with increased product launch plans and more set makers adding 3D. Rapidly expanding product offerings and 3D TV set prices have led DisplaySearch to increase its forecast for 3D in later years, with an anticipated 90 million sets being shipped in 2014.

“TV manufacturers strongly believe in 3D and are driving its cost downward, but its value to consumers relies strongly on the availability of quality material to watch,” Gray concluded.

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3D TV ? has the bubble burst or has it just gone momentarily pear shaped ?

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3D TV – has the bubble burst or has it just gone momentarily pear shaped ?

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We are flocking to the cinemas in record numbers to watch the latest 3D movie but we are not flocking to a retailer (or online) to buy a 3D TV ….. so why not? it is the same entertainment medium. 

Sales of 3D Television sets should be much greater than what they are presently and there is one contributing reason that is often overlooked. Simply put – most people do not understand that they can still watch excellent quality standard (2D) HD Digital television and movies on a 3D TV, in most cases at a better quality than non 3D TV sets. And this affects 3D TV sales adversely how? Regardless of the advent of 3D TV the demand for purchases of new television sets remains somewhat of a fluid constant – TV sets age, they break down, people want a bigger screen, they want an extra TV to put in their kids room etc, etc. 

The 3D Bubble has NOT burst – far from it – cinema numbers are up and a major contributing factor is 3D movies – cinema operators are gladly forking out 0k plus per cinema to upgrade to 3D capability (a cinema complex with say 20 cinemas is up for mil at least – many are upgrading on a programmed basis). 

Let’s take a different view of the reasons why you should buy a 3D TV if you are in the market to buy a new TV, why you should seriously consider 3D versus 2D – to do that we firstly need to visit the reasons put forward why not to buy a 3D TV. 

The commonly raised issues behind the burst 3D TV bubble are; 

 1. Lack of available viewing content in 3D, i.e. 3D Movies, 3D Sports, 3D TV shows or even 3d games, 

2. The cost of 3D TV sets, 

3. The economic situation In many countries (the U.S. economy as an example),  

4. The need to wear (uncomfortable) 3d glasses and hence onto #5 

 5 . consumers waiting for 3d glasses free 3D technology. 

So let’s roll the sleeves up and examine each of the above and then maybe re-assess our approach. Each of these reasons have some validity however they are often overstated or overly emphasised by the 3D naysayers (the vocal minority) to justify their viewpoint – that 3D TV will never take off, that it is just a passing fad, etc. 

Content:  Yes there is a lack of 3D content at present – 3d movies, 3d sport, 3d TV shows and even 3d games – so what?  Within a few months there will be over forty (40) 3D Movies released and some new season 2011 TV shows will be available in 3D as will a great number of sporting events. 3D content, mainly 3D Movies and 3D Games will be brimming over within a few months as the networks and production studios continue to pour in obscene volumes of money for the production of more and more 3D viewing content. In the meanwhile the same 3D TV set will provide excellent 2D viewing and you needed a new TV anyway right? You can have those “special” moments watching a 3D movie, not unlike planning to go to the cinema. 

Pricing: 3D TV packages are tumbling faster than an avalanche in the Swiss Alps – and prices are as low as they are likely to get. The price differential between a comparable screen sized HD LED TV and a 3D TV is only a few hundred dollars now (thousands 8 months ago). So you are in the market for a new TV, by spending a few hundred dollars extra you get to watch 3D movies at home – limited content for a few months but after that it will flow and in the meantime you can enjoy a new entertainment medium in the comfort of your own home. 

The Economy: the facts are that the economy is what it is and as consumers we can do little about it – dependant in which country you live determines how tough things are. It still remains that if you are going to buy a new Television in any case, having made the decision that in the economic climate you can afford to do so, then making the decision to go for a 3D TV is a modification of the decision – does spending the extra few hundred dollars change your decision or does it just mean an adjustment to the budget you allowed for a new LED TV?  Prices are always cheaper when the economy is tight – generally a good time to buy if you have done your sums. 

Having to wear 3D Glasses: This is an inconvenience however is generally blown out of proportion. Most of us get by wearing those chunky very uncomfortable 3D Glasses in the cinema and still very much enjoy the experience, the annoyance factor of the 3D glasses is soon forgotten. The types of 3D glasses supplied with or used for 3D TV viewing differ greatly from those used in the cinemas and are generally much more comfortable. Just like reading glasses you will soon be able to buy the style and comfort of glasses frames you like and have 3D lenses put in them by your local optometrist shop. Even 3D Contact Lenses will soon be available. In the meantime it should be considered that the amount of time you would be wearing the 3D glasses is about the same as in the cinema so it is a small inconvenience for a wonderful experience. 

Waiting for Glasses Free 3D: This is something everyone is waiting for with bated breath however you may need to have a large scuba tank nearby because it could be a long wait. Toshiba were going to release a 3D glasses free 3D TV in early 2011 however they have now shelved the release indefinitely, presumably for one of two reasons, it doesn’t work as well as expected or needed to so as to be accepted by consumers, or the cost is prohibitive. The advent of readily available, reliable, practical and affordable no 3D glasses technology in 3D TV sets will pretty much resolve the current reluctance to buy 3D Television sets. The key is practical – the biggest single advantage will be the ability to watch the screen from any angle and whilst moving around. Currently for 3D Television viewing with electronic shutter 3D glasses you need to sit still and also need to be in the “window” – the optimum viewing distance from the screen (and indeed relative height), and that varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. 

So the issues that adversely affect the decision by consumers not to buy a 3D TV are real however if looked at objectively then the argument against buying one is less persuasive – particularly if you take into account the worlds’ best kept secret. 

3D TV sets provide excellent Full High Definition 2D quality – often better than non 3D Television sets – so in buying a 3D TV you are in essence buying 2 Televisions in one !!, a superb quality Full High Definition 2D TV with 3D capability so you can get some additional entertainment value (for a few hundred dollars extra) 

But are the manufacturers 3D Televisions telling us that? – are the retailers of 3D TV sets telling us that? – are the marketing gurus telling us that in their 3D TV advertising? The answer is a definitive NO in all 3 cases. 

Here is a different way to look at things and possibly justify buying a 3D TV rather than a standard 2D HD / FHD Television set (HD = High Definition, FHD = Full High Definition). 

1.       The prices of 3D TV sets have dropped dramatically and are comparable to standard 2D TVs 

2.       3D Content, primarily 3D movies, 3D games and 3D sport will be flowing very soon. 

3.       The economy may be this way for a long time – it is more likely however to get better at some point than worse. 

4.       Wearing the 3D glasses is not such a big hassle at all when you come down to it. 

5.       No 3D glasses 3D TV technology is still some way off and will need to be a universally accepted standard to be successful – so different manufacturers will have to agree upon a suitable platform (like they have with Blu-ray tm.) 

So is there a suggestion being made here that you should rush out and buy a 3D TV – no not at all, however if you are going to buy a new TV do not dismiss the choice of a 3D TV lightly – think of it as a superb FHD LED TV that also provides 3D immersive entertainment.

 

by Mike O’Shannessy: webmaster – www.3DTelevisionChoices.com  16 November 2010

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Unity’s 3D Game Engine Achieves Rapid Adoption By Leading Game Developers and Content Creators

San Francisco, CA (PRWEB) February 20, 2008

Game Developers Conference – Feb. 18, 2008 – Unity Technologies, a 3D game development tool provider for creating console-quality web games, today showcased Tennis Stars Cup from ThreeMelons and Off-Road Velociraptor Safari by Flashbang Studios. Unity also featured a first-of-its-kind game odyssey launched this month by the world’s leading space and science visionary, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL). These signature projects are among a growing roster of premiere game developers and visualization professionals who are embracing Unity as the new, definitive tool in content creation for today’s increasingly sophisticated 3D web environment.

Today, Unity also makes its formal debut at the Game Developers Conference, showcasing Unity 2.0. Leveraging the Unity team’s extensive experience in game development, Unity delivers a no-friction workflow for easier game development, high-performance 3D rendering, physics and streaming for fast loading immersive worlds, as well as a combination of innovative technologies for creating visually superior content.

“Unity is the only game engine on the market today that addresses the unique needs of the developer and publisher alike. For the game developer, Unity’s team collaboration tools obliterate workflow issues – resulting in significant time-to-market wins,” said David Helgason, CEO and co-founder of Unity Technologies. “For the publisher, Unity delivers a seamless download where the gamer remains on the content page. For the gamer, there’s no payload, no registration required – just delivery of console-quality web games that play on virtually any system, new or old.”

As a result, Unity is winning high-profile gaming converts including ThreeMelons and Flashbang Studios. Other key Unity customers include Trigger and Smashing Ideas who are working with media behemoths to create best of breed, 3D web games using Unity. Details of these projects will be unveiled in Q2 2008.

ThreeMelons & Flashbang Studios Release Console-Quality Online Games

This January two new Unity-built games debuted – ThreeMelons released Tennis Stars Cup at http://www.shockwave.com/gamelanding/tennisstarscup.jsp and Flashbang Studios released Off-Road Velociraptor Safari (Raptor Safari) at http://raptorsafari.com/.

ThreeMelons is an advergaming company that uses videogames to generate customers and bolster brand. Last October, ThreeMelons first submitted a tennis game demo to Unity’s Top DOG (Developer of Online Games) Contest, which ultimately won the attention of Shockwave.com – one of the most popular online gaming sites.

“We wanted to create high-quality games on the web and Unity is the only realistic option. It’s incredibly easy to learn, and very powerful. I’ve worked with several 3D engines in the past, and there’s truly no comparison,” said Joaquin Estragó, the lead developer at ThreeMelons. “The prototyping is direct and with an extremely quick turn-around. In Tennis Stars Cup, we had a working prototype within a week of starting.”

Both ThreeMelons and Flashbang required a 3D game development tool with a highly efficient workflow that delivered console-like graphics and great game play. However, Flashbang also had a seemingly impossible deadline.

“Unity had everything that we needed to make a great game. Our only hesitation was if we could learn the ‘ins and outs’ of this new tool without a significant time investment. Within a few days, we knew we would make our first deadline and that Unity would become a mainstay of Flashbang productions,” said Matthew Wegner, CEO of Flashbang Studios. “Unity provided the smoothest experience we’ve had in five years of game development and ultimately, it enabled us to deliver Raptor Safari in only eight short weeks.”

ThreeMelons and Flashbang are currently working on new projects – again both of which will be developed using Unity.

NASA/JPL Debut First-of-its-kind Game Odyssey

In addition to conventional game developers, the Unity engine is being used by visualization experts to develop the first-of-its-kind video game odyssey for NASA JPL. The project, “Cassini at Saturn Interactive Explorer” (CASSIE), showcases a 10-year mission to Saturn, which began in 1997 with the launch of the Cassini-Huygens satellite.

JPL engineers took real mission data from the spacecraft – boiled down multiple gigabyte files into a few megabytes — and developed a game-like environment using Unity. The result was CASSIE – a game-like odyssey that appeals to a general populace and is accessible to museums and science centers regardless of hardware.

The CASSIE expedition tracks the satellite over a three-and-a-half year period as it moves along its course and performs maneuvers as planned by mission scientists and navigators. In addition, the user can take control of the “camera” viewing the satellite to change its view and focus on the details of Saturn or its encounters with seven of the planet’s mysterious moons.

Due to the success of CASSIE, NASA JPL is developing a second version and yet another game-like odyssey using Unity, which will explore a mission to Jupiter’s largest moon, Europa. The “Europa Explorer” project is expected to debut in March 2008. To explore Saturn and its many moons via CASSIE, visit: http://saturn.jpl.nasa.gov/multimedia/CASSIE/.

About Unity Technologies

Unity Technologies is a 3D game development tool provider, enabling the creation of totally dynamic online content that rivals the newest games on the console market. Based in Copenhagen with offices in San Francisco, CA, Unity provides tools to game developers and creative visualization professionals alike to deliver the best 3D web content. The Unity engine is currently being used by leading game developers, educational institutions and industry visionaries including: Smashing Ideas, Trigger, Freeverse, Shockwave.com, NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Flashbang Studios, ThreeMelons and Skyworks Technologies. For more information, visit www.unity3d.com.

Editorial Note:

Unity will be showcasing its technology at the Game Developers Conference, Moscone Center in San Francisco, Feb. 18-22 at booth # 5650. The Unity booth is located in the North Hall, nearest the concession stand.

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Duquesa Marketing Appointed Managing Consultants for 3-D Underwater Graphics Project

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3-D visual technology was developed in the mid-1950s for viewing comic books and movies and has remained in use to this day. However, 3-D will be the entering a new atmosphere later this year when introduced to the market as an underwater viewing vehicle for use in swimming pools.

Duquesa Marketing, Inc. (DMI) announced today that 3-D Underwater Graphics (3-D UG) has appointed the international marketing consulting firm to act as managing consultants for the final development, offshore production and market launch of 3-D UG this fall.

“The opportunity for 3-D UG is immense”, said Geoff Ficke, President of DMI. “We are designing a number of series of poster sized art to affix to pool sides and bottoms. The ability to utilize 3-D technology makes this a fun, exciting viewing experience. People that experience it, love it. 3-D UG has home, corporate and affinity logo applications such as NASCAR, NFL and NCAA”.

“Our goal is to have the 3-D UG ready for market launch this autumn, before the 2007 swim season,” said Nancy Ficke, General Manager of DMI. “The product has passed every type of abuse test we could concoct and has proven very durable. We anticipate the 3-D UG will be used seasonally and then replaced annually with updated design series.”

Pricing and final art for the launch are being perfected now. 3-D UG will be sold in series sets of four or more and will self-adhere to any smooth pool surface. DMI anticipates that the ability to inexpensively customize pool surfaces with corporate branding ads, whimsical nautical and beach scenes and team banners will prove a top-selling pool accessory item.

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Why would someone want to purchase an 3d led tv?

Question by sandip: Why would someone want to purchase an 3d led tv?
Why would someone want to purchase an 3d led tv?

Best answer:

Answer by Tony R
In a 3d movie you have to have two images of everything. One for the left eye and one for the right. Then they have to be to the right and left of each other at different distances so they look like they are in front of or behind the screen. Or over lap as one image too look like they are at screen level. Now anaglyph 3d that uses glasses in two colors like red and cyan ( a blue green), green and magenta, yellow and blue, must have the two images those same colors. So if your glasses are red and cyan then all images for the right eye must be say red and all the left images cyan. Then the lenses block the opposite color so each eye only gets one image. Since they use color for the 3d effect any color tv and dvd player can do this 3d format.

Most people don’t like anaglyph 3d. To do the other two 3d formats 1. polarized like in theaters or 2. field sequential that uses the shutter glasses you have to have a tv that can do them because they don’t use color for the 3d effect.

For polarized you have to have half the pixels give out one polarized light wave and the other half give out a second polarized light wave, or have the pixels switch between two light waves some how. Then each lens of the glasses only let one light wave through. That way you can get one image to each eye. A regular tv was never made to do such a thing.

For field sequential you have shutter glasses. One lens will open while the other one closes and they do this back and forth very fast . Then when one lens is open the image for that eye flashes on screen. Giving each eye one image. Again you have to have a tv that can handle switching between to images and you need hardware to tell when the lenses of the glasses need to open and close. Plus you need a dvd player that can read the extra information of the movie in field sequential 3d.

Both polarized and field sequential 3d look the same, they just work different. Almost all tv’s are going to use field sequential. Very few will use polarized.

Add your own answer in the comments!

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Will RealD 3D glassess that we get in the cinema work for Samsung 3D TV or for any other 3D TV?

Question by ComputerGenious#1: Will RealD 3D glassess that we get in the cinema work for Samsung 3D TV or for any other 3D TV?
I have a lot of 3D glasses from the theater and will they work with the 3D Tvs and which tv will they work for. Also tell me if u tested them.

Best answer:

Answer by William W
No. The 3D TV ones have internal electronics to control their shutters. Theater ones are simple polarized lenses.

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