3D TV – Buy Now or Wait?
Three dimensional television or 3D TV refers to a television set that makes use of stereoscopic capture, 3D display, multi-view captures, and other 3D presentation techniques to project a program into a realistically made three-dimensional field. Simply put, it is an emerging technology that lets consumers enjoy 3D movies, TV programs, and video games in the comfort of their own home. A number of TV manufacturers are already selling 3D TVs although many consumers are not very sure whether 3D TV is really the next big thing. Is it time to ride the bandwagon by replacing your old TV set with the new technology? Before you consider getting a new 3D TV for yourself, here are a few things that you may need to consider.
Cost of 3D TV.
If you are thinking of getting a 3D TV this early, one of the things that you should consider is the fact that buying one will cost you a lot for being an early adopter. Compared with their 2D counterparts, 3D TVs will generally cost much higher. For instance, Phillips is selling from $3000-$12,000 depending on the model.
Aside from getting the set, you will also need to have access to 3D broadcast programming – which at this time is extremely limited – to get true 3D content. You will also need to have a 3D Blu-ray player, 3D movies, and 3D glasses that come for a price.
3D TV Content
One of the major concerns about having a 3D TV at home is lack of content. Content is a major limitation right now when it comes to 3D TV. However, the future looks bright since content providers like ESPN, DreamWorks, Discovery, and DirectTV have indicated that by next year, they will be ready to provide content for consumers. You will most likely want to see a wide selection of movies and shows in 3D if you are paying such a high price for a 3D set, although you can still watch 2D content on your 3D TV. Additionally there should be plenty of 3D games coming out in the next year or two. 3D games are already being designed by most video games companies and if you own a PlayStation 3, you will already know that it is 3D compatible.
Should you buy 3D TV?
It is difficult to say what will be the future of 3D TV since it is still in its infancy. Definitely, there is a lot of room for improvement. If you are prepared to wait, the technology will almost certainly get better in the future and as consumer demand increases, prices should start to fall.
About the Author
Neene is a mother and web publisher. For more information on 3D TV technology check out our website where we answer some frequently asked questions about 3D Television Sets.
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