DisplaySearch announced that it forecasts 3.4 million 3D TVs to be shipped in 2010, with the market expected to reach 42.9 million in 2014.
According to the statement, based on this forecast, 3D TV market penetration is expected to grow from a 5% share of total flat panel TVs in 2010 to 37% in 2014. The [...]
3D TV Shipments to Reach 43 Million in 2014
Panasonic Unveils HDC-SDT750 Consumer 3D Camcorder
Panasonic announced its HDC-SDT750 consumer camcorder, which includes a 3D conversion lens that enables the unit to shoot 3D video content.
According to the statement, in addition to shooting 3D, the Panasonic HDC-SDT750 can record full 1080p High Definition (HD) in AVCHD, when the 3D conversion lens is unattached, and includes powerful features such as a [...]
Panasonic Unveils DMP-BDT100 Blu-ray 3D Player
Panasonic announced that it has expanded its line of Full HD 3D Blu-ray Disc players to include the new DMP-BDT100.
According to the statement, the DMP-BDT100, available in August, joins the DMP-BDT300 and DMP-BDT350 in providing superior 2D and 3D picture quality, as well as innovative features such as VIERA CAST internet functionality.
Marantz Launches UD7005 and UD5005 Blu-ray 3D Players
Marantz America announced two new Blu-ray 3D players, the UD7005 ($899), which will replace the BD7004 and be available in September and the UD5005 ($499), which replaces the BD5004 and will be available next month.
AIX to Demo Blu-ray 3D Music Albums at AXPONA 2011
AXPONA Audio Expo’s organizers announced that the 2011 show will include the first demonstrations of AIX Records’ “3D Music Albums” heard through state-of-the-art audio equipment.
According to the statement, AIX just completed shooting several music video albums in state-of-the-art 3D video and high definition audio that will be released in the new Blu-ray 3D format.
Sharp Unveils Blu-ray Recorders with 3D and BDXL Support
Sharp Corporation announced that it will introduce two new AQUOS Blu-ray Disc recorders featuring support for Blu-ray 3D playback as well as the new BDXL format. The BD-HDW700 and BD-HDW70 recorders will be available in Japan beginning July 30, 2010.
According to the statement, in addition to Blu-ray 3D, the BD-HDW700 and BD-HDW70 are the first [...]
Blu-ray Player Shipments to Exceed 62.5 Million in 2011
ABI Research announced that it expects worldwide Blu-ray Disc (BD) player shipments to more than double between 2009 and the end of 2010 and total more than 62.5 million in 2011.
According to the statement, in North America standalone Blu-ray players are expected to reach almost 18% penetration among TV-owning households, up from just over 7% [...]
CyberLink BD Advisor Verifies Blu-ray 3D Compatibility
CyberLink Corp. announced the release of CyberLink BD & 3D Advisor for free download, helping users verify whether their computer is capable of enjoying Blu-ray 3D discs.
LG Electronic Chooses CyberLink PowerDVD 3D
CyberLink Corp. announced that LG Electronics will bundle CyberLink PowerDVD 3D with its 3D desktop PC systems.
According to the statement, LG Electronics’ 3D Desktop PC System comes with the performance of an Intel Core i5 processor combined with a Nvidia GeForce GTS 250 graphics card and Blu-ray or DVD optical drive. To top it off, [...]