It is really surprising when we realise that 3D has been around for decades, there are movies dating back to sixties that were film in 3D of course the effect is not quite to standard of James Cameron’s “Avatar” but then again those filmmakers had limited budgets. but today 3D is creeping into all sorts of sectors and in this Top Five we are going to be looking at just a few of these technological breakthroughs and just to see if 3D is really all it is being cracked up to be!
Panasonic launch the LUMIX 3D1 camera
The doubles lens feature gives this camera away being capable of taking 3D video and images, but it can also take traditional 2D images and video too, because sometimes 2D is enough and it is great for the consumer to have a choice! However, there is much more to the LUMIX 3D1 making it 3D entertainment device.
According to Darin Pepple, who is the Senior Product Manager, Imaging, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company;
“Panasonic continues to lead the industry in 3D entertainment, giving consumers the opportunity to create their own content and then view it within their homes, and the new LUMIX 3D1 is an innovative digital camera that excels with its 3D imaging technologies, but also offers outstanding 2D photo capture options. With its twin-lens design, the LUMIX 3D1 can even shoot HD video through one lens and 2D photos from the other – thus getting still and moving content simultaneously, a unique shooting feature which Panasonic provides so users can stretch their creativity.”
Prices will start at around $500
Source [Coolest Gadgets]
New 3D with no screens required
This is new 3D technology, it requires no screen in order to display an image, like a hologram, it projects the actual 3D image into thin air using a selection of green, red and blue lasers. This tech was initially worked on by AIST and Keio University back in 2006, but finished off by Burton who is currently showing this tech off!
According to the developers of new True 3D technology, Burton, they said;
“Most current 3D devices project pictures onto a 2D screen, and make the pictures appear 3D through an optical illusion. However, this device actually shows images in mid-air, so a feature of this system is that it enables 3D objects to be viewed naturally. This system can create about 50,000 dots per second, and its frame rate is currently about 10-15 fps. But we’re working to improve the frame rate to 24-30 fps.”
This is new tech and so is not on sale!
Source [Geeky Gadgets]
Clip on 3D glasses
Going to the movies is cool, watching the latest 3D movie is even cooler and yet wearing a pair of glasses that somebody else has worn, that is not so cool! If you are already a wearer of glasses then you have a double problem, unless of course, you have a pair of these brilliant clip on glasses from LG, they cost around $20 and you know where they have been!
These are the features and details for the LG AG-F220 Cinema 3D Glasses;
Bring the 3D movie theatre experience home and personalize it to your own glasses. LG’s Cinema Clip On 3D glasses are ready to attach to your existing glasses to deliver a Cinema 3D entertainment experience.
Priced at around $20
Source [Oh Gizmo]
Turning the iPhone into 3D
For the iPhone owner there are stacks of gaming apps available and some are 3D capable too, but the iPhone is not or so we thought! It seems that with this cool red viewing box, the iPhone becomes 3D and it looks cool too, but not if you are on the bus to work, we think!
These are the features and specs for the Super 3DBoy iPhone Game System;
Bring your iPhone gaming to the next level with eye-popping 3D visuals
Works with your existing iPhone, just slot into the top of the Super 3DBoy and begin gaming
Play your favourite games like Angry Birds and Infinity Blade in true 3D
Supports dozens of Apps in 3D mode with more Super 3DBoy Apps launching soon
Some Apps support augmented reality to combine real life visuals with superimposed 3D graphics
Built-in head strap keeps the Super 3DBoy rock-solid while gaming
Accelerometer game control with 3 built-in action buttons
Software support SDK available upon request for companies interested in adding 3DBoy support to their existing games
No batteries required. Powered by iPhone.
Compatible with iPhone 4 (AT&T or Verizon models are both supported)
Priced at $79.99
Source [Think Geek]
The pocket sized 3D camcorder
So you have the technology to view 3D video, with this high definition 3D camcorder you can now produce your own 3D content too! It may not be up to the James Cameron standard, but then again it is only going to cost you $200! Once your mini movie is complete, simply plug the camcorder into a computer to view your 3D movie with the glasses provided.
Included software for Windows 7, Vista, XP, and Mac converts video and images into “anaglyph” format for viewing on standard TVs and computer monitors with the provided red-green glasses. The camera includes a 4X digital zoom, automatic night shot mode, and white balance function. Comes with 128 MB of internal memory, with a slot for a SDHC card up to 32 GB. Rechargeable li-ion battery provides up to one hour of power after a six-hour charge. Also captures 2D video and still pictures. Includes USB and HDMI cables for connecting to computers and enabled TVs. 4 1/2″ H x 3″ W x 1″ D. (2 lbs.)
Priced at $199.95
Source [Hammacher and Schlemmer]
