How 3D Works - You've GOT to Have Two Separate Images

We can only see the real world in 3D because we have two eyes. If you close one of your eyes, you'll see the world in 2D only. So what is it that enables us to see in 3D when we have both our eyes open? Each individual eye sees just a 2D view of the world, but the brain combines the two views into a single 3D view.

Typically cinema has sparked a huge interest with 3D. However many people may not realise that the new 3D TV sets are even better quality then the Cinema Screens. The 3d TV also allows you now to see television as you have never seen it before in true 3D. This is accomplished by wearing special 3D glasses which make the image jump out of the screen.

The basics of 3D TV

3D TV works by feeding a separate image to each eye. The two separate images need to be carefully constructed so that they show the same thing but from slightly different angles. Also on all 3d TV sets you can still watch normal 2D viewing which means you do not have to wear the 3D glasses all the time.

The new Samsung 3D TV the world's 3D slimmest LED TV (less than 8mm depth) with its new 3D Hyper Real Engine delivers breathtaking images that your eyes won't believe. This TV also comes with a set of 3DE Glasses & a film to get you started*. This TV is so good it will even convert normal 2D programs to 3D.

Sony's comes with the new BRAVIA Engine 3 & Bravia Sync option which lets you control your entire home entertainment system with one universal remote control.

Panasonic using 600Hz Sub-field Drive technology lets you view superb full-HD motion and still images with 1,080 lines of resolution. For even greater clarity with motion images, Panasonic uses its own unique image-analysis technology which converts the motion in each scene into data. This model also comes with a set of 3D Glasses.

LG uses passive 3D technology. The LG Full LED Infinia LX9900 series is a whole new type of TV and provides the ultimate in home entertainment with better picture quality, ultra slim single layer Infinia design and more eco friendly features. Add access to your favourite internet content such as Youtube as well as being 3D Ready - the LX9 Infinia TV series from LG will take your home entertainment experience to a whole new level. This set also comes with a set of active 3d Glasses.

So what else do you need?

In order to receive 3D you will need a source, this could be a Sony PS3, 3D Bluray Player or soon Sky HD..

Practicalities - Which 3D Technology to Choose?

The practical choice is really just between passive technology and active technology (shutter glasses). Both have their pros and cons. So here's a comparison table highlighting some of the differences between active and passive 3D:

There can be only one thinnest, clearest, most elegant television. Easily, it's Samsung's LED TV. Breathtakingly thin, it's designed as one seamless piece of flawless crystal. On its LED screen, vivid details are captured in every frame. Picture edge-blur removed and full, robust colour restored to each pixel. Watch television programs, web content or your own, knowing you're also being kind to the environment. It's a remarkable feat of design, on or off.

Picture Perfect.

For images that are stunningly true to life you need the 3 C's: contrast, colour and clarity. LED TV has them. Its Mega Contrast Ratio feature brings out all the shades of grey as well the shades of amber, fuchsia and magenta. A Wide Colour Enhancer pro with LED gamut ensures every entire pixel is robust and vibrant. Plus our 100Hz Motion Plus technology removes edge-blur. Leaving your picture smooth and crisp. And your jaw, dropped.

Depth without depth.

Unlike other "slim" televisions, LED TV is one of the slimmest television in the world. Instead of multiple parts molded together, it's one solid, seamless, incredibly beautiful advanced television. Elegantly supported by a unique crystal neck. You'll have no trouble finding a place for it in any room.

It takes only one screw to mount the astonishingly slim, light LED TV. And just one look at the Touch of Colour frame with its soft, square corners is all it takes to see that it's not just a television you're hanging. But a work of art.

Green works in any room.

The LED TV is easy on the planet as well as the eyes. Its recyclable bezel frame contains no VOC's. And by using mercury-free LED lights that require less energy, less CO 2 is emitted. So you can put your feet up and relax knowing you're leaving a smaller carbon footprint.

The world wide web just got wider.

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Getting on TV made easy.

LED TV takes the struggle out of sharing your talent with the world, or at least with your family. Transfer your videos, music and photos from your PC or from your DLNA phone. Wirelessly and effortlessly. It even connects with multiple PCs. Who said you need connections to get on TV?

Your audience awaits.

There's no excuse anymore for leaving all those great digital pictures and videos in your cameras. All you need with the TV is one USB 2.0 movie connection cord. Just plug it in then instantly, play, save or delete. It even works for your music collection. So now anytime is showtime.

Library hours extended.

Suppose you feel like playing a game of chess or cooking instead of watching TV. LED TV's Content Flash Library let's you do that too. Create your own content, from children's games to fitness. And downloading is easy. here's so much you can do with LED TV. Including watching it.