Origin in 3D

[Coxy]

All very well having these huge TV's, but plenty of people (us included) put these huge panels in a small room and sit too close.

You need some distance to really appreciate how nice they are.

FTR I have a 40" TV in a fairly sizeable lounge room. I don't need to turn my head side to side to enjoy the whole screen.

Some videophiles laughed at me when I said I was wanting a 40" screen. "For your living room you need at LEAST 50 inches or you won't appreciate it".

Yeah....right.

Fact is a lot of content (most in fact) is SD. And then there's DVDs.... I already notice they are more grainy and unclear on my Full HD 40" panel...at 50" I could probably pick individual pixels on standard FTA and Foxtel (non-HD) broadcasts.

Blech.

 

[Anonymous person]

the best deal around at the moment IMO is the samsung 1080p 40" LED for $1400, with free Blu-Ray player + free Samsung Surround Sound System via redemption.

my lady friends parents just bought it and its a good looking tv from what ive seen.

 

[Coxy]

the best deal around at the moment IMO is the samsung 40" LED for $1400, with free Blu-Ray player + free Samsung Surround Sound System via redemption.

my lady friends parents just bought it and its a good looking tv from what ive seen.

+1.

It's the same model (well, 2010 update) as my LCD variety TV which I paid $300 more for in December.

*sobs*

I love it. Has ethernet port, which I use to access my media server to play perfectly legitimately obtained video and music files...

 

[Anonymous person]

i wont buy a 3d tv until you can watch 3d without having to wear ridiculous - and ridiculously expensive - glasses.

 

[Coxy]

On this whole topic of 3D tvs, can someone explain why they can show a 3D movie at the cinema, on the same screen/projector they use for normal movies, with just some cheap 3D glasses you return at the end, yet to get the experience at home you need:

1. An overpriced 3D TV
2. An overpriced 3D compatible Blu Ray player
3. An overpriced pair of 3D glasses

The cynic in me says "cha ching goes Panasonic/Sony/Samsung". But surely there's a technical explanation of some kind.

 

[Anonymous person]

On this whole topic of 3D tvs, can someone explain why they can show a 3D movie at the cinema, on the same screen/projector they use for normal movies, with just some cheap 3D glasses you return at the end, yet to get the experience at home you need:

1. An overpriced 3D TV
2. An overpriced 3D compatible Blu Ray player
3. An overpriced pair of 3D glasses

The cynic in me says "cha ching goes Panasonic/Sony/Samsung". But surely there's a technical explanation of some kind.

http://www.cnet.com.au/3d-tv-faq-339300486.htm

i cant wait for the Nintendo 3DS to be unveiled - its doing 3D without having to wear glasses, so that very well could point to how TVs will do it eventually. of course that would mean TV manufacturers not being able to sell overpriced glasses, so theyll wait til the very last minute to adopt the glasses-less 3D.

 

[ningnangnong]

3D glasses will probably just end up like HDMI cables. You can buy a Monster one for something like $50, or a no name one that does exactly the same job for $10-20.

 

[Anonymous person]

maybe, but unlike HDMI there is a lot of room for error with active shutter glasses.

i still do have a laugh at the people who brag about buying $300 HDMI cables.

 

[Kris]

i still do have a laugh at the people who brag about buying $300 HDMI cables.

Harvey Norman tried to sell me their $200+ HDMI cables lol. What a rip!

 

[Charmamba]

maybe, but unlike HDMI there is a lot of room for error with active shutter glasses.

i still do have a laugh at the people who brag about buying $300 HDMI cables.

And then they have trouble setting everything up because the cable is half the length of a $10 one lol

 

[Anonymous person]

cant beat my $8 for 3 metres HDMI cable hahaha.

 

[Kimlo]

cant beat my $8 for 3 metres HDMI cable hahaha.

I can, I have two HDMI cables, $10 for 5 metres [icon_razz1

 

[Kris]

Oooh, broncospwn's is longer than AP's!

 

[forward_pass]

My issue, Origin and 3D - alcohol, they gotta be cracking jokes....

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS BEFORE YOU OR YOUR CHILD USE THE 3D FUNCTION

WARNING

Parents’ careful supervision is required particularly when children or teenagers view 3D images.

Photosensitive Seizure Warning and Other Health Risks

–– Some viewers may experience an epileptic seizure or stroke when exposed to certain flashing images or lights contained in certain television pictures or video games. If you or any of your relatives has a history of epilepsy or strokes, please consult with a medical specialist before using the 3D function.

–– Do not watch 3D pictures when you feel incoherent, sleepy, tired or sick. Avoid watching 3D pictures for long hours.

–– Even those without a personal or family history of epilepsy or stroke may have an undiagnosed condition that can cause “photosensitive epileptic seizures.”

–– If you experience any of the following symptoms immediately stop watching 3D pictures and consult a medical specialist: (1) altered vision; (2) lightheadedness; (3) dizziness; (4) involuntary movements such as eye or muscle twitching; (5) confusion; (6) nausea; (7) loss of awareness; (8) convulsions; (9) cramps; and/or (10) disorientation. Parents should monitor and ask their children about the above symptoms-children and teenagers may be more likely than adults to experience these symptoms.

Note that watching TV while sitting too close to the screen for an extended period of time may weaken your eyesight.

Note that watching TV while wearing 3D Active Glasses for an extended period of time may cause a headache or fatigue. If you feel headache, fatigue or dizziness, stop watching TV and rest.

Some 3D pictures may startle viewers. The pregnant, elderly, epileptic and those suffering from serious physical conditions are advised to avoid utilizing the unit’s 3D functionality.

We don’t recommend watching 3D if you are in bad physical condition, need sleep or have been drinking liquor.

Please take care to be aware of the world around you. This product is designed to be immersive. DO NOT use this product near open stairwells, cables, balconies, or other objects that can be tripped over, run into, knocked down, broken or fallen over. Being startled or deluding yourself into thinking that the 3D images are real may cause you to crush a nearby object or get injured trying to move your body.

Do not use the 3D Active Glasses for any other purpose than for which it was designed. Wearing the 3D Active Glasses for any other purpose (as general spectacles, sunglasses, protective goggles, etc.) may physically harm you or weaken your eyesight.

Immersive video can potentially have adverse effects on the user including motion sickness, perceptual after effects, disorientation, eye strain, and decreased postural stability. Take frequent breaks to lessen the potential of these effects, as is commonly suggested for other items, such as keyboards and computer monitors, that you may tend to fixate or concentrate on. If your eyes show signs of fatigue or dryness or if you have any of the above symptoms, immediately discontinue use of this device and do not resume using it for at least thirty minutes after the symptoms have subsided.

The ideal viewing distance should be three times or more the height of the screen. We recommend sitting with viewer’s eyes on a level with the screen

 

[Charmamba]

Has anyone checked these Tv's out yet? Went to WOW for a demo and i must say it looks awesome and the glasses are not heavy to wear at all.


*Maybe this topic should be moved*

 

[Jeba]

I have no doubt it would be awesome for movies, but did you have a look at the footy???

 

[Bucking Beads]

would feel pretty dumb watching tv with glasses on at home. Imagine watching the news in 3d... 3D tv doesn't really get my dick hard

 

[Charmamba]

I have no doubt it would be awesome for movies, but did you have a look at the footy???

watched a few minutes of soccer and for the first time i actually enjoyed watching it lol