Recent reports suggested that Sony’s new Playstation branded TV features a novel feature that will allow gamers to play split screen games whilst not getting the screens confused.
In multiplayer video gaming where the screen is split for multiple players, it can sometimes be confusing or distracting to other players.
Apparently Sony got around this by creating a highly evolved split screen mode using the 3D technology within the TV. This means that instead of splitting the screen in the traditional method, it will show two…
Anna Sheldrick - 18 April 2012 | comments. Read more
According to recent reports, Sony has a grand plan to start rolling out passive 3D television sets.
Some of you might remember that Sony has been especially keen on active 3D sets, as according to the firm, the image was much clearer and the resolution – sharper.
Although the Japanese firm is yet to confirm the news formally, it has been said that it started to feed these passive products into the Chinese market, while Europe has to wait until September to…
Geoff Slaughter - 5 March 2012 | comments. Read more
3D TV is forever improving, however with early claims that its introduction was the biggest endeavour since living colour, so far sales have been disappointing.
The 3D glasses that, until now, were a fundamental part of 3D viewing did not help matters.
Having to wear bulky, heavy glasses when watching telly in your living room, is not the leading selling point.
Industry insiders speculate that consumers are simply waiting for the technology to improve before committing. There is also a high chance…
Emma Tiri - 9 September 2011 | comments. Read more
Sony’s continued experimentation with 3D has gone a step further as it announced the coming of the Playstation 3D TV.
This is of course Sony’s attempt to bring 3D TV to the masses. It is estimated to be 24 inches and has been designed for those who want to get an affordable 3D TV that will fit a limited space.
One of the main features of the TV will be in its ability to show multiplayer on full screen. How, you ask? Traditionally when in multiplayer…
Anna Sheldrick - 8 June 2011 | comments. Read more
Sony has been running its mouth off about 3D on the US Playstation blog, revealing numbers for 3D downloads and a list of upcoming releases.
Included in the list of 3D successes was Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 2011: The 3-D Experience, which reached 83,000 downloads in one day.
The title tells you everything you need to know about why this particular 3D number proved so popular, particularly amongst the young male demographic.
Sony’s list for upcoming releases makes for an exciting read.
The games set to be available include Ratchet…
James Mitchell - 23 March 2011 | comments. Read more
3D installations in cinemas worldwide is alleged to be responsible for the increase in 3D TVs in homes. With the exciting announcement yesterday that Call of Duty: Black Ops will be released in 3D, the influx of 3D content into the numerous entertainment markets is starting to bear fruit. 3D cinema has always been the front runner of tridimensional viewing, but with the popularity comes the call for a more accessible and convenient form of experiencing 3D; 3DTV. The success of James Cameron’s Avatar was what brought 3D…
James Mitchell - 6 October 2010 | comments. Read more
Sony’s Playstation 3 will be 3D Blu-ray compatible by October not the previously reported September, according to Howard Stringer, the Japanese giant’s CEO. Speaking at the IFA fair, he confirmed that the work to upgrade the consoles to become 3D compatible was now complete and the necessary upgrade will be available come October. The move falls perfectly in line with Sony’s strategy to make the PS3 into what is essentially an evolving games console. The company’s flagship product is now becoming more of a multi media solution…
James Mitchell - 7 September 2010 | comments. Read more
It’s been the war of the partnerships at the IFA this year, and hot on the heels of 3DTVwatcher reporting on the recently announced partnership between LG and Sky, comes the latest: earlier in the year it was announced that Sony and Google are teaming up to bring the world internet TV like never before. With the emergence of BBC’s iPlayer, 4OD, itvplayer, and of course, YouTube; watching TV on the internet is no new phenomena. According to Sony’s CEO Howard…
Danish Mistry - 6 September 2010 | comments. Read more
As we reported on 3D TV Watcher earlier this week, Toshiba is looking to launch 3D TV sets that do not require 3D glasses. And now a few days later, Sony has also announced plans for a range of 3D TVs that do not require 3D specs. come forth to say it too is working on the new tech.
The new 3D TV technology is called autostereoscopic 3D, and it could become a key point of difference…
Charlie Ponsonby - 30 August 2010 | comments. Read more
