Philips has decided to release the G-Line 273G3D 27-inch 3D monitor in Asia Facific later this month. Designed for gamers and enthusiasts, the 3D monitor provides a full HD 1920×1080 pixels resolution, a 20,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, a 120Hz rate and a fast 2ms response time. The Philips G-Line 273G3D also has dual HDMI 1.4a ports that enable users to connect multiple devices to the monitor. Other specs include a VGA connection and active 3D wireless shutter glasses. No word on pricing so far. [PCLaunches]
Fujifilm Japan today introduced the FinePix REAL 3D V3. It is a 7.2-inch digital photo frame that provides a maximum resolution of 1600 x 600 pixels and a 150-degree of viewing angle. Measuring 188mm x 28mm x 153mm and weighing 415 grams, the gadget is able to display 3D images without any glasses. There is an HDMI-out port that allows you to enjoy 3D videos on your HDTV. Additional features include a pair of USB ports and an SDHC card slot. Fujifilm will launch the FinePix REAL 3D V3 digital photo frame in Japan on November 12, 2011 for 50,000 Yen or around $650. [Newlaunches]
London’s Harrods superstore will release the Sony HMZ-T1 Personal 3D Viewer later this month. It is a head mounted display unit that comes equipped with a pair of OLED panels, offering a 1280 x 720 resolution and a 45 degree viewing angle. This wearable gadget also has an HDMI input/output and two ear pieces that produce a virtual 5.1 surround sound. The Sony HMZ-T1 Personal 3D Viewer retails for £480 or around $765. Read more
Sony will launch the PlayStation 3D display on November 13th, 2011. The 24-inch ultra-slim LED display supports two-player mode that allows two different images to be sent to two different players simultaneously. The Sony PlayStation 3D display features a full HD 1080p resolution (1920 x 1080), a contrast ratio of 5,000:1, a 4ms GTG average response time, a 176-degree viewing angle, stereo speakers and an integrated subwoofer. Other specs include a pair of HDMI 1.4 inputs, a component cable input and a stereo headphone output. If you are interested, you can purchase the Sony PlayStation 3D display for an MSRP of $499.99. Each purchase comes equipped with the universal PlayStation 3D glasses, MotorStorm: Apocalypse game and an HDMI cable. [PlayStation Blog]
nVidia has unveiled the new 3D Vision 2 wireless glasses kit, which is designed for gamers and 3D enthusiasts. This kit consists of one pair of 3D Vision 2 glasses, a wireless USB IR emitter, a 6ft USB cable, a 10ft USB cable, a storage pouch, two nose pieces and a wireless USB IR emitter. Made of soft composite materials, the nVidia 3D Vision 2 glasses have 20% larger lenses that provide a wider viewing area and increased external light blocking. These 3D glasses are compatible with 3D LightBoost-certified desktop displays and notebooks. In addition, the nVidia 3D Vision 2 wireless glasses are also fully backwards-compatible with all existing 3D Vision Ready content and supporting products, including more than 70 different 3D Vision monitors, notebooks and projectors, video applications, and cameras. The nVidia 3D Vision 2 wireless glasses kit is priced at $149. [Engadget]
Roland DG Corporation has announced the availability of the iModela iM-01. The 3D printer comes bundled with the iModela Creator design software, allowing users to create a wide range of items such as charms, pendants and key chains. The gadget uses a mix of plastic, wax, balsa wood, and foam to produce small figurines or accessories. What’s more, the iModela iM-01 connects to the Windows-powered computer via a USB port. No word on pricing or availability at this time. [Press Release]
Toshiba will introduce the REGZA 55X3 at the CEATEC Japan 2011. The REGZA 55X3 is a 55-inch naked-eye 3D LCD TV that provides a superb 3,840×2,160 pixels or four times HD resolution. This 3D LCD TV also offers the REGZA Engine CEVO Duo processor, a 5,000:1 of contrast ratio, a LED backlight, a face-tracking function, REGZA LINK, five digital tuners, 10W×2ch+10W speakers, four HDMI ports and two USB 2.0 ports. Unfortunately, the REGZA 55X3 only produces 1,280×720 pixels resolution in 3D mode. The company will release the REGZA 55X3 in Japan during Xmas 2011 for $11,730. [TechCrunch]
ViewSonic is back with two new ultra-portable LED projectors, the PLED-W200 and PLED-W500. Designed for business travelers or on-the-road presenters, both projectors provide a 20,000 hour-long lamp life, a WXGA widescreen resolution for 720p HD viewing, a 3D-ready with 120Hz frame rates, USB 2.0 ports, and an SD card slot to display documents, PDFs, videos, photos and other multimedia files without a computer. What’s more, the ViewSonic PLED-W500 is a higher-end model that comes equipped with an HDMI 1.3 port and a 1GB of storage space, so you can save your PowerPoint files. The ViewSonic PLED-W200 offers a 250 ANSI lumens, while PLED-W500 has a higher 500 ANSI lumens. The ViewSonic PLED-W200 and PLED-W500 will be released in North and Latin America next month for $499 and $699, respectively. [Press Release]
The InFocus IN5314 is designed for use in schools, conference rooms, or houses of worship. Priced at $3500, this 3D-capable projector is powered by the new DLP DarkChip display technology, which is combined with the company’s BrilliantColor enhancement to produce crystal-clear images. The InFocus IN5314 offers three lens choices (standard, a short throw, and a long throw), a 1280 x 800 native resolution, a 4000 lumens of brightness, and a 2000:1 of contrast ratio. Other specs include HDMI, VGA, DVI-D, Composite, S-video, and mini USB ports. [InFocus]
Pioneer will launch the Pioneer BDP-140 in the Japanese market. This affordable 3D Blu-ray player supports DLNA 1.5, SACD, and both Blu-Ray and 3D Blu-Ray discs. The Pioneer BDP-140 can also read MP3, WMA, WMV, MKV and DivX Plus HD files, which are stored on your USB flash drive. This budget 3D Blu-ray player will be released later this month for 20,000 Yen($260). [Akihabara]
