The ViewSonic V3D231 23-inch 3D LED display features a fast 2ms response time, a 20,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, a 250 cd/m2 brightness level, a 170/160 degree viewing angle, and a 1920×1080 resolution. The display supports the stereo 3D technology, so you can enjoy stunning stereoscopic visuals using passive polarized glasses. Additional specs include dual 2W stereo speakers with SRS Premium Sound, D-sub, DVI and HDMI 1.4. Unfortunately, there is no info on pricing at this moment. [ViewSonic]
Bang & Olufsen has released the 3D version of the BeoVision 7 55-inch TV with an integrated Blu-ray player. The LCD screen in BeoVision 7-55 is based on new direct-type LED-backlight with local dimming for greater contrast. The 3D TV contains state-of-the-art features ensuring a smooth picture performance, a sophisticated digital surround sound module, and is one of the very few flatscreen TVs in the world to have an integrated Blu-ray player with 3D functionality. The BeoVision 7-55 also features B&O’s patent acoustic lens technology that will adapt the sound according the acoustics of the room. [Press Release]
Samsung is ready to launch the BD-DT7800 Freeview PVR that features a couple of HD tuners to record and watch different channels. With a built-in 500GB hard disk drive, you can record up to 150-hour of HD content or up to 250-hour of SD content. Other features like the Smart Hub, which has applications like SearchAll, AllShare and Samsung Apps, ensure that your TV experience boosted by enhanced connectivity. The Samsung BD-DT7800 also converts 2D content into 3D, so viewers can watch TV programmes, personal videos and web content in full 3D, with a pair of infra-red powered 3D glasses. An integrated Smart Hub brings a world of online content to your home entertainment system. [Samsung]
Sharp has decided to launch the XV-Z17000 3D DLP projector in the Japanese market. The projector features an HDMI 1.4a port, a 30,000:1 contrast ratio, a 1,600 ANSI Lumens brightness, and a pair of 3D glasses. The Sharp XV-Z17000 3D DLP projector retails for 400,000 Yen or around $5,142. [Akihabara]
LG Electronics has finally released the 47-inch 47LW9800 and 55-inch 55LW9800 3D HDTVs in the South Korean market. Both ultra slim HDTVs feature the full LED technology, LG’s True Motion 480Hz and passive 3D glasses. These 3D HDTVs also support LG’s Magic-Motion remote control, LG’s Smart Board, a web browser and Wi-Fi connectivity, giving you the possibility to stream media from your smartphone or computer wirelessly to your TV. No word on pricing at this moment. [Akihabara]
Panasonic today launched its first Full HD 3D home theater projector namely the PT-AE7000U. The optical system of the PT-AE7000U features a new 200-Watt Red-Rich Lamp and new LCD panels with larger aperture ratio for increased red luminance and brightness output. The combination of fully-optimized Pure Contrast Plates, Pure Color Filter Pro and Dynamic Iris Pro has resulted in a 300,000:1 contrast ratio and 2,000 lumens of brightness. The Panasonic PT-AE7000U will be launched in September 2011 for $3,499 a pop. [Press Release]
The Panasonic TY-EW3D is claimed to be the world’s lightest 3D glasses. Weighing at just 26 grams, these new glasses offer a total of 25 hour of 3D viewing time. Too bad, there is no info on pricing or availability at this moment. [Akihabara]
The InFocus IN1100 projector series is the perfect mobile projector for your Mac, iPad or PC. Weighing at only 2.7lbs, the projector is equipped with either an XGA (1024 x 768) or a WXGA (1280 x 800) resolution for HD projection without scaling, up to 2200 lumens of brightness, HDMI, VGA, s-video and composite connections. The InFocus IN1100 projector series is priced at between $975 to $1099. [InFocus]
Japan-based SoftEther has developed a 3D motion-capture figure to create computer graphics and animations in 3D. Known as the QUMA, this human-like doll has a set of joints throughout its body, all of which are equipped with sensors and can be moved freely by the user. The QUMA motion capture puppet is ideal for designers and engineers to create 3D CG animation. Watch the video after the jump. Read more
BenQ will release the MX660P DLP projector in the Japanese market. Weighing at only 2.65 Kg, the projector features a 2000 ANSI lumens, an HDMI 1.3 port, 3D video support, an XGA resolution and a 5000:1 contrast ratio. The BenQ MX660P DLP projector will be launched on August 3rd, 2011 for 64,800 Yen($819). [BenQ Japan]
