By now you have heard the hype, 3D sounds great, but what are the disadvantages of 3D TV? There are a few things you may want to be aware of ranging from lack of content and compatibility limitations to some people experiencing eye fatigue and headaches.
Note, this article focuses on the disadvantages of 3D TV, if you are interested in learning more about the positives of 3D TV the following articles may be of interest.
Lack Of 3D Content Lack of 3D content may be an issue. Currently there are 3D movies available and more are on the way, however for the foreseeable future, only a limited number of new movies will be released as 3D. Another option is 3D TV channels, DirectTV will be offering three channels later this year. One of the best options may be a TV that converts 2D content to 3D content. Samsung offers this option, however it works well for some shows and not as well for others since the content was not designed for 3D. One area you will likely see a lot of 3D content is video games. Sony Playstation is leading the way with a patch that converts 2D games to 3D games and also providing the ability to watch 3D Blu Ray content.
The Need For New Equipment The need for new equipment will likely disappoint some who have spent money on recent equipment. However the Sony Playstation may be a lifesaver for many as it will be able to play 3D Blu Ray movies with a simply patch. To watch 3D TV you will require a 3D TV or possibly a 3D TV converter, 3D glasses and something to provide content such as a 3D Blu Ray player or 3D TV set top box. For additional details and requirements, see requirements for 3D TV.
Health Concerns Some people experience headaches, eye fatigue or nausea. Especially when watching many hours of 3D content. There are also a small percentage of people that are unable to view 3D content at all.
3D Glasses And Compatibility 3D Glasses are generally not compatible across TV brands. Therefore when buying additional 3D glasses the safest approach is to purchase glasses that are the same brand has you TV. Also keep this mind if you will be having company join you to watch a movie. You will either need to provide the glasses or ensure they bring glasses that are the same brand as your TV. A common questions is if you can watch 3D TV with out glasses and the answer is not at this time but possibly soon, the link above provides details.
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