Is a 3D TV worth buying now?

I thought 3D TVs were expensive, but I was just looking on BestBuy.com and they have a 40" Samsung for $1299. It's on sale, but with the money I save, I can also buy their package that includes 2 sets of glasses and some 3D movies.

But is it worth buying? Other than the 3D content that comes with the package, what else can I watch? Do any TV stations have shows in 3D?

3DTVs are great, but you really should go for Panasonic as they have the best 3D effect according to any reviewer. Plus plasma has a better picture than LCDs. This set is also cheaper and comes with a free 3D Blu-Ray player and 2 free glasses. The combo is under "frequently bought together" section a bit down the page.

i am eagerly waiting for the new models, they are literally only a few months away. eyeing off the sexy new samsung 51" model to replace my 4.5 years old trusty 32"

IMO, as long as 3DTV's require glasses, they will never be worth buying.

Personally I am waiting for the glass-less 3DTV's. Sony recently unveiled a prototype.

I got the 55" Bravia and I am loving it. The only problem is the lack of 3D games and movies, but there is quite a bit coming out this year. In my opinion, it's worth it but if you're anything like me, if you have even a single doubt, then you should wait. I bought my TV because I had the money and it was something I have been wanting for a while. If you wait a couple more months the prices will go down.

Currently with the lack of cotent and tvs with no glasses coming out soon, you may as well wait some.

I got the 55" Bravia and I am loving it. The only problem is the lack of 3D games and movies, but there is quite a bit coming out this year. In my opinion, it's worth it but if you're anything like me, if you have even a single doubt, then you should wait. I bought my TV because I had the money and it was something I have been wanting for a while. If you wait a couple more months the prices will go down.

fester420

Last week, i bought a Panasonic 42in 3D Plasma display from Amazon for $800.00. I bought it strictly for the 3d because i wanted to play PC and PS3 games in 3D. I was really disappointed.

The main problems;

the display is way too dark when you wear the glasses, even at the brightest settings.

the crosstalk or ghosting of the image was unacceptable. In a game like GT5, i could never get a perfect image. In the "in the car" view i could never get the up close dashboard and the far distant track in focus at the same time. Even using advance setting from 3DTV Play from Nvidia for pc games did not help the matter. Every single pc game i tried in 3D was horrible with ghosting, unless i turned the 3D effects to the lowest level.

I also had to turn down my resolution to 720p and cut out certain graphical effects to make games compatible on the PC. The PS3 cuts down the resolution and graphics too.

As much as i wanted to enjoy 3D gaming, and as much as the good deal i got on that television, i just could not enjoy it. So i returned the set for a refund yesterday.

IMO, as long as 3DTV's require glasses, they will never be worth buying.

Personally I am waiting for the glass-less 3DTV's. Sony recently unveiled a prototype.

ndawgdrake

http://www.t3.com.au/2011/02/08/toshiba-glasses-free-3d-tv-struggles-in-japan/

20" for $2860AU? i think not.......the problem with glasses free 3d tv is that right now its very expensive, and by the time they get bigger and cheaper, 3D Tvs WITH glasses will have made feather light glasses (this years samsung glasses are almost half the weight of the first gen models). so if the glasses get lighter, then it'll feel like ur not wearing anything at all!

Last week, i bought a Panasonic 42in 3D Plasma display from Amazon for $800.00. I bought it strictly for the 3d because i wanted to play PC and PS3 games in 3D. I was really disappointed.

The main problems;

the display is way too dark when you wear the glasses, even at the brightest settings.

the crosstalk or ghosting of the image was unacceptable. In a game like GT5, i could never get a perfect image. In the "in the car" view i could never get the up close dashboard and the far distant track in focus at the same time. Even using advance setting from 3DTV Play from Nvidia for pc games did not help the matter. Every single pc game i tried in 3D was horrible with ghosting, unless i turned the 3D effects to the lowest level.

I also had to turn down my resolution to 720p and cut out certain graphical effects to make games compatible on the PC. The PS3 cuts down the resolution and graphics too.

As much as i wanted to enjoy 3D gaming, and as much as the good deal i got on that television, i just could not enjoy it. So i returned the set for a refund yesterday.

Videodogg

[QUOTE="Videodogg"]

Last week, i bought a Panasonic 42in 3D Plasma display from Amazon for $800.00. I bought it strictly for the 3d because i wanted to play PC and PS3 games in 3D. I was really disappointed.

The main problems;

the display is way too dark when you wear the glasses, even at the brightest settings.

the crosstalk or ghosting of the image was unacceptable. In a game like GT5, i could never get a perfect image. In the "in the car" view i could never get the up close dashboard and the far distant track in focus at the same time. Even using advance setting from 3DTV Play from Nvidia for pc games did not help the matter. Every single pc game i tried in 3D was horrible with ghosting, unless i turned the 3D effects to the lowest level.

I also had to turn down my resolution to 720p and cut out certain graphical effects to make games compatible on the PC. The PS3 cuts down the resolution and graphics too.

As much as i wanted to enjoy 3D gaming, and as much as the good deal i got on that television, i just could not enjoy it. So i returned the set for a refund yesterday.

DJ_Headshot

wasnt aware u were able to get the 5XXX series to do 3D like that. should mean my 5770 will be able to used once i get my 3D TV later this year (waiting for Crysis 2, with its apparent .05% FPS drop when 3D is enabled)

IMO, as long as 3DTV's require glasses, they will never be worth buying.

Personally I am waiting for the glass-less 3DTV's. Sony recently unveiled a prototype.

ndawgdrake

This kind of technology seems to still be in the beta stage. Don't be a tester, wait it out until that defining 3DTV hits. Hopefully it will be glasses free.

This kind of technology seems to still be in the beta stage. Don't be a tester, wait it out until that defining 3DTV hits. Hopefully it will be glasses free.

sonic0491

[QUOTE="sonic0491"]

This kind of technology seems to still be in the beta stage. Don't be a tester, wait it out until that defining 3DTV hits. Hopefully it will be glasses free.

Matthew-first

u should go back up and read my post....

[QUOTE="Matthew-first"]

[QUOTE="sonic0491"]

This kind of technology seems to still be in the beta stage. Don't be a tester, wait it out until that defining 3DTV hits. Hopefully it will be glasses free.

kungfool69

u should go back up and read my post....

I know what is that post about... But is it WRONG that I have replied to this guy?
think.
AND NO its not worth to buy 3DtV now. :)

Matthew-first

[QUOTE="Matthew-first"]I know what is that post about... But is it WRONG that I have replied to this guy?
think.
AND NO its not worth to buy 3DtV now. :)

gagit811

[QUOTE="Matthew-first"]I know what is that post about... But is it WRONG that I have replied to this guy?
think.
AND NO its not worth to buy 3DtV now. :)

gagit811

[QUOTE="Matthew-first"]I know what is that post about... But is it WRONG that I have replied to this guy?
think.
AND NO its not worth to buy 3DtV now. :)

gagit811

I purchased a 3d TV last week but only because it was the highest rated 2D display currently available outside of finding a Kuro in working condition. Having 3d was just a bonus.

I purchased a 3d TV last week but only because it was the highest rated 2D display currently available outside of finding a Kuro in working condition. Having 3d was just a bonus.

3DTVs are great, but you really should go for Panasonic as they have the best 3D effect according to any reviewer. Plus plasma has a better picture than LCDs. This set is also cheaper and comes with a free 3D Blu-Ray player and 2 free glasses. The combo is under "frequently bought together" section a bit down the page.

ChubbyGuy40

3DTVs are great, but you really should go for Panasonic as they have the best 3D effect according to any reviewer. Plus plasma has a better picture than LCDs. This set is also cheaper and comes with a free 3D Blu-Ray player and 2 free glasses. The combo is under "frequently bought together" section a bit down the page.

ChubbyGuy40

[QUOTE="DJ_Headshot"]

[QUOTE="Videodogg"]

Last week, i bought a Panasonic 42in 3D Plasma display from Amazon for $800.00. I bought it strictly for the 3d because i wanted to play PC and PS3 games in 3D. I was really disappointed.

The main problems;

the display is way too dark when you wear the glasses, even at the brightest settings.

the crosstalk or ghosting of the image was unacceptable. In a game like GT5, i could never get a perfect image. In the "in the car" view i could never get the up close dashboard and the far distant track in focus at the same time. Even using advance setting from 3DTV Play from Nvidia for pc games did not help the matter. Every single pc game i tried in 3D was horrible with ghosting, unless i turned the 3D effects to the lowest level.

I also had to turn down my resolution to 720p and cut out certain graphical effects to make games compatible on the PC. The PS3 cuts down the resolution and graphics too.

As much as i wanted to enjoy 3D gaming, and as much as the good deal i got on that television, i just could not enjoy it. So i returned the set for a refund yesterday.

kungfool69

wasnt aware u were able to get the 5XXX series to do 3D like that. should mean my 5770 will be able to used once i get my 3D TV later this year (waiting for Crysis 2, with its apparent .05% FPS drop when 3D is enabled)

I purchased a 3d TV last week but only because it was the highest rated 2D display currently available outside of finding a Kuro in working condition. Having 3d was just a bonus.

Alter_Echo

Where do u live? ive been on google and found kuro's for sale brand new, there's not many left but u can still buy them if u look around in the right places.

[QUOTE="Alter_Echo"]

I purchased a 3d TV last week but only because it was the highest rated 2D display currently available outside of finding a Kuro in working condition. Having 3d was just a bonus.

l34052

Where do u live? ive been on google and found kuro's for sale brand new, there's not many left but u can still buy them if u look around in the right places.

[QUOTE="l34052"]

[QUOTE="Alter_Echo"]

I purchased a 3d TV last week but only because it was the highest rated 2D display currently available outside of finding a Kuro in working condition. Having 3d was just a bonus.

gagit811

Where do u live? ive been on google and found kuro's for sale brand new, there's not many left but u can still buy them if u look around in the right places.

Something must be wrong with those people, I wouldn't let mine go for any TV on the market.

NVIDIATI

for me it was , it may not be for everyone though

3DTVs are great, but you really should go for Panasonic as they have the best 3D effect according to any reviewer. Plus plasma has a better picture than LCDs. This set is also cheaper and comes with a free 3D Blu-Ray player and 2 free glasses. The combo is under "frequently bought together" section a bit down the page.

Whilst the 3D effect is impressive we are still only on the first generation of 3D TVs. Things are only going to get better, so i can't see the point in buying a first generation TV.

Personally I'd only ever consider buying one once you don't need the glasses.

Whilst the 3D effect is impressive we are still only on the first generation of 3D TVs. Things are only going to get better, so i can't see the point in buying a first generation TV.

Personally I'd only ever consider buying one once you don't need the glasses.

Whilst the 3D effect is impressive we are still only on the first generation of 3D TVs. Things are only going to get better, so i can't see the point in buying a first generation TV.

Personally I'd only ever consider buying one once you don't need the glasses.

og course they are... but the glasses??? not so much:P

Whilst the 3D effect is impressive we are still only on the first generation of 3D TVs. Things are only going to get better, so i can't see the point in buying a first generation TV.

Personally I'd only ever consider buying one once you don't need the glasses.

Hey I have another question for anyone who knows. If I own a PS3, does that mean I don't need to buy a 3D blu ray player to play 3D media?Time_Child

PS3 is a 3D player. Just make sure you have it updated with the latest firmware.

[QUOTE="l34052"]

[QUOTE="Alter_Echo"]

I purchased a 3d TV last week but only because it was the highest rated 2D display currently available outside of finding a Kuro in working condition. Having 3d was just a bonus.

gagit811

Where do u live? ive been on google and found kuro's for sale brand new, there's not many left but u can still buy them if u look around in the right places.