3D TV finally set to take off

TVB Europe reports that two airlines are set to offer fliers glasses free 3D tablets by the end of the year.

Talking to TVB Europe, Steve Bolan of distributor Frontniche said: “Two suppliers with whom we have NDAs are definitely installing the technology on the planes of major worldwide airlines,” said Stephen Bone, Frontniche's owner. “Inflight suppliers are working to evolve seatback technology and moving away from fixed monitors on seat backs toward detachable units to avoid having to wire the plane and to enable more efficient upgrades.”

The units will be supplied by Korean firm 3D nuri, who offer 3D tablets ranging from 5” to 7”.

“We believe that they will adopt this technology in support of streaming their programming to portable devices. Virgin has bought units and is playing with them but so far only the airline industry is committed to taking the development further.” said Bolan.

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Last year, 3D Focus polled 525 of its readers asking if they would like to watch 3D films and programs on glasses free 3D seat back TVs. 63% said yes, 24% said they were indifferent and 13% said no.

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