Tech Blog

[#1]

Imagine walking down a sidewalk, and finding a stray twenty dollar bill. A few steps later, you find another ten dollars – fluttering in the breeze, waiting for a new owner. What would you do with your newfound winfall? Maybe you’d pick up a new Blu-ray (The E.T. Steelbook, for example) Take advantage of Future Shop’s selection of 3D Blu-ray players.

Samsung Smart 3D Blu-ray Disc Player

The Samsung BD-E5500 cranks out bright, bold 3D in full HD 1080p. Jump online via Samsung’s outstanding SmartHub feature, and enjoy all the benefits of the Internet on your living room television. Want to stream media? It’s never a problem, thanks to Allshare Play’s ability to connect to your laptop, smartphone, or any other DLNA compatible device. Both Ethernet and Wi-Fi ready, it only takes moments to get the BD-E5500 in touch with all your favourite web services. Featuring backwards compatibility with both DVDs and CDs, the Smart 3D Blu-ray comes ready to upconvert all of your favourite DVDs – so once you’re all hooked up, you can enjoy high resolution playback with your existing media collection. Use the BD-E5500 with a Samsung TV, and the device will automatically detect the optimal presets for your current home theatre set-up.

Panasonic 3D Blu-ray Disc Player

Boasting region-free playback, this 3D Blu-ray player can use discs from anywhere in the world – ensuring you’ll never stumble across any annoying read errors the next time you load up an imported title. With native Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, and DTS-HD support, the Panasonic 3D Blu-ray Player offers stunning audio playback that promises to fill your living room with rich, vibrant soundscapes. Hook up your Ethernet, and you can unlock VIERA Connect... your gateway to a world of apps and online media services like Netflix. Fully HDCP compliant, this Panasonic comes with a dimmable display – to save you from any annoying visual distractions the next time you’re enjoying your favourite Blu-ray.

Sony 3D Blu-ray Disc Player with Wi-Fi

This 3D Blu-ray Disc Player is loaded with the kind of quality and performance you’ve come to expect from Sony. Equipped with Region A playback, this player cranks out a gorgeous image in full HD 1080p – transforming your 3D movie nights into a living, breathing experience. Wi-Fi ready and loaded with front and rear mounted USB inputs, the Sony 3D Blu-ray Disc Player can accommodate all of your data needs. Once you’re all hooked up, you’ll enjoy easy-to-install firmware updates – so your device will always feature top-of-the-line performance and playback. You can even control this device remotely with your smartphone, via Sony’s own downloadable app.

[#2]

You don't mention you need to buy an expensive 3D t.v. and get 3 D glasses to view it ?

[#3]

Hi Zhong,

Thanks for the question! While it’s true that 3D TVs are a relatively new technology, they are rapidly declining in price. The LG’s 42” 1080p 3D LED HDTV is currently on sale for $849.99. It’s a very well reviewed device, and features a handy touch-button 3D mode. A compatible pair of LG Passive 3D glasses will run you $9.99.

Alternatively, the Vivitek SVGA 3D DLP Projector delivers tremendous performance at a surprisingly low price point. For $388.99, you can own this ultra-quiet 2600 lumen projector. With a maximum resolution of 1600 X 1200, and the ability to project an image up to 300 inches, this Vivitek can instantly convert your living room into a fully functional 3D movie theatre.

[#4]

Prices really have dropped.  3D is not an expensive premium anymore.  The difference between a 3D and non-3D set nowadays is maybe $100.