Why you should buy a 3D TV

First introduced to the market in 2010, 3D TVs are the hottest new television technology. Gone are the days of flimsy plastic blue and red glasses - the latest incarnation of 3D vision utilises cutting edge technology which manipulates how your eyes see and your brain interprets the video on-screen, giving the illusion that the picture is coming right out of your TV at you.

Although there is limited 3D content available at the moment, Sony has recently released an update for the Playstation 3 games console, allowing for 3D gaming in titles such as Gran Turismo and WipeOut HD, and viewing 3D Blu-Ray movies when paired with a compatible TV. Standalone 3D Blu-Ray players are already out and ready to buy, with 3D Blu-Ray movies including the box-office hit 'Avatar' hitting the market soon. Sky is also introducing a 3D channel later in the year, and many current Freesat boxes will be compatible with potential 3D channels.

3D TVs explained

To really get a feel for the technology behind the latest 3D TVs, we recommend visiting your local TV store for a demonstration. To help explain how the 3D TVs, 3D glasses and 3D broadcasts work, take a look at this informative video from AVForums.tv

Benefits of 3D TVs

All the cinema 3D experience in the comfort of your living room.

No format war - both active and passive 3D TVs will be compatible with all content.

Available in plasma, LCD and LED models to suit your need and pocket.

Top-of-the-range 2D picture when not watching in 3D.

Advancing technology - many new films and games are being produced in 3D, and broadcasters are looking into broadcasting 3D channels.