LG’s new DM50D LED Monitor TV based on FPR Technology

Korean manufacturer LG Electronics has recently unveiled a new range of LED Monitor. The newly introduced DM50 3D-capable monitor is equipped with an inbuilt digital TV tuner. The monitor or HDTV hybrid features LG’s passive Cinema 3D technology, popularly known as FPR (film-type patterned retarder) technology, and will appeal to those who dislike the idea of having to wear active-shutter 3D glasses which can be relatively weighty. LG’s Cinema 3D displays are composed of polarized 3D glasses which are lighter due to absence of the rechargeable batteries, thus, more comfortable to wear and do not require synchronization.

DM50 3D-capable monitor 

The LG DM50D is highly capable of offering high refresh rates, and has been certified as ‘Flicker Free’ from the global research agencies Intertek and TÜV. This certification is an added advantage for the users as the product guarantees absolute reduced strain and they can completely enjoy 3D gaming and viewing. Viewers will also purportedly benefit from reduced crosstalk artefacts when watching extra-dimensional content, which is important to keep eye fatigue to a minimum. For four-eyed folks a clip-on style is available, which can simply be attached onto standard prescription lenses. According to Si-hwan Park, VP, monitor division at LG’s Home Entertainment opined, “The company had carried out research that revealed many people are not happy about wearing the more cumbersome 3D glasses, while some have concerns about their health when using these glasses.”

The monitor also has the feature of 2D to 3D conversion, which will work automatically with games. On the other hand, LED backlight technology and HDMI connectivity will come as standard. Users can watch videos from a flash drive without the need to boot up the computer thanks to the USB Quick View feature of the DM50D.

The new offering from LG effectively provides consumers with a cross between a PC monitor and a personal 3D TV. Surprisingly, the Seoul-based corporation remains coy on the actual screen size, but judging from the model number it could be either 50 inches or 50 centimetres (20 inches), with the latter being more likely given that the 3-dimensional television/monitor is meant to “fit easily on a desktop”. The LG DM50D is scheduled to hit the shelves in Europe from July before being rolled out on a global basis.

InfoComm 2011 – Dais where LG Electronics USA showcases Commercial Display Solns

It’s the peak hour for LG Electronics USA as it is meeting the challenging requirement of varied digital out-of-home vertical markets with its expanded line of digital display solutions that was demonstrated at the InfoComm 2011 trade show. LG is also unveiling its new EzSign TV, an innovative out-of-the-box digital signage system that includes live TV, and its next-generation Network Monitor for flexible PC-over-IP zero client virtual computing for educational, healthcare and corporate applications.

In an objective to give the demonstration on the depth of its commercial solutions, LG will be showcasing its latest technologies considering a diverse array of product categories – for instance, LG Cinema 3D displays, LED HD Monitors, stretch screen HD Monitors, large screen LCD HD Monitors, LCD HD TVs, IPS & LED destop Monitors, video conferencing systems, interactive touch screen displays, multipurpose HD projectors, network attached storage, dynamic media players, optical disk drives and digital signage solutions.

According to Y K Cho, Senior Vice President, Commercial Displays, LG Electronics USA, “LG’s broad technology portfolio is designed to create an interactive and engaging experience that provides real business value through improved customer interactions,” He also said, “With our 3D, touch and turnkey solutions, LG has created a robust product line that is as intuitive and user-friendly as it is effective.”

A wonderful cinematic 3D experience with the vivid and super brightness and fabulous picture clarity of LED backlighting is the offering of LG CINEMA 3D LED displays. LG is going to provide this week a sneak peek of its new commercial-grade passive 3D LED HDTV, featuring the next generation of 3D display based on LG’s FPR 3D technology. Unlike other brands like Samsung and Sony that use expensive active-shutter 3D glasses, LG’s 3D solutions use comfortable and trendy polarized eyewear that has no inbuilt batteries resulting no harmful electromagnetic waves.

LG 3D Blu-ray Player Has Hit the Market

LG 3D Blu-ray player BD670

Sneha Mundhra

T

he high definition TV has become an imperative entertaining source in our living room. Thus, in no time, it is likely that 3D TV will become a quintessential part of our lives, with the mammoth rise in the 3D content. Thus, to add zing to your 3D entertainment experience LG has introduced 3D Blu-ray player BD 670 that has an ability to support 1080p content. This player supports all the functions of 3D and consists of a multitude of smart TV features. Whether it is about viewing images at Picasa or streaming videos on Youtube, everything is now available with LG Blu-ray player. In addition, LG offers an integral support for its applications.

LG understands that Wi-Fi has become a part of our lives and thus, connecting different wireless devices has become simple now with 3D Blu-ray Player. Moreover, all the DLNA certified devices stored media can be accessed easily. Further, it consists of a QWERTY keyboard that simplifies the user’s search for content.

As FPR (Film-type Patterned Retarder) 3D TV has started receiving a good response, it appears that the link between LG and 3D is burgeoning. The company is leaving no stone unturned for 3D to become a success in India. Also, it would be pointless to say that with the upcoming 3D devices, it will soon become a norm to have LG 3D TV at home, as SG (Shutter Glass) technology has become out dated.

Cello inaugurates affordable 3D TV based on LG’s FPR 3D LCD technology

Subhro Prakash Ghosh

Leyburn-based Cello Electronics, British LCD TV manufacturer, has unveiled its 3D TV range in the United Kingdom. Cello claims that it has launched the UK’s most affordable 3D TV any brand has ever come up with. The brand has worked on the technology, instead of abiding by the same routs Samsung and Sony follows, on the other hand, it has looked into the price factor to offer the most affordable 3D TV.

There was some news concerning the announcement of adoption of FPR (film-type patterned retarder) technology of LG Display by some other TV giants, however, not a single brand confirmed. However, Cello is the only brand that has utilized FPR passive 3D LCD technology in order to overcome the drawbacks and difficulties related to SG technology.

Cello 3D TV

Cello 3D TV comes with 4 pair of polarized glasses, a strategy to reach the families consisting of small and large family members. According to the news sources, Cello would charge £ 19.99 for each additional set of 3D eyewear.

The plus point of using LG Display’s FPR is that it has no drawbacks such as image flickering, overlapping, retention, low response speed, narrow viewing angle, etc. Thus, FPR technology has got the honor of ‘best 3D technology’ last year at a display event held in Beijing.

View the Aroma of Television

 Sneha Mundhra

Look right or left everywhere you may find 3D infused objects today, whether it is movies, televisions, or gaming. But, how about if you can sense smell too with great visuals? The researchers from University of California and Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology based out of Korea have been working on this ‘smell-o-vision’ concept for years now.

I know it seems trivial, if we give it a thought that who actually wants to smell the dish flashing on the TV screen. However, let’s not forget that smell is considered as a powerful tool, which can stimulate memories leaving an impact on its viewers. The aroma of cookies baking will surely bring your childhood memories back. Isn’t it? Recall those childhood days, when you and mommy used to whip cookies mixture and wait eagerly for the freshly baked cookies. Therefore, the smell power is the main reason of smell-o-vision to come into vision.

Talking about this technology, it will be a small device fixed behind the TV with an ability to blow out thousands of smells. In a way, it is a revolution that we will be able to receive an immersive experience and definitely, watching cookery shows will become more interesting now.

I hope the smell-o-vision will be launched soon, as I have just bought a new 3D TV and an addition of smell feature will make my experience incredible. My 3D TV has actually made my entertainment amazing than ever and it does not affect my eyes at all. The screen brightness is superb and gives me a facility to convert 2D content into 3D. The coolest part is that it is pocket friendly and hence, I would highly recommend LG 3D TV (being a tech freak) for all of you out there.

LG launches 3D Cinema Monitor in India

LG continues strengthening its market base in the IT segment by introducing its latest 3D Cinema Monitor in India. This has been declared as the world’s slimmest LED monitor and IPS monitor. With the continuous insertion of innovative concepts based on state-of-the-art technologies in order to provide integrated and cost-efficient services to its target audience, LG has become the leader in the market with the increase of its market share.

According to the spokesperson of LG, “LG always strives to provide the best to its consumers and we are positive that this new innovation from the house of LG will enhance the leadership in monitor category.” He also said, “The launch of new range of monitor series has set a benchmark and we expect good response within next quarter. With the launch of 3D monitor and world’s slimmest LG is all set to provide more fun and entertainment for its consumers than ever before. Presently we have 33.7% (Standalone Monitor market share and we target to achieve 42% by the end of 2011.”

The newly launched LG 3D Cinema Monitor is based on FPR (film-type patterned retarder) technology recently founded by LG Display. FPR technology has been awarded as the best 3D technology at a display event held in Beijing in 2010. The range of this product provides vivid and brighter with superior clarity. This is an attempt to combat with those brands, which are quite popular for using conventional SG technology since quite a long time.

Has 3D TV Become the Need of the Hour?

Sneha Mundhra

Has it become important today to have the latest technology at home? Maybe, definitely! Yeah, that is the tug of war in my mind. Every day new technology experts bring advanced mechanization and we, the consumers gets mesmerized to buy it.

I know what you are thinking that ‘who cares’. But in today’s life, where we all are working being updated is an imperative thing. This thought came to me, when I went to meet my filthy rich friend, since she always have the latest tech and gizmos in her home.

No wonder the launched technologies are fab but, to buy them all will burn my pocket. I belong to a media industry, where it is important to keep the track of the latest ongoing. However, this does not mean that I should have all the Apple products.

Coming back again to my meeting with my old friend; we sat in her scintillating room, which made me feel that I am seeing a dream. It was a gorgeous room, a wishful one. The aromatic candles were accentuating the objects around and the cosy couch just made me feel how much I needed it, after a hectic week. Thereafter, as I made myself comfortable she gave me spectacles to put on and my first reaction: “Sweety, my eyes are fine! Are you drunk?”  

So, she smiled and replied me back: “We are about to experience something which you never must have.”

With full concentration to her words, I laid back and wohoo I was watching 3D movie in her living room. I was totally stunned with her featherweight 3D glasses and yes, the wine was amazing too.

Though, I have never been much a fan of 3D movies, as it brings tears to my eyes. For me the idea of watching 3D films in theatre is like torturing. But, it came to me as a surprise, when after 2 hours of watching 3D content, no pain, no nausea nothing happened to me.

The foremost question that popped into my mind: “When this miracle took birth?” And, as usual, she got an excuse to boast. However, it was interesting to know how technology is advancing these days in India. It was LG 3D TV to make your viewing experience fully loaded. This product has seriously allured me and I wish to buy one to make my weekends amazing than ever.

 Thinking of price tag made me sad and there my friend again jumped in and told me it is quite affordable, which brought curves to my lips. 3D TV has so many functions that it can keep you occupied for the full day, if you do not wish to step out in this scorching heat. For me, it is a must buy as it has great features at reasonable price. Because I believe such opportunities, do not keep on knocking our doors, as we know the future is shaping 3D way.

3D TV to revolutionize home entertainment – reveals YouGov Siraj’s survey

Subhro P Ghosh

A recent report of a survey conducted in the UAE reveals that 51% of the total 764 surveyed respondents expressed optimistically that the potential of 3D TV penetration is immense to revolutionize the way they’re in watching TV at their residence. Whereas, over one-third of the respondents said that the thing will change more effectively with the application of 3D games.

Toshiba 3D TV

This sort of research conducted by YouGov Siraj is generally conducted to understand the inclination of customers toward the 3D TV when majority of the global market leaders are venturing into retailing 3D TV. Sharing the experience of the research, H S Paik, President of LG Electronic Gulf opined, “We asked the consumer what they considered would be the most important reason for buying a 3D TV and of those that responded, more than 65 per cent said the ability to be able to watch 3D movies was either important or very important.”

H S Paik also commented that the UAE consumers are well aware about the usage of conventional shutter glasses and its drawbacks such as image flickering and overlapping, whereas due to the presence of inbuilt rechargeable batteries, the glasses are not at all comfortable and low brightness is very common. While the customers were asked on their decision, over 85% voted for lightweight battery-free 3D glasses, variable relaxing seating positions and topmost image clarity matter a lot that would benefit with proper return-on-investment.

The new models of LG Cinema 3D TV introduced globally is based on FPR 3D technology that was achieved the honor of ‘Best 3D technology’ at a Display Event held in Beijing last year. LG’s Cinema 3D TV implemented with FPR technology has also received the ‘flicker-free’ certificate from two global certification agencies Intertek and TÜV.

LG Electronics faces scarcity in supplying its 3D TV glasses

Subhro P Ghosh

A Korean news portal has reported that supply of LG’s 3D TV glasses has come down and some of the customers who had bought LG Cinema 3D TV are not properly getting the glasses. Basically, each customer is supposed to 6-8 glasses per 3D TV set, but due to the shortage of LG’s supply, the number has come down.

According to the customers, they have got only a few glasses with the set and they will be getting the other remaining sets after about a month, and this shortage is also felt for 3D Blu-Ray titles. On the other hand, one of the senior officials of LG said, “It is true that the supply of the glasses has not been without a hitch as the domestic demands have exceeded our expectation. However, since the glass-makers are quite small in size and mass production is a kind of tall order for them, we are thinking to increase the number of suppliers.”

LG's FPR 3D glasses

However, industry experts believe that this supply shortage of the glasses is making the promotion of LG’s Cinema 3D TV, which is very new in the industry. The new Cinema 3D TV is based on FPR technology, which is yet to gain much popularity in the market competing with its major rivals Samsung and Sony. This also could be its strategy of LG to be floated in the news as its competitors are in an attempt to develop their conventional SG (shutter glasses) technology, for instance, Samsung has recently joined hand with RealD Inc. to make possible the merging of passive 3D glasses with active shutter technology.

LG’s new CINEMA 3D LW5700 LED TV reviewed

Subhro Prakash Ghosh

The leading Korea-based electronics brand LG has launched its 3D TV ranges in the New Year. The newly launched LG CINEMA 3D LW5700 LED TV offers outstanding 3D viewing experience with smoother and crisper image with superb clarity from virtually any angle. The picture quality being offered by LG CINEMA 3D LW5700 LED TV is absolutely stunning making you sure of not having experienced the same earlier before.

While at the launch, LG called for a press meet for giving a practical demonstration of its new 3D TVs ranges as the brand believed to give hands-on experience to the visitors. The main objective of the event was to understand the basic difference between LG’s new FPR technology and the traditional SG technology.

Specifications

·       Available screen sizes (42”, 47” and 55”)

·       Backlight: Edge LED

·       Response time: 2.4ms

·       Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 5,000,000:1

·       PC Connectivity

·       Picture Wizard II

·       Speaker System: 1 Way, 2 Speakers

·       HDMI: 4 sides

·       USB 2.0: 2 sides

·       Headphone Out: 1

·       Antenna In : 1

·       Audio Out: 1

·       RGB In (D-sub 15pin): 1

·       PC Audio Input: 1

·       Power Consumption: 170W

Features

·       Infinite 3D Surround System

·       Advanced IPS LED Panel

·       Cinema 3D

·       Features of Smart TV

·       Motion Clarity Index 600

·       FPR 3D glasses free from flickering, blurring, image overlapping, etc.

·       DLNA or WiFi ready

·       Advanced 2D to 3D conversion

·       Stylish design with slim bezel and depth

With the adoption of FPR (film-type patterned retarder) technology, LG LG CINEMA 3D LW5700 LED TV displays picture that is absolutely flicker-free with no crosstalk and retention. For the superior quality of picture, Cinema 3D TV product ranges have been certified ‘flicker-free’ from two globally spread Europe-based certification agencies Intertek and TÜV. The practical demonstration showed that the FPR 3D technology brings no such drawbacks of conventional SG technology, offering light-weight and comfortable 3D glasses. The glasses are free from batteries, hence it doesn’t require to be charged always. The viewer is also free from the harmful effect of electromagnetic waves. Moreover, the presence of 3D Light Boost enhances the picture quality. It is a thin film covering the CINEMA 3D TV’s screen that ensures 3D images are displayed at full brightness.

3D Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Why should I need and invest for a 3D TV?

A: A 3D TV is always different from a conventional or even LCD and LED television. A 3D TV is capable to offer you a 3D content. The main difference between 3D TV and other television is that a 3D TV has an additional chip that does the 3D rendering. The main function of this chip is displaying consecutive stereoscopic images each of 120 Hertz, if it is 240 Hertz television. However, one has to remember that for the purpose of viewing proper 3D image and get distinct 3D effect, the usage of 3D TV compatible glass is mandatory. If you want yourself to blend with the 3D effect, you should not hesitate in investing behind a 3D TV, because, you should remember, this investment is one timely made which will surely endow you with return-on-investment.

Q: Which are the 3D TV offering brands doing good in the Indian market?

A: The year 2010 witnessed the entry of three 3D TV brands in India – Samsung, Sony and Panasonic. The response that Samsung expected with its entry, including Sony and Panasonic, was never met in the time period of 1 year. Same poor performance they have shown in other countries. This is due to application of active shutter glass. According to the doctors and researchers, due to the usage of active shutter glasses, many people are suffering from health problems such as eye strain and fatigue, nausea, whereas technical problems like image flickering, retention, overlapping (technically known as crosstalk), lower brightness, etc. These are the main causes of obstruction in the 3D TV retailing business of Samsung, Sony and Panasonic.

LG Cinema 3D TV – a perfect TV for you if you’re a graphic designer

Subhro Prakash Ghosh

Last Sunday I came back from my friend’s house and determined to write a story on a real fact I’ve myself experienced. I felt I should share with my regular readers. A few months back one of my closest friends, Vivek Dutta, a graphic designer working in an MNC and a hard-core freelancer shared his interest for buying a 3D TV. He often brings his own clients (with whom he freelances) at his own bungalow to give demonstration on the designing works he does; the reason why he was eager to buy a 3D TV. I had also taken him to attend the launch of Panasonic 3D TV in India last year and he was quite impressed with the performance of the product. He was almost prepared to buy the Panasonic 3D TV and started doing some researches and studies on it. While doing so, what he later explained me, he had encountered lots of major and minor problems related to the product that compelled him to change his mind.

According to Vivek, using 3D TV is very effective for the graphic designers, what he feels, specially if the person is associated with numerous graphic designing companies who want proper 3D result. If the final 3D content is not visualized on a 3D TV, the effort graphic designers give in making a 3D content is not recognized at full extent. Using 3D TV will also helps the designers to recognize the faults or flaws in their content and make the necessary modifications.

Newly launched LG Cinema 3D TV in India

A few days back I was in Mumbai just for a day to attend the first launch of LG’s Cinema 3D TV. I’ve already mentioned in my earlier article how much I’ve been benefited by seeing the practical demonstration of LG Cinema 3D TV, its performance and difference with other branded 3D TVs. Here, once again I’ll recite the similar points to make you once again understand the specialty of LG 3D TV, mainly for them who haven’t gone through my previous write-up on the trip to Mumbai.

LG spokespersons standing on a row

After declaring the official launch of the LG Cinema 3D TV in India, a lengthy presentation was given on the new product there, new FPR (film-type patterned retarder) technology adopted and the difference between FPR and SG (shutter glasses) technologies. SG is actually a conventional technology that is still being used by Samsung, Sony and Panasonic – the consumer durables brands earlier ventured into the retailing of 3D TV in India. At the demonstration zone, the new LG Cinema 3D TVs were showcased with other branded 3D TVs on an objective to demonstrate the drawbacks of SG technology. For example of some demonstrations – While sliding down the shutter glasses, the light got diminished completely, no object was seen. While experimented the same with FPR 3D glasses, there was no reduction in brightness and color quality. I had also practically seen at what rate flickering and image overlapping are common for shutter glasses, but in case of FPR Cinema 3D TV, no such problems occur. I had also seen the conversion of 2D to 3D content fantastically done by LG Cinema 3D TV. There a 3D game was constantly going on that recalled me of Vivek. Then I felt that if Vivek would have accompanied me, he would have surely been benefited.

3D Gaming on LG Cinema 3D TV

Thanks to my high tech Xperia 10 mobile, I was able to record lots of videos of ongoing demonstration. Vivek seemed to be very cheerful after going through all those videos I had captured and press release too. Then he simply said, “You’re really a lucky guy. Don’t worry, I promise I shall purchase a LG Cinema 3D TV as soon as I get a pending cheque from my client and we shall once again enjoy the Avatar movie together and booze.” He also said that he will show me lots of his 3D graphic cartoons and games, which he had shown me earlier on his laptop, to clearly understand the superiority of LG Cinema 3D TV and FPR 3D technology.
Last Sunday he just called me up to accompany him for visiting an electronic store. The store owner was known to Vivek. We had seen some models of LG Cinema 3D TV and some demonstrations. We also finalized the bargaining part before giving the final call. Now we’re only waiting for our free time to bring the product home.

IPS panel always ahead of VA panel

Subhro Prakash Ghosh

Innovation never gets stagnant. It always has incessant flow, sometimes touches crest and at times trough. But it never ends. In every field innovation is constant. If we look into the electronic world, among the most striking innovations happened in the last decade, the television technology has reached the pinnacle with the introduction of LCD (liquid crystal display), LED (light emitting diode) and 3D TVs. The television sets consisting of conventional CRT (cathode ray tube) are getting a gradual shift to ‘no interest’. This is also due to the constant falling price of the LCD and LED televisions.

The concept of LCD came in before, and later the introduction of LED TV reduced the former’s impression, however, the latter product costs comparatively high. However, both the categories are based on the VA (Vertical Alignment) technology. But after going through an inclusive research on the usage of VA panel, it has been noticed that VA consists of numerous drawbacks and fails to meet the criteria of the manufacturers, as well as end-consumers.

VA panel is manufactured by the joint venture of Sony and Samsung. In VA display, the liquid crystal material naturally exists in a vertical state. When there is no voltage, the liquid crystal cell remains perpendicular to the substrate. This generates a black display. Whereas when voltage is applied, the liquid crystal cells immediately take the horizontal shift, i.e., parallel to the substrate, thus allowing light to pass through and creating a white display. As cited about the drawbacks, such as – both Samsung and Sony claim a viewing angle of 178⁰ but in actual case color shift happens with the change of viewing angle. The picture quality is not adequate in giving a sense of ‘realness’ to the audience. The screen composed of VA panel will always have lighting and tailing when touched.

If there are so many disadvantages involved with VA panel, why should we opt for the televisions made up of VA panel? And above all when we are having an alternative option. I don’t know if you have heard about IPS technology or not, but trust me, this is the superior alternative we have till date. IPS (In-Plane Switching) panel technology was developed by Hitachi in 1996. The purpose of Hitachi was solving some limitations of TN (Twisted Nematic) matrices, i.e., poor viewing angles and color reproduction. However, albeit launched around 15 years back, this IPS technology has taken its height with lots of innovations and modifications made in it.

There are lots of advantages of using TV comprised of IPS panel. IPS panel has fast response speed compared to VA panel, and displays accurate and consistent color from any viewing angle. While changing the angle, there will be no color change at all. The picture quality completely gives a sense of ‘realness’ to the audience. Whereas IPS panel displays stable images when it is touched, no option of lighting and tailing common to VA panel. Considering its advantages, LG and Hitachi are presently applying the IPS technology in their televisions.

LG LED TV having IPS panel

In India and other countries, LG products implemented with IPS technology are receiving tremendous response. It has also been noticed that customers using the Samsung and Sony products, composed of VA panel, have replaced with LG products. If you will find in Wikipedia the advantages of IPS panel, conversely the disadvantages of using VA panel. Hence, when the world is voting for IPS panel, you should also do the same with no controversy.

LG- The new innovator in the world of 3D TV

Rahul Mukherjee

LG has at last launched an exclusive 3D based TV with core emphasis on enhancing the viewer’s 3D TV experience. This product comes with LG’s own proprietary  film patterned retarder technology, which is aimed at eliminating crosstalk & flicker issue experienced by regular 3D TV viewers. Crosstalk has been one of the upsetting features of the 3D glasses provided with 3D glasses. Crosstalk takes place when the moving images inside the television can’t switch rapidly enough  between the right & left eye while communicating between the TV & 3D glasses. The consequence is, you end up witnessing the same image in through both, left & right glasses. On the other hand, flickering takes place primarily because of the LCD lenses used in manufacturing of 3D TVs. These LCD lenses are known for their property to dim lights in certain portions of images, but here it dims the amount of light reflected upon both the 3D glasses wore by the viewer, thus any other source of light within the viewing angle of viewer tends to produce a flickering effect. The end result is, you end up having a rough experience of watching 3D TV, which probably was your first time experience of 3D TV viewing.

LG Cinema 3D TV based on FPR tech

LG’s FPR 3D TV eliminates all of these bugs, & on top of that, adds a touch of eco-friendliness by replacing active-shutter 3D spectacles by passive 3D glasses. This glasses are lighter, cheaper & don’t add to your count of health hazards, as they don’t apply the any sort of electronic apparatus. Moreover, these glasses provided by LG are made compatible to be worn upon your corrective lenses if you  have any by the use of FPR lens inserts, thus allowing you to wear your corrective lenses while wearing the 3D FPR lenses. That’s not all, the 3D glasses provided by LG also add to your viewing experience by providing you with flexible viewing angle, thus you can keep in touch with 3D TV viewing even when you move around the room. Thus, LG is endeavored to provide you with a much more relaxed 3D TV viewing with its new LG FPR 3D.

LG FPR 3D is also being termed LG Cinema 3D in India, where it has been recently launched, as the brand claims that this 3D television will provide viewers with the same experience of watching full-length movies as they experience in 3D movie theatre screens. This TV had received user preference ratings of 95%, 88% & 85% from consumers in China, France & United states respectively. The owners have already announced much more competitive pricing of the product in coming months if sales figures match up as per the hype in certain top nations around the world.  Since, this product also boasts DivX HD feature & LED screen lenses alongside the innovative 3D technology, it is surely going to magnetize present HD TV viewers to witness impeccable 3D TV technology.

LG finally paves the road of FPR technology in India; unveils its first Cinema 3D TV

Subhro Prakash Ghosh

LG Cinema 3D TV unveiled

The   entry of Cinema 3D TV of LG in India on 26^th April breaks all the notions that the existing 3D TV brands made with the use of conventional technology. Yes, probably it might sound a tad weird comment or comparison, however, this is the actual truth. Earlier Samsung, Sony and Panasonic have already launched their 3D TVs in the Indian market, but every brand emerged with the conventional SG (shutter glass) technology. LG among all the global brands stands successful in applying the latest FPR (film-type patterned retarder) and launching its new Cinema 3D TV in India.
The successive foraying of LG in 3 nations (Korea, France, and India) within a gap of only one or two weeks makes it distinctive among all its competitors. The new breakthrough in 3D technology in the home entertainment segment debuts nationally for the Indian consumers. While unveiling the launch jointly done by Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut,

Kangana Ranaut with Soon Kwon, MD, LG Electronic

the Managing Director of LG Electronics India Soon Kwon opined, “LG is committed to develop the products and innovating technologies which surpass the expectation of today’s global consumers. Cinema 3D TV is the perfect choice when it comes to blend in the fascinating milieu of 3D entertainment for a lengthy period in greater comfort.”
The sizzling fact of this launch is that with the introduction of LG FPR 3D TV, the brands using the SG technology get a big slam due to open exposure of lots of disadvantage involved with the conventional technology. Poor brightness with less clarity, flickering, image overlapping known as cross talk, heavy weight of shutter glasses, health hazard due to prolonged use etc. are the striking drawbacks that make FPR technology stand far ahead from SG. LG Cinema 3D TV applied with FPR technology is the world’s first 3D TV to be honored with the recognition of ‘Flicker Free’ certification from Intertek and TUV.

FPR technology – a boon to end-consumers

Subhro Prakash Ghosh
LG has announced its retailing of LG Cinema 3D TV in India. Though it’s a Cinema 3D TV, but it comprises of all the advantages of LG Smart TV, so that the user can have an optimum level of access to premium content via renowned global providers including India’s, for instance Hungama, Zapak, NDTV, Carwale and Indiatimes. On the other hand, this product is designed in such a manner that it can directly hit the problem of ‘lack of 3D content’. It has a special quality to convert the 2D content into high quality content.
LG Cinema 3D TV, based on the FPR 3D technology is much ahead of the 3D TVs of other existing brands in India such as Panasonic, Sony and Samsung, whose concepts are pillared on SG technology. FPR technology optimizes the image separation for right and left eye in order to give the viewers clear 3D pictures with zero percent cross talk, image retention and flickering. These problems are openly observed in the SG technology, and its prolonged use even indulges viewers suffering from headache and eye fatigue.

Demonstration of FPR 3D glass-No change in color/pic quality with the change in viewing angle

Among all the features of FPR technology, the salient ones are – advanced 2D to 3D conversion, certified 3D flicker-free 3D images, comfortable 3D glasses, flexible viewing positions and wide viewing angle and 3D light boost. Viewers using the conventional shutter glasses (SG) confront with tremendous flickering, on the other hand, the glasses are too heavy due to inbuilt rechargeable battery to wear for a long time. On the contrary, the head position of the viewer should be straight and static, and taking a different viewing angle will immediately catch the reduced image brightness and clarity.

Demonstration of SG - Color/pic quality changes with the change in viewing angle

However, the using of FPR 3D glasses of LG has been improved with high modifications from all these drawbacks. Viewers using FPR glasses will never face flickering, and these glasses are very light and comfortable to wear due to the absence of battery. Whereas, this technology endows the user with numerous viewing angles (maximum 178⁰) with no color change, thus the picture quality is always vivid with superb clarity. Hovering with lots of advantages and benefits, this FPR technology, a proprietary of LG, is supposed to make a revolution in the 3D TV concept in India.

Samsung rules out 3D TV for couch potatoes, LG counters with FPR Tech

by Jack Burden

Recently a Samsung executive said “There’s no 3-D that works while you are lying down sideways!” and now a new 3D battle is underway. Active shutter glasses vs. Passive Polarized glasses is nothing new but vertical vs. horizontal has sprung forth from it.

All of Samsung's 3D TVs use active shutter glasses which require the viewer's heard to be oriented vertically in order to work, this means that you cannot watch 3D programming while lying down on the couch, which just happens to be a favorite activity of many TV watchers.

LG has countered with a new ad campaign in Korea that shows a man lying on the couch watching 3D TV. LG's FPR or Film Patterned Retarder technology uses a film over the TV which works with passive polarized glasses to create 3D that can be viewed from any head angle, inlcuding horizontal on the sofa.

It's amazing the places that technology battles can unfold sometimes but if you prefer to watch TV lying down, then something like this can sway your purchase decision.

source : http://www.3d-tvbuyingguide.com/news/3dtv-couch.html

IPS Technology Explain

IPS Panel Technology Explained

There are many different panel technologies used in the production of LCD monitors. They range from budget TN panels to expensive, professional quality S-IPS and S-PVA panels. The average consumer usually has no idea what panel technology is used in their LCD. In fact, many power users are also unaware, simply because the panel type is rarely listed by the manufacturer in the monitor specifications. Many users buy monitors based on price and size. Price should be a factor, but you should still know the advantages and disadvantages of the different LCD panel types and be able to identify them before you decide which LCD to purchase.

IPS Panel Technology

S-IPS/H-IPS (In Plane Switching) panels are generally considered the best overall LCD technology for image quality, color accuracy and viewing angles, but this comes at a price. They are well suited for graphics design and other applications which require accurate and consistent color reproduction. S-IPS panels offer the best viewing angles of any current LCD technology, with wide viewing angles up to 178 degress. The response time of S-IPS is adequate, ranging from 6ms to 16ms with current panels. This is only slightly slower than TN panels. However, gamers should take this into consideration. Fast paced games may suffer from motion blur or ghosting with S-IPS panels that have a response time higher than 8ms. IPS LCD's are a suitable stopgap display technology until OLED monitors are commercially viable.


S-IPS panels can be identified buy a slight purple hue on blacks when viewed from a wide angle. There are currently few manufacturers using S-IPS panels in comparison to the other panels types making choices limited and they often carry a premium price tag. H-IPS is a newer variation of S-IPS with a different pixel structure that improves contrast ratios and lowers pixel pitch to provide better picture quality. To find an IPS based LCD see this comprehensive list of IPS based LCD monitors.

VA Panel Technology

VA (Vertical Alignment) technology such as S-PVA/MVA are middle of the road LCD panels. They offer better color reproduction and wider viewing angles than TN panels, but have slower response times. They are very similar to S-IPS on paper. They also offer large viewing angles and good color reproduction, though not as good as S-IPS. The response times are generally worse than TN or S-IPS panels and there have been reports of a few panels that suffer from input lag, so VA technology may not be the best choice for fast paced gaming.
VA panels have the advantage of higher contrast ratios compared to other panel types, which leads to better black levels. The biggest disadvantage of VA based panels is color shifting. Color shifting is when the image viewed from one angle changes or "shifts" when viewed from a slightly different angle, making various uneven brightness levels across the display. This bothers many users to the point they will not even consider buying a VA based panel, while other users don't notice/aren't bothered by the color shifting. Color shifts also cause a loss of shadow detail in dark scenes when viewed directly from the center. VA panels are much easier to find compared to IPS because so many manufacturers use them. They offer better image quality than TN at lower price than IPS based panels.

TN Panel Technology

Example of the viewing angles commonly found with TN based LCD monitors.

TN (Twisted Nematic) panels are the most widely used panel type in the manufacture of LCD monitors. TN panels are cheap and offer excellent response times, making them perfect for fast paced gaming. The response times of current TN panels range from 2ms to 5ms. However, color reproduction, viewing angles and contrast ratios of TN panels are the worst of any current LCD panel technology. Unlike most 8-bit IPS/VA based panels, TN is only 6-bit and unable to display the full 16.7 million colors available in 24-bit true color. They can mimick the 16.7 million colors of 8-bit panels using a technique called dithering, but the results are unimpressive. TN panels have become popular with the average computer user because they are very inexpensive and currently dominate the LCD display market in availability.

Summary of LCD Panel Technology

• S-IPS/H-IPS panels are generally considered the best all around panel type, but they are more expensive and very few are made. High end, expensive. But IPS Produce In Korea.
• S-PVA/MVA panels offer better color reproduction and viewing angles than TN panels, have slightly worse response times than TN or S-IPS, offer the best contrast ratios, may suffer from color shifting or input lag and have higher availability than S-IPS panels. Mid range, fair price.
  VA Produce In China. But VA LCD TV is expensive more than that of IPS.  
• TN panels are very cheap and have the fastest response times, but suffer from inferior color reproduction, contrast ratios and viewing angles. Low end, inexpensive.