World's First 46-inch Stereoscopic 3D TV from Hyundai on Sale in Japan

"If you're in Japan, have half a million yen (about £2,500 or $4,900) to spare and a burning itch for extra dimensions in your life, then let Hyundai give it a vigorous scratch with its new, world-beating 3D TV set.



The Korean firm, better known for its cars, tomorrow becomes the first to market with a TV set that takes advantage of experimental 3D broadcasts from BS11 Digital, a Japanese cable TV broadcaster.

Special glasses needed
Given the steep price, the 46-inch Hyundai E465S set isn't likely to be popular, which is why it's being stocked in just 23 shops belonging to electronics chain Bic Camera.


The new TV has a 1,920 x 1,080 resolution, a 1,200:1 contrast ratio, the usual range of digital and analogue tuners and two HDMI inputs. It comes with two sets of the shades-like glasses needed to watch the 3D fun and games, while extra pairs are available for around £15 ($30)."

By J Mark Lytle, TechRadar