Today I decided it’s time to start some blog series about my vision that “3D is the Future”. I want to dedicate this article to persons and organizations that have big influence on todays and tomorrows world and that share my vision as stated above. B.t.w. it’s all in random order.
Bill Gates
Microsofts founder Bill Gates sees the future in 3D and is talking about this since years now. Microsoft is involved in 3D in different ways, from 3D interaction projects to the Virtual Earth web application, which will have more and more 3D in the near future.
Hollywood
When saying “Hollywood”, I refer to a number of companies and organizations, such as Dreamworkd, Walt Disney, Steven Spielberg etc. All are investing heavily in 3D, there have been some rumours that the prediction is, that by 2015 almost all movies will be produced in 3D. Furthermore, as many as 15.000 3D cinema’s are expected tot popup the next 5 years.
Google
It’s very clear that Google believes in 3D. Formerly their mission was to make all “information” on the web findable. Now it looks like their new ambition might be to make a virtual 3D version of the complete planet. More and more 3D is inserted in their Google Earth application, and complete virtual city tours are already available for some places. I think Google Earth will soon replace the “traditional”, text-based google.com interface we’ve been using for 10 years now.
Sony, JVC, Panasonic, LG etc.
Vritually all major electronical companies are releasing or announcing their own stereo 3D Displays lateley. Ofcourse all require the usage of 3D-glasses but still… It looks like, all agree that 3D is the next logical step after HD.
Sky TV
Few months ago Sky (UK) announced that they’ll start a new digital channel which is completely 3D (stereo). That’s an important step: content is king!
These are just some examples, I’ll try to extend this overview in the next months, because it’s really an interesting trend we’re seeing here.
Additions are always welcome.
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