Just a few days more and 2009 is history. It was a great year for 3D, with a lot of attention for all kinds of applications. From 3D Digital Signage to 3D Broadcast and 3D Cinemas. And 3D movie Avatar is closing the line with some great extra 3D publicity.
So, what will 2010 bring? First of all I think we will see more cinemas converted into 3D. Besides that the first serious 3D TV channels will startup during 2010, reaching out to the masses. And probably someone you know will buy a stereo TV in 2010, altough content is still limited.
The fact that big electronic companies like LG are now finally pushing 3D, will certainly help persuiding 2D content producers to convert to 3D as well. I think 2010 probably will be the big (positive) turning point for 3D. For some years I’ve been telling people that there’s a certain 3D Content / 3D Display Paradox: lack of 3D displays result in lack of 3D content and vice versa. This paradox might turn into an ‘upwards spiral’ now.
Last weeks’ news of the finalization of the official 3D Blue Ray specification will also contribute and is a very necessary condition for success. Now hopefully in 2010 all 3D Display manufacturers will adapt one 3D specification so all hardware and content is inter exchangeable, however, I doubt this will already really happen during 2010.
So… also 2010 promises to be an interesting year for everyone in the 3D business.
Have a great 2010 everyone!
