{"id":27388,"date":"2011-10-15T03:35:13","date_gmt":"2011-10-15T02:35:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/?p=27388"},"modified":"2011-10-15T03:51:39","modified_gmt":"2011-10-15T02:51:39","slug":"nvidia-introduces-3d-vision-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/nvidia-introduces-3d-vision-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Nvidia Introduces 3D Vision 2 (!)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\/\/ <![CDATA[\n    google_ad_client = \"pub-7021221536180758\"; \/* 468x60, created 11\/11\/09 *\/ google_ad_slot = \"1949837292\"; google_ad_width = 468; google_ad_height = 60;\n\/\/ ]]><\/script><script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"http:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/show_ads.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<h2 align=\"center\"><em>New 3D Vision 2 Glasses, Brighter 3D Monitor Technology <\/em><\/h2>\n<h2 align=\"center\"><em>Immerse Gamers into Vivid 3D Worlds<\/em><\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><a href=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/3D-Vision-2-Wireless-Glasses-Kit.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-27393\" title=\"3D Vision 2 Wireless Glasses Kit\" src=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/3D-Vision-2-Wireless-Glasses-Kit.png?resize=614%2C346\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/3D-Vision-2-Wireless-Glasses-Kit.png?resize=614%2C346 1024w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/3D-Vision-2-Wireless-Glasses-Kit-300x168.png 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/3D-Vision-2-Wireless-Glasses-Kit.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 614px) 100vw, 614px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a>Nvidia has just made a major announcement at GeForce LAN in Alameda, California.\u00a0 They have just introduced <strong>3D Vision 2<\/strong> and have addressed all of the (minor) concerns that we had about it in our <a href=\"http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/3d-vision-mega-evaluation-gimmick-or-gamings-future\/all\/1\">Mega Evaluation of 3D Vision. <\/a><\/p>\n<p>In our conclusion we said this:<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><strong>The only technical issue that we have with 3D Vision is that it is relatively dark<\/strong> compared to 2D gaming.\u00a0 And we understand that the next generation of 3D Vision may have some active light boosting techniques as Nvidia works to perfect their S3D solution for PC gaming.\u00a0 And each generation of 120Hz display improves over the one preceeding it.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Well, today it appears that they have solved the technical issues with darkness and also somewhat with crosstalk with their new &#8220;LightBoost&#8221; display technology &#8211; with images up to twice as bright as before!\u00a0 They are also introducing new 3D Vision 2 Glasses with lenses that are twenty percent larger.\u00a0 The are more stylish also.\u00a0 Best of all, 3D Vision and 3D Vision 2 hardware are completely compatible with each other.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/glasses.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-27394\" title=\"glasses\" src=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/glasses.jpg?resize=300%2C119\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/glasses.jpg?resize=300%2C119 300w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/glasses.jpg 619w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>To really make full use of the new glasses and LightBoost technology, there are new 120Hz displays that are 120Hz and LightBoost-enabled such as this 27&#8243; ASUS that should be available this month &#8211; notice the built-in emitter on top:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/VG278_with-glasses-01.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-27396\" title=\"VG278_with-glasses-01\" src=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/VG278_with-glasses-01.jpg?resize=450%2C366\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/i2.wp.com\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/VG278_with-glasses-01.jpg?resize=450%2C366 450w, http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/10\/VG278_with-glasses-01-300x244.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>As we said in our mega 3D evaluation, 3D is the future.\u00a0 And the technology is good with 3D Vision, the games far more immersive and the 120Hz displays do double duty for providing a much better 2D gaming experience for fast-paced shooters.\u00a0 And now we have the second generation of 3D Vision which addresses all of the minor concerns of the original and improves significantly on the technology for an even better experience.<\/p>\n<p>We are excited about these improvements at AlienBabelTech and we look forward to actually reviewing the 3D Vision 2 hardware in the not too distant future. We will also have regular 3D Vision Driver performance analysis and feature discussions about 3D Vision and S3D in our <a href=\"http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/abt\/\">ABT Forum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Mark Poppin<\/p>\n<p>ABT Senior Editor<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Here is Nvidia&#8217;s press release for the details:<\/p>\n<p><strong>SANTA CLARA, Calif.\u2014Oct. 14, 2011\u2014<\/strong>Nvidia today unveiled its second generation of 3D Vision products, designed to immerse gamers and enthusiasts in the ultimate 3D experience for\u00a0\u00a0 games, movies and photos.<\/p>\n<p>Nvidia 3D Vision 2, the next generation of Nvidia \u2019s award-winning 3D glasses, features a sleek new design and other features to enhance the immersive experience when playing 3D games, or enjoying 3D movies or photos.\u00a0 Among these is Nvidia 3D LightBoost\u2122, a unique new display technology that dramatically improves the 3D experience by delivering images that are up to twice as bright and colors that are far richer than those provided by other 3D display technologies.<\/p>\n<p>These features give gamers the ultimate 3D platform for this Fall\u2019s hot new titles, including <em>Batman: Arkham City, LA Noire<\/em> and more.\u00a0 In addition, through the 3D Vision Ready ecosystem, Nvidia is delivering the industry\u2019s broadest selection of high-quality 3D content and supported displays.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cGorgeous, bright, crystal-clear 3D worlds are created by Nvidia \u2019s 3D Vision 2 glasses with 3D LightBoost monitors and notebooks,\u201d said Phil Eisler, general manager of 3D Vision at Nvidia .\u00a0 \u201cNvidia \u2019s engineering team has made incredible enhancements in 3D on PCs, creating a breathtaking gaming experience that\u2019s better than the best Hollywood 3D movie.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cNvidia 3D LightBoost technology makes 3D games, movies and photos more stunning and life-like than ever before,\u201d said David Wung, senior director of product management of Open Platform Business (OPBG) Group for ASUS Computer International.\u00a0 \u201cWith 3D LightBoost and our new full-HD monitors, colors are richer, textures and subtle image details virtually jump off the screen, and the overall quality of the experience is something to behold.\u00a0\u00a0 We are thrilled to be the first desktop display manufacturer to bring this new level of 3D visual quality to our customers with the ASUS VG278H.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Nvidia 3D Vision 2 Glasses<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Nvidia 3D Vision 2 glasses were designed specifically for gamers and 3D enthusiasts. They provide deeper immersion in games through lenses that are 20 percent larger than those in first-generation glasses, resulting in a wider viewing area and increased external light blocking.\u00a0 In addition, 3D Vision 2 glasses are made of soft composite materials for a more comfortable fit with gaming headphones.<\/p>\n<p>The glasses, which feature Nvidia \u2019s advanced active-shutter and IR wireless technologies, allow gamers and 3D enthusiasts to access the broadest selection of high-quality 3D content available today, including more than 550 full-HD 1080p 3D games, more than 100 Blu-ray 3D movies and thousands of 3D videos and photos from YouTube and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.3dvisionlive.com\/\" onclick=\"_gaq.push(['_trackEvent', 'outbound-article', 'http:\/\/www.3dvisionlive.com\/', '3DVisionLive.com']);\" target=\"_blank\">3DVisionLive.com<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0 In addition, 3D Vision 2 glasses are fully backwards-compatible with all existing 3D Vision Ready content and supporting products, including more than 70 different 3D Vision monitors, notebooks and projectors, video applications, and cameras.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Nvidia 3D LightBoost Technology <\/strong><\/p>\n<p>3D LightBoost is a new Nvidia display technology that delivers up to 2X brighter 3D images than existing 3D solutions and improved color quality.\u00a0\u00a0 It also dramatically increases environmental lighting, making gaming keyboards and mice more visible, and reducing 3D ghosting.<\/p>\n<p>The first 3D LightBoost-certified desktop display is the ASUS VG278H, a 27-inch LED full HD (1920&#215;1080) monitor, featuring a 3D HDMI 1.4 input, as well as a Dual-link DVI input for full HD 1080p 3D gaming.\u00a0 ASUS\u2019 exclusive Trace-Free II Technology features 120Hz refresh rates and 2ms response times, resulting in vivid, ultra-smooth visuals.\u00a0 Expected to be available beginning in October 2011, the ASUS VG278H includes 3D Vision 2 glasses and is priced at $699 (USD MSRP).<\/p>\n<p>Additional 3D LightBoost-compatible displays from Acer and BenQ, are expected to ship in the coming months.\u00a0 3D LightBoost compatible notebooks include several Toshiba models \u2013 Satellite P770\/P775, Dynabook Satellite T572, Dynabook T572, and the Qosmio X770\/X775 \u2013 with others expected in the coming months.<\/p>\n<p><strong>3D Vision 2 Pricing and Availability<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The 3D Vision 2 glasses kit, which includes one pair of 3D Vision 2 glasses and a wireless USB IR emitter will be available from the leading retailers\/e-tailers worldwide in October for $149 (USD MSRP).\u00a0 It will also be available on the Nvidia online store.\u00a0 Extra 3D Vision 2 glasses are available for $99 (USD MSRP).\u00a0 Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nvidia.com\/3dvision\" onclick=\"_gaq.push(['_trackEvent', 'outbound-article', 'http:\/\/www.nvidia.com\/3dvision', 'www.nvidia.com\/3dvision']);\" target=\"_blank\">www.nvidia.com\/3dvision<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p>Please join us in our <a href=\"http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/abt\/index.php\" target=\"_blank\">Forums<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Become a Fan on <a href=\"http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/AlienBabelTech\/123268467142\" onclick=\"_gaq.push(['_trackEvent', 'outbound-article', 'http:\/\/www.facebook.com\/pages\/AlienBabelTech\/123268467142', 'Facebook']);\" target=\"_blank\">Facebook<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Follow us on <a href=\"http:\/\/twitter.com\/alienbabeltech\" onclick=\"_gaq.push(['_trackEvent', 'outbound-article', 'http:\/\/twitter.com\/alienbabeltech', 'Twitter']);\" target=\"_blank\">Twitter<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For the latest updates from ABT, please <a href=\"http:\/\/alienbabeltech.com\/main\/?feed=rss2\" target=\"_blank\">join our RSS News Feed<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Join our Distributed Computing teams<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Folding@Home &#8211; 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