The era of 3D has finally come home as Sony announced at CES 2010 that they are releasing four complete Bravia HD 3D TV’s for those of you who want to be the first adopters of the 3D revolution. We consider this the all-in-one package because these XBR LX Series Bravia TV’s will come with two pairs of 3D (active shutter) glasses and a built-in emitter. Just about every screen size is covered, as there will be the XBR-60LX900 60-inch model, 52″ (XBR-52LX900), 46″ (XBR-46LX900), and 40-inch (XBR-40LX900) options. The LCD panel features Edge LED backlighting, which some have criticized but I still believe that it delivers a phenomenal picture that will suite this product well.
Consumers will enjoy silky smooth movement scenes with the integrated Motionflow PRO 240Hz Technology, which assures that no matter what scene that moving images are fluid and have crisp detail. BRAVIA Engine 3 ensures breathtaking picture quality with reduced visual noise, enhanced color and overall image detail.
This is one of the first BRAVIA series to feature the Monolithic Design concept, which can be displayed at a six-degree upward slant, producing the most natural viewing experience, especially with lower TV stands. The new sets’ near-invisible bezel, concealed touch sensors, and combination of both glossy and matte finishes allow them to blend into any décor, adding state-of-the-art style to a home theater. The optional Intelligent Presence Sensor feature will also turn off your TV and save power along with extending its life when your not in front of the TV. I can’t tell you how many times I have left a room and the TV just sits on playing for no one.
Want to experience rich internet content? With a built in Wi-Fi connection, the XBR LX series can easily connect to your wireless network at home which allows you to enjoy BRAVIA Internet Video (YouTube, dozens of streaming content providers and more) and Widgets, such as Twitter, Netflix, and more. Physical connectivity is also covered – with many HDMI inputs, optical audio, and so much more. A USB port and DLNA photo/music/video playback are also included.
It’s amazing to witness Sony’s first push to put 3D in the living room and we will be watching very closely to see how long it takes content providers to start offering 3D in the home. Fortunately, the PS3 will be 3D compatible through a firmware upgrade and that should help hold people over with movies and games until cable and satellite providers offer 3D channels. However, this is for the true playboys and playgirls out there, as we’ve heard rumors that the 60 inch model will cost a little north of $7,000!
