The LA Times reports that at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, more television manufacturers were stead fast on promoting their new technological advance, 3-D on the tube.

While most electronic store salesmen are trying to reach their commission goals by selling HD tv’s, the HD will soon be a thing of the past.

The idea of bringing 3-D to screens in the home is making a comeback after failed attempts, in the 1950s and then again in the 1970s. Hoping the third time will be the charm, manufacturers are making a concerted push this year to promote 3-D TV as the best way to enjoy live sporting events and action films. “Unlike earlier attempts, it’s not just gimmick to try to sell a bad horror movie,” said Doug Darrow, a Texas Instruments executive. “It’s a whole different picture now.”

The National Football League (NFL) recently took a chance and aired the Oakland Raiders vs San Diego Chargers game in 3-D. The viewing was only at selected theaters throughout the U.S. But the NBA will be next up when it tries out the “3-D” coverage at next month’s All-Star weekend.

So, how much will you have to pay for your favorite movie on dvd in 3-D? At this time, we’re not sure. But it is said that,

“The studios are putting a lot of money into producing 3-D movies for digital cinema, and there’s an incredible slate of 3-D movies coming” in 2009, said Brad Hunt, former chief technology officer of the Motion Picture Assn. of America and now president of Digital Media Directions, a consulting firm in Westlake Village. “They’re now very interested in creating a thriving 3-D home video market to generate payback for their investments in making these movies.”

As for the 3-D glasses, YES they are still required. But luckily they come much slimmer and more fashionable. It is not said if the glasses will come automatically when you purchase a television.

But it’s too early to tell. Although it will be several years before the 3-D tv’s become mainstream, there are several companies like Philips, Samsung, Mitsubishi and Panasonic who have already introduced their sets.

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