… Cinemas were paying half of the ticket fee to RealD, technology supplier of the movie while 40 percent of the cost was borne by studios. RealD is the global licensor ofstereoscopic (three-dimensional), or 3D, technologies. It also supplies 3D eye wears, display and gaming technologies to electronic manufacturers, content producers and distributors. In most [...]

[Forbes] …Using new imaging technology (probably not unlike the Autodesk 123D Catch app I wrote about last week), you are scanned and your likeness cast via three-dimensional printing methods. I won’t be surprised to see a RepRap, MakerBot or the new MakerGear M-series user leveraging both the Autodesk 123D Catch app and a 3D printer to create their [...]

[Hollywood Reporter] Premiere will use Dolby 3D. A test mix of “Brave” in Dolby’s new Atmos sound format will be created, though it is unconfirmed if it will be ready for the opening. Disney/Pixar Brave’s world premiere will mark the grand opening of Hollywood’s Dolby Theatre. The  June 18 premiere is a special presentation for [...]

[IT Pro Portal] …  The ST1080 glasses from Silicon Micro Display promise “full HD” resolution due to the LCoS microdisplay technology. The portable display is designed to help users get a different viewing experience whilst watching a Blu-ray movie, or playing a game. Work on the computer or laptop can become a lot more fun [...]

[CNET] When it debuted a few years ago, the Nvidia 3D Vision Kit required four components to work properly: 3D glasses, an Nvidia graphics card, a compatible display, and a separate, USB-connected 3D emitter. In the time since that debut, not much has changed. But, while all four of those things are still required, some [...]

[Philip Lelyveld comment: it will be interesting to see how the hacker community reacts to commercial intrusions into Maker Faire.] [Press Release] 3D Systems Corporation announced today that it will showcase its maker and consumer solutions at the Bay Area Maker Faire, May 19–20, 2012, at the San Mateo County Fair Grounds, Expo Hall in [...]

[Viet Nam Net] Because of the cheap price and wide range of selections, 3D cinema cafes have been attracting many young people. These small shops require reservations, but allow customers to watch the movies when they want, and often offer upwards of 60 3D and 200 HD titles to choose from. Drinks are also available. [...]

[3D TV Watcher] … Having watched the film, I’m still in two minds about it. I wouldn’t say that Beauty and the Beast was meant for 3D but I have never seen a more stunning introduction. Parts of the film where the audience could see large bits of scenery, landscapes or interiors were taken to [...]