Panasonic pitches 3D Blu-ray

Posted by David Walker on Wed 26 Nov 2008

Coloured glasses optional, new HDMI cable essential

Just when you thought it was safe to come out from behind the sofa, Panasonic is bringing 3D Blu-ray to our homes.

The company has submitted a proposal to the BDA (Blu-ray Disc Association) for the new 3D standard, which could make for some pretty interesting horror movies in the next couple of years. Indeed, Hollywood is already knocking out 3D flicks in preparation for the home revolution. Look out for James Cameron's futuristic Avatar next year and some enhanced Disney movies from Pixar - the latter not being scary at all, but certain to be a hit with bored kids in the school holidays.

You can stick on a pair of cardboard specs if you like but they're not required. You see, aside from the improved Blu-ray discs, you just need a new HDMI cable in theory. Although we suspect a new player (or at least, new software) will also be required when the titles start to land in 2010.

Link: Panasonic (via TechRadar)