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Here are a few of our articles that may be of interest. While some are not quite on the mark, we hope to organize these in FAQ or a Forum soon.

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Where are the Free 3D Pictures? Technology is always expanding, especially in the realm of entertainment. At first, companies were vying to create the clearest and most detailed screens possible, giving us technology such as high-definition movies and channels. The latest trend to grab the market is 3D viewing, which has been successfully implemented in everything from giant movie theater screens to home television systems. This remarkable technology has even begun to make its way into our cell phones! While 3D technology used to require the use of cumbersome accessories such as the blue and red-lens glasses, it has developed to the point in which these items are no longer required. This is why the concept has become a more viable option for our home televisions and cell phones. One of the great things about most cell phones today is the availability of free content pictures that one can download and use for all types of applications, such as a background wallpaper. These pictures have become widely accessible from free apps and websites for download onto a cell phone. The range of content for these pictures is remarkable. From beautiful scenery shots to gorgeous depictions of European sports cars, there seems to be something for everyone. A search for 2D and even high-definition shots will usually generate a plethora of results from a seemingly unlimited supply of content. With the integration of social media content and general accessibility of newer cell phones, these pictures can easily be shared with friends and family through text sharing or over the internet on social media websites. Unfortunately, the 3D phone market appears to have a distinct lack of free pictures available. Whether it stems from the pace of the 3D world catching up to the established markets or simply a lack of content generators, the result is the same: A search for 3D pictures delivers a disappointingly short list of results. It may take some time for this problem to correct itself. Once 3D phones become more commonplace, we may see the amount of available content start to increase. Until then, paid 3D content and 2D pictures may be the only options to which consumers have access.

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******* Seeing The Third Dimension When you look at an image, there is a lot of mechanics going on between the object and your eye. Both of your eyes are focusing on that point, so that you recognize the image is flat. Your eye conveys that to your brain and you realize you are looking at a picture. Stereoscopy is a technique that is used to two images with slight offset differences, and presenting them to both of your eyes individually. Your eye perceives the image differently this way, making the picture now seem to have three dimensions. There have been many ways that people have used the two separate images, from the special glasses that you might see in a movie or a divider between both frames so the eyes can only perceive the image in front of them. There is also a technique known as autostereoscopy where it is the light that presents each eye its own individual picture. Interestingly enough, if the two pictures are sitting next to each other, the viewer may cross their eyes in such a way as for the pictures to overlap. In this, they can view the illusion of three dimensions without any special equipment. As time and technology move forward, we continue to find new ways to present stereoscopic images to a viewer. The current trend is in polarized glasses, which look sort of like giant sunglasses. With this technique, the two images on a movie screen are polarized, with the glasses containing polarizing crystals that allow the two different images to be seen and again, supplying the brain with enough information to make you think you are seeing something with more depth than it actually has. Over the last decade, the world of 3d has grown in such awe-inspiring ways that now you can purchase 3D televisions. Many are wondering if this is going to be the future of our living room or whether it is just a stepping-stone onto something bigger. Stereoscopic content pictures have been around a long time, I'm sure they will find their permanent place in television soon enough.

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******* An Introduction to 3D Autostereoscopic Content Pictures In the earlier days of 3D technology, users had to wear special devices to view the produced images. This is due to the fact that 3D displays generate 2 different images of the same object. Each eye is meant to see just one of the images to create the illusion of depth, which imitates parallax vision. Looking at the images with naked eyes makes them appear blurry. However, autostereoscopy modifies the display so that the images can be viewed without the special aids. A variety of methods have been tried, including the use of laser, but they are not very practical. One method that has shown significant success is the use of lenticular displays, which are coated with special lenticular film. Lenticules are very small lenses that are placed on a film. Although the autostereoscopic displays still project 2 images, the lenses allow each eye to see just one image by directing light to individual eyes. This imitates normal vision where each eye sees an image at a different angle and the brain interprets them to come up with a third dimension – depth. To view 3D autostereoscopic content pictures, the images must be created in a special way that interlaces the 2 sets of images. Since the lenticular displays direct light from each image to individual eyes, viewers must also sit at a specific spot to have the 3D effect. Moving from the spot leads to misalignment of the light rays, which results in blurry images. However, plans are underway to include special cameras in 3D televisions that track the viewer’s position and make necessary adjustments. The challenge here is how this can be adjusted for multiple viewers. Watching 3D autostereoscopic content pictures is also associated with some complications. For example, some viewers get symptoms of motion sickness when they watch the images for several minutes. The most likely cause is the extra work the eyes handle in dealing with discrepancy between convergence and focus of the pictures. Considering the high cost of 3D glasses, however, this may be a small compromise. As 3D technology improves, these problems are likely to be solved so that viewers can feel what they watch in the room.

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******* Nintendo Sends the Handheld Market Into a New Direction with the 3DS The handheld gaming industry has always held a special place in Nintendo's line of products. Ever since the release of their original Game Boy, this company has revolutionized the market with hundreds of millions of units sold worldwide since the original release of the Game Boy in 1989. Just as with the rest of the gaming industry, handheld gaming went through a slow but steady evolution in terms of processing power, the scale of games, graphics, and ergonomics. Handheld gaming was always a single step behind dedicated gaming consoles, until the advent of the 3DS. Nearing 2009, 3D technology began to grab the imagination of manufacturers of all forms of technology. Everything from high-definition, flat screen televisions to smartphones were receiving the benefits of 3D pictures. They were met with varying degrees of success though, and many gaming and technology companies did away with the idea within a short amount of time. However, Nintendo was not one of those companies. Nintendo fans were skeptical when this 3D device was announced. No company had quite been able to capture the attention of the gaming community with a long-lasting product. Most 3D games would come and go, retaining a shelf life of more than a few months. The 3DS had to be different, so Nintendo shocked the world when they claimed they had created a 3-dimensional gaming platform that did not require glasses. With two autostereoscopic screens, the 3DS portrays a vivid 3-dimensional moving picture for thousands of game titles. Competing with such titans as the PSP, this handheld device took a turn in a direction that very few thought was possible. It was also one of the first times that the handheld industry ventured into ground that dedicated consoles had not yet perfected. The biggest names in the industry such as the Playstation 3, Wii, and Xbox 360 had not stepped foot in to the realm that the 3DS had already perfected. Along with this amazing new technology, this handheld gaming device houses the ability to capture 3D images, connect to the internet, and has reverse compatibility with other Nintendo titles. By the time the release date had arrived, pre-sale units had sold out in nearly every country available, changing the handheld market forever.

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******* The New LG Optimus Thrill 4G When you look at the LG Optimus Thrill 4G (also called the Optimus 3D) the first thing that may catch your attention is the size of the phone. This is a large phone, but LG made good use of the size since the 4.3-inch LCD screen covers almost the entire front of the phone. This handset is heavy, nearly six ounces, it is five inches long and 2.67 inches wide. Some people will not like the size, while others will not mind the size of the phone at all. The five megapixel 3D camera with flash is the dominant feature of the back of the phone. The 3D camera and the no glasses needed 3D display are the main selling points of the phone. Although not a big selling point for LG, the phone also has a 1.3-megapixel camera on the front for snapping non-3D pictures. The phone has the SIM card and microSD card under the back panel of the phone. The panel is extremely easy to remove. LG equipped this phone with a micro-USB port and an HDMI port. On the outer edges of the phone, you will find the power button, headphone jack, volume button and a button that takes you to the area for all of the phones 3D operations. The screen is responsive but the resolution was a little underwhelming for a phone that boasts 3D capabilities. The pictures taken with the LG Optimus 3D were good but not great considering the hype. If the phone was moved in any 3D mode, it flickered and changed color seemingly at will. The 1 GHz dual core processor makes this phone fast at all task. This setup was designed to make this phone extremely fast and conserve battery power, the speed is there, but battery life is not. That is probably its biggest weakness is that the battery drains so fast. The phone performed the best of any phone on all benchmark tests. At the end of the day the LG Optimus Thrill 4G is a good and competent phone, but could have been better considering the lacking quality of 3D content pictures and the cost.

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******* The Best Way To View Content Pictures on the HTC Evo 3D The HTC Evo 3D is one of the most powerful smartphones on the market today. The HTC Evo is packed with a 1.2 GHz dual core processor that will ensure that it is one of the fastest phones available. It also comes fully loaded with duel 5 megapixel lenses. This means that together with the massive 4.3 inch 3D touch screen, the HTC Evo 3D is able to produce crystal clear 3D pictures. The qHD 960x540 provides a great canvas from which to view content pictures. The HTC Evo was made specifically with the end user in mind. The 3D pictures and videos that can be taken and viewed with this device are unmatched anywhere. The content pictures can be view in 3D without the need for glasses. This Android powered device is made with a textured rubber back, and comes with a toggle switch that lets you view pictures in 2D as well. Overall, this phone produces content that is of the highest quality. The HTC Evo 3D can capture images, and displays them on any 3D TV for your viewing pleasure. The HDMI port is actually MHL, which makes this possible to charge the phone, while simultaneously viewing the content, thanks to advances in technology. HTC uses a Sense interface to create a unique experience for its users. The Sense works together with the camera to let you view the videos and pictures with ease. The choice on how you can view the pictures is a big advantage that the HTC Evo 3D has over its immediate competitors. The size of the screen also makes it a more enjoyable experience overall for the end user. The camera on the HTC Evo has been highly rated by leading publications. The Evo gives you the ability to edit, view, and download pictures, right from your phone. The front facing camera also has the ability to capture pictures and video. You can post your photos on all your favorite social applications. The HTC Evo is a very powerful device and is great for viewing all kinds of content. The android platform gives users access to the Android market, which has thousands of apps that can be used to enhance the pictures and videos taken on the phone.

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******* Experiencing 3D Blu-ray Content Pictures There has been a great demand for high quality pictures. This is evident by all of the HD, Blu-ray, 3D televisions, and DVD players that are flooding the market. Films are leaving the theaters, and movie fans are interested in bringing the same quality home. This is where the 3D Blu-ray Content pictures come into play. For many, the flat screen was a huge improvement in television. People were suddenly realizing that they could afford bigger screens for entertainment purposes. The larger screen with Plasma and LCD projections were greatly enhanced with high definition channels. The DVD was already in digital format. The only logical step that developers could take was the Blu-ray high resolution content. Today movie fans have the ability to experience movies in both 3D and Blu-ray thanks to special televisions and DVD players that support 3D imagery. These DVD players are producing 1080 HD output, and they are becoming the next best thing for television owners. Some people may not see the need to buy 3D Blu-ray content, but true movie fans are elated for the chance to own some of their favorite films in 3D Blu-ray formats. The resolution is so clear, and the 3D concept in homes is mind blowing. Individuals do not have to race to the theater to see 3D films anymore. They no longer have to fear that the theater release will be their one and only chance to experience the film in 3D. They can wait until it hits the stores and enjoy the same great film without downgrading their movie experience. People that are hesitant should look at the bigger picture. This is a drastic change in video formatting. It is a change for the better. This means that many of the older model DVDs will eventually get phased out. The Blu-ray 3D players will eventually do to the standard DVD player what the original DVDs did to VHS tapes. People are all in favor of things that increase the quality of products, and this is one concept that is looked upon as a great enhancement. Individuals that collect movies should get ahead of the curve and buy movies in this format.

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******* How to Watch 3D TV Content Pictures 3D TV content pictures give the illusion of depth, adding a third dimension to the 2-dimensional nature of ordinary televisions. The images appear to come out of the screen. Such methods as stereoscopy are used to display 2 different images of the same objects and the human brain uses the double images to create an illusion of depth. Each human eye sees the same object at a slightly different angle because of the distance between the eyes, something referred to as parallax view. The brain then interprets the 2 views to provide 3-dimensional perceptions. 3D TV content pictures use this principle to trick the brain by displaying 2 pictures simultaneously. Two methods are primarily used to help the brain interpret the images as desired. Using 3D Lenses Since 2 images are displayed at the same time on the screen, watching them with naked eyes may make them appear blurry. When a viewer uses 3D glasses, however, the brain interprets the images as 1 3-dimensional image. The glasses filter the images for each eye. There are different types of 3D lenses, including: Passive Lenses: These glasses use Film Patterned Retarder (FPR) technology that enhances separation of the images before converging them using the glasses. There are 2 basic types of passive glasses: Red-cyan glasses that use anaglyphic 3D and polarized lenses that use polarized 3D. Active Shutter Lenses: These lenses have shutters that turn on and off at high speed. They use a technique known as alternate-frame sequencing. Head-mounted Displays: These position a separate display in front of each eye instead of watching images from a distance. Watching 3D TV without Lenses Although watching 3D television still relies heavily on the use of 3D lenses, new technologies are making it possible to enjoy viewing experience without any glasses. Basically, a source of light is used to split the images into each eye, creating what is known as autostereoscopic display (Auto 3D). In spite of the enhanced viewing experience, each method used has its own drawbacks. Anaglyphic 3D affects integrity of colors. Polarized lenses require the viewers to be directly in front of the display, without even tilting their heads. Active Shutter lenses are costly.

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******* 3D Content Pictures For many owners of new 3D television sets, the lack of 3D content on the market can be quite disappointing. Owners of these TV sets are often dismayed by the fact that their expensive piece of new technology has only a very small amount of content that takes advantage of its coolest features. Fortunately, there are several image manipulation programs that allow users to create their own 3D content pictures. Even better, many of these programs are either free or very affordable, and are incredibly easy to use. 3D pictures, also known as stereograms, rely on two separate images to trick the eyes into seeing a 3D effect. These two images are known as the depth map and the texture pattern. The depth map is the image that users will see in 3D, and the texture pattern is what the image will look like in 2D. To start with, users will need to download the popular image manipulation program called GIMP. This program is totally free and can be found by clicking on the following link: http://www.gimp.org/downloads. Once this program is installed, users will need to go through their pictures and select an image to serve as the depth map, as well as another image, which will serve as the texture pattern. In GIMP, import each picture into the same project so that the depth map and texture pattern are open in the same workspace. Next, users should adjust the images so that the texture image is in front of the depth map. Next, users should select the color gradient tool from the toolbar at the top of the screen. Now, select different areas of the texture image and use the color gradient to mark them a distinct color. Finally, click on the toolbar at the top of the GIMP window and click on the 'tools' menu. From this menu, click on the button labeled 'conversions' and select the 'convert to 3D' option. Now select the area on the texture map that has been colored with the gradient tool and click the 'finished' button. The stereogram should now be finished, creating the illusion of a 3D image. Have fun creating your own stereograms, and make sure to export them for viewing on a 3D television set.