Sony has had a couple of 3D-capable devices unveiled at IFA Berlin. One of them is its 3D VAIO laptop which is still a prototype and planed to release in Spring of 2011. The laptop that was shown off at the IFA is based on the current Sony’s VAIO F-series 16-inch notebook. But Sony claims that the eventual production models will be different from the demoed models. The Sony’s 3D laptop requires you to wear a pair of full active shutter “frame sequential” glasses and be at a dedicated viewing position to enjoy watching the best 3D contents in full HD 1080p quality on the laptop’s screen. The 3D screen of the VAIO prototype is able to rapidly cycle between left and right eye, and has blank screens between each shot for the left and right eye – which effectively outputs 240 frames per second to match the normal 60fps refresh rate.
Sony wraps off its new line of affordable priced notebooks in chic new colors—3D VAIO E Series. Sony 3D VAIO E Series laptop are designed with personalization in mind, spectrum of available colors, just like HP revitalized its Mini Series. Inviting finishes and subtle patterns will help one in choosing a style that all own. Interior is striking with clear coat palm rests that match lid & available colorful keyboard skins to spice up things. At “IFA 2010 tech Fair“, Sony unveiled 3D Vaio E Series notebook including a button, which when pressed, will convert 2D images to 3D with 3 unique hardware buttons – VAIO, WEB and ASSIST. Sony company plans to launch 3D Vaio laptops in early 2011.
“3D Vaios will debut next spring,” Howard Stringer, Sony chief executive, said in a press conference touting 3D technology and Sony’s commitment to it. Easy, quick transfer and store data to peripheral devices utilizing notebook eSATA/ USB port, 3 convenient USB ports. Select models has Bluetooth technology, enabling peripherals such as wireless mouse to be utilized without tying up unit ports. Vaio 3D laptops has similar 3D tech to Sony Bravia TVs including Sony “Black Frame Insertion” which gives viewer extra clear & super sharp results by inserting black frames between color images to separate them. Sony 3D Vaio prototype has 16-inch display screen. Sony is claiming that its 3D laptops will feature extremely fast response “LCD screens” displaying up-to 240fps, giving better 3D imaging. A built-in webcam with face tracking technology, microphone and video chat with friends, family and colleagues. Sony 3D VAIO E Series notebook will be available in 5 colors — Coconut White, Caribbean Green, Iridescent Blue, Hibiscus Pink & Lava Black. VAIO E Series notebook will cost for about $700.