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A rather simplistic argument. I agree that the drive for 3D has been phenomenally quick and arguably unjustified, but surely it's just another evolutionary step for multimedia. I wouldn't mind replacing my CRT, even though it's a 40" Loewe CRT (very heavy mofo), and when I look around, everything is 3D. I don't think I have much of a choice whether I want it or not.
I agree the idea of wearing active shutter glasses does not greatly appeal. In its current format, 3D is a passing fad; we cannot be expected to wear stupid glasses all the time when watching TV, our computer, and a myriad of other devices. Having watched Avatar in 3D IMAX and in a normal 2D cinema, I must admit I didn't think the 3D was a big deal. The big screen sure, the 3D not so much.
I think TV should become truly 3D, but not on a 2D panel where you need to wear glasses. Why can't you set up an area of your living room with multiple projectors that display a film in real 3D? That's where I would like the technology to go, films not shown on a flat screen but on a three dimensional stage.
Agree with that, I'm referring to the glasses wearing format. That is a gimmick and the hype around avatar is driving it.