With an LED screen of either 55 or 65-inches the Toshiba CELL processor is over 140 times more powerful than those used in the latest high-end models and is 10 times faster than Intel’s Core 2 Duo processor which is found in most modern performance computers.

The box unit has a 1 terrabyte hard drive with the ability to record up to six HD channels at once, a Blu-ray player, an ethernet port and a Wi-Fii connection so you can send your media around the home without the need of cables.
The box will also be able to up-scale 1080p broadcasts to an amazing 2160p or 4k

The high contrast panel can easily play 3D content and can also convert regular broadcasts into 3D form.

Obviously all this power comes at a cost and although no prices have been announced it is thought that Cell TV will be aimed at the very high end home cinema enthusiast. The Cell will be available in the US by the autumn and in the UK early next year.

• Toshiba CELL TV
• Toshiba TV – Product Range

How Dose 3DTV Work?

The principal behind 3D is basically quite simple – one image is broadcast to your left eye and one to your right. The glasses you wear to experience a 3D film will shutter each eye many times a second to make the two images appear as one. ‘Active Shutter’ glasses with built-in electronics synchronise with the broadcast image to create the 3D effect. Generally a free pair will come with the TV and extra pairs will cost around £100.

What’s on Offer?

Sky will be offering dedicated 3D broadcasts and have already trialled the concept with Premiership Football broadcasts in pubs. As the service develops the will be more programs available including films. You’ll also be able to buy Blu-ray discs for the latest blockbuster movies filmed in 3D – although you’ll need a 3D enabled player to view them.

• SKY 3D

The BBC and other mainstream broadcasters have expressed an interest and will launch their own services in due course.

What 3D TV’s are available?

All the big names will be offering 3D TV’s by the end of the year.

• Sony have announced a range of Bravia LCD TV’s starting at around £2,300
• Samsung are offering the greatest selection of TV’s with the option of LED, LCD and Plasma screens as well as a 3D enabled Blu-ray player.
• LG will have two large format TV’s available soon – a 47-inch and 55-inch TV as well as a Blu-ray player
• Panasonic, already available in the States, have unveiled a range of Viera TV’s and will be launching a Blu-ray player soon.

True Sony HD in 3D

Enjoy Realistic Action with Sony’s Active Shutter Glasses

Forget any notion of cheap cardboard glasses; the Sony comes complete with hi-tech Active Shutter glasses which provide an image so real [they say] it has to be seen to be believed.

Main Features

• Integrated Full HD 3D – lifelike 3D action in true 1080p high definition
• BRAVIA Internet Video – direct internet connection to access on-line services and catch-up Tv Internet Widgets – handy widgets you can download which display on-screen to keep you up-to-date with news and your favourite websites
• Integrated Wi-Fi – easy connection without cables
• Motionflow 200Hz PRO – enjoy fast moving action without any blur with 4 times the average refresh rate of regular TV’s plus innovative back lighting technology the smoothest, fast-moving sports and movie action scenes with four times the number of images than conventional 50Hz TVs
• LED backlighting – enhanced colour intensity with GigaContrast for the whitest whites and blackest blacks in an ultra-thin screen which uses less energy
• Intelligent Presence Sensor – automatic shut down if you leave the room or stop watching and automatically starts when you re-enter the room
• Minimalistic Design – looks as good as it performs with a stunning new design for 2010 that looks great even when turned off
• Full HD 1080 – pure HD for the best possible viewing experience

More details

• Sony KDL-60LX903