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TV to Go 3D in 2010

Manufacturers have the tech, but broadcasters lag

By Kevin Spak, Newser Staff

Posted Sep 18, 2009 1:45 PM CDT

(Newser) – HDTV is about to become old hat. Sony, Panasonic, Mitsubishi, and JVC all intend to debut new 3D television sets next year. The manufacturers are likening the move to the standard-to-high-def switch—or even the shift from black-and-white to color. “TV finally becomes real,... Read full story »

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