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Samsung Launches 3D Plasma TV

If you’re on of those types who can’ bear to put away the green-and-red glasses when the 3D movie ends, then Samsung has a treat coming for you in March in the form of its 3D-capable plasma high-definition televisions. The company’s forthcoming Series 4 (42- and 50-inches) and Series 5 (50- and 58-inches) bother feature 3D technology adapted from Samsung’s DLP HDTV lines. Samsung is claiming the 3D technology is a world’s first—we’d believe that, considering the not-quite-overwhelming demand for 3D content in the consumer marketplace—but what is surprising is that these systems are aimed at everyday HDTV buyers rather than high-end film buffs.

"The Series 4 and Series 5 lines are prime examples of how Samsung is able to provide higher-end features and performance at all price points," said Samsung’s VP of flat panel marketing Jonas Tanenbaum, in a statement. "By integrating 3D technology into the plasma category, we’re offering consumers the benefits of both a flat-panel set and 3D movie viewing and gaming. We’re looking forward to continuing to expand our new technologies across all of our HDTV categories."

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The 3D technology will be enabled via an optional 3D accessory kit, but reportedly won’t require viewers to wear those funny glasses: so if you’re in love with those, you can stick to regular big screens. Otherwise, the Series 4 will offer 3 HDMI inputs, sound and video optimization tools, and a new algorithm designed to "reproduce clear images, including fast moving actions scenes." The Series 5 units will sport full 1080p resolution, 3 HDMI ports, a USB port for connecting peripherals like music players and camcorders, along with a single-scan system that only uses one driving board rather than two.

Samsung hasn’t revealed pricing for the Series 4 and Series 5 plasmas, but they should reach retailers by March 2008.

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