Sharp Systems of America today announced an exciting new addition to their
Actius notebook line. The new notebook, the Sharp Actius RD3D, is the world's
first notebook computer that incorporates Sharp's TFT 3D LCD technology, which
makes it possible to view 3D images using the naked eye, but is easily switched
back to 2D viewing for standard applications such as spreadsheets, photo editing
or email. With uses ranging from CAD and other design applications, drug
discovery, medical imaging, mapping/GIS, oil & gas, entertainment, advertising,
broadcasting, electronic books and a vast array of other vertical markets, the
Actius RD3D makes possible a range of new applications providing
three-dimensional images with an enhanced level of visual ambience and detail.
"This landmark notebook, the Actius RD3D, stands as a testament to the
innovative spirit that has embodied Sharp since 1912," said Greg Nakagawa,
senior vice president and general manager for Sharp Systems of America. "As the
leader in 3D visualization technology, Sharp is dedicated to advancing the 3D
market and creating an environment for widespread adoption of 3D display
technology. The introduction of the Actius RD3D notebook is the first step in
that direction."
Developed jointly by Sharp Corporation and Sharp Laboratories Europe, Ltd. (SLE),
Sharp's TFT 3D LCD Technology offers a realistic sense of depth and presence
that hasn't been previously available in LCD displays. Using a parallax barrier,
light from the LCD is divided so that different patterns reach the viewer's left
and right eyes. The direction in which light leaves the display is controlled so
that the left and right eyes see different images. When centered in front of the
display, each eye receives the correct visual information for the brain to
process. This makes it possible for the image on the screen to appear in three
dimensions without the user having to wear special goggles.
"Sharp's TFT 3D LCD technology works on the principle of displaying left and
right eye views that are separated so that the left eye sees only the left eye
image, and the right eye sees only the right eye image," explained Ian Matthew,
3D Solutions Business Development Manager at Sharp Systems of America. "Since
these images have perspective and are offset in the same way that the human eye
normally sees the two images, the brain naturally interprets the image disparity
and creates a 'sense of depth' effect. The result is a 3D, 'out of screen'
display,' that provides users with a visual experience previously unattainable
without polarized or liquid crystal shuttering lenses."
Available immediately, the
Sharp Actius RD3D sells for an estimated street price of $3,299.
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