Sky (www.sky.co.uk) launched Europe's first dedicated 3D TV channel in October 2010, making 3D films, sports coverage and documentaries available to all Sky World subscribers with 3D TV equipment. Whether you already have a subscription to Sky or are ...
By Anthony Hill - anthony.hill@consumerchoices.co.uk
Updated: Monday 19 March, 2012
Want to experience the best of 3D cinema in your living room? Buy a 3D TV and join Sky or Virgin Media for access to 3D TV channels at home.
If you want television that makes you feel like you're really there, then 3D TV is probably the closest you're going to get. All you need is a 3D ready TV and a subscription to 3D channels. And whether it's an action movie or nature documentary, 3D puts you in the midst of the action.
It's certainly not cheap, but 3D goes beyond high-definition (HD) to add a whole new dimension to the TV experience. So what exactly can you watch in 3D? And who offers the best 3D channels? This guide explores your 3D TV options.
Sky (www.sky.co.uk) launched Europe’s first dedicated 3D TV channel in October 2010, making 3D films, sports coverage and documentaries available to all Sky World subscribers with 3D TV equipment. Whether you already have a subscription to Sky or are looking to join the satellite TV giant, Sky’s 3D channel will give you an array of 3D content.
Sky’s 3D TV channel has everything from top sporting events and blockbuster films to real-life documentaries and 3D concerts, making it the ideal choice for anyone looking for a comprehensive 3D TV package.
Virgin Media (www.virginmedia.com) has also jumped on the 3D TV bandwagon and now offers 3D films on-demand to all homes with a subscription to the TV XL package and a V+HD or V HD set-top box, as well as a 3D ready television.
Once you have a V+HD or V HD set-top box, there’s no need to upgrade, and you don’t have to pay for any extra channels - just pay for the films that you watch, when you want to watch them. 3D movies cost just a few pounds to rent for 24 hours.
Like Virgin Media, BT also now offers on-demand 3D films - though it doesn’t broadcast a dedicated 3D channel like Sky.
3D movies cost just a few pounds each to rent using BT Vision’s on-demand service, and the films are available to all customers with a Vision+ set-top box. Again, you'll also need to have a 3D ready TV and glasses.
In order to watch 3D TV content from either Sky, Virgin Media or BT Vision, you will need a 3D ready TV. Manufacturers such as Sony, Panasonic and LG all offer 3D models, which range in price - anywhere from £400 to £10,000 - and can now be purchased from retailers such as John Lewis, Comet, Argos and Currys.
You’ll also need to wear 3D glasses, though the type you should buy will depend on the format of TV you get. There will almost always be several pairs supplied when you purchase a 3D TV. There are now even screens for which you don't need to wear glasses, but these will likely cost thousands rather than hundreds of pounds.
Always check out your options in store and speak to a salesperson about optimal viewing distances - you don’t want to buy a TV that is either too big or too small for your room.
If you’re not yet ready to make the leap into 3D TV, you can still experience its wonder at more than 1,500 pubs and clubs around the UK and Ireland, courtesy of Sky’s 3D TV channel.
You can find your nearest Sky 3D venue using the Sky pub finder - just visit www.sky.com. Keep checking back for details of forthcoming fixtures, and make sure you call your venue to check scheduling and reserve a seat if necessary.
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