A startup called NEXT3D are creating waves this week with the release of their NEXT3D Stereocopic 3D Video Player. They have received a bashing from Engadgets Daren Murph. NEXT3D says their 3D Player is “for game consoles, PCs, Macs, mobile devices, and TVs”. So far they haven’t actually launched on any device (excluding the XBOX 3D Beta test that has just begun). Next3D says its stereoscopic 3D Player is “supported by a content delivery service capable of streaming 1080p high-definition 3D video” which sounds great but, again we again we are yet to see it in action. But we say, give them a chance. Don’t be a “Player” Hater Daren -Ed

DO YOU OWN AN XBOX 360 AND WANT TO JOIN THE BETA TEST OF NEXT3D? Well, if you also own a ‘3D Ready’ Televison and a pair of 3D shutter glasses, YOU CAN SIGN UP HERE.

Read on for the full Press Release & Screen Shots..

3D isn’t just for the movie theaters anymore; very soon viewers will be able to enjoy a true 3D experience right in their own home. Next3D has developed a ground-breaking technology that allows consumers to receive theatrical 3D films, 3D IMAX films, movie trailers, real-time stereo camera webcasts and other 3D content directly to their XBOX 360 or PC. “We believe that gaming is likely to drive stereoscopic technology into the home,” says David Cole, CEO of Next 3D, “and we’ll be there to complete the media experience.”

In an effort to prepare for the expected demand, Hollywood is now releasing big-budget 3D movies at the rate of one per month and professional sporting events are being broadcast in 3D. Low-cost 3D cameras and even 3D web-cams are becoming available. This week at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, many top television manufacturers around the world including Sony, LG, and Panasonic will be announcing 3D ready TV’s, and both Samsung and Mitsubishi have already shipped an estimated 2 million 3D ready plasmas and DLP-based TV’s.

Next3D content is encoded with a tool that allows it to be viewed in full stereoscopic 3D 1080P high-definition. Like YouTube, Next3D will offer user-created content channels for stereo enthusiasts to post and share 3D video and still images. Premium, pay-to-view content channels will also be available by mid-year. Initial Next3D content providers include rights holders to 3D IMAX films, theatrical 3D films, and movie trailers. The Next3D Movie Player will be free to consumers on every platform. “Remember how iTunes revolutionized getting the music you want?” adds D.J. Roller, Co-founder of Next3D, “That’s how easy we’re making 3D.”

The Next3D Player will be available for XBOX 360s and PCs this spring. For more information visit www.Next3D.com

About Next3D:

Next3D produces tools, applications and services for professional and consumer stereoscopic production and consumption. The founders, David Cole and D.J. Roller have substantial expertise and experience in theatrical 3D films, 3D IMAX films, broadcast television, 3D virtual reality rides, stereoscopic gaming hardware, camera and stereo workflow design, and end-to-end digital delivery.

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