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3D TV makes its debut
The news might be filled with HDTV but one company is
offering a glimpse into the future of display technology with the launch of the
first 3D TV.
Like a scene from Star Wars or Minority Report, the
M2i Heliodisplay projects images in mid-air. Developed by IO2 Technology, the
M2i Heliodisplay is 
a modified projector that projects a hovering image 28in
above the unit. It can be used in well-lit environments such as trade show
floors – its first real outing - but obviously it looks a lot better in the
dark.
The unit is around the size of tower PC lying on its
side and can be connected easily to a DVD player or PC to project images or play back movies. In
true sci-fi style though, the unit allows you to use your finger as an
interactive mouse. You can ‘touch’ an image in order to get more information as
well as ‘drag and drop’ images. The downside, however, is that initial units
are for commercial use only but if you have £10,000 to spare we’re sure they’d
sell you one for the home. Available in the UK to rent or buy from here.
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