14 DAY TRIAL // Since VIZIO is one of the best-known HDTV manufacturers in the US, it simply had to take on its South-Korean rivals from Samsung and LG and roll out a truly impressive widescreen 3D solution, which is exactly what it did with its newly-announced 65” Theater 3D Edge Lit Razor LED LCD HDTV. Called XVT3D650SV, for short, the new 3D-capable HDTV incorporates circular polarized 3D technology in the TV to deliver a superior 3D experience to Active Shutter and other 3D technologies.
In fact, according to VIZIO, their display produces clear, flicker-free 3D images that are noticeably brighter than conventional 3D and eliminates costly and bulky 3D eyewear that requires batteries or charging.
The XVT3D650SV supports a wide selection of 3D formats to ensure compatibility across Blu-ray, broadcast, cable, satellite, and gaming and, in addition to the standard formats, VIZIO also supports SENSIO Hi-Fi 3D, the high quality, visually lossless 3D format that enables 3D content to be delivered over 2D infrastructure as well as RealD's patented side-by-side format.
Moreover, VIZIO's Smart Dimming technology in this Edge-Lit Razor LED intelligently controls its array of LEDs, which are organized in 32 zones.
Working frame by frame, based on the content being displayed, Smart Dimming adjusts brightness in precise steps down to pure black (where the LED is completely off), this technology minimizing light leakage and enabling a Dynamic Contrast Ratio of 1 Million to 1, for blacker blacks and whiter whites on the same screen.
The XVT3D650SV delivers an immersive, virtual high definition surround sound through SRS TruSurround HD that creates a feature-rich surround sound experience from two speakers, complete with rich bass, high frequency detail and clearer dialog.
Plus, the XVT3D650SV also features the latest VIZIO Internet Apps (VIA) Connected HDTV platform, capable of delivering a wealth of content directly to the television without the need for a PC or set-top box.
Wireless Internet access is available through built-in Dual-Band 802.11n Wi-Fi, allowing viewers to enjoy the convenience of on demand movies, TV shows, social networking, music, photos and more with just the push of a button on the Bluetooth Remote.
"Our Theater 3D technology is a significant step forward in bringing a high-quality, immersive experience home to consumers," stated Matthew McRae, VIZIO CTO.
"The bright and flicker-free images, extremely low crosstalk, and comfortable glasses allow extended viewing of content without the side-effects associated with the first generation of 3D technology. This is increasingly important as more content is released and 3D gaming goes mainstream," the company's CTO added.
The XVT3D650SV will be available in December for around $3,499.99, which is, indeed, a pretty hefty price point, but we must not forget the fact that we're talking about a widescreen, 65-inch product with 3D capabilities here, that also includes 4 pairs of polarized glasses in the sales package.