Two Laptops Take Images to Another Dimension

In our modern world, technology is advancing everyday. The article I read explains how two different laptops can now present 3-D images and movies. The Acer Aspire and the Asus G51 are the two laptops that are taking on this new technology. With the same kind of new IT, these two laptops are targeted toward two different crowds. The Acer is designed primarily as laptop and then a 3-D game player while the Asus is meant for gamers who are looking for the 3-D experience.

Each laptop has a different way of converting the 2D images into 3D. The Aspire uses a software program called TriDef 3-D which users must use to view their downloads in 3-D. Some problems that arise with the Aspire are that it is unable to play all QuickTime or MP4 video files. In addition, the screen of the laptop has to be tilted at a certain angle to see proper 3-D or it appears blurry. The more expensive Asus G51J 3-D comes loaded with Nvidia's 3-D vision software. Although more expensive, it is said to have a much higher quality 3-D experience. Both laptops require that the user wears glasses. The Nvidia glasses present a much higher resolution per eye and allow for wider viewing angles.

A difference in these laptops is how they convert the images and videos. The Acer Aspire is able to convert 2-D photos and videos into 3-D while the Asus G51J depends on originally produced 3-D material. With video games however, the Asus G51J is able to convert 2-D games to 3-D. Acer plans to create a laptop with Nvidia's technology in the near future so it can compete with the resolution of the Asus G51J.

Acer and Asus are definitely taking a step in IT with laptops. 3-D TV's are not available yet so people will be willing to buy these 3-D laptops. By targeting different groups, the companies will be able to expand their sales and increase revenue. Gamers will be willing to purchase the Asus G51J because it offers the 3-D experience that was once only available on desktops. On the other hand, the Acer Aspire is more of a complete laptop that allows user to view pictures or movies in 3-D. The 3-D software gives these laptops a competitive advantage over other companies because they are the only laptops with this ability.