Gunnar’s CES announcements include 3D support

This is the week of awesome gadget announcements at CES 2010. So far, we can gather that much of the excitement if focused around 3D entertainment. TVs shipping with that ability, ESPN starting a 3D channel, or Sony talking 3D games, it’s all 3D and it’s the big talk of CES. Gunnar sent us their press release talking about their plans for 3D entertainment. The leading manufacturer of digital performance eyewear for gaming is creating a collection of 3D glasses enabled with components from their i-AMP(R) lens technology. These can be used with 3D platforms in gaming and video. “This is an exciting time for the field of 3D technology,” said Rob Aarnes, GUNNAR’s president. “There have been amazing advances in the delivery of the media, but we see a massive need for someone to address the optics of the eyewear.” Most current 3D eyewear seems to be of low

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Activision’s CEO Mike Griffith speech at CES

We actually missed the Activision speech by CEO Mike Griffith yesterday. You can’t believe how hard it is to get yourself out of bed by a decent time when you are out late and your room gets no natural sunlight. It’s almost like we’re in a cave here. Griffith spoke about the growing and dynamic video game market. Claiming that the video game industry is capturing a larger share of the entertainment market by providing innovative story telling methods. Griffith did mention the Guitar Hero series and how it has really changed the score of digital music. Bands are now looking to release their first single not only on radio stations but now in video games, that speaks to the impact of the video game industry on other forms of entertainment.

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CES day one! Microsoft Keynote!

Microsoft Press conference at CES Elizabeth, Matt and I arrive at the press/blogger line an hour before the event. The event crew did let the press in thirty minutes early, so now we sit and wait for the press conference to start. The big questions are what will the Microsoft CES press conference is like without Bill Gates? Last year we reported on Mr. Gate’s last CES Keynote and this year Steve Ballmer takes the reins. We reported earlier (post link) that the CES keynote may not bring very exciting news. We expect them to talk about Windows 7, Halo 3:ODST and the other Halo game. The question is will Microsoft have anything new to surprise everyone in attendance? Will there be a Zunephone to compete with the iPhone, or maybe a new handheld gaming device? We should find out more in 23 minutes. Keynote is getting ready to start,

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CES 2009 brings in all the stars

CES is definitely the largest consumer technology tradeshow with tons of press from all over the world. We’ll be there through January 7-11 to bring you the latest in what can you expect to want to spend your money on in the new year. Previous years have brought WWE stars, various music stars, actors and sports heavyweights. This year is no different. Wednesday, January 7th kicks off with the Billboard Digital Music Live! Conference where Akon, Soulja Boy Tell’Em and Harmonix will be there to talk about digital releases. NBC will have their partners broadcasting from the show floor. People from the Today Show, NBC Evening News with Brian Williams, Access Hollywood and CNBC’s Maria Bartiromo. Sony Pictures Television will be celebrating the 25th anniversary of Jeopardy! by filming daily episodes on the CES show floor. Dr. Ox from the Oprah Winfrey Show will also appear in the booth to

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