This seems a great idea at first.
No more annoying squished films on a ‘normal’ shaped telebox.
But then, after thinking about this for a little while………
Philips’s new 56-inch LCD, bound for Europe, is boasting a 21:9 aspect ratio—displaying a full anamorphic 2.40:1 frame without letterboxing.
Fantastic!
But if you also watch television programmes…………..
Or how about those flicks that aren’t filmed in 2.40:1 (2.40:1 is the aspect ratio of Panavision 70mm film) or the many, many thousands of films shot in less-than-21:9, you’ll get those letterboxes on the side.
You won’t even get to enjoy those IMAX scenes from Dark Knight in their glorious full-frame beauty.
But, saying that, if you’re generally rocking blockbuster films out of your Blu-ray player then this is the TV for you. :OP
Philips is looking at a Spring ‘09 release.
There’ll be more to tell in a few weeks so start planning your home-cinema now!
Philips via GadgetVenue
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Strictly speaking, this is NOT a universal display for the family.
i.e. watching 4:3 or 16:9 TV, watching 16:9 dvds/blu-rays, playing games consoles, computer, media center etc.
Nope.
This is specifically for watching 2.35:1 dvds/blu-ray movies.
Anything less will be compromised.
If the picture quality is bang on and the price is right.
I shall be buying one purely for the former reason.
My guess is, the price will be ridiculous.
The Pound/EURO is consumer friendly, at the this moment in time
Hey Rich,
Yeah. I think if you’ve got the cash and/or a seperate cinema set-up this will be ideal but as you pointed out – everything else is going to be compromised.
Don’t get me started on the feable £!
Thanks for dropping by
J