Sony - PlayStation 3D Display Bundle

Got this as a Monitor for my PC and Ended Up as an extra Gaming TV also am always multitasking and Ive notice that its easier for me to play Call of Duty and other Shooters in this Screen rather than my Huge TV. Plus Its a great help when am working on multiple programs because its bigger than my previous monitor I have my computer and a Switch that Switches from My big TV to this and switches my ps3 and xbox. and in between. In Anycase I love this screen

It's been hyped since it was announced at E3 earlier this year... the PlayStation 3D Display. Is it worth the hype? And more importantly, is it worth your hard-earned dollars? Let's take a look. From the second you pull open the box you'll notice one thing, this display is sleek, and I mean really sleek. It's quite compact, super thin, and super light. Putting it together is a snap, as the base easily snaps onto the display itself, with only two screws that don't even require a screwdriver. Just don't expect to hang this set on a wall, as it's not currently designed for it. Next comes the hook-up. The AC adapter for the display comes separately, and is quite easy to secure into the set. The PlayStation 3D display has, for the most part, everything the modern gamer/viewer needs. Two HDMI ports, and 1 set of ports for component cables are easily located on the right side, out of sight. It's fairly easy to hide the wires for whatever you have plugged into the display, as the ports are situated inwards a bit. There's also a headphone jack which complements the set nicely when it comes to late night gaming and viewing sessions. One fairly large setback, at least for some, may be the absence of a coaxial cable input/TV tuner. As I was setting the display up, I looked around the back for a good 5 minutes, thinking that I was just too blind to find it, but no, there are no coaxial inputs for this display. Because after-all, Sony never referred to this as TV set, only a display, so make sure you're aware of this. Now, the advertisements do state that you can plug a cable box into the display via the component cable ports, but those component-enabled boxes are normally only available in the main room of a house (at least in Comcast's case), with their smaller counterparts in other rooms only capable of coaxial output. For those in college, or those in smaller rooms or apartments who have their own cable box with component-out, this is great, but for the younger folks out there, or those using the display in alternate rooms, this can prove to be rather bothersome if you were expecting a TV tuner. There is also no remote control, which may also prove to be an inconvenience for some, though any Sony TV remote will work for the set's most basic functions. Now let's take a look at the meat and potatoes of this review... video and sound quality. Upon turning on the display, you'll notice that it comes on fast, really fast, we're talking 2-3 seconds, with no waiting for warm-up required. The PlayStation 3, the system I used for this review, and my primary entertainment medium of choice, recognized the display via the HDMI cable instantly, and only required a confirmation that I wanted to use the new resolution settings. With a quick tap of the 'X' button, my PlayStation 3 welcomed me in, and the XMB (Xross Media Bar) never looked sexier. The picture was absolutely phenomenal, definitely top-tier, and I've seen a lot of the high-end HD sets from makers like Samsung and SHARP, so that's saying something. The display is capable of reaching resolutions of up to 1080p, so you're certainly not missing anything. There are several preset video modes, along with a custom mode. I opted for the dynamic preset mode, along with a warmer picture. Now, one can't possibly judge the visual quality of this set based on a mere menu, so I went on a tirade, throwing in some of the most visually appealing titles in the PS3's library. Everything from Gran Turismo 5, to Uncharted 3 and beyond were tested and, needless to say, everything looked brilliant. Everything from the gorgeously vivid picture, to the refresh rate (240hz) was superb, the only downside was the display's size. Coming in at a mere 24", you have to get up pretty darn close if you want to actually see all the detail that this set is displaying in HD, and this can lead to some eye-strain, which is yet another reason why this set was designed for smaller rooms and, ideally, dorms and bedrooms. However, the visuals were still beautiful, regardless of the game or video, and had me thinking just how good this would look had Sony opted for a larger version of the display. Next came the 3D portion, which turned out much better than I had anticipated. The display comes with a pair of active-shutter 3D glasses, and MotorStorm: Apocalypse. The glasses, if you've never dealt with them, come with a USB cable, and can be charged directly from the PS3, or other USB power source. I first decided to give Gran Turismo 5 a go with the glasses, and then moved on to Uncharted 3. The visuals were quite impressive, and the 3D capabilities really did add a sense of depth to the action. The only downside, at least for folks like me, is that if your vision is good, then your eyes can't really decide what to focus on. Additionally, if the 3D effect is turned up too high, eye-strain can really start to kick in, even if you're up close. I eventually moved onto MotorStorm: Apocalypse, and the 3D effects in that game are phenomenal, as you can tell that Sony really pushed the feature hard in that game. Rain feels like it's hitting your glasses, debris is flying everywhere... it's a frantic free-for-all, and is quite awesome. 3D will be hit-or-miss for most, but if it doesn't effect your eyes in a negative way, you'll more than likely love it. Now on to the SimulView portion of the review. If you're not familiar with it, SimulView allows two players with 3D glasses to play a two-player game and, instead of dealing with a split screen view, each player actually gets a full-screen view, as if each were playing in single-player mode. Having tried this with MotorStorm: Apocalypse, I can honestly say that this is one of the more redeeming qualities about the active-shutter glasses, as this feature works darn near flawlessly. Now, each player doesn't see 3D, they see HD, but that's still fine, because the 3D can sometimes be a distraction. So if you've been wondering if SimulView is a gimmick, it's really not. The image comes in clear, and the only time you ever see ghosting from the other player is if you're standing directly to the side of the TV, and no one is going to be that far to the side. With the video down, let's take a look at the audio. The PlayStation 3D display can definitely get loud, really loud, but that doesn't mean that you're always going to get pristine sound either. The specs for the display boast about the subwoofer located in the back of the unit, but the subwoofer is only 5 watts, and is near non-existent when you try to pump up the bass. There are several preset sound options, but I've found the default (0 treble, 0 bass) setting to work out the best, as any real increase in bass tends to distort the sound a bit, creating a bit of a "jarring" sound when the volume is increased. With the treble and base at the default level, the sound is actually quite good. Luckily, the PS3 has the option for multi-audio out, so you can add in a surround sound system or other alternate audio source if you prefer. All-in-all, Sony's effort to bring HD/3D to the masses in this pint-sized package seems to have been a good one, as this set is of high quality and versatile enough to work with a cable box, game console, and laptop. If you're looking for something to replace your main, larger television, then this 24" display probably won't be for you. However, if you're a gamer or media buff who has limited space, or a desktop set-up, then the PlayStation 3D display is ideal. The quality is fantastic, the video performance is superb and, despite the few drawbacks, this display really has a lot going for it, especially for the viewer on a budget. Pros: [ + ] Beautiful, seamless design [ + ] Superior video quality, with simple, easy-to-navigate menus [ + ] 1080p HD + 3D support [ + ] Piece of cake to set-up [ + ] Includes 3D glasses and MotorStorm: Apocalypse [ + ] Space-saving, compact size [ + ] Lightweight [ + ] Syncs up seamlessly with a PlayStation 3 [ + ] Doubles as high-end HD computer monitor Cons: [ - ] No coaxial input/TV tuner [ - ] Not wall-mountable [ - ] No remote included [ - ] Initial set-up only comes with 1 pair of 3D glasses [ - ] Sound performance, while decent, is lacking in the bass area Give or take: [ +/- ] 3D may not appeal to all viewers [ +/- ] Screen is gorgeous, but suffers from glare when bright lights are on [ +/- ] Depending on the room, screen size may/may not be too small [ +/- ] While sound performance is lacking, many probably won't have a problem with it

If you want to experience 3D without paying to much for it, then this is an excellent starting point I think. The price is the the best part for what you get. In the box HDMI cable, 1 pair of 3D glasses, and 1 PS3 3D game, all included plus the monitor FULL HD 1080P. The monitor has a brilliant 24" screen in 3D, it also has 3 different settings that can be adjusted to your liking, Sound is ok considering the fact the monitor is very slim. I play MW3 on it a lot and I hook up my laptop to it via HDMI it has 2 inputs (hdmi) viewing angle is descent but is best when you seat directly in front. Best use is for gaming and watching blue rays, 3D is just mind blowing. then only thing i didn't try was the dual screen on 3d cuz i only have 1 pair of 3d glasses but everything else was just mind blowing except the sound but I don't mind cuz I hooked up a set of speakers to this monitor and I enjoy it a whole lot. I travel a lot with it I just grab it and go because is very portable and easy to hook up. I've had it for about a month now and the image is still great. Thanks Best Buy.

I had been in the market for a TV for a little while when I stumbled upon this gem. It had everything I was looking for in a TV - size was just right (for a bedroom), it was HD - and although I was looking shopping for it at the time, the 3D turned out to be a nice touch. I'm not a fan of 3D, I think it's a gimmick or a fad, but for the price it was hard to ignore giving it a try. I read a lot of reviews on it before buying it. I read there was some overheating issues (although speculation), and then there is the flickering. At first it started minimal then became more and more noticeable. I read about some tweaks others have made to the settings and seemed to fix the issue. I read that the flickering can do long-term damage, so I ended up exchanging the display on my 30th day (with no issues, I might add), made the tweaks from the start and have had no issues with the 2nd display. I love it. I definitely recommend it, but would have everyone make the same adjustments I made to my second one as soon as they get it. Pros: The price, the picture, the features, perfect for small rooms; Cons: Flickering, does seem to heat up if not in ventilated room, does not come with coax jack (will need modulator if planning to watch DVDs or non-HD cable.

I really like this display works great with everything I have hooked up to it, PS3, 360, Android phone, Apple TV, etc. I only have a couple gripes with it that I don't feel are deal breakers at least for me. I purchased the display on sale under 200 and I think it's money well spent but not if you have to pay full price at 399 or 499 whichever it was. Sound- Sounds very tinny to me and begins to crackle when your volume is about 25% you would be better served with a pair of desktop speakers or headphones connected to either the game system or a receiver. The 3.5mm Jack still distorts the sound quality through headphones and speakers. Display- Screen looks great whenever you are running HD or SD content. The only downside I have found is I think the screen could be brighter especially during 3D playback and using Simulview with the PS3. I believe when the active shutters kick in on the glasses they make the screen look dim and or the screen dims for use with the glasses. Higher brightness levels would have fixed this gripe. Controls- They should have used capacitive touch controls on the front of the display instead of hardware controls on the backside. My Logitech universal remote solved that problem and I heard the PS3 universal remote also works. Overall I would recommend this display if you can find it in the sub $200 range and are able to workaround the few issues I think it has. They may not be issues to you. I would recommend trying to find a store display showing off the picture and sound quality before purchasing.

I will break up the review into 4 Parts: Intro, Pros, Cons, Conclusion. Intro: After reading a lot of reviews that state that the Monitor will start to break after a few weeks, I was hesitant to buy it. However, after almost 2 months without any problems, I can positively say that this Monitor is durable. Also, with the price drop to below $200, it is hard to stay away from this product. Pros: 1. Price - Very economicle considering this was meant fo sell for $499 and most other 3dHD Monitors are almost twice it's current price 2. Great 1080p quality with 240Hz refresh rate - No Lag, even during the fastest sequences 3. 3D - Not the best, but definitely produces high quality 3D images 4. Bundle - Comes with an HDMI Cable, 3D Glasses, and PS3 Game 5. No Console Lag - No input lag from consoles or controller lag 6. 2 HDMI ports - most HD Monitors that I have come across only seems to have 1 Cons 1. NO REMOTE - I understand that this is a Monitor and they normally don't come with a remote, but considering that Sony sells a Playstation remote for $15, it would have been nice if they threw that into the bundle 2. Poor Sound Quality - In my opinion, the sound quality coming from the built in speakers are not the greatest and produce somewhat mediocre audio. Conclusion: In the end, this is an AMAZING 3dHD Monitor. The form factor definitely shows that it is a Playstation product and stands out from other HD Monitors. Also, with an HDMI Cable and 3D Glasses included, you can start enjoying the experience right out of the box, while other HD Monitors require you to buy them separately. This is a great product, that with the right care, will last a long time. I definitely recommend this product to everyone in search of an Amazing and Affordable HD Monitor.

I like this display because it has a good quality image and it works with my Mac Mini computer as a display monitor. The ability to play Sony Playstation 3's 3D games is a unique experience and my younger daughter and I have enjoyed playing a couple of the 3D capable games I own. I purchased a setup of the Playstation 3D Display and about 20+ days into owning it, the unit failed. I looked up details of what I was experiencing and found similar experiences from other people. So, I took it back to Best Buy, and returned it. Thank goodness that I purchased it from Best Buy. They took good care of me. I decided to purchase a second setup from Best Buy and this time I bought an extended warranty. The price of the setup was rather good and I like the convenience of supporting both my PS3 and Mac Mini with one display. I'll keep playing with it and hope that I don't have to use my extended warranty on the display I am enjoying now.

If I were using this primarily as a 3D display for a PS3, I would be ecstatic about it. I've gamed a few times with the 3D, and it really adds a third dimension to the games. However, I primarily bought this to use as a computer monitor. I figured with the $100 price on Black Friday 2012, I couldn't go wrong. And if it didn't work as a computer monitor, I could just use for gaming. I'm using it with a Mac mini, and all of the issues I'm having are related to how the Mac communicates with the monitor via HDMI. I haven't had any issues with the monitor itself. No red lights of doom, or whatever the big complaint is about this monitor. It makes for a nice monitor, though it requires a little fiddling with the computer's settings to make it play nice.