# Glasses-Free 3D TVs 4K-Enabled TVs Debuted at CES 2013 Allow 3D from Any Angle By Andrew Sztein | Published 2013-01-08 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/glasses-free-3d-tvs References: [engadget](http://www.engadget.com/2013/01/07/vizios-xvt-ultra-hdtv-hands-on/) & [news.consumerreports.org](http://news.consumerreports.org/electronics/2013/01/ces-2013-vizio-to-offer-ultra-hd-tvs-shows-glasses-free-3d.html) A lot of people appreciate the 3D effect in modern movies and TV programming, but have found the glasses to be clunky and irritating. [Vizio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-hd-tvs) promises to fix all that with its new line of XVT Ultra HDTVs, unveiled at CES 2013. The new screens not only offer glasses-free 3D, but also an insane [4K-level resolution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/display-innovation) that makes standard HDTVs look like a 1950's black and white tube. If that wasn't exciting enough for hardcore cinema junkies, Vizio's new TVs are room-filling behemoths, going as large as 70 inches. At that size, users can turn the living room into a true [cinematic experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hisense-116inch-trichroma-led-tv). The glasses-free model displayed at CES 2013 is just a 55-inch prototype, but initial reports are very positive and impressive from various outlets. It's expected that the glasses-free 3D models with 4K capability will be available by 2014. If you can't wait, Vizio is also putting out a line up of 4K TVs that use the tried and true glasses for 3D effects. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Glasses-free 3D:** Potential for disruptive innovation in entertainment and gaming industries by providing a more immersive and convenient viewing experience without the need for glasses. - **4k-enabled Tvs:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the television industry by offering a significantly higher resolution that enhances the viewing experience and sets a new standard for picture quality. - **Cinematic Experience:** Disruptive innovation potential in the home theater industry by providing massive screen sizes that create a true cinematic experience within the comfort of one's home. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry could benefit from glasses-free 3D technology and 4K resolution capabilities, revolutionizing the way movies and TV shows are presented and consumed. - **Gaming:** Gaming industry could capitalize on glasses-free 3D and 4K-enabled TVs, allowing for a more immersive and realistic gaming experience. - **Home Theater:** The home theater industry can embrace the trend of cinematic experiences by catering to consumers' desire for large screen sizes and high-quality visuals in their living rooms. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Glasses-Free 3D Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/odyssey-3d.md) - [Glasses-Free 3D Laptops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-laptop.md) - [3D Glasses-Free Gaming Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-odyssey-3d-g90xh.md) - [Groundbreaking Glare-Free TVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/samsung-s95d-qdoled-tv.md) - [Precision Computer-Like Televisions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-oled-m4.md) - [Adaptable Wireless TVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tv-innovations.md) - [Wireless High-Definition TVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oled-m.md) - [Cutting-Edge TV Technologies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-tv1.md) - [Wireless Transparent Oled TVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lg-signature-oled-t.md)