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Are CRTs History?

Posted by Cliff on from the vanishing-tubes dept.

DreamWheezer asks: "I work on a medical imaging program that uses CrystalEyes for high resolution true color stereoscopy. This program requires high resolution high frequency true color CRTs. Very recently, a vendor trend has developed: almost all are dropping out of the CRT market in favor of LCDs. Unfortunately, LCDs cannot render high resolution page sequential stereoscopy. The vendors have said that autostereo LCDs are on the way in 12 to 18 months, but what can I do in the meantime? Furthermore, does this mean the end is near for CRTs?" While there does still seem to be a market for CRTs, it seems to be dwindling to a narrow niche. Are LCDs ready to take over as the primary computer display or is the retirement of CRTs, premature?

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  1. CRTs aren't going away by NekoXP · · Score: 0, Troll


    You're worried that you have to wait 18 months for a suitable LCD?

    CRT screens won't disappear from the market for YEARS yet. What are you
    whining about?

  2. Nooo, don't wory by andr386 · · Score: 1, Troll

    The CRT technology is still much better than anything else. They will soon realize it and you will eventually be able to buy a laptop with a 22"CRT or even or a tablet PC with a 17"CRT screen. At least in the states ... before they import that in europe.

  3. Re:[OT] Your sig is offensive. by Aardpig · · Score: 0, Troll

    Freedom of Expression. Bite me.

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