Dolby acquires solution to 3D technology.(BUSINESS)

Dolby has signed a deal to license stereoscopic technology from Infitec, a German manufacturer of 3D applications, thereby proposing its own 3D solution. Dolby will integrate Infitec's 3D server widget with Dolby digital servers for the projection of stereoscopic movies. Dolby expects that its 3D solution (in collaboration with Infitec) will be more cost effective than existing stereoscopic formats because it is a passive system using cheaper disposable eyewear, but will not require projection on a silver screen.

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