The Future of Stereo 3D Part I: Nvidia Geforce 3D Vision

Packaging and Accessories

The box for the 3D Vision bundle is definitely unique and it shows the product to good effect while employing a door-like construction for additional space for information. Our sources tell us that this box was designed by the same firm which took care of Razer’s packaging for their new Mamba hybrid mouse. One way or another, the box would definitely capture anyone’s attention.


The back and sides of the 3D Vision box are a bit more rudimentary than the front but they serve their jobs well by conveying all of the information needed for a customer to make their decision.


The inner packaging for the kit is broken up into two sections: one for the glasses and emitter and another for the cables, drivers and other accessories. The front section actually provides support for the glasses by way of a separate section which you can flip open. It is great to see that all of the sensitive components are embedded within a foam backing to protect them from damage.


Cables-wise, you get a DVI to HDMI cable, a VESA 3-pin stereo cord as well as a pair of USB 2.0 male to female wires. One of these USB cables is for recharging of the glasses while the other is used to plug your computer into the IR Emitter.

In terms of additional documentation, accessories and CDs, the list is as long as you would expect from a nearly $300 product. You get the usual driver CD, quick install guide and product information brochure along with a cleaning cloth for the glasses (trust me, you’ll need it), a CD with additional 3D-capable software and a 10% off coupon for CUDA-enabled games. Personally, I feel the 10% off coupon is the icing on an already very complete cake but remember that the code can only be used for digitally downloaded content.


Nvidia also provides alternate nose pieces to ensure a comfortable fit of the glasses. Personally, I used the one which comes pre-installed on the glasses but other people who have used my kit seem to prefer to use the slightly deeper and narrower piece.