I prescribe to why should you stay away from 3DTV this Xmas!
The good news is that all the technological advancements incorporated into 3DTV’s not only means the panel can reproduce a stereoscopic image but it also means that it can produce a superior 2D image. So for the best 2D image, consider buying a 3DTV.
I don't embrace the claim that 3DTV's are to produce better 2D "VQ" resolution. To my knowledge, 3DTV's uses additional components to produce/re-produce the effect but should in no way improve the 2D "VQ" resolution.
In the coming years, I expect Active 3D programming will be used selectively by movie studios and television networks. The result is that the bulk of our viewing will be 2D but there will be times when 3D enhances the viewing experience. Think of 3D as a treat to be enjoyed on occasion but not all the time.
This is key right there, "BULK", "OCCASIONAL". IMHO, 3DTV can be compared to technologies like quadraphonic and the likes that were offered and simply were a big failure. If quality content is rare and pricy the mass of the consumers will simply not adopt it. Face it, when considering the mass of the consumers the majority of the home still hasn't move to HDTV yet and panels are let go at better bargains then ever.
IMO, the majority of people are willing to look for a better "VQ" and resolution of their TV experience in their humble living room. The majority of the mass is not into dedicated HT experience but rather humble living or multipurpose family room. IMO even people with interest in fully dedicated HT room will prefer the experience of a PJ screen rather than TV panel. Face it, can you really consider a TV a theater experience (even if it includes the latest technology gadgets)? I know I don't and I do consider my self part of the majority of the mass.
If you’re buying a television in the coming months, it’s important to remember that you’ll have this television for 10 to 20 years and that during that time there will be plenty of opportunities to watch 3D television, so consider spending the extra money.
TVs used to last 20 - 30 years, sorry but they NO longer do nor people want to keep them for that long with the fast pace of advancing technology. In the industry I work, the panels are put to stronger test which allow you to get an idea of what their longevity is really. Another poin to consider, older TVs could be repaired which is not so much the case with this throw away technology. If your panel breaks, chances that it is financially viable to get it repaired are pretty slim therefore plays a big factor in its longevity!
...the primary reason you should consider buying a 3DTV this holiday season is that 3DTV’s provide some the best 2D video quality available in the marketplace today. Consider 3D playback a bonus that will make for some added fun over the course of the next ten or twenty years.
IMO, the only reason it would be a bonus is if it were provided at roughly the same price.
My final thoughts on this, manufacturers are offering this technology simply in the struggle attempt to get the masses to adopt panel HDTV more quickly but their only way to succeed is to keep the pricing stable with present technology. This should be simply considered as an improvement to the present offering NOT a step up.
My last point is like any other new technology offerings, early adopters are simply opening them selves to potential deceptions;
a Technoligy not being at its prime and being stuck with a product that is not up to par with what it should be at its price point.
b Consumer is stuck with a product that he paid prime dollar for and is doomed to become obsolete within its first few years of birth (again quadraphonic as an example).
My advice, stay still and wait to see were it goes, wait for the product to prove it self, wait for this technology to improve, wait for this technology to be available without the stupid expensive glasses, wait for it to prove that it is NOT only an expensive luxury gadget.
As usual, let the people that have the big bucks adopt and take the chances. If it ever proves to be successfull, then quality will be there, price will go down and then an only then the masses can have a crack at it as it will become the norm and at decent pricing.
Very nice article Hugh but it is a subjective opinion rather than a proffesional one (just like mine

). I would look at the result of the vote with the article and I bet the reason for it to be against is pretty close to the opinions of the nay sayers in this post.
Cheers!
TK