A proposed model for cross-platform web 3D applications on smart TV systems

Abstract

Smart TV systems are becoming increasingly popular. New and more powerful models are being released, while more units are being sold every year, gaining an ever-expanding user base. One of the standard features of these devices is the Internet connectivity and the ability to browse the worldwide web. In this study we explore the possibilities of viewing 3D web content on Smart TV systems. A system architecture is proposed for maximum compatibility of web applications that utilize 3D features. Initial results, show that real-time Web 3D is now possible on Smart TVs, although in an experimental stage, but the proposed model can solve compatibility problems, even on older devices, by using a fallback strategy for unsupported features, enabling the development of cross-platform 3D applications.