Sony Corp., the maker of Bravia televisions, said it will use technology from RealD to make 3-D capable TV sets, starting next year.

Sony is licensing RealD’s stereoscopic format to show three-dimensional images on TV screens, as well as the know-how needed to make 3-D glasses, the Tokyo-based company said yesterday in a statement.

Hollywood studios are planning to release Blu-ray discs in 3-D in 2010 after enjoying record box-office sales this year that were buoyed in part by higher ticket prices for 3-D movies. Sony and RealD already work together on 3-D theater systems.

Sony American depositary receipts fell 43 cents to $28.58. The ADRs have gained 31 percent this year. Closely held RealD is based in Beverly Hills, Calif.
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