In general, techniques are described for transforming video data in accordance with a three dimensional (3D) input format. As one example, an apparatus, such as a mobile or portable device, that includes a transformation module, a parameter discovery module and at least one interface implements the techniques. The parameter discovery module determines an input format supported by a 3D display device. The parameter discover module then configures the transformation module to transform two-dimensional (2D) video data into 3D video data so as to generate the 3D video data in accordance with the determined input format. The at least one interface receives 2D video data. The transformation module transforms the 2D video data to 3D video data so that the 3D video data complies with the determined input format. In this manner, the apparatus implements the techniques to transform video data in accordance with a determined 3D input format.