BeamBox’s Evolution R1 pico-projector wasn’t exactly a giant, but the company obviously decided they could do better with their next-gen model. The BeamBox Essential G2, then, drops both bulk and weight to come in at 75g, together with 20 lumens brightness and VGA 640 x 480 resolution.
Canon introduced a new projector today meant for use with computers called the LV-7275 that actually falls beneath the $1,000 price point and offers a 1,024 x 768 resolution with 2,600 lumens.
Samsung’s MBP200 pico-projector has gone on sale in Germany, coupling a compact DLP projector with an onboard PMP. First announced back at CES, the MBP200 goes a step or two ahead of pico-projectors we’ve tested such as the BeamBox or AAXA by virtue of its integrated 2.2-inch display, meaning the PMP functionality does not necessarily require the projector be active.
If we told you there was a way you could get a custom HD projector for under €499 ($704) with DVI and HDMI inputs, you might go so far as to give your left arm for such a device. Unfortunately that would be the wrong idea, as you’d probably need that arm to put the projector together: you see, it’s a DIY kit, and according to German tinkerer Maxi Huber it’s the best piece of home entertainment kit he’s bought in some time.
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If you’re going to spend $40k-$42k on a DLP projector, you want to know it can deliver the visual goods. Happily, according to Electronic House, the SIM2 Grand Cinema CX3 Lumis HOST system does just that; the two-piece Full HD projector produced “viewing splendor”.
Samsung have taken the wraps off of their latest pocket-projector, the P410M, and while you’d certainly need reasonably-sized pockets to carry it, it perhaps makes up for things by offering higher than usual specs. The P410M boasts up to 800 x 600 resolution and a 1,000:1 contrast ratio, together with inputs that include VGA, composite and a USB port.
Sanyo revealed two brand new projectors today called the PDG-DET100L and the PLC-WTC500L DLP. Both of these projectors feature a pretty high brightness rating and sport numerous features.
Three new projectors were debuted by ViewSonic today, all of which sport 3D display functions. All three also have a 120Hz refresh rate and numerous inputs as well as network management.
First is the PJD6381, which features a .68 throw ratio, a 2,500 lumens brightness level and a 2,500:1 contrast ratio with a 1,024 x 768 resolution. A release date is expected in August and it will sell for $1,249.
Next is the PJD6211 and the PJD6221, which are the more middle of the road models. They have a 1,024 x 768 resolution and several inputs including VGA, S-Video and composite. Both will be available next month for $849 and $999, respectively.
Well this little gadget certainly is interesting. revealed today at Computex, the DigiLife DDV-JF1 camera looks pretty normal on the surface. It looks like a mini camcorder of some sort and is capable of shooting 720p video.
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