Forever Plus mini LED Projector goes 720P

3 kinds of mini projectors with LED light source - LED projector loves Earth!

Specs:

Low power consumption: Save electricity
Low-cost ownership: No future cost in lamp bulb replacement.

• A. mini AV LED projector (AV interface). / Lowest price in the world
• B. Pocket LED Projector / Media Record/player/projection
• C. Portable 720P LED Projector. / HDMI, RGB and Video interfaces. / Best P/P(Performance/price) ratio among 720P projectors.
• D. 8 c.c. projector engine for mobile devices.

Advantages:

* Beautiful image colors
* No future cost in lamp bulb replacement.
* Portable: mini size, light weight
* Low/No heat
* Low/No noise
* Low power consumption

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Casio Super SlimLine XJ-S43W has Widescreen Support, Priced at $999

Casio's Super SlimLine DLP projectors have always been trim, but now the XJ-S43W gets a bit more appealing with widescreen support and a lower price.

While Casio's projectors, just 4lbs and 1.7 inches thick at their widest point, actually have decent specs, they've traditionally started well over $1,000 and made their way into the 2s. Now the XJ-S43W is priced at $999, plus it adds WXGA (1280 × 800) widescreen—making the data projector ever so more entertainment friendly in your company's off hours.

Other specs include 2500 lumens, 1800:1 contrast, 2X zoom and HDMI in.

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Microvision Shows Off Show WX Laser Picoprojector

The Show WX uses a Micro-Electro-Mechanical System (MEMS) two directional oscillating mirror, and three small laser diodes which are combined to create some of the most vivid colors the human eye can see. Unlike LED’s or high-intensity discharge bulbs, the lasers are always at a constant wavelength so light energy is rarely lost. When the lasers combine with the MEMS unit a processor tells the mirror to shoot one pixel of information at a time. So an image can even be projected onto uneven or curved surfaces. These components set the Show WX apart from any other pico projector because their technology will only get smaller.

Some of the specifications:
• Resolution: WVGA (848 x 480)
• Brightness: 10 Lumens
• Aspect Ratio: 16:9 Widescreen
• Refresh Rate: 60 Hz (nominal)
• Color Gamut: ] 200% NTSC
• Contrast Ratio: ] 5,000:1
• Throw Ratio: 1:1(projection distance/image diagonal)
• Image size: 150 mm to 2500 mm (6 in to 100 in)
• Projection Distance: 150 mm to 2500 mm (6 in to 100 in)
• Focus: No user focus adjustment needed. Image is always in focus, even on curved surfaces
• Regulatory: Class 2 laser product.1 UL listing planned

Microvison states that the projector will be available during this summer and will retail for around $400-$500 USD depending on manufacturing costs. Hopefully Microvison technology will be embedded in a Windows Phone soon.

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Acer K10 pico projector reviewed

vnunet.com has just reviewed the Acer K10 pico projector and were fairly satisfied with it, except for the relatively low resolution and bulky power adapter brick.

Acer's K10 pico projector is designed to be small enough to be carried along with a laptop, enabling users such as travelling sales staff to give presentations at a customer site.

Announced in March and available to purchase now, the K10 is certainly small as far as projectors go, measuring roughly 12cm square and about 4.5cm high. It's about the same size as a bedside clock radio. It also weighs just half a kilogram, which should not prove too much of a burden to carry alongside a laptop computer.

AdvertisementWe found the K10 easy to set up and use, and were able to get a satisfactory image within minutes without referring to any documentation, which was not supplied with our evaluation unit in any case.

Himax HX7027-5W80 (Henry) Module and Projector specs

The LCOS projector includes

- One system board (With Himax HX7027 Video Processor) - One CF-LCOS microdisplay - One projection optics - One polarization optics - LED optics

Features
	- 0.44" HX7027 (640x480) LCOS - 5W Lumiled K2-200 LED - 80cc optical module and 240cc projector - 12 ANSI lumen - Video input (with or) without Battery

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Aiptek PocketCinema T10 specs

• Innovative handheld-size projector for projecting image on various surfaces
• LED light source for durable use
• Projects image from iPod, digital cameras, camcorders, mobile phones, game console with AV-OUT
• A handy tool for personal entertainment and small group meeting
• A true mobile product with miniature size and battery

A+ Mini Projector: Goes from 21-80", weighs 3lbs, 7x4x2.5" dimensions, 50,000 bulb life!

Specs:

PocketCinema T10

Display Technology: LCoS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon) Light Source: White LED Luminous Flux: max. 6 Lumens, brightness adjustable (Low/High) Projection Resolution: 640 x 360 Pixels (Q720p) Aspect Ratio: 16 : 9 Projection Image Size (Diagonal): 6'' ~ 50'' (15 cm ~ 127 cm) Projection Distance: 25 cm - 180 cm Zoom: Manual Focus: Manual Projection Source: 3-in-1 AV phone jack Speaker: Stereo, 2 x 0.5W AV Connector: 3-in-1 AV in USB Connector: Power charge from PC/Notebook by USB cable or AC adapter Power Supply: 5V, 2A AC-adapter and Li-Ion rechargeable Battery (1600mAH) Battery Life: 60 ~ 100 minutes (varies in different content projection) Manual Language: EN/DE/FR/IT/ES/PT/NL/SE/NO/FI Giftbox Language: EN/DE/FR/IT/ES/PT/NL/SE/PL/TR/RU Dimension: 125 mm x 59 mm x 25 mm Weight: 120g (without battery), 160g (with battery) AIPTEK Art.-No. 430003

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Aiptek PocketCinema V10 wins iF Product Design Award 2009

• A mobile media player mini-projector playing back picture, MP3, and video clips
• Projects image up to 50" large screen within distance from 21cm to 180cm.
• Projects image from connecting to iPod, DV, DSC, game console or mobile phone (via AV-out) or from playback in embedded 1GB flash memory or SD/MMC/MS Pro memory card.
• A handy tool for small group meeting and presentation
• Li-Ion battery and Remote control supported

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Specs:

Aiptek PocketCinema V10

Display Technology: LCoS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon) Light Source: White LED Luminous Flux: 10 Lumens Projection Resolution: 640 x 480 Pixels (VGA) Aspect Ratio: 4 : 3 Projection Image Size (Diagonal): 6'' ~ 50'' (15 cm ~ 127 cm) Projection Distance: 21 cm - 180 cm Zoom: Manual Focus: Manual Play Back File Format: Photo: JPEG Video: MPEG-4 (.AVI, .ASF, .MP4) H.264 Photo: JPEG Video: MPEG-4 (.AVI, .ASF, .MP4) H.264 (.MP4) M-JPEG (.AVI) through ArcSoft Media Converter Audio: MP3 AV-Interface: 3-in-1 AV phone jack Audio: Stereo, 0,5W Internal Memory: 1 GB External Memory: SD / SDHC / MMC / MS Pro, up to 8 GB Remote Control: Included Manual Language: EN/DE/FR/IT/ES/PT/NL/SE/NO/FI Giftbox Language: EN/DE/FR/IT/ES/PT/NL/SE/NO/FI/PL/TR/RU Software Bundle: ArcSoft Media Converter Dimension: 125 mm x 55 mm x 23 mm Weight: 120g (without battery), 160g (with battery) AIPTEK Art.-No. 430002

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Aiptek T20 picoprojector specs

• LCoS™ Display Technology
• 640 x 480 Native Resolution
• 4:3 Native Aspect Ratio

Aiptek T20 LCoS Projector Information

Manufacturer	Aiptek
Manufacturer Part #	T20
Production Status	Announced

Aiptek T20 LCoS Projector Specifications

General	Aspect Ratio	4:3 (Native)
	Display Type	LCoS
	Resolution (Native / Max)	VGA (640 x 480)
Connectivity	Inputs	1 x USB
Projection Lens	Lamp Type	LED
	Projection Screen Size (Diagonal)	in. ~ 42in. (0cm ~ 106.68cm)

Aiptek T20, T30: picoprojectors for iPhone

Aiptek at Computex provided looks at a pair of pico projectors both tailored to portable hardware. The T30 is the smallest and is intended for iPhones and iPods that need a larger view for video. While limited, it has the rare addition of an RGB LED that produces more accurate pictures than a typical white-light LED. Pictures scale up to as large as 50 inches depending on the throw distance, and it also assists in recording with an AV input.
The T20 is larger and crafted for notebooks but uses only the USB port for its signal; the move reduces expansion but obviates the need for a separate battery on the projector itself. It can only display at VGA (640x480) resolution but can put up images as large as 42 inches.
Both of Aiptek's projectors are due to ship by the end of the year and are likely to ship to the US.

Via Electronista

camcorders with built-in pico projectors

The pico projection thing might be getting a little out of hand. Sure, the projectors themselves are cool, and it’s hard to say no to cute accessories like this thing, but with pico projectors planned for phones, media players, and now little camcorders, things are getting a bit… projectionable.

Via CrunchGear, via RegHardware

Honlai QingBar MP102 LCOS Projector

The Honlai QingBar MP102 projector official page doesn't show much but some specs and marketing info, at least the product looks nice.

• See image of 15" ~ 37" (50 cm ~ 1.5M )
• Video / Audio input for any AV composite AVsignal
• Embedded Speaker

Specification

Method of projection	LCoS
Panel Size	0.44"
Aspect ratio	4:3
Focus	Manual
Lamp source	LED (3W)
Lamp life	over 20,000 hrs
Brightness	ANSI / 10-15 lumens
Contrat ratio (FIFO)	200 : 1
Resolution	640*480 Pixels (VGA)
Scree size	15" ~ 37" (50cm ~ 1.5M)
Video / Audio Terminal	D-SUB 15pin / Mini AV jack
Speaker	1W
Video Signal	Composite Video (AV in)
Color reproduction	Full 16.7 Million Colors
Power source	DC 5V,2.5A,AC 100~240V 50~60Hz
Dimension	77*82*45mm (L*W*H)

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Honlai QingBar MP101 iPhone Projector dock

Taiwan-based Honlai's corporate website reveals some details and specs on their iPhone/iPod projector dock, see below.

• See image of 15" ~ 37" (50 cm ~ 1.5M )
• Video / Audio input for iphone /ipod touch or any AV composite
• Embedded stereo Speaker
• Docking station for playing and recharging options for IPod,IPod touch or Iphone

Specification

Method of projection	LCoS
Panel Size	0.44"
Aspect ratio	4:3
Focus	Manual
Lamp source	LED (3W)
Lamp life	over 20,000 hrs
Brightness	ANSI / 10-15 lumens
Contrat ratio (FIFO)	200 : 1
Resolution	640*480 Pixels (VGA)
Scree size	15" ~ 37" (50cm ~ 1.5M)
Video / Audio Terminal	Apple iPod / iPhone connector & Mini AV jack
Speaker	2W Stereo
Video Signal	iPhone / iPod touch Composite Video (AV in) / Composite Video
Color reproduction	Full 16.7 Million Colors
Power source	DC 12V,2A,AC 100~240V 50~60Hz
Dimension	82*111*72 mm (L*W*H)

Apple iPhone to get Picoprojector in the Future?

Mac-related site macnn.com has an interesting post about future improvements to the iPhone platform, discussing some rumors based on an Apple patent application and its related documents (and pictures).

image: Honlai QingBar MP101 iPhone / iPod Projector dock

Additionally present in the patent the concept of an embedded pico projector, which would give iPhones access to a larger display surface without the need for an attached monitor or TV. The technology already exists in add-on form, but could need substantial shrinking in order to merge with a handheld. An iPhone projector might also have limited use, as much of the device's interface requires seeing where fingers are touching.

Thanko MINIJEC1 Micro LED Pico Projector

It's resolution is quite standard, 640x480, with 10 lumens brightness and a 200:1 contrast ratio. As for results, expect a 45” screen size at only 2m (6ft) away from the projector and 14” at only 60cm (2ft) away.

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Himax Awarded for HX7027 LCOS microdisplay

image source: himaxdisplay.com

Himax Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq:HIMX) today announced that one of its liquid-crystal-on-silicon (LCOS) microdisplays, HX7027, received the 2009 Outstanding Photonics Product Award by the Photonics Industry and Technology Development Association (PIDA). The award will be presented at the Photonics Festival in Taiwan 2009, a prominent photonics exhibition in Asia, held at Taipei World Trade Center from June 10th to 12th, 2009.

The Outstanding Photonics Product Award recognizes the best photonics products by evaluating their innovative design, technological breakthrough, and marketability. Himax' award-winning product, HX7027, is a color-filter LCOS microdisplay with VGA resolution (640x480) developed by Himax Display, a Himax subsidiary and is suitable for a wide range of pico-projector applications, embedded or standalone.

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DigiLife DDV-JF1 HD Camcorder and Pico Projector

The DDV-JF1 shoots and displays 720p video on its 2.5-inch LCD display. As an added bonus, it has a built-in 640x360 pico projector. There is not much more information about the combo device, but the company plans to display it at Computex this month. Keep an eye open for more info and specs.

Via SlashGear, Engadget, GearLife

WowWee’s Cinemin Swivel pico-projector

WowWee’s Cinemin Swivel pico-projector, which was announced back at CES in January, has been given a release date and UK pricing. Expected to hit UK stores in September 2009, the posable projector will retail for around £349 ($572); US pricing and availability is still unknown, though it is expected in fall 2009 priced at $299.

Via SlashGear

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LG Monaco Cellphone with WM7 And Pico Projector

Engadget shows the LG Monaco (Pico) cell phone with built in picoprojector.

Features: 3.6Mbps HSDPA, a 3.2-inch WVGA display, 5 megapixel AF cam, microSD expansion, an add-on pico projector of some sort, and Windows Mobile 7. Though the screen is 0.3 inches smaller diagonally than the alleged minimum specified by Microsoft's "Chassis 1" guidelines, everything else here would work (and look) great as a next-gen device -- and the accessory projector's a pretty nifty selling point, too. At one point, AT&T had a crazy idea that they'd have this puppy on shelves by September of this year, but seeing we'll be lucky to have 6.5 devices in our hands by then, this date has undoubtedly slipped since the slide was made.

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BenQ Joybee GP1 Reviewed

ShasGear just reviewed the BenQ Joybee GP1 pico projector, here's what they say. Read the full BenQ Joybee GP1 review at SlashGear.

The hardware package is a mixed bag of success. The GP1 itself is an attractive, compact box measuring 5.4 by 4.7 by 2.1 inches and weighing just 1.4lbs, made from glossy fingerprint-loving black and white plastic and with a circle of touch-sensitive blue backlit buttons up top. Build quality seems good, and while there’s no sliding cover the lens is deeply recessed into the body of the projector.

Less pleasing is the PSU brick, which is around half the size of the pico-projector itself and has no space in the included soft case. That wouldn’t be so frustrating if it wasn’t for the fact that the GP1 has no internal battery and so will always need an external power supply. The remote, too, is ugly and doesn’t follow the same button layout as the touch-keys.

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