Archive for November, 2012

New MobileCinema A50P Pico Projector from Aiptek

Nov 26th, 12 / 0 Comments

Aiptek MobileCinema A50PAiptek has officially released its newest pico projector, the MobileCinema A50P, which is aimed at users who actively use Android smartphones and tablets. This pocket-sized projector is capable of being transported easily and could be used in office settings where you might want to throw something from your smartphone or tablet up quickly on a larger screen for everybody to see.

The projector, which only measures 132mm x 71mm and is only 14mm tall, is capable of producing a 640×480 VGA resolution image in the range of 6″ to 60″ from up to 2m away. In addition to that, the projector comes with a 35 ANSI lumen output, which isn’t outstanding by any means, though it is still more than adequate for the size of the device.

The A50P has definitely been designed with mobile users in mind. The device comes with a micro-HDMI connector along with support for Mobile high-definition Link (MHL). Due to this, the projector is capable of charging a smartphone at the same time as it is being used as a projector by tapping into its own 1,850mAh lithium-polymer battery. When switched off, the projector can also run as a standalone power bank for a quick charge.

The A50P is based on Digital Light Processing (DLP) technology and comes with a low-power LED light source, which gives it a 1,000:1 contrast ration and an overall lifetime of 20,000 hours before the LED burns out. A carrying case and USB cable are included with the projector, which is also ready to use right out of the box for MHL-compatible devices. Unfortunately, you will need an extra adapter if you want to use micro-HDMI.

The MobileCinema A50P pico projector from Aiptek is currently available from the company for about $480.

Source: Expert Reviews – Aiptek MobileCinema A50P pico projector launched for Android devices

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NEC Debuts New VE281 and VE281X VE Series Projectors

Nov 12th, 12 / 0 Comments

NEC VE281NEC Display Solutions recently debuted its new VE281 and VE281X mobile projectors, both of which have been specifically designed with the small-to-medium-sized businesses, education environments, corporate conference rooms and mobility applications in mind.

Both of these projectors are capable of producing 2,800 lumens of brightness, are lightweight, affordable and produce high-contrast images. In addition to that, each one comes with a powerful 7-watt speaker built-in for clear, crisp audio.

The automated technologies, including Auto Power On and quick startup/shutdown, allow both of these projectors to be eco-friendly. Speaking of eco-friendly, both devices also have ECO Mode technology, a carbon savings meter, extended filter life and energy-saving features that are also key elements in the design. Intelligent Driving Scheme (IDS2) technology has also been incorporated in order to extend the lamp life of the projectors to up to 6,000 hours in ECO Mode and 4,000 hours in normal use.

According to Senior Product Manager for Projectors at NEC Display Solutions Rich McPherson, “NEC’s new VE Series brings a new mobile family to our multimedia projector lineup with the intention of providing high brightness to small areas with heavy ambient lighting. Its automated technologies and lightweight design make it ideal for mobility applications where the projector is frequently moved between locations.”

Both the VE281 and VE281X have similar features, including:

  • SVGA and XGA resolutions
  • 2800 lumens of brightness
  • 3000:1 high contrast ratio from the latest Texas Instruments DLP® engine
  • BrilliantColor™ technology provides accurate color reproduction
  • Intelligent Driving Scheme (IDS2) enables increased lamp life and contrast ratio
  • HDMI input connects you to high-definition sources
  • Compact size and lightweight design simplify transport
  • Automatic Power ON via RGB (15-pin) input
  • Quick startup/cooling/shutdown minimizes projector setup and teardown between meetings
  • ECO Mode technology helps extend lamp life and lowers power consumption
  • Lamp life up to 4000 hours normal and up to 6000 hours in ECO Mode
  • Carbon savings meter calculates the positive effects of operating the projector in ECO Mode
  • Intuitive remote control provides one-touch source changes

Both the VE281 and VE281X will be available in January 2013 with estimated retail prices of $369  for the VE281 and $449 for the VE281X. Each projector also ships with a 2-year limited parts and labor warranty while the lamp is covered for one year or 500 hours. In addition to that, education customers can receive an additional year while registered Star Student customers receive an additional 2 years to the warranty.

Source: heraldonline.com – NEC Display Solutions Expands Multimedia Projector Lineup to Include VE Series

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