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Wii Compatible Micro Projector

admin — Sat, 24 Apr 2010 03:58:26 +0000

Clever Setup for keeping your kid occupied: A Mom plugs her Aaxa M1 micro projector directly into her Wii for her daughter to use. Looks like the little one is having a lot of fun!

M1+ Micro Projector Connects Directly to Your Computer

admin — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 05:08:29 +0000

Web Browsing on an M1+ Micro Projector


We recently found that a few models of micro projector have began including direct VGA inputs for use with computers. The M1+ from Aaxa Technologies is one of the most powerful micro projectors on the market and has this VGA input. We call it a "micro" projector because it isn't quite a "pico." It's not small enough to fit in your pocket but is still very small and portable. It fits easily in a briefcase or small bag and weighs about as much as a can of soda.
For a full list of features check out the M1+ Micro Projector



New Video Comparing P1 to P2 Pico Projector
admin — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 04:36:34 +0000

As every company under the sun continues to come out with their latest version of pico projector we had been hunting for a live demo to show us the real quality differences. Let’s face it, most of the models put out in the last couple years haven’t been up to par with expectations. That trend is beginning to change. The new line’s from companies like Aaxa Tech, 3M, and Optoma seem to work well as long as you aren’t in a super bright environment. Check out this video to get a real look at how fast the quality of these projectors is moving.



Aaxa L1 Laser Projector: First run!
admin — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 20:37:33 +0000
It seems that the first batch of the infamous laser projectors has finally shipped out. We’ve seen plenty of articles showing the Microvision ShowWX, however, no one has really had one in hand. It looks as if Aaxa and their L1 Laser Projector will be the first on the market for handheld laser projection units.
Aside from being a pico projector with laser capabilities, the coolest thing about this unit is the ability to always stay in focus. Due to the lasers being used as opposed to LED projectors, images on the Aaxa L1 Laser Projector will stay clear from one wall to the next without having to mess around with the focus wheel. Further, it can generate an image on two surfaces at varying distances at the same time.
The Aaxa L1 Laser Projector also has an incredible color range. The colors look exponentially more vivid and clear than projectors of the past. We are definitely interested in seeing more to come from these laser projectors.
Check out the pictures we’ve found!




$599 at http://www.aaxatech.com/products/l1_laser_pico_projector.htm



Texas Instruments’ OMAP4 based smart phone? – let’s throw a pico projector on it!
admin — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 17:57:19 +0000
It seems that many gadgets are starting to couple a micro or pico projector right on to the platform. TI’s OMAP4 chipset will be able to drive 3 different displays simultaneously and includes a pico projector.
The way Slashgear describes the new OMAP4 based device, the three different displays and pico projector look as if they are going on to a sort of smartphone or tablet-based reader.

The significant bump in processing speed on the OMAP4 will be due to the dual 1GHz ARM A9 cores. Even though processing speed is increased, the chip set should also be more efficient giving users roughly 145 hours on a 1,000 mAh battery.
The video displays on the OMAP4 will allow for two onboard screens and an external display which can be used in place of the onboard pico projector. For example, if you want to watch a movie while keeping your browser and email open, you can plug your video out in to an external monitor. If an external monitor is not on hand, you can play your movie directly on to a flat surface via the built-in projector.
Read the rest at Slashgear.



HP to be releasing Pico Projector integrated laptops
admin — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 17:37:14 +0000
HP plans to market two mobile PC solutions this year – the tablet and a notebook with an integrated pico projector.

According to DigiTimes, Monty Wong, VP of HP in Taiwan, mentioned that HP also plans place the pico projector where the webcam is normally located.
The pico projector notebooks will mainly be produced by Quanta Computer and will launch after HP launches a few standalone pico projectors on to the market.
The idea isn’t new, however, and delays in production have been due to cooling solutions. We should be seeing news from HP soon.



Microvision to develop micro projector based shooter video game
admin — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:37:56 +0000
It has been news for awhile, but Microvision is releasing a micro projector based first person shooter video game controller.

The guys at CrunchGear had a first hand test of the Microvision product and seem to be very excited about it for a few different factors.
The first factor they mention is that the projector is based off of Microvision’s SHOWWX pico projector. The projector is modified to create an 848×480 image that always stays in focus. They reiterate that it is always in focus. Further, the pico projector is mounted on to a plastic gun to create the controller. The gun itself is equipped with motion detectors that let you go as far left, right, up or down as you want to go.
The most impressing thing, they mention, is that there is no lag between movement of the gun and video recognition of movement. Impressive new technology!




3M launches an enhanced Pico Projector – the MPro150 at CES 2010
admin — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 17:55:08 +0000

CES 2010 – Las Vegas – 3M launches an enhanced version of their pico projector dubbed the MPro150. This is the first pocket projector that 3M has released which incorporates 1-gig of built-in memory as well as a removable micro SD card.
The MPro150 uses LED powered LCoS technology and projects images at VGA resolution with 15-lumens of brightness. 3M has also placed an on-board suite of applications on to the MPro150 to use for both business and recreation. The GUI includes a status bar and the ability to manage files.
3M’s new pico also integrates two half-watt stereo speakers on to the unit as well as an audio jack to take external speakers or headphones. Other connections include: mini USB port, VGA, component and composite connector. Included in the package are: the MPro150, lithium polymer battery, micro SD card, computer cable, video cable, RCA adapter, USB cable, AC power adapter, tripod, guide, and protective sleeve. Other accessories are optional.
The estimated street price, by PCMag, is $395