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AAXA Technologies hits back by offering you their newest pico projector, the P3X. Adopting the DLP display technology, this travel-friendly projector provides 854 x 480 WVGA resolution, 70 ANSI lumens brightness, 1000:1 contrast ratio and up to 15,000 hours of Triple RGB LEDs lamp life. What’s more, it also comes with a built-in media player, a microSD card slot, a mini-HDMI port, a USB 2.0 port and a built-in 1W speaker. Powered by a 2-hour onboard lithium-ion battery, the P3X is available now for $219. [Product Page]

We have seen our fair share of pico projectors from AAXA Technologies in the past, and this time around, they have every intention of expanding the entertainment role of your Samsung Galaxy S3 and Galaxy Note 2 with the introduction of special MHL cables that were specially developed to be compatible with the aforementioned smartphones. The new Samsung Galaxy S3 and Note 2 adapter will hook up straight into the Samsung 11 pin micro USB input, letting either device hook up to AAXA’s M2, P3, P4X, P300 and LED Showtime series of pico and micro projectors seamlessly.

This means you will be able to enjoy a crisp 1,280 x 720 pixel resolution image or movie on a suitable surface via this cable, letting your smartphone function as more than just a communications device. This means you might even be able to load up a video presentation on your handset (memory permitting, of course) instead of carrying the file on a notebook. The AAXA MHL cable measures 6.5 feet in length, and will play nice with the full sized HDMI ports that are available on the M2, P3, P300 and Showtime, in addition to the P4X’s mini-HDMI port, all for a mere $19.99 a pop. [Press Release]

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When we talk about pico projectors, this particular niche market seems to be having trouble of breaking into mainstream consciousness. The thing is, how many of us actually need to make presentations to a small group of people in a room at a whim? If that is the case, carrying a pico projector makes sense, but a tablet would also be able to serve its purpose – albeit less effectively than having information on your presentation projected onto the wall or a viewable surface. The thing is, pico projectors lack the brightness level and battery life to last the distance, and the AAXA P300 pico projector intends to address at least one of the issues mentioned.

For starters, the AAXA P300 pico projector will feature a 300 lumens brightness which places it at the higher echelon for its device segment, not to mention carrying the ability to throw out images and videos at a far higher resolution count that most of the other pico projectors. I am referring to a 720p resolution, although its 75 minute battery life does leave plenty to be desired despite being in line of expectations for a pico projector. Still, it can be said to be an achievement considering how the brightness level has increased.

At point of publishing, the AAXA P300 from AAXA Technologies is deemed to be the “world’s brightest battery-powered pico projector” – anyone out there willing to dispute this statement? Share your thoughts in the comments below. What about the hardware specifications crammed into the AAXA P300? Well, it will come with a revolutionary new pico optical engine that does 300 peak lumens at a high definition (HD) resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels, running on Texas Instruments’ DLP Technology.

Not only that, the Vibrant Color LED technology which is used to deliver dazzling color quality also touts an operating life of over 15,000 hours, where is said to be able to generate a viewing experience of up to 120”. A robust ARM processor runs underneath the hood, allowing it to handle high resolution 720p video, picture, and picture slide-show playback. We would advise you to hook this up to a power supply if you intend to watch movies with it, in addition to connecting a decent sound system since the dual 1-watt speakers would not be able to fill up a room with tub-thumping audio. So, any takers?

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Pico projectors are definitely a niche device in a decidedly small market. How many people do you know actually carry around one of these to deliver a presentation? Well, two major factors do go against the pico projector in everyday use – the lack of brightness, and a relatively short battery life. The AAXA P300 pico projector does not address both issues, but it does pack a 300 lumens brightness which is superior to many other models in the market, not to mention it is about time that a bump has been given in the right direction for its resolution count, where it supports 1,280 x 800 resolution.

Connectivity options also keep up with the times, where we are treated to a VGA adapter, Composite video input, and HDMI connectivity. With a battery life of up to 75 minutes, forget about using this to watch full length movies on battery power alone – you will need to hook it up to a power outlet if you were to do so. An ARM processor is part of the package to help it perform slide-show playback, but you might want to hook it up to an audio system since the dual 1-watt speakers are definitely not going to bring the house down anytime soon.

Things do seem to move forward in the right direction where pico projectors are concerned, and the AAXA P300 fits in nicely, although the $419 price point (on promotion) might be a wee bit steep.

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