Hitachi CP-X3030WN 3LCD Projector

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The CP-X3030WN is the latest 3LCD projector from Hitachi that provides 1024 x 768 XGA resolution, 3200 ANSI lumens brightness, 4000:1 contrast ratio and up to 6,000 hours of lamp life (Eco Mode). The CP-X3030WN also comes with a built-in 16W mono speaker and has a number of connectivity ports including HDMI, 2x D-Sub, Composite, S-Video, 2x Stereo Mini Jack, RCA Audio, Microphone Jack and USB Type A. The CP-X3030WN will begin shipping soon for unannounced price yet. [Hitachi]

BenQ W1080ST Short Throw DLP Home Theater Projector Shipped

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BenQ has begun shipping their latest short throw DLP home theater projector, the W1080ST. This 3D-ready projector is able to display a 65-inch image from a distance of only 1 meter away. Apart from that, it also provides 1920 x 1080 Full Hd resolution, 2000 ANSI lumens brightness, 10,000:1 contrast ratio and up to 6,000 hours of lamp life (SmartEco Mode). The W1080ST sells for $1,099. [BenQ]

JVC Finds a Clever Shortcut To an 8K Projector

Given 4K TVs and cameras are only just starting to hit the market, there’s not a lot of 8K components to be had just yet. But that isn’t stopping JVC from rolling out one of the first 8K projectors, that’s actually built on 4K technology. More »

Mitsubishi WD390U-EST DLP Projector

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Mitsubishi has released a new DLP projector namely the WD390U-EST. This 3D-ready projector provides 1280 x 800 native resolution, 3000 ANSI lumens brightness, 3000:1 contrast ratio and up to 6,000 hours of lamp life. It also comes with a built-in 10W mono speaker and has a number of connectivity ports including 2x D-Sub, Composite, S-Video, 2x Stereo Mini jack, HDMI and USB Type A. Unfortunately, there’s no word on pricing yet. [About Projectors]

Acer S1213Hn DLP Projector

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Check out this newly released DLP projector from Acer, the S1213Hn. This 3D-ready projector provides 1024 x 768 XGA resolution, 3000 ANSI lumens brightness, 10,000:1 contrast ratio and up to 6,000 hours of lamp life (Eco Mode). In addition, it also comes with a built-in 2W mono speaker and has a number of connectivity ports including 2x D-Sub, 2x Stereo Mini Jack, Composite, RCA Audio, S-Video and HDMI. The S1213Hn is available now for $999. [Acer]

BenQ MW663 DLP Projector

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Here’s the latest DLP projector from BenQ, the MW663. Adopting the SmartEco technology for adjusting the projector’s brightness based on the ambient light levels, this 3D-ready projector provides 1280 x 800 WXGA resolution, 3000 ANSI lumens brightness, 13000:1 contrast ratio and up to 6,500 hours of lamp life (SmartEco Mode). In addition, it also comes with a built-in 2W speaker and has a number of connectivity ports including 2x D-Sub, HDMI, Composite, S-Video, Stereo Mini Jack, RCA Audio and USB Type A. The MW663 sells for $579.99. [BenQ]

Sanwa 400-PRJ018 Pico Projector

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A new pico projector ’400-PRJ018′ from Sanwa has recently entered the market. Adopting the DLP display technology, this travel-friendly projector provides 854 x 480 WVGA resolution, 85 ANSI lumens brightness and up to 20,000 hours of LED lamp life, and features 1x USB and 1x HDMI ports. The 400-PRJ018 is available now for 42,800 Yen (about $445) in black and white color options. [Sanwa]

Turn Your Pool Table Into a Psychedelic Aquarium with Kinect-Powered Projection Effects

Pool is a fun game, but with just some colored balls on a plain green field, the spectacle is a little lacking. We’ve already seen how some clever projection can turn anyone into a pool shark, but now OpenPool is taking it a step further by turning pool into a psychedelic rave of a game. More »

BenQ W1500 DLP Projector

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BenQ has unveiled a new DLP projector to its range, the W1500. This 3D-ready projector provides 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution, 2200 ANSI lumens brightness, 10,000:1 contrast ratio and up to 2,000 hours of lamp life. It also comes with two built-in 10W stereo speakers and a number of connectivity ports including 2x HDMI, Composite, Component, D-Sub, S-Video, USB and Stereo Mini Jack. The W1500 will begin shipping later this month for around 1,550 GBP (about $2,329). [About Projectors]

Anyone Can Be a Pool Shark When This Projector Calls the Shots

Pool is simple if you know your geometry. And physics. And have good hand-eye coordination. And while none of those seem that hard on their own, they can be a little tough to put together. But with a little help from tech, it becomes as easy as just keeping your eyes open. More »