Pico Projector Reviews
A pico projector is a handheld projector that shows images from many personal media items such as cameras, cell phones, gaming devices, media players (MP3 players, etc.) and PDAs. Images can be expanded to sizes such as 60 inches, but many pico projectors are small enough to be carried in your pocket or purse. Others are simply more compact than others making them more portable than a normal projector.
The pico projector is gaining in popularity as they are small enough to be embedded in many mobile devices like those mentioned previously. The technology driving this device continues to advance with developments in microdisplay technology and 3-D hologram tables. Pico projectors are also being used in conjunction with cameras to develop smart touch-projected display.
As for now, pico projectors are interesting gadgets for personal use. The costs tend to range from between $100 to $500 depending on the size and function of the projector. Smaller ones that may be best for personal mobile devices are often less expensive than those that may carry higher functions such as those used for business meetings and presentations.
For instance, Optoma Pico PK has a series of DLP projectors that are smaller than digital cameras and smart phones and may help with presentations and such, especially unexpected or improvised ones. Optomo’s cameras are developed with the newest innovations LED illumination DLP imaging technology. Its more advanced designs might be better suited for business presentations with a 20 ANSI lumens and 16:9 WVGA widescreen resolution. These projectors playback many photo types including JPEG and BMP and support digital formats such as AVI, MPEG-4, MOV and 3GPP.
The ViewSonic PJD2121 is a DLP projector with capabilities of producing images at 400 lumens and a contrast ratio of 1800:1. This product from Texas Instruments is meant for those making presentations for business, civic organizations, schools, etc. and constructed to be portable.
A pico projector can be more than just the latest gadget among technology experts. It could be a whole new way to enjoy and share your media with friends and family or give you new options in presenting your professional work (and they look cool!). Check out our reviews of the latest pico projectors.