Christie is proud to release their newest simulation and training projector, the Matrix StIM. This model features a measly 600 ANSI lumens, but makes up for it with a WUXGA (1920 x 1200) resolution and a 100000:1 contrast ratio. The StIM is the industry’s first customer-driven arrayed projection system with LED illumination that simultaneously renders simulated environments in both the visible and infrared spectrums. The LED lamp system has a 50000 hour lamp life, which is one of the longest lasting lamps designed for a projector. The StIM is not only powerful, but very small. This model weighs only 30 lbs and measures only 18.4″ x 11.0″ x 8.7″ (W x H x D). The StIM is capable of being mounted from a variety of position to deliver top of the line quality for any simulation system. The Matrix StIM is currently available through Christie, however a retail price has not been released.

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The InFocus Play Big X10 projector is one of the best home theater projectors the company has to offer. This model features full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution, a 2500:1 contrast ratio, and 1200 ANSI lumens. Recently, the writers at Register Hardware got the opportunity to review the X10. The first thing they mentioned about this projector was how much they liked seeing a full HD projector for such a small price. Other HD projectors cost significantly higher than the X10. One of the major problems the writers had with this projector is that the controls were difficult to set. The manual zoom and focus were large cog-like wheels that had a difficult time focusing little details. The projector also does not have a control panel, which means that if you lost the remote, controlling the projector would next to impossible. The display the X10 presented was one of the best the writers have ever seen. When they watching a movie called Planet Earth, the writer commented that the display was, “breath-taking.” The writers’ final verdict about the Play Big X10 was, “The X10 may be the lowest priced example of a rather large range of 1080p projectors from Infocus, but it’s exceptionally good. Setting the standard for entry-level 1080p projection, it’s a worthwhile step up from a decent 720p projector if your screen size and viewing distances are appropriate.”

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Earlier this month, BenQ announced the Taiwan release of the MP523 projector. Recently BenQ announced that his projector is now available worldwide. The MP523 is designed to display quality images in any environment. It features a 2000:1 contrast ratio, 2000 ANSI lumens, and a native XGA (1024 x 768) resolution. The MP523 weighs only 5.3 lbs, which makes it ideal for travel or easy storage, when not in use. This model comes with a variety of connection, including an s-video, composite, and a RGB connection that doubles as a component input. The MP523 is designed to reduce maintenance costs with its filter-free cooling system and by providing a lamp with a 4000 lamp life. This projector is currently available through the BenQ website and retails for the suggested price of $699.

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Ryan Mischkulnig has recently released his concept design for a projector phone he calls the MiLife. This phone features not one, but three touch screen panels that can fold like a brochure. The phone is designed to include just about every gadget you can think of including a MP3 player, video tablet, Pocket PC, video games, and even a handheld projector. The MiLife phone can also substitute as a keyboard for a PC or a controller for a game console. There is no word as to whether this concept will ever become reality, but it looks to be more of a possibility than the Pomegranate phone we saw last week.

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Imation is the world’s leading provider of removable data storage products designed to help customers create, protect, and retrieve valuable digital assets. Recently they released a new device that will turn your regular projector into a wireless projector. The Wireless Projection Link easily connects to any projector that has a VGA connection. The user uses a transmitter that is plugged into the PC or laptop via USB connection in order to send content to the projector. The device requires no software to be installed onto your projector and is compatible with most projection systems and even computer monitors. The device has a radius of about 30 feet, which means you can send images to the projector from across the room in just about any sized office room or house. You can order the Wireless Projection Link through Imation, but a retail price has not been released yet.

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JVC has recently announced their new DLA-HD750 projector will be available in either the original black finish or a limited edition white chassis. JVC has announced that they have produced only 200 of these projectors and will be selling them between now and December 25th for the suggested retail price of about $8000. The DLA-HD750 is one of JVC’s top home theater projectors. It features 900 ANSI lumens, full HD (1920 x 1080) resolution, and a 50000:1 contrast ratio. It comes with dual HDMI inputs as well as a component, composite, and an s-video connection. The DLA-HD750 is also one of the few projectors that have been awarded the THX Certification. The projector is very quiet with a 19 dB noise level, which is incredibly low for most projectors. The DLA-HD750 is currently able to be purchased through the JVC website.

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Vivitek is proud to announce the release of two new projectors, D825MS and D825MX. Both of these projectors are virtually identical. They both feature a 2200:1 contrast ratio, 2500 ANSI lumens, and DLP display technology. The only major difference is that the D825MS displays a native SVGA (800 x 600) resolution, while the D825MX displays a native XGA (1024 x 768) resolution. Both projectors come with the standard RGB, composite, and s-video connections as well as a USB connection for easy control through your computer. According to Hemant Aggarwal, director, Vivitek, “Vivitek is the first projector series available in India, which has brilliant color technology. With easy installation and affordability, this projector is ideal for users in the corporate, SME and education sectors.” The projectors being released in India and are priced at Rs 33750 ($679) for D825MS and Rs 45000 ($905) for D825MX, and come with a two years warranty.

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A few months ago, Optoma announced two new projectors, the GT-3000 and GT-7000, which were specifically designed for game consoles. Recently, Optoma has announced the release of these two projectors. The GT-3000 features a white chassis and displays a 2000:1 contrast ratio, 2300 ANSI lumens, and a SVGA (1280 x 1024) resolution. The GT-7000 is a little more powerful with a 4000:1 contrast ratio, 1600 ANSI lumens, and is HD-Ready. Unfortunately, Optoma has not announced whether the GT-7000 has 720p or full 1080p resolution. The main feature that comes with both models is the matching external speaker system that features four speakers and a subwoofer. The speaker system is not only able to be connected to the projector, but it is compatible for other electronics including DVD players and iPods. The GT-3000 and GT-7000 are currently available through the Optoma website; however, they are only available in the UK for now. The retail price for the GT-3000 is £349 ($535), while the GT-7000 retails for £499 ($766).

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One of the smallest projectors coming from Dell is the M109S. This model fits in your hand and comes with 50 ANSi lumens, an 800:1 contrast ratio, and an 858 x 600 resolution. Recently, the writer at ZDNet got the opportunity to see the M109S in action. The writers were impressed with the small design and the sleek black look. However they thought that the amount of accessories that needed to travel with the projector greatly reduced its portability. The writers experienced further disappointment when they saw the resolution for this projector. The diminutive 858 x 600 resolution is to small for most laptops and even some netbooks. The not quite SVGA resolution also makes the compatibility very difficult. One of the highlights the writers mentioned was that the projector uses an LED light for a lamp, which means an extra long lamp life and no toxic mercury to worry about. The final verdict for the M109S was, “Travellers may find Dell’s tiny M109S projector a boon, but we just wish Dell had made it even a little bit brighter. This tiny machine also has the lowest specifications we have even seen on a projector by a mile. The M109S costs $800, which makes it comparative in price when compared to Dell’s larger portable projectors. Like seemingly all tiny technology, you pay a premium. Had the M109S been cheaper, something of a netbook of projectors, we would have liked it a lot more. At first we weren’t sure if we hated or loved the M109S, but its super long lamp life and lower running cost pushed in into the later category. If this is the future of projectors, we look forward to it.”

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The Aiptek PocketCinema V10 projector is one of the leading competitors in the pocket projector craze. It features 10 ANSI lumens, a VGA (640 x 480) resolution, and is the lightest projector ever, weighing 0.2 lbs. Recently, the writers at Gizmodo got their hands on one and were quite impressed with what they saw. The major feature the writers liked was the SD slot, which allowed the projector to perform with out needing an external connection. This feature alone made the V10 better than the 3M MPro110 projector they reviewed two weeks ago. The V10 also features a media player that will allow a user to play JPEG stills and MP3 music files with out needing to alter them in some strange way. The only concern the writers had was that the V10 did not have a VGA port, like the MPro110 had. However, the writers thought that the SD slot was the better way to go for a portable device. The image displayed was watchable, but not the best. The writers decided not to test the quality with the usual tests they use for high quality TVs because they knew it wouldn’t be anywhere as good. If you decide to purchase the V10 the Gizmodo writers recommend that you don’t try to make your images any bigger than 50 inches, because after that, the image starts to blur and become unwatchable. The final comment made was, “In two weeks I’ve gone from not believing much in the pico movement to being a fervent supporter. And if you’re going to be an early adopter, I am happy to say that, because of the Aiptek PocketCinema V10’s better geek features and much improved build quality over the 3M MPro110-and $50 cheaper price to boot-I found a pico projector that I can genuinely recommend. The only hold back is that they’re just gonna get better and better.”

[via Gizmodo]