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Bridgestone shows off QR-LPD display, the future looks dim originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 13 Jan 2011 04:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>bridgestonecesces 2011Ces2011displaye booke bookse readere readerse-booke-bookse-readere-readersqr-lpdvivitekThu, 13 Jan 2011 04:33:00 EST<![CDATA[WHDI breaks out at CES 2011, brings 1080p streaming to TVs, PCs, tablets and a projector]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/04/whdi-breaks-out-at-ces-2011-brings-1080p-streaming-to-tvs-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/04/whdi-breaks-out-at-ces-2011-brings-1080p-streaming-to-tvs-pcs/http://www.engadget.com/2011/01/04/whdi-breaks-out-at-ces-2011-brings-1080p-streaming-to-tvs-pcs/#comments We've felt the rush a-comin', and it looks as if 2011 may finally be the year that Amimon (along with its competitors) gets the break it has been yearning for in the consumer market. With wireless HD streaming options becoming more plentiful (and prices heading southward into a realm of feasibility), the WHDI standard is making a stand at this year's CES. Right around a dozen new products will be introduced this week with WHDI embedded, including HDTVs from Haier, PC-to-TV adapters from Asus and LG Innotek, tablets from First International Computer ('Jacob' prototype shown above), Malata and Gemtek / Ampak, a projector from Vivitek and a mobile-to-TV solution from 35.com. The goal here is pretty obvious -- Amimon would love for you to have a house full of WHDI-equipped gear, in turn creating an ecosystem where these devices could talk to one another and stream in a variety of directions. We'll be scouring the floor to see who's buying in, but it sounds as if that won't be too difficult a chore.

Gallery: WHDI-enabled product lineup at CES 2011

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WHDI breaks out at CES 2011, brings 1080p streaming to TVs, PCs, tablets and a projector originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 04 Jan 2011 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1080p5ghz60HzAMIMONampakasusBrite-viewcesces 2011ces2011ficfirst international computerFirstInternationalComputerHaierHDhd streamingHdStreaminglglg innotekLgInnotekmalatastreamstreamingvivitekWHDIwirelesswireless hdtvWirelessHdtvTue, 04 Jan 2011 12:00:00 EST<![CDATA[Vivitek holds true to its word, delivers sub-$1000 1080p projector]]>http://www.engadget.com/2009/08/04/vivitek-holds-true-to-its-word-delivers-sub-1000-1080p-project/http://www.engadget.com/2009/08/04/vivitek-holds-true-to-its-word-delivers-sub-1000-1080p-project/http://www.engadget.com/2009/08/04/vivitek-holds-true-to-its-word-delivers-sub-1000-1080p-project/#commentsVivitek H1080FD projector Those craving a 1080p projector but feeling a little strapped for cash right now (and who isn't) will be glad to hear that Vivitek has come through on both its pricing and timing promises for its H1080FD model. If you're looking for a beamer on the cheap and the 720p LCD Epson PowerLite 700 didn't do it for you, the quick rundown on Vivitek's offering goes like this -- DLP engine, 1080 lines of resolution, 1800 lumens bright, $999, available this month. As always, the 5,000:1 contrast ratio needs some salt, but the 29dB rating and 3,000-hour lamp life aren't too shabby; RS-232 control is just gravy. If the performance comes close to the promise, don't be surprised to see some of these projectors added alongside direct-view sets for dedicated night-time viewing in steady-income homes.

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Vivitek to shake up HD projector market with 1080p H1080FD at $999 originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 22 Jul 2009 17:47:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Vivitek debuts at CES with seven projectors originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 08 Jan 2009 17:37:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Quite honestly, the HC7500A turns us on a bit more than this D5500, but Vivitek is clearly aiming at two separate markets here. This one is hoping to wiggle into large concert halls, churches, etc. -- you know, places that can't always blot out the light to make the picture perfect. Boasting 5,500 ANSI lumens, a 2,500:1 contrast ratio, XGA native resolution and Texas Instruments' BrilliantColor technology, the single-chip DLP projector promises a decent image even in a partially lit room. You'll also find a six-segment color wheel, a dual-lamp design, RS-232 / USB ports, Ethernet socket for remote control and the usual complement of inputs (VGA, DVI, etc.). The heavy duty device can be snapped up as we speak for $5,999, and you can catch the release in full after the break.

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Vivitek didn't really do an awesome job of making its very first projectors anything memorable (see, you didn't even know they were in the beamer biz, now did you?), but it's hoping to remedy that here at CES 2009 with the beastly HC7500A. Said device is the world's first 1080p LED projector, offering up a 35,000:1 contrast ratio, 1,920 x 1,080 native resolution, 700-lumen brightness rating and a lamp-free LED light source that can keep shining for around 20,000 hours. We know, you're impressed. But impressed enough to drop $13,999 for one in June? Full release is after the break.

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Just what the world needs -- another pair of perfectly average projectors to choose from. Vivitek has boldly gone where so many others have gone before by introducing the D326MX (XGA) and D326WX (WXGA) projectors, both of which rely on Texas Instruments' DLP engine and boast rapid start-up / instant shutdown features, HDMI / component connectors, 2,600 ANSI lumens, a 2,500:1 contrast ratio, 5-segment color wheel and a 1-watt speaker for mind-blowing monaural sound. The units weigh in at just 3.2-pounds apiece, and both should be available now for $999 / $1,199 should you remember to look within the next 15 seconds. Full release after the break.

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Vivitek introduces its very first projectors, forgets to make 'em memorable originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 20 Aug 2008 10:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Just what the world needs -- another pair of perfectly average projectors to choose from. Vivitek has boldly gone where so many others have gone before by introducing the D326MX (XGA) and D326WX (WXGA) projectors, both of which rely on Texas Instruments' DLP engine and boast rapid start-up / instant shutdown features, HDMI / component connectors, 2,600 ANSI lumens, a 2,500:1 contrast ratio, 5-segment color wheel and a 1-watt speaker for mind-blowing monaural sound. The units weigh in at just 3.2-pounds apiece, and both should be available now for $999 / $1,199 should you remember to look within the next 15 seconds. Full release after the break.

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