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When you're running late, you're weighed-down with DIY in-flight entertainment and your gate number gets switched at the last minute, the last thing you need is a real-life human trying to be helpful. The Port Authority knows that, which is why it's promising to install "computerized, hologram-like avatars" in La Guardia, Newark and JFK terminal buildings by early July. The virtual assistants aren't actually holographic -- judging from the video after the break (courtesy of Transportation Nation), they appear to consist of either projected or LCD video displayed on a vaguely human-shaped static board, although given their reported $250,000 price tag we might (hopefully) be missing something. Oh, and they aren't even interactive, unless you try to push them over.

[Photo Credit: Jim O'Grady/WNYC]

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If your cine-cave is already decked out with the Super Hi-Vision display, the Super Hi-Vision camera, and the Super Hi-Vision-supping antenna, we guess you just need the 120fps Super Hi-Vision projector to complete the set? Guess what? Working with JVC, NHK has developed just that. It might not be much to look at, but that hunk of tech up there comes with the extra frame rate that also makes it play fast nice with the sensor technology NHK was kind enough to develop first. The projector will be giving its first public demos on May 24th , and we hope that 7680 x 4320 resolution will make all those hi-res skate-slams come out a charm.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>120fps8khdpostminihi-speedhigh resolutionHighResolutionJVCNHKprojectorslow motionSlowMotionsuper hi-visionSuperHi-visionFri, 18 May 2012 15:29:00 EST<![CDATA[This is what native 4K home cinema looks like on Sony's VPL-VW1000ES projector]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/17/sony-vpl-vw1000es-projector-native-4k/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/17/sony-vpl-vw1000es-projector-native-4k/http://www.engadget.com/2012/05/17/sony-vpl-vw1000es-projector-native-4k/#comments This is what native 4K home cinema looks like on Sony's VPL-VW1000ES projector

Why are folks so keyed up about 4K? At first glance, that's the type of question that answers itself: by definition, a 4096-pixel wide image delivers around four times the resolution of 1920 x 1080, and that's a healthy multiple. It's actually of a broadly similar magnitude to the difference between 1080p and old-fashioned analog NTSC video, and nobody these days questions the value of that upgrade. On the other hand, there must come a point where pixels cease to be visible in a home theater environment, such that buying more of them at inflated prices stops being worth it. Sure, 4K can be a big help with 3D footage, because it boosts the resolution to each eye -- something we experienced with the REDray projector. But what about regular 2D material, which is still very much the default viewing option? That question's been nagging at us, so when Sony invited us back for a second look at its 4K projector, the VPL-VW1000ES, this time with full-throttle native 4K source material rather than just upscaled 1080p, we turned up with a tape measure. Read on for what came next.

Gallery: Sony VPL-VW1000ES native 4K projector

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Just call this week's column the something borrowed edition. Rather than do a formal review -- the sort of cookie-cutter project that can be over and done with in a week, frankly -- we asked three staffers to not just test new products, but to live with them. For starters, our very own jet-setting Darren Murph used Verizon Wireless' new Jetpack MiFi 4620L to get work done on the go, while our new editor Jon Fingas traded in his Sony clock radio for an iHome dock that promised to play nice with his non-Apple device. Rounding things out, Sharif took a $4,000 3D projector for a weeks-long spin because, well, why not?

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If you wish you could use your legacy projector with your iPad for educational or business purposes, then crack a smile. Kanex has released the ATV Pro, a HDMI-to-VGA adapter that will allow older gear to get access to AirPlay mirroring. It's designed to get iPads into the classroom and even offers a 3.5mm audio-out port for stereo sound. Its available from today and will set you back $60.

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Back in January, we got our first glimpse of BryteWerks' Model One projector, albeit in render form only. Well, today at DEMO, we finally saw the thing in person and uncovered a bit more info about its innards. It still pumps out 11,000 lumens and throws images on the wall in 1920 x 1200 resolution, but it turns out to have a range of Intel silicon at its disposal: everything from a humble 1.6GHz Atom up to a 3.6GHZ Core i7. There are also multiple storage options, as the Model One comes with an Intel 320 SSD (60 or 120GB) -- where the OS resides to ensure super fast boot times -- and up to a 2TB HDD, so you have plenty of room for all your media. Speaking of the OS, it turns out the projector/HTPC has two: a customized version of XBMC and Windows 7, plus a custom GUI (currently in development) to make calibrating the projector dead simple. Because the projector's 1200-watt metal halide bulb generates so much heat, the internal chassis is built of aluminum and houses the components into four individually cooled chambers. That way, all the PC parts can stay cool on the bottom even while the projector's running full bore.

Gallery: Brytewerks Model One eyes-on

We got to see a hand-built prototype in person, and the Model One strikes an imposing, if elegant figure. It's roughly a foot and a half square cube, with a black brushed metal exterior devoid of any branding or other ornamentation, save for the silver ring around the lens. The power, HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.0 and four RCA connections are situated in the black plastic feet to keep cord clutter to a minimum, and the lens up front is magnetically attached to make swapping it out a simple affair. We got to speak with its creator, Justin Evans, about the genesis of the device, and he informed us that he's but a humble filmmaker who's trying to help out independent theaters, film festivals, filmmakers, and consumers. His goal was to create a projector that's both easy to use and cheap as chips (comparatively speaking) to enable film editing on the big screen and make high quality movie projection available to the masses. Given that the Model One is set to start shipping in six to eight weeks at an asking price of $2999, we'd say he's hit the mark -- assuming the image quality is as good as he says it is, and the build quality of the production model's up to snuff, of course. Here's hoping we get to see the thing in action sometime soon.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1920 x 12001920X1200brytewerksbrytewerks model oneBrytewerksModelOnecore i7CoreI7hands-onhdpostcrosshome theaterhome theater pcHomeTheaterHomeTheaterPchtpcintel 320 ssdintel atomintel core i7Intel320SsdIntelAtomIntelCoreI7model oneModelOneprojectionprojectorwindowsxbmcThu, 19 Apr 2012 18:13:00 EST<![CDATA[Samsung Galaxy Beam crosses paths with FCC, sports 3G connectivity for AT&T]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/18/samsung-galaxy-beam-at-fcc/http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/18/samsung-galaxy-beam-at-fcc/http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/18/samsung-galaxy-beam-at-fcc/#comments Samsung Galaxy Beam crosses paths with FCC, sports 3G connectivity for AT&T

The FCC comes across many smartphones in its daily routine, but it's hardly an everyday occurrence for one of those handsets to rock a miniature projector. That's the claim to fame of the Samsung Galaxy Beam, which just made its way through the regulatory body with full 3G support for AT&T's 1900MHz and 850MHz bands. We were first introduced to this updated version of the original Galaxy Beam at Mobile World Congress, and for a quick refresher, the Android 2.3 device packs a dual-core 1GHz CPU, 768MB of RAM, a 4-inch WVGA display and a projector that'll toss 50-inch imagery onto the wall. Naturally, whether AT&T chooses to sell the smartphone is another consideration entirely, but this certification will keep users in proper standing with the feds, and that's a good thing.

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There's no better way to control the visual experience from shoot to show than to create the camera and the projector. That's likely the thinking behind the REDray, the 4K laser cinema projector making an appearance at the company's NAB booth today. The device supports 2D and passive 3D (up to 120fps in 3D mode), with 4K projection for each eye and has a rated laser life of over 25,000 hours. While the device itself is likely to be hidden behind glass in an elevated projector room, the REDray has the same industrial look and feel of its Scarlet and Epic capturing counterparts, with a solid matte metal construction, heavy duty bolts and dedicated access panels for the lens filter, the laser phase adjustment oscillator and the angular refraction aberration indexer. There's also a T1.8 50mm lens mounted up front, sufficiently completing the beautifully monstrous package. Also on display was the tablet-controlled REDray Player, which includes four HDMI 1.4 video outputs with 7.1-channel audio output, the ability to move 4K video to the internal hard drive and an SD reader for ingesting content. You'll also find dual gigabit Ethernet ports, along with USB and eSATA connectors.

The projector experience is much less about the hardware than it is the projections themselves, which certainly did a justice here -- especially considering the imaging device's mid-development status. During a screening of the 3D short Loom, which was shot with the RED Epic, images looked fantastic with accurate color and excellent dynamic range, allowing us to see every detail in a contrasty dark scene, where we were able to make out a very dimly lit female actress. The projection was incredibly sharp on the 24-inch foot screen, despite the film being displayed with 2K for each eye, rather than the maximum 4K. There will be two versions of the REDray projector, including a home theater flavor that supports screens up to 15 feet in size that'll ring in at under $10,000, and a professional model with support for larger venues. RED CEO Jim Jannard confirmed that the home-bound version will ship sometime this year, though he was unable to provide a more precise ship date. We weren't permitted to record video during the screening -- which is for the best, considering that there's really no way to do this thing justice -- but you can still flip through the gallery below for an early look at REDray.

Gallery: REDray 4K cinema laser projector eyes-on

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REDray 4K cinema laser projector and player eyes-on (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 16 Apr 2012 13:39:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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We don't deny our unhealthy love for RED's gear, so just imagine the look on our poor-but-aspiring faces when Jim Jannard teased a 4K laser projector coming this year. Now the spec-list is out, we can see that the subtly branded REDray Laser will display 2D or 3D for passive glasses at up to 120fps, while lasting over 25,000 hours and costing less than $10,000. At the same time, there are more details on REDRay, a compatible player that'll throw out 4K content from its internal HD, SD cards or flash media. Wish list. Added.

RED teases 4K REDray player and projector for the theater / millionaire set originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 16 Apr 2012 05:11:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Unless you had a particularly keen eye for tiny projectors, you may well have missed the announcement of Acer's C120, back at CES. The palm-sized pico projector has now hit the market, weighing in at an ultraportable 6.34 ounces. The peripheral features a USB connection, which can be used to power the device when it's plugged into a PC. The C120's also got a quick-starting LED lamp, which can display presentations in WVGA or WXGA. Business people, teachers and lovers of tiny projectors alike can pick this guy up now for $259. Not sold? Watch a projection-worthy video presentation from CES, after the break.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>acerc120picopico projectorPicoProjectorprojectorprojectorsvideoMon, 09 Apr 2012 10:29:00 EST<![CDATA[Mobile Miscellany: week of March 19th, 2012]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/24/mobile-miscellany-week-of-march-19th-2012/http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/24/mobile-miscellany-week-of-march-19th-2012/http://www.engadget.com/2012/03/24/mobile-miscellany-week-of-march-19th-2012/#comments Mobile Miscellany: week of March 19th, 2012Not all mobile news is destined for the front page, but if you're like us and really want to know what's going on, then you've come to the right place. This past week, we've spotted the Lumia 610 in two new colors, and the open source community received new goodies from the likes of HTC, Qualcomm and Samsung. These stories and more await after the break. So buy the ticket and take the ride as we explore the "best of the rest" for this week of March 19th, 2012.

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Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>kinectmicrosoft researchMicrosoftResearchmotion sensorMotionSensormultitouchpico projectorPicoProjectorprojectorresearchvideoWearableComputerwearablesWed, 07 Mar 2012 21:16:00 EST<![CDATA[Microsoft TechForum unveils three research projects (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/28/microsoft-techforum-unveils-three-research-projects-video/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/28/microsoft-techforum-unveils-three-research-projects-video/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/28/microsoft-techforum-unveils-three-research-projects-video/#comments TechForum is a Microsoft-sponsored shindig where the company can get together, party, and then show off its latest and greatest research projects. First up we've got a transparent interactive 3D display which builds on technology from Cambridge University's HoloDesk project. Next is Holoflector, a "magic mirror" that overlays LCD projections onto your reflection. Both of these two projects rely heavily upon Kinect as more projects find the potential in the little sensor. Finally there's Illumishare, a pair of overhead projectors / cameras that share a desktop space with a colleague when you need to look at the same thing. After the break you can see all three concepts in action and you can learn a little more about each at our source links.

[Thanks, Lokitoth]

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Microsoft TechForum unveils three research projects (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 28 Feb 2012 10:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>HoloDeckHoloflectorHologramsHolographyIllumishareKinectKinect DevKinect HackKinect Skeletal TrackingKinectDevKinectHackKinectSkeletalTrackingMagic MirrorMagicMirrorMicrosoftMicrosoft ResearchMicrosoft TechForumMicrosoftResearchMicrosoftTechforumMotion TrackingMotionTrackingProjectorResearchScienceTechForumTelecommunicationsvideoTue, 28 Feb 2012 10:14:00 EST<![CDATA[Samsung unveils new Galaxy Beam smartphone / projector combo with dual core CPU]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/25/samsung-unveils-new-galaxy-beam-smartphone-projector-combo-wit/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/25/samsung-unveils-new-galaxy-beam-smartphone-projector-combo-wit/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/25/samsung-unveils-new-galaxy-beam-smartphone-projector-combo-wit/#comments Samsung has finally started to reveal its new products at MWC 2012, starting with this refresh of the Galaxy Beam packing Android 2.3 and a 1GHz dual-core CPU. Just like its predecessor it brings an integrated projector capable of 15 lumens of brightness, enough to shoot a high definition image that's up to 50 inches wide. There's a dedicated app that activates the projection, letting users pump out video and pictures, as well as interact with games when the 4-inch WVGA screen just isn't big enough. It has a 2000 mAh battery to keep the party going -- handy when you're stuck somewhere inconvenient with a few dozen of your coworkers -- 8GB of built-in storage and a claimed 6GB of RAM (we're double checking that, consider it a likely typo until you hear otherwise). There's more details and specs in the press release after the break, but no word on release date or market availability of this HSPA phone just yet.

Update: We've just confirmed that the Beam isn't loaded with a whopping 6GB of RAM as we initially reported. As it turns out, the device is actually packing 768MB of RAM (which is 6 gigabits, by the way). You can check out our hands-on with the device here for more details.

Gallery: Samsung Galaxy Beam

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Samsung unveils new Galaxy Beam smartphone / projector combo with dual core CPU originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 25 Feb 2012 21:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1 ghz1591Ghz4-inchandroidandroid 2.3Android2.3breaking newsgalaxygalaxy beamGalaxyBeamhdpostcrosshigh definitionHighDefinitionlcdmobile world congressmobile world congress 2012mobilepostcrossMobileWorldCongressMobileWorldCongress2012mwcmwc 2012Mwc2012projectorsamsungsamsung galaxy beamSamsungGalaxyBeamtftwvgaSat, 25 Feb 2012 21:52:00 EST<![CDATA[If God is a DJ, these are his decks (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/24/dj-decks-with-projection-mapping/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/24/dj-decks-with-projection-mapping/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/24/dj-decks-with-projection-mapping/#comments Not getting the kind of attention you feel a DJ deserves? Then maybe it's because your decks are Plain Janes of spinning black nothingness when they could be so much more. You need projectors up there on the ceiling, creating light shows mapped to the rotation and beat of your records and simultaneously overlaying your software -- so you won't have to keep staring subserviently at a laptop. The next step? Using Wii controllers and motion capture for even stranger effects, plus whatever else your imagination conjures after seeing the video below. Soon this technology will be everywhere, from hospital radio DJs right down to that little pretender who does discos on the pier, so get in there quick to beat the curve.

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If God is a DJ, these are his decks (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 24 Feb 2012 05:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>decksDJDJ decksDJ-ingDjDecksDJingmusicprojection displayprojection mappingProjectionDisplayProjectionMappingprojectorseratovideoFri, 24 Feb 2012 05:32:00 EST<![CDATA[Epson joins fitness market with world's lightest GPS watch]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/21/epson-joins-fitness-market-with-worlds-lightest-gps-watch/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/21/epson-joins-fitness-market-with-worlds-lightest-gps-watch/http://www.engadget.com/2012/02/21/epson-joins-fitness-market-with-worlds-lightest-gps-watch/#comments In the world of electronics, the size of a device directly relates to its ability to pull ahead of the competition -- especially when it comes to fitness-tracking gadgets. The latest and greatest in this field has emerged from the most unexpected of places, with Epson, a company known for its printers and projectors, releasing the world's lightest GPS watch. This timepiece, specifically designed for runners, reportedly offers more accurate readings and better battery life (up to 12 hours on one charge) than competing products from Garmin, with acute data on distance, speed and pace, all due to its newly-designed 13mm-thick module. If sweat is an issue, the water-resistant casing offers protection against a full submersion of up to 50 meters -- you can wipe your brow with a sigh of relief. Pricing and availability on the company's latest concept is still unknown, but you can let your eyes do the jogging as you peruse the press release just past the break.

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Epson joins fitness market with world's lightest GPS watch originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 21 Feb 2012 23:20:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Continue reading Doodle Defense game uses Kinect to turn white boards into displays, dry-erase markers into weapons

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We know you've got questions, and if you're brave enough to ask the world for answers, here's the outlet to do so. This week's Ask Engadget inquiry is from Ellio, who fancies switching up his home entertainment kit with a HD LED projector. If you're looking to send in an inquiry of your own, drop us a line at ask [at] engadget [dawt] com.
"I'm looking to buy a small HD LED projector to use at home for movies and games etc. I'd prefer it to be small to avoid having another large black box cluttering up the place and LED because of the decent lifetime compared to traditional projectors. I'd be happy with a 720p resolution device, but a lot of pico projectors are under 30 lumens, is this level sufficient for a decent size-display in a dim room? Thanks a bunch!"
So, what's it gonna be dear friends? If you don't know the drill: it's a jump to your left, a step to your right, put your hands on your hips and leave a comment below.

Ask Engadget: Best HD LED Pico Projector for a small room? originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 28 Jan 2012 21:50:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>AEAskAsk EngadgetAskEngadgetEngadgethdpostcrossProjectorProjectorsSat, 28 Jan 2012 21:50:00 EST<![CDATA[Ice Cream Sandwich gets ready for its closeup, would like to thank Kinect for big screen break (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/24/ice-cream-sandwich-gets-ready-for-its-closeup-would-like-to-tha/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/24/ice-cream-sandwich-gets-ready-for-its-closeup-would-like-to-tha/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/24/ice-cream-sandwich-gets-ready-for-its-closeup-would-like-to-tha/#comments Ice Cream Sandwich gets ready for its closeup, thanks Kinect for big screen break (video)Using Microsoft hardware to augment Android? Surely, you can't be serious? Well, confounding as this may be, it is indeed true... and don't call us Shirley. All fanboy-ism and Airplane! references aside, this Kinect hack (yes, another one) manages to move Ice Cream Sandwich out of its 4.65-inch confines and onto the big screen wall. The inventive and involved mod, borne from hacker Recursive Penguin's desire to demo in-development apps at business meetings, allows for gestures made on a projected interface to be deciphered by MS' famous add-on, resulting in real-time responses. While this particular pico-friendly bit looks simple (not to mention fun to use), it's actually a bit daunting: AOSP ROMs, TUIO protocol and multi-touch software, anyone? While there are, undoubtedly, some of you that could pull off such techie gee whizzery, we'll just sit and wait for Google to implement this in version 5.0. Check out the brief video after the break.

Continue reading Ice Cream Sandwich gets ready for its closeup, would like to thank Kinect for big screen break (video)

Ice Cream Sandwich gets ready for its closeup, would like to thank Kinect for big screen break (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:18:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Facetious headlines aside, Epson's produced iProjection: an app that lets you display those awkward holiday snaps on any wirelessly connected (Epson branded) projectors from your iOS device. All you need is to make sure your iPod/Pad/Phone is on the same network as the projector, launch the app and make sure the first thing on show isn't that candid shot of you on a beach. You'll be able to pull PDF, JPEG and PNG image files from your handheld, Dropbox and Gmail from the cloud and via Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Keynote files from the desktop. It's available today for free from the App store (you can assume the projectors will require actual cash) and after the break you'll find a press release cooling on the window.

Continue reading Epson's iProjection wireless projection app: wireless projection using an app

Epson's iProjection wireless projection app: wireless projection using an app originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Oregon Scientific's Portable WiFi Projector comes with a hinge, flirts with your ceiling

Continue reading Oregon Scientific's Portable WiFi Projector comes with a hinge, flirts with your ceiling

Oregon Scientific's Portable WiFi Projector comes with a hinge, flirts with your ceiling originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 16 Jan 2012 22:14:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>80 lumens80Lumensceiling projectorCeilingProjectorcesces 2012Ces2012DLPfeaturedfeatureshands-onhinged projectorHingedProjectororegon scientificOregonScientificpico projectorPicoProjectorpocket projectorPocketProjectorprojectorvibration speakerVibrationSpeakerwifi projectorWifiProjectorwireless projectorWirelessProjectorMon, 16 Jan 2012 22:14:00 EST<![CDATA[WOWee and MicroVision offer 200-inch viewing and 'booming sound' on your mobile]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/13/wowee-and-microvision-offer-200-inch-viewing-and-booming-sound/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/13/wowee-and-microvision-offer-200-inch-viewing-and-booming-sound/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/13/wowee-and-microvision-offer-200-inch-viewing-and-booming-sound/#comments Despite all the product rivalry at CES, a little romance was inevitable -- and not just in the Engadget trailer. WOWee, purveyor of the ONE portable speaker, has paired up with MicroVision and its dashing PicoP laser projector technology (shown above) to create a "marriage of sight and sound." It looks like the two companies will start out by simply bundling their respective wares, which will be available together in 120 countries from this quarter, rather than rushing to announce a hybrid device straight away. A wise decision, no doubt.

WOWee and MicroVision offer 200-inch viewing and 'booming sound' on your mobile originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:04:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Microvision unveiled a slew of new tools for pico projector enthusiasts today, with its new PicoMagic platform. Fueled by the company's PicoP Gen 2 HD laser display engine, PicoMagic offers a host of new applications to pico presenters, including two on display at this year's CES -- touch interactive and 3D mobile displays. The former, rather obviously, allows users to manipulate images and icons with their sure-handed fingers on any surface, while the latter, known as PicoP 3D, takes this capability to the third dimension. These PicoMagic apps will be available to Gen 2 HD laser display engine owners by late 2012, but you can find more information right now, in the press release that awaits you after the break.

Continue reading Microvision's PicoMagic apps bring touch interactive, 3D mobile displays to your pico projector

Microvision's PicoMagic apps bring touch interactive, 3D mobile displays to your pico projector originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 10 Jan 2012 04:21:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3dappapplicationscesces 2012Ces2012microvisionmobilepostcrosspico projectorpicomagicpicoppicop gen 2 hd laser display enginePicopGen2HdLaserDisplayEnginePicoProjectorplatformprojectortouchscreenTue, 10 Jan 2012 04:21:00 EST<![CDATA[3M MP410 and MP220 Mobile Projectors hands-on]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/3m-mp410-and-mp220-mobile-projectors-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/3m-mp410-and-mp220-mobile-projectors-hands-on/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/3m-mp410-and-mp220-mobile-projectors-hands-on/#comments 3M has just unveiled a pair of new mobile projectors here at CES: the Mobile Projector MP410 and MP220. Both devices are notably small and compact: the MP410 measures just four inches in width and length, and stands just one inch tall, while the MP220 weighs in at less than one pound. The MP410 also features 1GB of memory, a microSD slot and USB port, and is capable of projecting 80-inch moving and still images at WXGA resolution, with a brightness of 300 lumens. The MP220, meanwhile, can beam up to 65-inch images onto any flat surface and comes packed with 2GB of memory, along with a brightness of up to 50 lumens. Both are slated to arrive in April, with the MP410 priced at $600 and the MP220 coming in at $480. We stopped by 3M's booth at Pepcom this evening to get a closer look at the devices, so check out our gallery below, or head past the break for the full PR.

Gallery: 3M Mobile Projectors MP410 and MP200 hands-on

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3M MP410 and MP220 Mobile Projectors hands-on originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 23:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: Sharp XV-Z30000 HD DLP Projector

Sharp's new XV-Z30000 HD DLP projector puts 3D video on the wall of your choosing originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3dcesces 2012Ces2012dlphdpostcrosshome theaterHomeTheaterprojectorsharpxv-z30000Mon, 09 Jan 2012 13:00:00 EST<![CDATA[BenQ shipping 1080p 3D W7000 projector in Q1 2012 for $4,000]]>http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/benq-shipping-1080p-3d-w7000-projector-release-date-price/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/benq-shipping-1080p-3d-w7000-projector-release-date-price/http://www.engadget.com/2012/01/09/benq-shipping-1080p-3d-w7000-projector-release-date-price/#comments No one ever said that 3D would come cheaply, and even BenQ seems to be tacking quite the premium onto its fancy W7000. It's being hailed as the company's first 1080p HD home cinema projector, touting 2,000 lumens of brightness, a 50,000:1 contrast ratio, frame interpolation and support for all HDMI 1.4a 3D signal formats. It's also compliant to the native Rec. 709 color gamut, one of the highest HD video standards for professional-grade home projectors. For certification junkies, there's also an ISFccc badge, and the H+V lens shift technology provides up to 125 percent vertical and 40 percent horizontal lens shift adjustment with zero vertical offset. Interested consumers can pick one up later this quarter in North America for $3,999; catch the full press release after the break.

Continue reading BenQ shipping 1080p 3D W7000 projector in Q1 2012 for $4,000

BenQ shipping 1080p 3D W7000 projector in Q1 2012 for $4,000 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 09 Jan 2012 11:10:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Gallery: BryteWerks Model One

Continue reading BryteWerks Model One combines HTPC and 16:10 HD projector for $2,449

BryteWerks Model One combines HTPC and 16:10 HD projector for $2,449 originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 05 Jan 2012 21:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Two more new releases come in the form of its top-end Xeon E5-2620 Hexa Core powered ProMagix HD6000 PC, which it claims is designed to outperform a Mac Pro, with 32GB DDR3-1600 RAM and an NIVIDIA Quadpro 4000 on-board to help it do that, and a sub $3,500 price tag. If the built-in 120GB SSD and 1TB 7200 RPM drive isn't enough, then you might be interested in the VMUltra Drive which is a simple 500GB external drive, with a few USB ports added in for spice.

Last up is the 1280x768, pocket friendly Shine projector. Sporting HDMI and a 1.4:1 throw ratio, ideal for small spaces. Full specs in the PR after the break, but sadly no word on availability.

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Velocity Micro reveals tech bounty for CES: projectors, tabs and more originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 05 Jan 2012 18:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Despite Samsung's best efforts, perhaps you haven't found the perfect balance of pocketable size and capacious screen? Sure, it sounds pretty counterintuitive, but QP Optoelectronics may have exactly what you're looking for with the LightPad, a folio-styled peripheral that combines a keyboard with an 11-inch rear projection screen. The built-in pico projector lights up the screen with a resolution of 854 x 480 in the first generation model, with a future model promising the same display size at a high-definition 1280 x 720 resolution. The built-in projector also flips around to create a 60-inch display, and will play nice with any smartphone that has an available MHL or HDMI port. While that three-part footprint doesn't make it a particularly viable option for airplane viewing, office types may appreciate the two different form factors. We'll be staking a claim to a hands-on when it makes its debut next month at CES 2012. Until then, satisfy yourself with a brief video demo after the break.

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LightPad connects your smartphone to an 11-inch screen, expands up to a 60-inch projection originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 19 Dec 2011 10:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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After making their grand debut at this year's CEDIA Expo, JVC's line of Procision and Reference series projectors have finally begun marching out to market. The manufacturer announced the news this week, confirming that its array of seven new projectors are now available for purchase, with prices ranging from $3,500 to $12,000. All seven devices feature JVC's proprietary e-Shift technology, and are capable of projecting images in 3840 x 2160 resolution -- not exactly 4K, but still four times what you'll get with full HD. The Procision Series, including the DLA-X90R, DLA-X70R and DLA-X30, is geared toward the consumer market, while the Reference Series (DLA-RS65, DLA-RS55, DLA-RS4800 and DLA-RS45) is now available through JVC's Professional Products Company. For more details on pricing and availability, check out the full PR after the break.

Update: So, we got a little mixed up by the poorly worded JVC press release, but it looks like only the DLA-X90R, DLA-X70R, DLA-RS65 and DLA-RS55 actually sport the company's e-Shift tech.

Continue reading JVC's Procision, Reference Series projectors now available, replete with '4K precision'

JVC's Procision, Reference Series projectors now available, replete with '4K precision' originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:52:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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If you're not really into using your Kinect experiment to launch your new startup or give your next presentation, let us offer another entertaining option. Two students at the University of West Bohemia in Pilsen have created an interactive sandbox using Kinect, a projector, a computer and, of course, a box chock full of sand. The Xbox motion / depth detector is installed about two feet above the sand pit to measure each area that is carved out. Using a unique detection program, the topographical information is then transmitted to a data projector that renders an image in the sandpit -- the image being a color based on the height or depth of what has been created. The devs have built out a few different projections. Hills that are constructed by the user are assigned a shade of green based on height, while troughs are given blue hues according to depth. What's that? You built a hill and dug out the center? The projector sees that as a volcano, complete with spewing lava. If you're tired of SimCity and want to actually get your hands dirty, take a peak at the video just past the break.

[Thanks, Mark]

Continue reading SandyStation interactive sandbox uses Kinect to make topography much more interesting (video)

SandyStation interactive sandbox uses Kinect to make topography much more interesting (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Wed, 30 Nov 2011 01:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>Czech RepublicCzechRepublichackinteractive sandboxInteractiveSandboxkinectkinect hackKinectHackmicrosoftmicrosoft kinectMicrosoftKinectMSMSFTprogramprogrammingprojectorsandboxsandystationtopographyvideowindowsxboxWed, 30 Nov 2011 01:05:00 EST<![CDATA[Engadget's holiday gift guide 2011: HDTV and home theater]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/29/engadgets-holiday-gift-guide-2011-hdtv-and-home-theater/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/29/engadgets-holiday-gift-guide-2011-hdtv-and-home-theater/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/29/engadgets-holiday-gift-guide-2011-hdtv-and-home-theater/#commentsWelcome to the Engadget Holiday Gift Guide! We're well aware of the heartbreaking difficulties surrounding the seasonal shopping experience, so we're here to help you sort out this year's tech treasures. Below is today's bevy of curated picks, and you can head back to the Gift Guide hub to see the rest of the product guides as they're added throughout the holiday season.
For a crowd-pleasing holiday gift, it's hard to do better than a TV (or something that plays on or plugs into a TV), so naturally we're here to help you out once again. Of course, this is an ever-changing industry segment, but we've got you covered -- regardless of whether you need a flat panel or a projector. If you're out shopping for someone that has (or wants to) cut the cable, or someone that has every channel, there's something for you. Of course, we'd also recommend keeping a close eye on the tablet and gaming categories too, but companies like Roku, Samsung and Ceton are making sure you have all kinds of options dedicated purely to video. Give them a look after the break.

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Engadget's holiday gift guide 2011: HDTV and home theater originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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You were so happy with that 1080p projection spread across your garage wall. But then you got up to fetch a beer and noticed horrible fingernail-sized pixels all over Johnny Depp's mustache. The illusion promptly shattered and you realized it was time for an upgrade. An £18,000 (£17,612) upgrade, no less, which will render your Blu-rays bearable again by upscaling them to four times the resolution of Full HD and blasting them out at 2,000 lumens. We've seen the VPL-VW1000ES in action with 2D content from a PS3 and its 'Reality Creation' upscaling algorithm really does make a big difference, but if you absolutely insist on having native 4K video then you'll currently need to budget an extra £40,884 for a player. (Well, you insisted.)

Sony 4K home cinema projector coming in January for £18,000 originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 28 Nov 2011 11:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>4K4k projector4k x 2k4kProjector4kX2khdpostcrossprojectorreality creationRealityCreationSonysony ericssonSony VPL-VW1000ESSonyEricssonSonyVpl-vw1000esUltraHDupscalingvpl-vw1000esVW1000ESMon, 28 Nov 2011 11:29:00 EST<![CDATA[Trio of Microsoft projectors lets you get quasi-physical with AR interaction (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/01/trio-of-microsoft-projectors-lets-you-get-quasi-physical-with-ar/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/01/trio-of-microsoft-projectors-lets-you-get-quasi-physical-with-ar/http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/01/trio-of-microsoft-projectors-lets-you-get-quasi-physical-with-ar/#comments You have to hand it to the tireless folks toiling away within Microsoft's Research department. They're hard at the task of making tomorrowland today's province. Perhaps spurred on by the rapturous response to their HoloDesk, the Cambridge gang's previewing yet another virtual reality, and this time it's a handheld trio. The palm-friendly devices, split up into camera, room and SLAM models, incorporate pico projectors, coaxial IR cameras, inertial measurement units (IMUs) and the company's Kinect (for the latter two only) to project augmented visions onto surrounding surfaces. If you've been honing your shadow puppetry game over the years, that oft-used skill's about to get very useful. The environmentally aware (no, not the Go Green! kind) systems allow for shadow- and touch-based interaction with the CG overlays, offering pinch functionality, icon selection and even painting -- don't worry, it's definitely removable. This neat tech hat trick could one day soon spare you a trip to IKEA, letting you test out potential decorative pieces from the comfort of your home. Unfortunately, we can't get handsy with the futuristic projectors just yet, so the video after the break will have to suffice.

[Thanks, Pradeep]

Continue reading Trio of Microsoft projectors lets you get quasi-physical with AR interaction (video)

Trio of Microsoft projectors lets you get quasi-physical with AR interaction (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:08:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>ARaugmented realityaugmented reality advertisingAugmentedRealityAugmentedRealityAdvertisingCambridgefuturegesturegesture controlGestureControlIMUIMUsIR cameraIrCameraKinectMicrosoftmicrosoft kinectMicrosoft ResearchMicrosoftKinectMicrosoftResearchMSpico projectorPicoProjectorprojectorprojectorsresearchvideoTue, 01 Nov 2011 14:08:00 EST<![CDATA[SideBySide makes tiny projectors fun again (video)]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/17/sidebyside-makes-tiny-projectors-fun-again-video/http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/17/sidebyside-makes-tiny-projectors-fun-again-video/http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/17/sidebyside-makes-tiny-projectors-fun-again-video/#comments Kids these days just don't get thrilled by tiny projectors the way they used to. Disney Research is hoping to address the problem with its new SideBySide prototype, a pico projector that interacts with images projected nearby. The device outputs both visible and infrared light, while a built-in sensor detects the latter, allowing it to react to the image. The team showed off a handful of applications for the technology, including a few games, drag and drop file sharing and the ability to change perspectives on a 3D model. Non-interactive video after the jump.

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SideBySide makes tiny projectors fun again (video) originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 17 Oct 2011 13:05:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>disneydisney researchDisneyResearchinfraredpicopico projectorsPicoProjectorsprojectorprojectorsvideoMon, 17 Oct 2011 13:05:00 EST<![CDATA[Seeser laser pico projector is always in focus, powered by Android]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/15/seeser-laser-pico-projector-is-always-in-focus-powered-by-andro/http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/15/seeser-laser-pico-projector-is-always-in-focus-powered-by-andro/http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/15/seeser-laser-pico-projector-is-always-in-focus-powered-by-andro/#comments ESPlus Seeser We've seen our fair share of pico projectors, so takes a bit to actually get us excited about one, but the Seeser from ESPlus is showing a lot of potential. Inside the tiny black box is a laser-based projection system which, unlike traditional lamps, doesn't need to be focused and can output a 25-lumen, 800 x 600 image up to 100-inches in size. There's an SD card slot around the side, which appears to be of the micro variety and it has an integrated 1seg tuner for pulling in broadcasts. All of this is powered by a 1GHz processor running Froyo -- so there's no actual need to hook up an external content source. Sadly it doesn't appear that it boasts access to the Android Market though, without a touchscreen, you wouldn't be able to make good use of the apps anyway. The Seeser should be available in Korea soon, but there's no word yet on how much it'll cost.

Seeser laser pico projector is always in focus, powered by Android originally appeared on Engadget on Sat, 15 Oct 2011 03:36:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>1segandroidandroid 2.2Android2.2esplusesplus seeserEsplusSeeserfroyolaser projectorLaserProjectorpico projectorPicoProjectorprojectorseeserSat, 15 Oct 2011 03:36:00 EST<![CDATA[Flight sim bubble offers 360-degree view, makes earth seem round]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/14/flight-sim-bubble-offers-360-degree-view-makes-earth-seem-round/http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/14/flight-sim-bubble-offers-360-degree-view-makes-earth-seem-round/http://www.engadget.com/2011/10/14/flight-sim-bubble-offers-360-degree-view-makes-earth-seem-round/#comments You've got the yoke, you've got the ridiculously over-priced gaming chair, so now all you need is Barco's 360-degree display dome. It uses 13 separate projectors to create a hi-def simulacrum of paradise inside a 3.4-meter acrylic sphere. The pilot sits in the middle, suddenly remembers why he took up aviation, and then connects with up to seven other bubbles to practice complicated squadron missions. More desperately inviting pics after the break.

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Flight sim bubble offers 360-degree view, makes earth seem round originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 14 Oct 2011 15:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>360-degreeaviationaviatorBarcoflight simflight simulatorflight trainingFlightSimFlightSimulatorFlightTrainingHighDefinitionVideomilitarypilotprojectortop gunTopGuntraining simtraining simulatorTrainingSimTrainingSimulatorvirtual realityVirtualRealityFri, 14 Oct 2011 15:27:00 EST<![CDATA[Hitachi glasses-free 3D technology lets you view weird chicken things from multiple angles]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/30/hitachi-glasses-free-3d-technology-lets-you-view-weird-chicken-t/http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/30/hitachi-glasses-free-3d-technology-lets-you-view-weird-chicken-t/http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/30/hitachi-glasses-free-3d-technology-lets-you-view-weird-chicken-t/#comments We might not have chosen the above weird baby chick to pitch our autostereoscopic technology to the world, but at least it makes for some memorable imagery. The hatchling is a 3D image generated by projectors, overlayed on top of a real world object, which can be viewed by multiple people at multiple angles without the need for 3D glasses. Built-in sensors detect the viewer's positions and adjust the viewing angle accordingly. Of course, this isn't the first time we've seen this sort of technology -- heck, this isn't even the first time we've seen this sort of thing from Hitachi, but the company says it's continually getting better, with a marked depth resolution improvement over a technology shown off this time last year at CEATEC. The company is looking to implement the technology for both digital signage and entertainment purposes, eventually revolutionizing the way the world looks at 3D baby chickens.

Hitachi glasses-free 3D technology lets you view weird chicken things from multiple angles originally appeared on Engadget on Fri, 30 Sep 2011 22:41:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

Permalink | Email this | Comments]]>3dAutoStereoscopicceatecceatec 2011Ceatec2011chickeneggglasses-free 3dGlasses-free3dhitachiprojectorstereoscopicFri, 30 Sep 2011 22:41:00 EST<![CDATA[RED CEO teases 4K 3D laser projector, bound for theaters and (millionaires') homes]]>http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/22/red-ceo-teases-4k-3d-laser-projector-bound-for-theaters-and-mi/http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/22/red-ceo-teases-4k-3d-laser-projector-bound-for-theaters-and-mi/http://www.engadget.com/2011/09/22/red-ceo-teases-4k-3d-laser-projector-bound-for-theaters-and-mi/#commentsWe all love RED -- the company puts out some of the best pro-quality digital video cameras on the market. But, what about the other side of that equation? All of that 4K footage is worthless without something to watch it on. CEO Jim Jannard, notorious for his ability to build hype and mystery, took to the REDUser Forums to tease some details about an upcoming 4K, 3D laser projection system that will be targeted at both homes (presumably well off ones) and theaters. Details about the projector are still scarce, but we do know it won't be using TI's 4K DLP chip, and that it will rely on passive 3D tech rather than active, which Jannard said "landed in the La Brea Tar Pits." The image is apparently so bright and clear that it left Stephen Pizzo, co-founder Element Technica, "speechless." We just have one question: when can we expect our review unit?

RED CEO teases 4K 3D laser projector, bound for theaters and (millionaires') homes originally appeared on Engadget on Thu, 22 Sep 2011 11:12:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Christie offers 4K upgrade kit for 2K projector that you couldn't afford to begin with originally appeared on Engadget on Mon, 19 Sep 2011 14:22:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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