Sega Fireworks Projector

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Household, Misc. Tech

Sega will have a new projector out this August, with a decided twist. The 190×205×200mm portable device has the ability to show electronic fireworks on your wall or ceiling. With a library of 55 different virtual displays, it is powered by 3 AAA batteries. Not many details were given out besides its ¥15,540 price (~$160.00,) but here’s what we are thinking: If you have ever seen an electronic fireworks greeting card, it gets rather annoying after the first thirty seconds. Ooh, ahh.

Read More | Sega via New Launches

• Tools:
• Permalink
• Comments (0)
• Digg This
• Share on Facebook
• Email this story

Epson X-Desk Interactive Tabletop

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: PC / Laptop, Wireless / WiFi

Of course the Microsoft Surface is a gimme, but the X-Desk may be some competition. It is 52-inches, as opposed to MS’s 30-inch surface, and also reacts to multi-touch input and zoom. Interact with maps and images and play media files. It can also be used with PMPs and cell phones via Bluetooth. The X-Desk, which was developed by Impressx and Engage and runs with Epson 3 LCD projectors, will cost you $20,000, about the same as the Surface.

Read More | T3

• Tools:
• Permalink
• Comments (0)
• Digg This
• Share on Facebook
• Email this story

Open Air Inflatable Movie Screen Goes Well With The Rest Of Your Inflatable Furniture

Posted by Patrick Phelps Categories: Home Entertainment, Movies, Portable Audio / Video

Now I realize you’ve been drooling over those new mini-projectors for a while now, but if you’d rather have an extra-large experience and already own a normal projector, you’re in luck:

Remember that “velvety” inflatable couch you had in college? Well, we’ve found you the perfect TV to go along with it – the Open Air Cinema 16 Foot Inflatable Movie Screen. The 16ft x 9ft, widescreen 16:9 aspect ratio, 20-pound inflatable movie screen is the perfect compliment to any backyard (if you’re lucky enough to have a backyard, ahem). Just don’t go filling it with helium - that’s a very, very bad idea; this potential balloon is available at an introductory price of $999, or purchase their CineBox Home complete backyard theater system which includes projection, sound and all necessary cables for $3,299 - you’ll instantly have the most popular backyard on the block and you can recoup the expense by charging admission and selling refreshments…

Read More | Open Air Cinema

• Tools:
• Permalink
• Comments (1)
• Digg This
• Share on Facebook
• Email this story

Optoma’s pocket-sized Pico projector

Posted by Patrick Phelps Categories: Accessories, USB, Cameras, Cell Phones, Handhelds, Home Entertainment, Movies, Portable Audio / Video

If you’re tired of watching movies on your iPod’s tiny screen you may be excited by this innovation: the Optoma Pico Projector is a pocket-sized projector which runs on batteries and can project images and videos from a variety of sources like iPod, iPhone, digital cameras, cellphones and DVD players with 480x320 resolution and a maximum screen size of 65 inches at 8.5 feet. It uses a non-replaceable 20,000 hour LED lamp and a DLP chip from Texas Instruments. The battery lasts for 90 minutes and can be recharged through USB or with its own power cord. The device weighs four ounces and comes with a built-in speaker which is practically useless – its primary flaw. If you want one, it goes on sale in two weeks and will cost $430, which should clear up some space in your pocket.

Read More | Pico Product Page via New York Times

• Tools:
• Permalink
• Comments (1)
• Digg This
• Share on Facebook
• Email this story

Canon REALiS Professional Projectors WUX10 and SX80

Posted by Sheila Franklin Categories: Corporate News, Misc. Tech

Canon has two new REALiS Professional Projectors. The WUX10 has a WUXGA-resolution (1920 x 1200) and is top of the line. Their REALiS SX80 has a hi-res SXGA+ (1400 x 1050) with PictBride connectivity. Both have LCOS reflective LCD panels for what they say eliminates the “screen door effect” and AISYS (Aspectual Illumination System) Optical Engine for higher brightness level and better contrast. Finally, both have 1.5x powered zoom/focus lenses. Look for an October debut with the WUX10 with a whopping MSRP of $12,999.00. The SX80 will be available this month for $3,999.00.

Read More | Canon

• Tools:
• Permalink
• Comments (0)
• Digg This
• Share on Facebook
• Email this story