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Portable video projectors are a hot trend these days, with the market dominated by affordable Asian imports. Inexpensive projectors are a topic of debate. Some reviewers say that they’re ground breaking, while others see them as nothing more than disposable toys. Where should consumers draw the line? Well, that all depends on their intended usage. Pico projectors are popular because they are often 90% cheaper …

Chinese-made digital projectors have made a bit of a splash in the industry. Recent developments to the manufacturing process have allowed them to release hardware that is much cheaper, but surprisingly powerful. In most cases, the best sellers tend to be so-called pico-projectors. These portable handheld units are cheaper than a television, and can create an image that’s much larger. For casual users to want …

Pico projectors are all the rage these days. Their compact size and low price make them the most affordable way to enjoy video on the big screen, but there are trade-offs. Many pico-projectors have conservative hardware. They often have Sub-HD resolutions, and produce low levels of brightness. If the room is too bright, the image can appear washed out. If the screen is too big, …

When technology improves, manufacturers have one of two options. They can make something better, improving performance. Or they can make it cheaper, providing the same performance at a lower price. Projection technology has come a long way in the past few years, but we’re noticing a change in the market. Today, projection technology is good enough that most consumers can afford to recreate the true …

The 4K revolution has already taken over the flat panel television market, but now it’s time for projectors to get a little high-res update. There are already a few UHD projectors available, but the first generation suffered from limited features and a high price. We had the opportunity to take Optoma’s new UHD65 projector for a test drive. This top-tier model has many of the …