BenQ has released a new DLP projector ‘MP780 ST+’ into the market. Aimed at educational market, this ultra short-throw projector provides 1280 x 800 native resolution, 2500 ANSI lumens brightness, 3000:1 contrast ratio and up to 4,000 hours of lamp life (Eco Mode). Not to mention, it also comes with two built-in 10W stereo speakers and a number of connectivity ports including two D-Sub, HDMI, Composite, S-Video, Stereo Mini Jack, two RCA, microphone jack and two USB Type A. The MP780 ST+ is available now for $2,099 and comes bundled with BenQ’s light pens to allow users to control the image from the screen instead of from their laptops. [AboutProjectors]
BenQ is back with its latest short-throw projectors namely the LX 60ST and LW61ST. Designed for the education marketplace, both projectors adopt the company’s mercury-free blue BlueCore light engine to deliver superb energy efficiency. The BenQ LX 60ST and LW61ST also provide a 2000 ANSI lumen brightness, a XGA/WXGA resolution, two built-in 10 Watts speakers, a microphone input, a 360-degree tilted projection and a 0.6/0.49 short-throw projection. No word on pricing at this time. [Zol]
BenQ has unveiled the W7000 3D home cinema projector. It is known as the first projector in the world to be accredited with the TUV Rheinland 3D Full HD certification. The projector uses DLP Link to provide crosstalk free 1080p Full HD 3D images to both eyes with a high contrast ratio of 50000:1 and a maximum brightness of 2000 ANSI lumens. What’s more, this 3D home theater projector also provides several connectivity options including a pair of HDMI 1.4a port, a D-Sub connector, component video, S-Video and an integrated RS232 port. The BenQ W7000 supports both NTSC and PAL encoding systems and has a lamp life of up to 2500 hours. No word on pricing so far. [LegitReviews]
BenQ is preparing to unleash their latest gaming monitor ‘XL2420T’ in Japan. Featuring a 120Hz panel, this new 24-inch LED-backlight monitor delivers 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution, 1000:1 contrast ratio, 350 cd/m2 brightness, 5ms response time and supports for NVIDIA’s 3D Vision 2 technology. In terms of connectivity ports, it has dual link DVI-D, two HDMI 1.4, mini D-Sub and DisplayPort. The XL2420T will go on sale in Japan from mid-December for around 44,800 Yen (about $576). [BenQ]
BenQ is back with its new portable projector namely the Joybee GP2. Weighing at only 565 grams, the projector is able to project a 160-inch cinematic display with a 100 ANSI lumen brightness. The BenQ Joybee GP2 also features an all-in-one iPhone/iPod-compatible dock, two 2W stereo speakers, a USB port, a mini HDMI input and a 2GB of onboard memory storage. Its rechargeable battery offers up to 3-hour of operation time. The BenQ Joybee GP2 is currently available for an MSRP of $549. [Press Release]
BenQ has collaborated with Zowie Gear and Counter-Strike legends to introduce a couple of new gaming monitors namely the XL2420T and XL2420TX. These high-performance gaming monitors feature the Black eQualizer technology that enables gamers to increase the brightness level of the image display without over-exposing white levels. Other important specs include S Switch, FPS Mode, Display Mode, Smart Scaling, a 2ms refresh rate, and a 12 million:1 dynamic contrast ratio. [BenQ]
BenQ is set to drop a new business-oriented LCD monitor ‘BL2201PTE’ for the mass market. Featuring a TN panel, this new 22-inch LED-backlight monitor delivers 1680 x 1050 native resolution, 12,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 250 cd/m2 brightness and 5ms response time. In addition, it also has two built-in 1W stereo speakers and features D-Sub, DVI-D and DisplayPort connectors. The BL2201PTE is scheduled to hit the market next month for 209 Euro (about $290). [BenQ]
The GL2750HM is BenQ’s latest Full HD monitor for the Japanese market. This new 27-inch LED-backlight monitor provides 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution, 1000:1 contrast ratio, 300 cd/m2 brightness, 5ms response time and 170/160 degree viewing angles. In addition, it also has two built-in 2W stereo speakers and features a mini D-Sub, DVI-D and HDMI connectors. The GL2750HM will become available from October 7th for around 31,800 Yen (about $414). [BenQ]
BenQ has decided to bring their newest Full HD monitor ‘EW2730V’ to Europe later this month. First introduced back in December, this new 27-inch LED-backlight monitor makes use of an VA (Vertical Alignment) panel and provides 1920 x 1080 Full HD resolution, 3000:1 contrast ratio, 300 cd/m2 brightness and 8ms response time. No to mention, it also comes with two built-in 3W stereo speakers, a four-port USB hub and features D-Sub, DVI as well as two HDMI connectors. The EW2730V will be priced at 399 Euro (about $548). [BenQ]
BenQ has released a new Android tablet in Taiwan called the R70. The device comes with a 7.0-inch 800 x 600 LED-backlit multi-touch display, a 1GHz Cortex-A8 processor, a 2GB RAM, a microSD card slot, WiFi, Bluetooth 2.1, built-in stereo speakers, a mini USB 2.0 port, an HDMI port, a 3.5mm headset jack, a 4,400mAh battery and runs on Android 2.2 Froyo OS. The R70 sells for about $308. [BenQ]
