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Available in Silver or Black, the new Nikon COOLPIX S1000pj digital compact camera is mentioned as the world’s first compact camera to feature a built-in projector. Ok forget about the camera’s functionality, and let’s see what the projector can do for you. The projector can project still images or movies clips on any flat surface at up to 40 inches in size which the distance from the surface ranging between 26cm and 2m. The projection is in VGA resolution with brightness up to 10 lumens (it’s one third of P2 projector). And follow the link below to see the camera’s full specs.

This is the 2nd gen Pico projector from AAXA Technologies with a little improvement, I still wait the revolutionary improvement of this interesting device before deciding to join the club. Coming with 33 lumens output with 800×600 resolution, the AAXA’s P2 projector available for pre-order for $349. Other features: 1GB onboard memory + microSD reader; MP4, MP3, AVI, JPG, WMV decoder; Projects up to a 80″ image (In low-light conditions); VGA, RGB, iPod, PSP, PDA, DVD input.

Designed for use with netbooks, the Aiptek T20 pico projector able to project images up 42-inches at a VGA resolution. The T20 doesn’t come with internal battery, it uses USB as power resource. showcased at this year’s Computex, the T20 stand side by side with its little brother “T30″ which designed for use with iPod or iPhone. Utilizing RGB LED backlighting, the T30 comes with AV-in recording and is capable of projecting images up to 50-inch in size..

Measuring at only 12.7 x 12.2 cm, the new Acer K10 pico-projector was announced during CeBIT 2009 in Hannover recently. This small projector is based on Texas Instruments DLP technology with a LED lamp and able to project images or videos in widescreen or 4:3 aspect ratio up to 60-inches diagonal from 2.4m. The LED has 20,000 hours of lifespan and 1,000:1 of contrast ratio. Priced at $443 the K10 supports S-Video mini DIN and D-Sub/VGA connection. To minimize the use of wire, this projector can utilize the Acer laptop battery to get the power. And last but not least, it’s also equipped with a tripod mounting screw on the bottom.

It’s the third time I post about Pico Projector. But don’t worry, it’s different now. What I want to mention right now is the Optoma Pico which expected to hit UK’ store in November with £250 of price-tag. Measuring only 5cm x 10.3cm x 1.5cm, this device able to project picture up to 1.5m from 2.6 away. Some specs: 1000:1 contrast ratio, LED, and rechargeable battery up to 1.5 hours of life.

The Pico portable hand-held projector is available in three different colors including white, red, and black. It measures only 11.5 x 5 x 2.2 cm so you can put it safely on your pocket. Designed with professional business presentation in mind, the Pico does support Laptop, PC, DVD player, and iPod. Constructed with plastic and metal, this projector weighs only 160g.