Philips has added two new portable projectors to its gadgets, specifically the GoPix 1 and the PicoPix maxTV. The first introduces something that many have not seen (a smartphone projector), while the second is something many have seen (all-in-one self-contained projector) with better and improved features.
The GoPix 1 features a DLP Cinema chip from Texas Instruments and is highly compact (78 x 120 x 18mm) and light (245 g). It can therefore project a picture up to 75 inches in size with a resolution of 854 × 480 pixels. What about the level of brightness? Philips claims that its projector is “the thinnest and brightest tiny projector on the market” but does not include any other information in its press release.
“Regardless of the operating system,” this tiny projector is said to be compatible with smartphones, tablets, and laptops. A mini-HDMI connector and two USB-C connections (one for charging, the other for video) are included in the connectivity package. There’s also a 3W speaker on board, and the 3,600 mAh battery can last up to two hours in eco mode. The GoPix 1 will be available on November 20 for 299.99 euros and will include a remote control, a tripod, a USB-C connector, and a mini-HDMI to HDMI adapter.
With dimensions of 158 x 150 x 119 mm and a weight of 1.96 kg, the PicoPix maxTV, the second product revealed by the Dutch firm, is also readily transportable. This freestanding projector incorporates Android TV to access video streaming services, the Google Assistant, and the Google Cast feature and has four-hour battery life. Wi-Fi 5 provides connectivity, and Bluetooth 5.0 allows you to connect a remote control, a gamepad, or speakers. It also offers a digital and analog audio output and HDMI, USB 2.0, and USB-C ports.
With HDR10 support, the device can display a picture up to 120 inches if the resolution does not exceed 1080p. A four-channel LED source controlled by a TI DLP Cinema chip provides excellent brightness. A light sensor enables automated brightness adjustment and AI-driven focusing, and automatic trapezoidal distortion correction. On the sound front, the PicoPix maxTV has a 2.1 system with two 12 W speakers and a dedicated DSP. It may also be used as a Bluetooth speaker, which will provide up to 10 hours of music listening time. On November 5th, the PicoPix maxTV will be seen officially for 899.99 euros
