Acer C120 Ultraportable LED Palm-sized USB-Powered Pico Projector Review

Acer intros USB-powered Pico Projector that fits in the palm of your hand, which equipped with a USB 3.0 port, Acer’s C120 projector can be powered directly by a connected PC and users can enjoy a 100-lumen image when using an AC power cord or an approved Acer notebook PC adapter. The device projects images at a native resolution of 854×480 and a maximum resolution of 1280×800, so it’s not the best choice for those looking for a HD projector and the LED lamp is rated for 20,000 hours and can fire up right away to avoid that awkward pause while you wait for the projector to ramp up, the C120 sells for $259.



Acer America debuts the new Acer C120 ultraportable pico projector that can be powered by a PC via USB connection. It's ideal for business people, instructors and anyone who needs an incredibly portable projector to display clear, crisp images. The ultra-lightweight Acer C120 pico projector is the perfect solution for road warriors who need to be able to present at a moment's notice. The projector features an LED lamp, so it turns on instantly and is quickly ready to show vibrant images. Presentations can be enjoyed natively in the 16:9 aspect ratio at WVGA resolution (854x480) or at the maximum resolution WXGA (1280x800) in a 16:10 aspect ratio. Plus, USB 3.0 connectivity increases data transfer speeds up to 10 times faster than traditional USB 2.0 for enhanced image brightness and quality. Customers have the additional flexibility of powering the Acer C120 projector directly from their notebook's USB port, so they can leave their power cord at home. This convenient USB 3.0 option allows for faster display of the images at a bright 75 ANSI lumens. Alternatively, when higher brightness matters most, customers can power the projector with the included AC adapter or any Acer notebook PC adapter to enjoy presentations in an even brighter 100 ANSI lumens rating. The new projector is also plug-and-play compatible with notebook PCs, so no drivers need to be installed. "We've designed the Acer C120 projector to be a powerful tool for businesspeople, consultants, real estate agents and anyone who needs an ultra-portable projector that will make their presentations even more effective," said Chris White, senior director of product marketing, Acer America. "It's very convenient to use and provides a range of usage scenarios, making it the ideal companion for anyone that gives presentations on the go."



The Acer C120 has a high 1000:1 contrast ratio that results in crisp presentations and photos. The projector also ensures image quality and accuracy with improved color saturation (60 to 120 percent NTSC) and Acer ColorSafe technology. Color integrity is protected even after prolonged use of the projector. Travel-Ready at Under a Half-Pound, Excellent Value The C120 projector is ready to go nearly anywhere. It fits in the palm of a hand and weighs only 6.34 ounces. It is incredibly compact, so it can fit in a purse or briefcase; it measures 4.72-inches (W) by 3.23-inches (D) by 1.0-inch (H). In addition, long battery life will ensure the Acer C120 will keep projecting bright images through the very last slide. The Acer C120 LED projector is an excellent investment thanks to its many features and extended lifespan, which translate into significant cost savings for customers. Maintenance is reduced for the product since there is no lamp to replace. Plus, the long 20,000-hour LED life ensures long-term dependable projector use. The Acer C120 has a wide projection throw range, it can project clearly from as close as 15.75 inches and as far as 12.14 feet away. The Acer C120 projector is available now for customers in the United States for a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $259. The new Acer C120 projector is backed with a one year warranty.

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Acer Iconia Tab Line With Android Ice Cream Sandwich (Android 4.0) Review

Acer has begun pushing out Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich to Iconia Tab A200 owners in the US, the company has confirmed with the OTA upgrade expected to be completed by the end of next week and the 7-inch Acer Iconia Tab A100 and 10-inch Iconia Tab A500 are both on track to be updated to ICS in April. The A100 was the first 7-inch Android tablet to ship with Honeycomb, the first version of Android optimized for tablets and the Acer line of tablets is not the most powerful, but are budget-friendly devices with plenty of features for the money. It is good to see Acer move quickly to get ICS on its tablet line, something other OEMs are being slow to do and the update includes refreshed widget design and improved multitasking, but leaves the manufacturer's own Android addition.



Acer America is now updating its award-winning Acer Iconia Tab line of tablets with the latest version +of Android 4.0 OS (Ice Cream Sandwich). The update is being pushed to Acer Iconia Tab A200 customers over-the-air now in the United States and will be completed over the following week. The Acer Iconia Tab A100 7-inch tablet and Acer Iconia Tab A500 10-inch tablet will both be updated in April. With Android 4.0, the Acer Iconia Tab line will provide new features to give customers more usability and enjoyment from their tablets. Customers will notice the improvements right away – including the faster browser, enhanced app and folder management options, more intuitive navigation, and a completely reimaged design that is more polished with enhanced holographic effects. Plus, customers can more easily customize their Acer tablet and will enjoy improved multitasking and switching between tasks. They will also appreciate improved integration with Gmail's email and calendar functions. "The many enhancements in Android 4.0 OS complement the sleek, powerful and well-designed Acer Iconia Tab tablets to give customers an all-around first-rate experience," said Paul Tayar, Director Product Marketing – Connected Devices, Acer America. "Customers will experience greater entertainment and productivity with the new capabilities and features on their tablets." The new update of Android 4.0 also includes several new features that are unique to Acer tablets. The updated tablets will now feature the highly-customizable Acer Ring, making it incredibly natural and easy to get instant access to favorite apps and features. The Acer Ring can be launched with a single touch and lets customers have quick and easy access to apps, surf the web, capture screen images, post photos and status updates to their social networks, and more. Customers will also enjoy an improved weather widget and will be able to access their favorite apps even when the screen is locked. Acer Iconia Tab customers will be able to do more with their photos and video thanks to the Android 4.0 update, including improved zoom and the ability to take snapshots while recording video. Customers will also be able to capture better still images and do more with them due to greater image stabilization and improved integration with third party apps. Both video clips and photos can be enhanced on the fly, stored and searched for based on various tags, and conveniently stored on Google+.

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Acer 27-inch HR274H 1080p 3D LED-Backlit LCD Display Review

The Acer HR274H is a 27-inch 1080p 3D display with a trick up its sleeve and promises to do 2D-to-3D conversion on the fly. This monitor will take a fair amount of viewings at home before you make any returns on your initial investment and stereoscopic 3D is now coming to your homes in a different manner, which is that of a computer monitor. A solitary HDMI cable will be the channel where video is carried from a console, Blu-ray player, or set-top box to the monitor itself and you will need to wear a pair of polarized, passive glasses in order to check out the 3D action, which is more affordable compared to the standard issue battery-powered active glasses. The monitor's specs are otherwise decidedly ordinary for the rather high $599 price tag and you'll just get a TN panel with a standard 1920 x 1080 resolution.

Acer America Corp., the number one provider of 3D displays worldwide introduced the Acer HR274H, a 27-inch 3D monitor featuring new advances in 3D technology. Featuring Acer's innovative chip-based solution, the new monitor can convert any 2D content to 3D, allowing anyone to watch their favorite movies, videos, photos and games in 3D. With crystal clear 1920 x 1080 resolution, it is the ideal monitor for advanced 1080p full HD gaming on a PC, Blu-ray Disc console gaming, widescreen movie playback and multimedia and productivity applications. "The Acer HR274H delivers the highest level of realism available for fans of 3D games, TV programming, movies and photos," said Chris White, senior director of product marketing, Acer America. "Every detail is so clear, bright and rich in color, immersing yourself in your favorite game or movie has never been so utterly exhilarating." Through a single HDMI cable connection, the HR274H monitor easily connects to any 3D-enabled PC, Blu-ray player, game console, cable set top box or camera. 3D enthusiasts can then enjoy a broad selection of high-quality 3D content, including more than 550 full-HD 1080p 3D games, more than 100 Blu-ray 3D movies and thousands of 3D videos and photos from YouTube and 3DVisionLive.com. 3D for Everyone Acer's innovate chip based solution easily converts any 2D content to 3D in real time. There is no extra software required; the feature only needs to be enabled via the on-screen-display. This allows regular movies and traditional photos and videos to be enjoyed in a completely new way. In addition, it works with any graphics card, so popular PC games can now be viewed in eye-popping 3D.

Acer includes a set of polarized glasses that deliver vibrant 3D imagery without straining the eyes. In addition, the glasses do not require batteries and are made of composite materials for a lightweight comfortable fit, which makes viewing 3D content more convenient and comfortable than ever before. Film-patterned retarder (FPR) technology in the Acer display and glasses enable a flicker-free 3D viewing experience. This reduces eye strain, fatigue, and headaches by separating left/right images so only one image reaches the left or right lens at a time. It also eliminates ghosting, since the display and glasses don't need to synchronize. Slightly larger than first generation 3D glasses, they provide a wider viewing area and increased external light blocking. High quality moving images and a crystal clear viewing experience is provided through 2ms response times and an impressive 100 million:1 contrast ratio. Eco-Friendly The Acer HR274H monitor uses LED backlight technology, minimizing environmental impact while offering superior performance and durability. White LEDs do not contain the toxic substance mercury, making them safer for the environment. They also consume less power and are more durable than CCFL lamps, resulting in big savings. It is also RoHS compliant, ENERGY STAR certified and is packaged in recyclable materials. Pricing and Availability The 27-inch Acer HR274H 3D LCD is available for U.S. customers at leading retailers with an MSRP of $599.

Specs:

Panel Size: 27″ (69 cm) Wide Screen 16:9, TN, LED backlight

Native Resolution: 1920×1080 pixels

Pixel Pitch: 0.3114 mm

Brightness(Max): 250 cd/m2

Contrast Ratio (Max.): 100,000,000:1 (dynamic)

Viewing Angles: 170° H / 160° V

Response Time: 2 ms (Gray to Gray)

Video Inputs: 2x HDMI 1.4a, VGA

Power Consumption: 27.50 W On, 1.4W Sleep, 0.6W Off/Standby

Integrated Audio: 2x 2W stereo speakers

Monitor stand: tilt +30°~-30°

Dimension (WxHxD): 25.5″ x 18.5″ x 7.6″ (648.1 x 468.5 x 192 mm)

Weight: 13.2 lbs (6 kg)

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