Singapore, November 23rd, 2012 – Research shows family gaming is growing in popularity, keeping the kids and adults entertained and providing the opportunity for an inexpensive family fun night in.
There’s gaming, and then, there’s big screen gaming – all the fun of motion sensing and 3D games enhanced in size through the use of a home entertainment projector take gaming to a whole new level.
BenQ, the No.2 Projector brand across all categories worldwide, is a trusted name in home entertainment projection, specializing in a range of quality short throw projectors which are optimal for gaming enthusiasts.
W1080ST: the world’s first Full HD short throw video projector
As the world’s first Full HD short throw video projector, BenQ’s W1080ST creates a 65.7” image when positioned at a distance of just one meter, preventing image obstruction and shadows on the screen which is ideal in any situation, but particularly important when engaging in gaming.
The projector’s zoom lens also provides flexibility as it can be set up virtually anywhere within the home, and its brilliant Full HD 1080p definition makes it perfect for displaying Full-HD content without downscaling or compression for colourand clarity second to none.
Whether watching a Blu-ray movie, playing a video game or viewing anything which broadcasts in HD, the visual display from the W1080ST is of the highest picture quality available. Equipped with ISF Certified Calibration Controls with Day & Night modes, W1080ST also supports different 3D formats with built-in 10W speakers and 2 HDMI connectors.
Add to this BenQ’s unique SmartEco energy saving technology, which not only prolongs lamp life but offers a saving of up to 70% in power consumption, 2,000 lumen brightness, and a 10,000:1 contrast ratio, W1080ST projector can project an image size of up to 300”.
W1070 is equipped with similar features as W1080ST, and project 40” image in one meter projection distance. It can project an image size from 40” up to 235”.
GP10: 1.5kg light and compact LED projector
BenQ’s GP10 is an ultra-light, portable, short throw LED projector which brings instant big screen audiovisual entertainment to the home without the hassle of professional installation. The tiny 1.5kg GP10 offers plug ‘n’ play ease - set-up takes minutes and it’s packed with handy features and capabilities idea for big screen gaming and movie viewing.
GP10 is highly versatile offering 720p HD-ready short-throw projection, 3D-ready support, 550 ANSI lumen brightness, optional detachable DVD player, HDMI multimedia connectivity, multiple format support, Wireless Display, SD card slot, USB reader and two built-in 3W stereo speakers with SRS.
Availability and MSRP(USD):
W1070 available now $1,099
W1080ST Q1, 2013 $1,299
GP10 available now $799