What starts off in consumer devices ends up in pro kit these days. Apple is living proof of that and now the company has filed a patent for a "shock-proof mounting cover glass” to protect its device displays.

If you’ve ever shattered a display or tablet by dropping it to the floor, you can appreciate Apple’s idea for a tunable shock mount layered between the device's glass display and other hardware.

This patent indicates plans for a sensor that tell a "drop event" from normal movements and for an actuator to initiate the shock mount before impact.

If Apple develops the technology for millions of devices, it may be affordable enough to include in displays for rental and public displays where needed.

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ViewSonic announces its PJD6 Series DLP projector line (PJD6223, PJD6253 and PJD6553w) which is Crestron- and AMX-enabled-- and specifically designed for classroom and corporate environments.

ViewSonic’s PJD6 Series projectors come equipped with Crestron RoomView advanced network management software that enables centralized control for up to 250 projectors. With Crestron RoomView, users have an advanced, real-time alert system that sends status updates regarding power, lamp life and unit presence to simplify maintenance efforts.

With ViewSonic’s Smart ECO technology, PJD6 Series users present their content with the appropriate lighting, dimming the image as needed, while enjoying an automatic energy savings of up to 70%.

PJD6 Series’ ECO mode delivers a longer lamp life of up to 6000 hours for greater energy and cost savings, along with noise reduction. When it comes to lamp maintenance, the PJD6 Series’ top slide door design makes the task easier than ever.

The 120Hz/3D-ready PJD6 Series is packed with useful features, such as versatile connectivity options, including HDMI and multiple PC and video inputs, a Dynamic Movie mode for image contrast, Digital Keystone Correction and a 10-watt integrated speaker.

Teamed with 3500 lumens (2700 lumens on the PJD6223) and BrilliantColor™ technology, these projectors maintain a low total cost of ownership.

“Customized for teachers, professional trainers and consultants, the new PJD6 DLP projector Series offers many exclusive and valuable functions. This includes real-time monitoring and remote management for up to 250 networked projectors, along with versatile connectivity options,” says Trevor Holt, ViewSonic’s European Product Manager for Projectors. “… We are also very pleased to be a partner of AMX InConcert Program. It demonstrates ViewSonic’s commitment to the education and enterprise markets as going forward, all our new projectors will be certified with AMX.”

The PJD6223 and PJD6253 are both advanced, networkable XGA 1024x768 projectors,suitable for any lighting environment. For a widescreen format projector, the PJD6553w has a WXGA 1280x800 native resolution, and is ideal for 720p HD viewing in the classroom, living room or boardroom. LAN connectivity also enables remote network management for easy device management.

The ViewSonic PJD6223, PJD6253 and PJD6553w are available with a 3-year European warranty.

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It’s no small achievement: Paul Molyneux has been appointed as the first non-Japanese Executive Officer on the Board of Directors of Sharp Corporation.

At the same time Molyneux has been named the Chief Executive Officer, Group General Manager, and President of Sharp Electronics Europe GmbH.

Paul Molyneux has had a fast track career history within Sharp Corporation, having successfully held a variety of Senior Management and Leadership positions in Sales and Operations for the last 7 years. Prior to his appointment as CEO, Paul held the position of Chief Operating Officer for Sharp Europe.

Molyneux says he intends to build an organisation that is” agile, market-focused, quick to respond to its customers and that benefits from support processes and shared services that are simple and effective.”

The former CEO of Sharp Europe, Hiroshi Sasaoka, will be taking over the positions of Group General Manager of Middle East and Africa Group and Chairman SMEF.

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Canon introduces the LV-8235 Ultra-Short Throw (UST) projector that's capable of projecting an 80” picture from a projection distance of just 32cm (with just 2.4cm installation distance).

For educational and digital signage applications, the LV-8235 UST can sit on a table or be mounted horizontally or vertically on a wall, ceiling or floor. Spec'd with a brightness of 2500 lumens, native WXGA (1200x800) resolution and a 2000:1 contrast ratio, the projector has HDMI and VGA inputs and is IP- or RS232 controllable. It's very quiet for a short throw projector at 28 dBA.

Rear projection is ideal for video promotions in shop windows, restaurants, museums and the like, while under desk projection can turn tabletops or floors into useful display screens. The ultra short-focus technology of the LV-8235 UST means it can project large screen 3D in confined spaces.

With a long-life lamp of up to 3000 hours (in Eco Mode) and a long-life air filter of up to 4000 hours (in Eco mode), the LV-8235 UST should be economical to run.

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