Micron Technology, that flash memory maker that is also Crucial and Lexar, introduces the Pop Video, a pico projector for iPhone and iPod touch. Instead of running cables, the projector has integrated 30pin dock connector to connect directly to iPhone and iPod touch, making sharing photos, videos easy. Based on LCoS technology, the Pop Video delivers 960×540 qHD video resolution and it uses LED light source. The optimal projection range is between 13 and 130 cm.

Optoma brings the new PK301+, which is an enhanced version of the PK301. While its brother PK301 offers 50 lumens brightness and 2000:1 contrast ratio, the PK301+ doubles the brightness to 100 lumens, and has 3000:1 contrast ratio. The pico projector delivers 854×480 resolution in up to 150-inch screen size. It has built-in 0.5W speaker.

Philips’ PicoPix PPX2480 is a pico projector with built-in media player. Based on DLP display technology, it delivers 854×480 resolution and 1000:1 contrast ratio, and is capable to …

WOWee ONE introduces another pocket projector, the VUE with HDMI connectivity. The pico projector delivers 848×480 resolution widescreen images with 15 lumens brightness, 60Hz refresh rate and over 5000:1 contrast ratio. It is capable of producing up to 200-inch images.

Velocity introduced at the CES 2012 its Shine, a HD pocket projector capable of 720p. The affordable, compact device is based on DLP display technology and is able to project 1280×768 WXGA images with 2,000:1 contrast ratio and 300 lumens of brightness with LED RGB illumination. It is 3D-ready.

Dell introduces the M110 ultra mobile projector that easily fits in the palm of your hand and weighs less than a pound. Based on DLP technology, the pico projector features 1280×800 WXGA native resolution, 10000:1 contrast ratio, 300 ANSI lumens brightness and LED light source with up to 20,000 hours of lifescycle.

Japanese company ESPlus introduces the Seeser laser-based micro projector. Using laser technology, the pico projector features intelligent auto focus and delivers 800×600 SVGA images up to 100-inch screen size. The Seeser provides 25 lumens brightness.

AAXA Technologies, known for pico projectors, expands its lineup with the new P4 pico projector, which is the world’s brightest battery-powered projector. The new P4 is equipped with a Triple RGB LED light engine and Vibrant-Color technology to deliver ultra-bright 80 lumens brightness. The LED engine has up to 15,000 hours of life.

Along with the MP225A, 3M also releases the CP45 Camcorder Projector that combines a pico projector with a digital camcorder. The handheld devices supports 5 Megapixel still image shooting and 1280x720p HD video recording. It has a fixed focus lens, LED flash and a 2.4-inch LCD display.

3M launches a new mobile projector, the MP225 intended for use with iOS devices, including iPhone, iPod and iPad. The projector comes with the 3M Video Cable with dock connector that is designed for connecting iOS devices, bring media content from portable device to a bigger screen. It works with other video sources, such as notebook, DVD player, using additional 3M VGA cable.