@richardginsberg Great question... we had to spend a lot of time figuring that one out! The short answer: we invented (and patented) a new type of screen. The SPUD screen material disperses the light evenly across the screen area, but it doesn't wrinkle like a standard projection screen does:
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SPUD is a high-resolution 24-inch screen with the awesome benefit of ultra-portability. It collapses just like a ruggedized umbrella to the size and weight of a paperback book - making it ideal for anyone on the go.
When expanded, SPUD uses custom optics combined with the latest DLP technology to produce the sharp, bright image that you need. Either with an HDMI cable or wireless adapter, SPUD can be connected to a smartphone, tablet, or laptop - no matter where you are!
Because of SPUD’s lightweight (less than 2 pounds) and compact form factor, when collapsed, it fits in your purse, backpack, laptop bag, or even your jacket pockets! Take SPUD anywhere!
Thanks for posting this Kevin! We're hard at work on our Kickstarter campaign talking to backers and answering questions. Check it out at: https://www.kickstarter.com/proj...
@alexpacific_ Thanks! We actually get that feedback a lot. Imagine taking your 'movie screen' SPUD with you camping, or since I live in Texas... tailgating! It's definitely on the to-do-research list for our future product portfolio.
This is amazing. I don't know when I'll be needing one but I do know I'll eventually need it and want it in my life. Any info on bulb life and replacement cost? @jmintzer@alexander_wesley@owitho
@davidsfeng Thanks for asking! SPUD does not use a lightbulb/lamp in its projection system. The system uses three R/G/B LEDs as the light source. LEDs have a lifespan of approximately 50,000 hours, meaning you could use SPUD for 10 hours a day for well over 10 years before you even had to think about the LED lifespan!
Cool product. Best of luck!
For the demos in the video, all the projected screens are simulated right (as in, you added them in post)? I ask because some of the camera moves don't seem to match the projector screen moves.
If so, you should consider adding a "screen images simulated" disclaimer. I get that filming screens is difficult (especially projected screens), but given your promo video is meant to showcase your product, this omission might get you in trouble down the line...
@omicaustin Hi Austin, it's a great point/question. Really any video of any display is simulated because it is not what the eye sees and constrained by the mapping of the CCD/CMOS array and we did an accurate job of portraying how SPUD works All screens, as you mentioned, film differently than the eye perceives so we (just like I imagine every other display product from time immemorial) had to post-process our video to make SPUD look as it does in real life.
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