BenQ GP1, 100 ANSI lumens, DLP, SVGA (858x600), 2000:1, 15 - 80", 31 - 79 kHz BenQ GP1. Projector brightness: 100 ANSI lumens, Projection technology: DLP, Projector native resolution: SVGA (858x600). Focal length range: 2 - 17.7 mm, Zoom ratio: Fixed. Noise level: 28 dB. Market positioning: Portable. Power consumption (typical): 60 W https://www.laptopmag.com/reviews/projectors/benq-joybee-gp1-mini-projector Not as lilliputian as a pico projector nor as big as an ultraportable, the BenQ Joybee GP1 Mini Projector is well suited for business users who want to travel light, but still need to show clients a crisp, bright presentation. At $499 (currently on sal... Small, compact design, Bright, clear images, Automatic keystone adjustment Loud fan, Controls tricky to use, Must convert PowerPoints before playback This mini projector offers better performance than the pico competition at an affordable price. The BenQ Joybee GP1 fills the bill for users who need something bigger than a pico projector but smaller than a full-sized portable projector, reviewers say. Barely bigger than a soda can and weighing just 1.4 pounds, portability is terrific. Colors ar... Small and light, Good image quality, Easy to use, Long bulb life, Some color complaints, Steep initial learning curve, Limited brightness, Complaints about projector controls, Power supply big and heavy Have you ever wondered if there was a projector so small that you could put it in your bag along with the notebook, without even noticing it was there? Feel free to reply positively, because there is. Throw media player functions into the mix and you g... https://www.videomaker.com/article/c5/14757-benq-joybee-gp1-pico-projector Dimensions (W x H x D):136 x 54 x 120 mm (5.35 x 2.12 x 4.72 inches) Weight: 1.4 lbs (0.64 kg) Power Supply: 100-240V AC 50-60 Hz Power Consumption: 60W Audible Noise: 28 dB Projector On-Screen Display Languages: English/ German/ Swedish/ Polish/ Czech... Small, Easy setup, Auto keystone, Low power, Quiet fan Limited file compatibility, Video conversion software not included, Short A/V cord, Fickle onunit buttons The BenQ Joybee GP1 Mini Projector is an easy to use projector with fast setup times, making it perfect for bringing it to a friend's house and enjoying a big screen an any spare wall.Paul Kirpes is the equipment tester for Polder and One Media Player... https://www.macworld.com/article/1139141/benq_joybee_gp1.html At 1.4 pounds (3 pounds traveling weight) and measuring 5.35 by 2.12 by 4.72 inches, BenQ’s compact Joybee GP1 is the one of the smallest LED projectors we’ve seen. It has most of the basic functions you need for making presentations, but its brightnes... Combination projector/media player; 20,000 hours of LED light. Low brightness; short input cable; built-in media player has supports limited file formats. The Joybee GP1 is a decent choice for small-group presentations, as long as you can control the lighting conditions and use the device in a dimly lit or darkened room. For budget-minded business travelers with limited needs, the Joybee GP1 is good eno... At 1.4 pounds (3 pounds traveling weight), the compact BenQ Joybee GP1 ($499 as of 8/7/09) is the second-smallest LED projector in the group of seven projectors (four lamp-based and three LED-based) that we tested for our recent ultraportable projector... Combination projector/media player, 20,000 hours of LED light, Low brightness (100 lumens), Short input cable https://www.ubergizmo.com/2009/10/benq-joybee-gp1-review/ BenQ Joybee GP1 Review By Hubert Nguyen, Posted on Oct 26, 09 07:37 PM PDT The BenQ Joybee GP1 is a mini-projector that is marketed by BenQ as a fun device that follows you in any room, in any place. The Joybee GP1 accepts VGA or analog signals, so it ... http://www.macnn.com/reviews/benq-joybee-gp1.html BenQ is no stranger to the office projector space and its new pocket projector, the Joybee GP1, packs some innovative features. Boasting a lampless LED light source and a built-in USB video reader, the Joybee is designed to be a one-size-fits-all but... Our top-end unit retails for $160. Even when considering the price drop for a 128-bit version, other 2.5-inch portable hard disks with comparable storage can be found for around $100. But assuming hardware encryption is a must-have, we would say that... BenQ is no stranger to the office projector space and its new pocket projector, the Joybee GP1, packs some innovative features. Boasting a lampless LED light source and a built-in USB video reader, the Joybee is designed to be a one-size-fits-all but a... Small and lightweight, Good price, USB reader is convenient, Bulbfree DLP, Simply not bright enough for most situations, Awkwardly placed controls on remote and projector, Relatively low resolution. The concept of a small projector that can project video and pictures sans computer is attractive. The idea of a lampless projector that doesn’t need its lamp replaced after a year or two is also appealing. Unfortunately, barring the small size of the J... https://www.projectorcentral.com/benq_joybee_gp1_review.htm BenQs Joybee GP1 is a new breed of pocket projector. With its LED lamp, it promises to light up your game room - or hotel room - for years to come. While it is not bright enough to be a true home entertainment projector, and connectivity requires a ca... BenQs Joybee GP1 is a new breed of pocket projector. With its LED lamp, it promises to light up your game room - or hotel room - for years to come. While it is not bright enough to be a true home entertainment projector, and connectivity requires a c... Small form factor projectors have captured a lot of attention in the last year or so, probably due in part to their portability as well as the images that they output. BenQ has recently released a projector called the Joybee GP1 mini projector, that ... John Virata Small form factor projectors have captured a lot of attention in the last year or so, probably due in part to their portability as well as the images that they output. BenQ has recently released a projector called the Joybee GP1 mini projec... We then ran the GP1 through our DisplayMate benchmark suite to see how weak or strong it was in several areas. We found it to have good pixel tracking, showing a smooth gray field where other projectors might start to show stripes. In the light and d... Very small, light Not incredibly bright https://techcrunch.com/2009/07/15/review-benq-joybee-gp1-projector/ When it comes to “pocket projectors” the BenQ Joybee GP1 is a smidge to hefty to put into your back pocket, but it’s a full-fledged DLP projector powered by LEDs and has a built-in USB reader. A native resolution of 858×600 (SVGA), 100 ANSI Lume... Overall, the Joybee GP1 is a low-cost, low-power alternative to a power-hungry TV that’s easily portable and quiet. The controls atop the GP1 are lackluster and frustrating, so I suggest using the remote control. Input options are limited at the moment... TVs are great, but theyre not particularly useful if you want to game somewhere else, like say while camping or setting up a second station at a friends house. Sure, you could lug a 50 inch screen into the car, but its far easier to move a projector.... Over the years projectors have gotten both smaller and more accessible to home users. These are both welcome changes given how unwieldy some of these products could be, not to mention expensive enough to drive off all but the most avid enthusiasts. Hoo... https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2009/07/benq-joybee-review/ The Benq Joybee projector is something that youre either going to think is silly or youre going to fall in love with nearly instantly. Its a bunch of neat features balanced by one or two shortcomings, and the price tag—$500—is an awkward straddling ... Tiny size, but a solid build, Easy to see image, even in moderately light rooms, Extensive options, automatic keystone-correction makes set-up simple in a variety of locations, You can use content directly off USB media, making portable projection even ea...... The buttons on the projector itself are a pain, and the remote is laid out in an unintuitive way, Video files work well, although wider audio codec support would have been nice, 858X600 native resolution wont wow audiences used to high definition, Image n...... https://www.techspot.com/review/173-benq-joybee-gp1-projector/ The Joybee GP1 Mini Projector is BenQ’s most compact and portable projector, boasting image sizes up to 80” and featuring a rather unique USB reader that allows you to run media without the assistance of a computer or additional video input device. Whe... Pico's Prime? One of the neat features of the Joybee is the ability to play content directly from a USB flash drive without the assistance of a computer. BenQ bundles a 2 GB flash drive for this very purpose, but you are free to use any flash drive o... Part of BenQ's Joybee range of portable products, the GP1 is more of a micro than a pico projector – although the official name for the format is 'palm projector'Unlike the smaller models, there's no battery power option with the GP1. This unit is mai... The Benq GP1 is a realistic replacement for a full-sized model – with good control of colour options and auto-keystoning it’s a very effective point-and-show option for business use, and can give some of the cheaper home cinema systems a run for their... https://www.audioholics.com/projector-reviews/benq-joybee-gp1-led Projectors have gone through several iterations in the time Ive been around. From old, clunky CRT systems to DLP and LCD systems, projectors have gotten brighter, smaller and more feature-rich. But with the introduction of the BenQ Joybee GP1, LED lig... Small footprint, Bright LED output, Great for portability Fixed lens, Large external power supply, Included case only holds main projector unit The $499 MSRP of this projector coupled with its diminutive size and nearly endless (LED) lamp life make this a compelling purchase. It's very easy to take with you and makes for a great "vacation" projector. The biggest disappointment... https://www.mobiletechreview.com/gadgets/BenQ-Joybee-GP1_Projector.htm For those who aren’t familiar with the BenQ brand, this Asian company makes a wide variety of consumer electronics including notebooks, digital cameras, mobile phones and digital projectors. Although BenQ offers a large number of digital projectors, t... https://www.digitaltrends.com/tv-reviews/benq-joybee-gp1-mini-projector-review/ The Joybee GP1 is a good option if you want a projector you can move around, but look elsewhere for a permanent home-theater projector. SummaryCompanies that manufacture ultra-portable video projectors like BenQ’s Joybee GP1 typically aim these devices... Compact footprint, lightweight, can act as USB host, automatic keystone correction Video cable is far too short, requires a very dark room, low native resolution This is the best-performing small projector we've seen, but it's not without compromise... https://www.pcmag.com/review/241215/benq-joybee-gp1 The BenQ Joybee GP1 ($500 street, and backed by a standard one-year warranty) is the kind of product that stands out in the crowd. Its not perfect, but for the moment at least, its the most impressive example of its breed—the palmtop (also known a... Highly portable. Surprisingly loud audio. LED light source with 20,000-hour lifetime. Shows photos, presentations, and video from USB memory key. Some minor image quality flaws for data projection. The BenQ Joybee GP1 is small, lightweight, and bright, and it offers built-in audio, making it the most impressive palmtop projector yet available.... It wasnt so long ago that projectors were large devices that were very expensive to purchase. Anyone who traveled with a projector knows how bulky they could be. Today we are going to look at the new and very compact BenQ Joybee GP1 Mini Projector. Th... Small, Great color, Easy to use Motion blur in fast video is an issue Mobile pros looking for a small and compact projector to use on the road will love the BenQ Joybee GP1. Significant motion blur in fast moving video will limit the projectors use for movie night. blog comments powered by Disqus ... https://www.slashgear.com/benq-joybee-gp1-review-0145408/ Our previous run-ins with pico-projectors have left us vaguely disappointed, with units that will certainly fit in your pocket but underwhelm in their performance. BenQ’s Joybee GP1 has sized itself out pocket-portability but promises improved quality ... Projectors have always been enticing options for home theater enthusiasts because of their ability to throw up an image on a roll-away screen or practically any flat surface. But high sticker prices and the substantial added cost of replacin... Vivid color and sufficient brightness in low-light conditions; no pricey bulbs to replace; compact; USB port and speaker for PC-free file playback Large power brick; proprietary video cable is too short; unresponsive touch-sensitive buttons; weak audio-codec support for video files hobbles use with USB port The Joybee GP1’s small size and bulb-free LED lamp make it a wow-inducing projector. But a big power brick, a too-short video cable, and problems with video playback via USB keep it just shy of greatness... While ever more miniature digital projectors have been hitting the market for years now, these compact units have always had limitations that kept them from making that leap from nice idea to truly useful. This time around, BenQ packs impressive specs ... Sleek, compact design, Built-in USB reader with audio and video decoding support, Auto keystone function, Excellent image quality, contrast and sharpness, Long-life LED lamps need no replacement, Intuitive, comprehensive menu system VGA cable a bit short, Native resolution too low to support HD content, Lacks DVI input, Short supported codecs list, MSRP a bit steep, Non-intuitive remote control button arrangement... An extremely versatile projector indeed, the BenQ GP1 LED projector makes a compelling case for boardroom, living room, games room, or campsite use. Small and medium sized businesses, entrepreneurs and traveling salespeople, gamers and consumers with l... https://www.engadget.com/2009/05/25/benq-gp1-led-pocket-projector-reviewed-loved-possibly-lurved/ The universal acclaim for BenQ's GP1 LED projector is deafening. Naturally, some trade-offs were made in brightness, contrast, and resolution in order to squeeze things down to a palm-sized 5.4 x 4.7 x 2.1-inch footprint. But at just 1.4-pounds, it won't ... https://www.ilounge.com/index.php/reviews/entry/benq-joybee-gp1-mini-projector Like the Aaxa P1 Pico Projector we reviewed last month, Joybee GP1 is designed to offer a big screen video experience in a very small package, though Aaxa’s and BenQ’s approaches were substantially different. Whereas P1 Pico was literally pocket-sized... This is an in-depth review of the BenQ GP1, also known as the BenQ Joybee GP1. The BenQ GP1 is an extended SVGA (858x600) resolution DLP - LED projector. This review has just been posted, and will be further proofed and a few additional images and/or... This is a projector for folks that want to do some "PC free" work, and more importantly, for people who have several portable devices that they would like to project from, be it a digital camera, camcorder, MP3 player, portable game machine (i.e. Sony...