# Pint-Sized Projectors Epson Prepares to Mass-Produce the World's Smallest LCD By Andrew Robichaud | Published 2009-06-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epson-lcd References: [aboutprojectors](http://www.aboutprojectors.com/news/2009/06/26/epson-begins-volume-production-of-worlds-smallest-lcd-panel/) & [epson.co.jp](http://www.epson.co.jp/e/newsroom/2009/news_20090625.htm) [Epson](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shortthrow-4k-projector) is buckling down and getting ready to put in a mass order for the [smallest LCD display](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcl-projector-c1) in the world. When measuring any screen, you start at one corner and stretch diagonally across to the other corner. The LCD displays for the [projectors that Epson is producing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epson-ef51) are an astounding .55 inches (1.4 centimeters...WOW). The resolution of the screen is nothing to make a fuss about (meaning it’s good, but not great like hi-def), but it’s an awesome little creation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 10% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Miniature Technology:** The development of the world's smallest LCD display opens up opportunities for miniaturized technology in various industries. - **Portable Projection:** The pint-sized projectors with small LCD displays cater to the growing demand for portable projection solutions, disrupting the traditional projector market. - **Microscopic Screens:** The advancement in LCD technology enables the integration of microscopic screens into a wide range of devices, paving the way for innovative applications. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The miniature LCD displays can revolutionize the consumer electronics industry by allowing for smaller, more portable devices with built-in screens. - **Education:** The mass production of pint-sized projectors opens up new possibilities for interactive and immersive learning experiences in classrooms and training environments. - **Advertising & Marketing:** The small LCD displays in projectors create opportunities for innovative advertising and marketing campaigns, such as projection mapping and portable displays. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hyper-Short-Throw Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shortthrow-4k-projector.md) - [Super-Ultra-Short-Throw Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epson-epiqvision-ultra-ehls800.md) - [Ultra-Compact 4K Projector Units](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epson-ebxq2030b.md) - [Compact TV Replacement Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epson-ef-21.md) - [Ultra Short-Throw Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-shortthrow-4k-projector.md) - [Pocket-Sized Quality Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yaber.md) - [Compact HD Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinebeam-smart.md) - [Affordable Ultra-Short Throw Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/screeneo-ul5-smart.md) - [Ultra Short-Throw Laser Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shortthrow-laser-projector.md)