# Pocket-Sized Pico Projectors Microvision Releases the Second Generation 'SHOWWX+' By manzil | Published 2010-11-24 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/showwx References: [microvision](http://www.microvision.com/showwxplus/) & [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/microvisions-second-generation-showwx-laser-pico-projector/17027/) Microvision's new 'SHOWWX+' projects bright images from any smartphone and mobile device to offer an ultimate [big screen experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinebeam-q). This second generation pico projector is powered by a 'PicoP' display engine that uses special laser-scanning technology to give a brighter picture. 'SHOWWX+' can be connected to a smartphone and any similar handheld devices with a cable and it's also compatible with camcorders and cameras. The 'SHOWWX+' [rechargeable and replaceable battery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/viewsonic-m1-max) makes the pico projector even more efficient. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 96% | 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 Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Laser-scanning Technology:** The use of laser-scanning technology in pico projectors provides a brighter picture and enhances the big screen experience. - **Pocket-sized Projectors:** The development of pocket-sized pico projectors allows for easy portability and the projection of bright images from any smartphone or mobile device. - **Connectivity with Handheld Devices:** The ability of pico projectors to connect with smartphones, camcorders, and cameras offers versatile projection options for different devices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the trend of pocket-sized pico projectors to enhance the multimedia capabilities of smartphones and handheld devices. - **Photography and Videography:** The photography and videography industry can leverage the connectivity options of pico projectors to enable on-location viewing and sharing of visual content. - **Entertainment and Gaming:** The entertainment and gaming industry can explore the use of laser-scanning technology in pico projectors to create immersive and high-quality visual experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cinema-Grade Portable Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-laser-projector.md) - [Connective Miniature Media Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pico-t1.md) - [Pocket-Sized Laser Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wemax-go.md) - [Pocket-Sized Quality Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yaber.md) - [Micro Mobile Multimedia Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/groview-mini-projector.md) - [Business Professional Presentation Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pico-projector-concept.md) - [Portable Top-Range Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kodak-luma-500-pico-projector.md) - [Phone-Casting Portable Projector](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinebeam.md) - [Modern Compact Portable Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mogo4.md)