BenQ projectors are the market leaders in Europe, and ranks second in the global projector market, according to the latest figures from world’s leading research firm Decision Tree Consultancy (DTC).
In the Asia-Pacific region that includes the Middle East and Africa, BenQ holds the number two spot in terms of market share; the company is ranked number one in eight markets and number three in 25 markets worldwide.
“Our aim has been to provide consumers with easy-to-use products incorporating cutting-edge technologies and innovative design,” said Robert Dung, Managing Director, BenQ Middle East and Africa. “Today’s results reflect the fact that many consumers are giving their nod of approval to BenQ projectors.”
BenQ outpaced rivals to secure the number one spot in Europe with 12 per cent market share in the second quarter of this year. In Asia Pacific, BenQ aggressively moved up two slots and more than two percentage points to become the number two projector brand in Asia with a market share of 9.95 per cent. BenQ projector’s globally notched up market share of a record 8.10 per cent.
It is the best selling projector brand in Saudi Arabia with 25.34 per cent market share and takes top honours in other countries such as Austria (21.42%), Australia (14.74%), Czech Republic (33.87%), Romania (33.32%), Poland (29.58%), and Russia (18.3%). Increasing sales in the data projector segment have significantly attributed to BenQ’s consistent growth in the projector market worldwide. The company increased its share of the market from 22 per cent at the beginning of 2005 to take the lead in the Middle East’s largest market.
The company’s innovative technology and design boasts the world’s quietest projector in both data and home entertainment segments as well as the world’s smallest wireless projector, the iF design award-winning BenQ CP120.
“This stylish projector have a compact form factor and wireless connectivity to simplify setup,” said Manish Bakshi, general manager, BenQ Middle East and Africa.
“The imaging market is peaking in terms of competitiveness and value creation for customers is a focal point for us. By introducing innovative, well-designed and affordable technology, we have been able to grow our business in the projection technology segment in the region. We are dominant player in the regional projector market, and products like the CP120 will cement our lead.”
Specifications of CP 120
Native Resolution: XGA (1024 x 768)
Resolution Supported: 640 x 350 to 1280 x 1024
Brightness: 1500 ANSI lumens
Contrast Ratio: 2000:1
Image Size: 27” to 300”
Displayable Colours: Full 16.7 million color palette
Aspect Ratio: 4:3 / 16:9 screen selectable
Light Source: 132W, 2000 hours / 3000 hours lamp life (Normal / Economic Mode)
Operational Noise: < 35/32 dB
Net Weight: 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs)
Lens: Manual Zoom, F=2.6 to 2.9, f=25.8 - 30mm
Power supply: 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz
About BenQ
The BenQ Group currently comprises ten companies that operate independently while sharing resources and leveraging synergies among them. The BenQ Group companies include AU Optronics Corporation, the world’s third largest manufacturer of LCD panels; Darfon Electronics Corporation; Daxon Technology Inc; Airoha Technology Corporation; Copax Photonics Corporation; Darly Venture Inc; BenQ Guru Software Co., Ltd; Philips BenQ Digital Storage; and Cando Corporation. 2004 revenues for BenQ Group exceeded US$10.8 billion dollars.
BenQ Corporation consists of five main business groups and units—Display and Imaging, Networking and Communications, Digital Media, Computer Products, and Storage Business. Although these business groups and units encompass a broad range of products, each retains a focus on providing consumer-oriented solutions designed especially for the digital lifestyle. 2004 revenues exceeded US$5.1 billion dollars.
For more information, please visit the website at BenQ.com.
