Why upgrade the classroom projector to a smart education projector?

We all agree that education cannot ignore the advancement of technology.

Advances in equipment used by teachers and students individually have made old school classroom projectors or projectors that have been hanging from the ceiling for decades look obsolete.

These "traditional" projectors are severely out of touch with modern personal devices and can only passively view very limited content.

It’s time to replace them with smart projectors that have the same functionality as smartphones, tablets, and laptops. Doing so aligns school and classroom media and content sharing capabilities with student and teacher expectations and requirements. In addition, smart projectors also feature online updates, power-saving design, and long projection life, which can reduce maintenance costs.

Advantages of smart projectors in the classroom

By default, the projector maximizes screen size flexibility. Unlike a TV, a projector can project onto a surface of your choice, meaning you choose the screen size. There are no hard limits on projectors, so if you want to project onto a 100-inch screen or an entire classroom wall, no problem. TVs can't do this, and projectors are much more affordable in terms of cost per inch of screen. Any TV larger than 75 inches becomes prohibitively expensive, and for projectors, even an 85-inch screen size is on the lower end. If the school wants to obtain high-quality, large-size viewing effects, it is best to choose a smart projector.

A big screen can bring a pleasant experience. Let’s say you spend a fortune on a 75-inch TV. This is still not a big deal for an average classroom. Students need to squeeze closer to the display because if they don't, those sitting behind won't see much. A projector can easily provide twice the size of the screen for a clearer picture without having to “rearrange the chairs.”

Equipment size and floor space are also a big plus. While smart projectors give you a huge display, they are smaller, lighter and simpler to install than TVs. An average 75-inch TV weighs 32-36 kg. A good projector is only one-tenth of the cost of a television. This means that the projector is much more portable, as you can easily move the projector between classrooms, whereas the TV once installed will be there until retirement. The new projectors feature easy installation and, unlike large-screen TVs, do not require an entire class to be dedicated to the classroom. They are compact devices that eliminate the need for regular cleaning of the TV. Smart projectors also consume less power, making them more cost-effective overall. Additionally, because the projector takes up so little space, you can also have a blackboard in the classroom for writing and note-taking, which you might not be able to do if you dedicate a lot of space to a large, expensive television. .

The benefits of intelligence

Smart projectors are designed to require no computer as they have their own Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and operating system. You can access content from the Internet directly through the projector without the need for a laptop as an intermediary. The smart projector comes pre-installed with Android™ with Chrome browser, as well as many apps that students and teachers use every day, providing users with a very intuitive and familiar environment.

As we have seen recently, flipped classrooms and blended learning models have considerable potential to improve the quality of education, but they require the right tools. A smart projector, a platform that combines fast cloud access and powerful display capabilities, is one of these tools.

Finally, from an information technology perspective, smart projectors are a boon. They're as easy to use as any device students and teachers bring to school, so there's no need to rely on IT support or wait while technicians call for downtime. A good smart projector updates instantly when in standby mode and does not require frequent lamp replacement or any other type of maintenance. A light dusting once a week is all the IT support you need.

A smart move all around

It’s time for classroom projectors to stop being museum pieces and become relevant. Every other device you use is smart, so your school will definitely need smart displays for education. Since all indicators of projectors are better than TVs in educational applications, using smart projectors will undoubtedly bring your knowledge presentation and sharing levels to a higher level.