Epson MegaPlex lets you project iPad content on the big screen

02.11.2011

In our testing, we were also able to project some apps on the iPad through the projector as well. For example, we could watch YouTube videos and stream Netflix content from the iPad app to the projector. We could also display our Keynote presentations through the projector. Unfortunately, not all apps allowed for external projection -- our ABC Player app (which streams ABC television content) couldn't project, so it's possible that some apps will only display through the iPod's/iPad's display rather than the projector.

Picture quality from the projector was very good, and it was easy to adjust the focus, zoom and keystone settings that adjust the vertical and horizontal frame of the projection. The unit cooled down pretty quickly as well, allowing for quick setup and packing up for travelers (there's a nice handle for carrying the unit, although may be a bit too large for some people who prefer to travel lightly).

Some other cool features to note: The docking station recharges your i-device, and if you don't want to use the projector, you can still use the device as a speaker system for songs and displaying photos and movies on the iPad's display.

Some caveats: The on-screen menu for playing movies, TV shows and music was a bit primitive, and the system only recognized content that was synchronized through iTunes. For other content on the device, we had to switch control back to the i-device and then try to display it through that.

Grade: 4.5 stars (out of five)