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Projector for Cookies: Which is right for you?
A projector for cookies is a must for professional-looking sugar cookies. The biggest question in the cookie world must be 'What is the best one?'. It's an important one, as projectors are not cheap.
I've always had the AAXA Pico projectors. For many years, I touted them and believed they were the best. Time changes things, especially when your favorite tool dies.
Yep, my original Pico was put to rest after 7 years!
I promised you I would decide on the AKASO or the KODAK LUMA and put it through the works for you. This page is the result of my 2-month testing period.
Deciding on which projector for cookies was a lengthy and tough decision. I read hundreds of reviews. I scoured comments all over social media and Amazon. My decision...the KODAK LUMA 150.
You can create magnificent sugar cookies with a projector for cookies.
Trolley cookies made easy using a projector for cookies...
If you are searching for the perfect and most affordable projector for cookies, I offer these pages to make your decision easier:
About the KODAK LUMA 150 projector for cookies
The first thing I noticed after I charged it for 4 hours, as the manufacturer recommends, was that when I plugged it in... BOOM... it was ready. Seriously, plug'n'play! I was thankful as I am not a techie kind of girl.
It comes with everything you need:
- adapters for other countries
- standard HDMI cord with matching ends
- carrying pouch
The Luma surpassed all of my expectations in sound. It was loud and clear. Though if you were watching a movie, you would probably need an external speaker.
The brightness was surprisingly good. The video above isn't the best to show it off. I assure you, though, it is bright enough to easily see the projection without turning your lights off in broad daylight.
During my overbooked graduation time (the entire month of May), it seemed to run constantly. The battery lasts me 2.5 hours each time.
I enjoy that it is a sleek and pretty piece. I went with the white and rose gold. Black and silver is another option.
Here is the KODAK Luma 150...
-From smartphones to big screens
-Comes w/ HDMI & Micro USB Cables for Hookup to Camera, Storage Drive, PC, Laptop
-60 Ansi lumen brightness LED Lamp
-Powers Via Rechargeable Battery Up to 2.5 Hrs.
About the AKASO projector
I do not have the AKASO. I was tempted to.
What I can tell you is I had numerous people contact me after my monthly periodicals and reading my projector pages. There was a common thread about the AKASO. It seems they each had a problem and contacted the manufacturer. They never heard back, they told me.
They did not say if it was the same problem with the machine.
The other thing is, I read several times that a new AKASO would suddenly shut off for no reason and would not turn back on.
That being said, no company is perfect. Some products just have individual flaws. There are just as many who love their AKASO as there are those who love their KODAKs.
It is always worth checking out the company and reviews yourself.
Here is the AKASO...
-For Projection Needs From Cookie Decorating to Movies: Pocket projector produces clear, bright video/imaging for entertainment/office and creative use.
-Multiple Wired & Wireless Connectivity Methods: Pico projector has a built-in Micro USB/USB/HDMI/AV/Micro SD port and comes with HDMI & Micro USB cables
-Perfect for watching HD movies, photo sharing, playing games, or cookie/cake decorating
-Powers via rechargeable battery for up to 2.5 Hrs. Come with remote control and tripod
Table Mount:
An important thing to consider is that my regular gooseneck mounts do NOT work with the KODAK. The gripper thing is just a smidgeon too narrow. So, I went back to using my table mount. Which suits me fine.
The KODAK LUMA is square instead of a rectangle. But the goosenecks work great for the AKASO.
Wide Compatibility: Equipped with 1/4" Screw and phone clamp, fit for webcam, pico projectors, miniature cameras, and cellphones. (Max W: about 0.7lb with the smallest angle)
- Adjustable Height and Angle: Height from 8" to 16". The angle from 30 degrees to 90 degrees. Use the screw to tighten the ball bearing to the want angle.
- Sturdy and Stable: Cast steel base and aluminum alloy rod make the stand sturdy and reliable. Anti-slip by skids under the base.
- Easy to install.
Gooseneck Mount:
- This stand features a 33.46" (85 cm) flexible telescopic arm that rotates 360 degrees, allowing you to loosen your hands, reduce neck fatigue, and easily position your phone at the desired distance.
- Compatible with cell phone screens from 4.0 to 6.3 inches. The height of the fixed section can be adjusted from 0 to 2.75 inches (7cm).
- The holder arm is made of 8.5mm Aluminum Alloy,
Pros and Cons for the KODAK LUMA 150
Pros:
- The display lighting is quite good, 60 lumens
- small, pocket-size
- projects with very clear details
- rechargeable, 2.5-hour battery
- mini digital video port, USB, SD, and tf ports
- built-in speaker
- can go up to 150" projection on a wall or ceiling
- wireless
- mirroring
Cons:
- The speaker is good for cookieing, but needs an external speaker for movies/gaming
Obviously, the pros far outweigh the cons.
Be creative and think outside the box! With a projector, you can even make royal icing transfers without using transfer sheets. Make sure to grab your 2-page download of Royal Icing Tips. This will ensure nothing goes wrong when using royal icing or glaze.
Show me how to use the KODAK LUMA 150
This is so simple. Once the projector is mounted, charged, and plugged in or mirrored to your phone, tablet, or laptop, just hold the on/off button down until the light turns green, about 2 seconds.
Go through and find the media device you are using with the arrows on the top of the LUMA. With my computer, I only had to do this the first time.
Once your delicious sugar cookie (the best cookie recipe) is iced with that mouth-watering royal icing (my superior royal icing recipe), or if you need to use the perfect glaze recipe, line it up under the projector.
I usually use a tipless icing bag. The hole size is about a #1S to #1 round/writing tip for thin letters and outlining really thick letters, with consistency being between 10 and 12 seconds.
Not sure what 10 and 12-second consistency means? Refer to the page Royal Icing Flooding for understanding how thick or thin your royal icing should be.
Here are examples of some of my cookies where I've used a projector coupled with the other game-changer, my airbrush system (very inexpensive, PLUS you get 3, not 1, and much more included).
There's no end to sugar cookie decorating ideas!
cookie with airbrushing
airbrushing background dots
using the PICO for the elephants with airbrushing
PICO is perfect for fonts
"After purchasing a projector, I was able to charge more for my cookies. It causes them to be that much more professional. A projector is a must!"
Having equipment, like this projector for cookies, will enhance your sugar cookie business. It will enable you to charge more while at the same time showing professionalism. It will totally up your game.
Have you heard of dafont.com yet? This site gives you thousands of fonts for FREE! Careful though...
...be sure to check the licensing to make sure you are legal to use them for commercial use.
You now know about my results with the KODAK LUMA 150.
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