Catherine Tramell

Catherine Tramell has been covering technology as a freelance writer for over a decade. She has been writing for Pointer Clicker for over a year, further expanding her expertise as a tech columnist. Catherine likes spending time with her family and friends and her pastimes are reading books and news articles.

If you are thinking about buying a projector for your home, you are not alone. There are possibly many out there considering the purchase, particularly when considering the jaw-dropping prices of large-screen televisions. But like every piece of consumer tech, a projector has its advantages and pitfalls as well. So, what are those? And should …

“Burn-in” is a common issue in digital displays. Smartphones, laptops/desktops, televisions, etc., experience burn-in – particularly the ones sporting OLED screens. Though not as vulnerable, LCD screens could also present some image ghosting concerns. Since projectors and screens have a symbiotic relationship, you may be wondering if the burn-in visible on the screen while watching …

A projector, like any electronic device, generates heat. Things become problematic when the heating is excessive and occurs at the drop of a hat, as happened to this Reddit user. A projector turning unbearably hot only after 10 minutes of running is unexpectable and a problem sign. Keeping a projector cool bodes well performance-wise and …

Projector resolution issues are not uncommon. The source media file (video or image) or device (computer, Blu-ray player, etc.) connected to the projector via a VGA or HDMI cable could be at fault. The resolution issues could also be due to some hardware/software issues with your projector. Thankfully, the situation is not that complicated, or …

Your projector could show the “no signal” message on the screen for multiple reasons. The source device (laptop, gaming console, DVD player, etc.), content file, cables, intermediary devices (splitter, receiver, switch, etc.), or the projector itself could be the problem. Often, your laptop computer or streaming device could be at the core of the issue …

One of the worst things that can happen when using a projector is the device snapping on you midway into a gripping movie or when a live sports game is in its crucial stage. Your projector working fine, showing no signs of shutting down, and suddenly cutting off can be genuinely perplexing—especially if you’ve been …

If you’re buying a projector for the first time, it pays to review or learn about the several aspects of the potential purchase. For instance, the projector type (DLP, LCD, LCoS, etc.), resolution, brightness, throw distance, aspect ratio, brand, warranty, etc., require consideration. As a first-time buyer, checking the device against the various features and …

Using the mouse or, worse, your laptop keyboard during a presentation is a sure-shot way to look unprofessional and outdated. Besides compelling content, seamless control and smooth navigation are essential to captivate your audience with a presentation. This is where pointer remotes come in. Presenter remotes have been around for quite some time. And with …

The ability to deliver strong presentations, whether in school or office, has been a valuable skill for ages and continues to be so. Although the various technologies and tools have made presentations easier to manage, they’ve not rendered the art of dispensing information to people en masse obsolete. Solid content, well-put-together slides, and a confident …