The Runco VX (Video Extreme) series of DLP front projectors come in a number of models designed to handle a variety of different installation needs, but all require a sizeable investment:

• VX-2000d: Single Chip DLP / 1280×1080 /220W UHP Lamp ($16,995)
• VX-6000d: Single Chip DLP / 1920×1080 / 220W UHP Lamp ($35,995)
• VX-22d: Three Chip DLP / 1920×1080 /300W Lamp ($44,995)
• VX-44d: Three Chip DLP / 1920×1080 /1000W Xenon Lamp ($79,995)
• VX-55d: Three Chip DLP / 1920×1080 /1200W Xenon Lamp ($114,995)

All of the VX projectors come with Runco’s DHD controller, which now offers HDMI input capability. The higher end models feature interchangeable lenses and all models can be upgraded with Runco’s CineWide technology allow for full 2:35 to 1 CinemaScope movies to be shown in their original format without black bars.

The THX Certified Display program evaluates the quality of display color, luminence, contrast, uniformity, resolution, video processing quality among other tests. Only displays which pass these rigorous tests are awarded the THX badge. Now if only I could afford one.

[via Home Toys vis Engadget HD]

The WET Lamp from NON Design is a glass orb with a 10-watt xenon light bulb in the center, then filled with water. You gently place a thin silver rod into the H2O, and the bulb illuminates. As an added bonus, bulb is dimmed depending on how far the rod is inserted into the water.

The lamp is available from Highlights Lighting in small, medium and large sizes ranging in price from $210 to $340 USD.

[via ozoux via notcot]