Welcome to the March Edtech Show & Tell, in which our editors share some of the new edtech products that have caught our attention this month. These are not reviews or endorsements, but a showcase of education-friendly items, platforms, and more that we think might be noteworthy for you.
This month's new offerings include portable projectors, decoders, webcams, and more. Enjoy!
Discovery Education | Six Strategies to Help Your Students Become Algebra Ready
Six Strategies to Help Your Students Become Algebra Ready discusses the six competencies of deeper learning and shares strategies to help educators prepare students to learn algebra. Inside this free guide, readers will discover: The common barriers to learning algebra; principles for deeper learning for algebraic understanding; principles for deeper learning in the Digital Age; and innovative ways to use deeper learning and technology to support both math educators and students.
Epson | PowerLite L-Series Portable Projectors
The lineup of 12 new 3-chip 3LCD PowerLite L-Series laser projectors delivers higher brightness and pro-level features in a portable design, with an expanded range of throw ratios that solve placement challenges. With standard-throw projectors and newly added optical zoom on two short-throw options, the PowerLite L-Series now covers an expansive range of throw ratios between .5 to 2.2. The new projectors include installation tools such as NFC,2 advanced geometric correction and the optional PixAlign® camera for simplifying complex multi-projector installations such as screen matching, blending or stacking.
Extron | NAV SD 121 compact scaling decoder
The NAV SD 121 compact scaling decoder is a compact Pro AV over IP scaling decoder that receives, decodes, and scales visually lossless video, audio, and control signals over 1 Gbps IP networks. Using PURE3 codec and Vector 4K Scaling Technology, the NAV SD 121 delivers video at resolutions up to 4K/60 with 4:4:4 chroma sampling and ultra-low latency. Features include HDMI output along with RS-232, Digital I/O, and IR control ports, eliminating the need for additional control processors at the endpoints.
ParentSquare | ParentSquare Pay
ParentSquare Pay is a school payments solution built into its communication platform. Families can make payments for activities, dues, and fees with a few clicks—right in the same place they get school notifications and other pertinent information related to their child’s school experience. Districts, teachers, and staff can send home payment requests and invoices in the same way they share regular school communications, including via email, SMS, and app notifications.
Panasonic Connect | PT-VMZ7ST Series Short Throw LCD Projectors
The new PT-VMZ7ST Series Short Throw LCD Laser Projectors feature the PT-VMZ7ST and PT-VMZ6ST models. Designed to support sports simulation, higher education, corporate, and museum environments, this series delivers sharp visuals in a compact form factor. Key features include: Clear, bright image quality with up to 7,000lm2 and WUXGA resolution; flexible, stress-free installation; and eco-friendly design and output.
Telycam | Explore PTZ Camera
Featuring a 1-inch sensor, the Explore camera delivers high quality, auto-focus performance, integration features and flexible connectivity at an affordable price point. Its 1-inch, 9MP Sony sensor enables the capture of 4K video at 60 frames per second. The large sensor size yields superior low-light performance with reduced noise levels, while the expanded dynamic range captures intricate details in both shadows and highlights.
Transfr | Transfr Trek
Transfr Trek is an extended-reality-based, multi-modal career exploration solution that delivers an integrated experience across mobile, virtual reality, and curriculum resources. The solution combines mobile-optimized content with immersive VR simulations, enabling students to discover their interests, experience virtual “day-in-the-life” scenarios of various careers, and build personalized career plans.
Republic of Gamers | Strix SCAR 16 and SCAR 18
The 2025 ROG Strix SCAR 16 and SCAR 18, equipped with the most powerful RTX 50 Series Laptop GPU’s NVIDIA has to offer are also equipped with a built-in MUX Switch and NVIDIA Advanced Optimus. These laptops are engineered handle the most demanding AAA titles, high-performance applications, and intensive multitasking with ease. Complementing this power is ROG’s Intelligent Cooling technology, which incorporates a custom vapor chamber, sandwiched heatsink, and advanced Tri-Fan Technology. With up to 32GB of DDR5-5600 RAM and a spacious up to 2TB PCIe Gen4 SSD, the Strix SCAR Series delivers exceptional speed, storage, and smooth multitasking.
Sonnet | RackMac mini
The RackMac mini (2024+) is a custom-designed enclosure to install and secure up to three M4 and M4 Pro Mac mini computers. The enclosure is designed to fit in standard 19-inch equipment racks and includes space beneath each installed computer to store a connected external USB SSD. The 5 1/4-inch deep RackMac mini (2024+) rackmount enclosure secures three Mac mini computers side by side in a 2U rack space. Its design provides open access to all the computers’ ports, while front panel buttons enable activation of the computers’ bottom-mounted power buttons.
