BenQ Revolutionizes Classroom Engagement with the ideaCam S1 Plus

BenQ has introduced the ideaCam S1 Plus, a high-performance document camera designed to make teaching more interactive and engaging. With an 8MP Sony CMOS sensor, 15x zoom lens, and AI noise-canceling microphone, it delivers crystal-clear visuals and seamless audio. Teachers can easily switch between different views—whether zooming in on fine details or capturing full documents—using its flexible stand and handheld mode. The plug-and-play compatibility with platforms like Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meet ensures effortless classroom integration, whether in-person or remote.

Designed for modern IT-driven classrooms, the ideaCam S1 Plus works with BenQ’s EnSpire software to enable auto exposure, annotation tools, and live interaction features. It supports a variety of displays and mounting options, making it a versatile tool for dynamic learning. With intelligent auto-rotation and seamless perspective switching, educators can easily adapt their teaching style while keeping students engaged.

BenQ, an internationally renowned provider of visual display and collaboration solutions, today announced the launch of the ideaCam S1 Plus, a cutting-edge, all-in-one document camera tailored perfectly for education. The ideaCam S1 Plus empowers teachers to deliver engaging and interactive lessons by projecting live demonstrations, detailed documents, or 3D objects onto displays. Its high-resolution visuals, magnetic 15x zoom glass lens, AI noise-canceling microphone, and autofocus capabilities ensure clarity—even when showcasing complex content—and its stand allows the user to effortlessly adjust the camera to the desired height. With its advanced image quality, flexible multi-angle shooting modes, and intuitive interface, it seamlessly integrates into modern classrooms.

“The ideaCam is our answer to the demand for a versatile, high-quality visual tool that empowers teachers to ‘Teach Their Way’,” said Carly Burton-Sallay, senior marketing manager at BenQ Education. “We understand the evolving needs for educators, and the ideaCam allows them to connect and collaborate with their students, both in the classroom and remotely.”

The ideaCam S1 Plus revolutionizes teaching with exceptional visual clarity and flexibility. Featuring an 8MP Sony CMOS sensor and a 15x magnifying glass lens, it captures highly detailed images, enabling students to explore materials, documents, and objects with precision. Integrated with BenQ’s EnSpire software, it offers auto exposure, picture-in-picture, and annotation tools, enhancing interactive learning. Its unique auto-switch perspective allows seamless transitions between portrait and desk views, while the adjustable stand and handheld mode provide versatility for showcasing teaching materials from any angle.

Designed for effortless classroom integration, the ideaCam S1 Plus features plug-and-play compatibility with Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, and more. Educators can annotate live feeds, freeze screens, and highlight key points to foster engagement. The device also supports BenQ monitors, curved displays, and universal tripods, ensuring flexible mounting options. Its auto-rotation feature guarantees correctly oriented images, making it an essential tool for dynamic and immersive learning environments.