Allison Murray/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysThe Samsung Freestyle 2 is a solid projector currently for sale at $799.Sharp image quality, an internal battery, and the ability to play games without a console make this projector ultra portable. The second-generation feature upgrades are geared toward gaming; which may not be relevant for all users. There’s a saying that goes … Read more
Rivian has a little cinematic surprise tucked in its new “treehouse” rooftop tent, one of the many accessories the automaker plans to sell alongside its next-generation R2 SUV and future R3 EVs. The rooftop tent, which Rivian calls the treehouse, is equipped with a movie projector, which is run using power from the Rivian, Brian … Read more
For the last few years, we’ve repeatedly praised the Anker Nebula Mars II Pro as one of the best portable projectors. In the same breath, we also explained that this was despite some issues: The streaming interface wasn’t great, its color was a bit off and it wasn’t particularly bright (although similar to its competition). … Read more
Sony CNET puts projectors through a rigorous and unbiased testing process that’s the culmination of more than two decades of projector reviews. We use specialized test equipment, including a Photo Research spectroradiometer, a Minolta LS-100 luminance meter and an AEMC CA813 illuminance meter. The data is collected and collated by Portrait Displays CalMan Ultimate software, which helps … Read more
Xgimi High-quality projectors have made it possible to bring the movie theater viewing experience to the comfort of your own home. However, the IMAX experience has remained exclusive to movie theaters — until now. Also: CES 2024: What’s Next in Tech On Sunday, Xgimi unveiled its new Horizon Max projector, the world’s first IMAX Enhanced-certified long-throw … Read more
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Xgimi has two new projectors for the US, its brightest ever 4K smart projector and a 3-in-1 unit that’s also a ceiling light and Bluetooth speaker. Both long-throw projectors run Google TV. Xgimi says its 4K Horizon Max can produce 3,100 ISO Lumens from its “Dual Light 2.0” laser and LED hybrid light source. It’s … Read more
As the Consumer Tech team prepares to head to Las Vegas for CES 2024 next week, we cannot stop thinking about LG’s adorable 4K projector while also wondering what an Xbox-inspired BLT would taste like. Oh, and we also rounded up the top product stories of the week. LG Just Announced the Cutest Little 4K … Read more
Sabrina Ortiz/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysThe latest Nebula Capsule 3 Pocket Projector is ideal for people who want to take the cinema experience on the go while reaping the software benefits of Google TV. The projector is on sale for $550. Despite its small form factor, the Capsule 3 delivers top-quality visuals and sound.On battery power, the projector … Read more
The CineBeam Qube sports a 360-degree rotatable handle.Image: PR Newswire LG recently announced a new 4K projector, the CineBeam Qube, and I’m pretty smitten with it. It supports 4K and can project up to 120 inches, but its “eye-catching minimal aesthetic” is what the company seems most proud of. The CineBeam Qube is pretty cute. Vizio’s … Read more
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A sign reportedly placed at Alamo Drafthouse’s Minnesota location informing patrons that no films will be shown that day. | Photo: 3NU (Reddit) “Sorry everyone! Sony is having issues with their projectors that is preventing us from being able to project movies at some of our theaters today.” That’s what theater chain Alamo Drafthouse posted … Read more