All-in-one

Household appliance veteran Paris Rhône is breaking into the home entertainment sector with a 4K UHD ultra-short-throw laser projector that can output big-screen visuals from a few inches away, while also rocking its own powerful sound system.

For many, the global COVID-19 pandemic has made going to work a case of making some space at home and powering on the webcam-packing PC. Lenovo has just launched its 7th-gen Yoga machines to tempt those looking to upgrade their home office.

Though sales of vinyl records have been steadily rising in recent years, the vast majority of music we listen to comes via streaming services. CoolGeek embraces both formats with a Bluetooth-capable turntable that also includes its own sound system.

Bang & Olufsen is marking 50 years since the launch of the Beogram 4000 series turntables with the release of a very limited run music system comprising a recreated classic turntable, wireless speakers, a funky remote and a wooden storage cabinet.

Though perhaps mostly known for its high-end digital audio players like the mighty A&ultima SP2000T, Astell&Kern also has ear candy, speakers and amps in its product lineup. Now the company has combined a desktop headphone amp with a music player for a blocky all-in-one system known as the Acro CA1000.

Many indoor growing systems aimed at supplying users with a steady supply of year-round greens have started life as startup dreams on Kickstarter. But the latest is a freestanding appliance from consumer electronics giant LG called the Tiiun.

Sales of vinyl records have been steadily rising over the last few years, but those looking to tap into the resurgence may not have space for a turntable, hi-fi separates and floor-standing speakers. That's where the Victrola Premiere V1 comes in.

UK hi-fi specialist Audiolab has leveraged its award-winning know-how to create a "just add speakers" music system called the Omnia, which features a Class AB amp, rocks a CD player, caters to streaming needs, and can even be cabled to a turntable.

Startup Jireno has launched a Full HD projector that's capable of throwing a 200-inch image onto a wall or screen, and comes with a built-in smart TV system and integrated speakers for an all-in-one entertainment system you can carry in a backpack.

Though probably known more for its computers and laptops, Taiwan's Acer also outputs a healthy line of projectors for both work and play. The latest addition is a 4K ultra-short-throw laser projector for home theaters large or small.

Though Xgimi has impressed us with its portable all-in one projectors like the Halo, the company has a number of more capable models in its lineup. The latest is a 4K Laser TV called the Aura, an ultra-short-throw projector with a 60-W sound system.

Earlier in the year we got to take Xgimi's Halo portable all-in-one projector for review, and were mighty impressed by what it offered. Now the company has announced a new flavor that promises easier setup, a brighter throw and more features.