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Though you can spend a lot of time and money setting up a dedicated home theater space, smart projectors could mean you don't have to. The TK705 projectors are a great excuse not to bother, offering easy setup 4K visuals that are daytime bright.

Back in 2021, BenQ launched an odd-looking portable projector with a built-in 2.1-channel sound system. Now the company has updated the recipe for more defined visuals and more powerful audio output. But the funky ceiling-friendly design remains.

Back in May we covered the China-only release of a lifestyle projector merged with a mood lamp. Now that idea has morphed into the brightest member of Epson's new Lifestudio mini projector family for US release, which also includes a 4K Pop model.

Epson has launched a new "stylish, beautifully crafted" UST projector for home cinema enthusiasts. The Lifestudio Grand EH-LS670 promises daytime bright 4K visuals at up to 120 inches, and immersive sound by Bose.

TCL twisted out a few sparse details for a Rubik's Cube-like portable projector back in January, followed by more tantalizing drip feeds. Now the PlayCube has officially launched, with full specs, pricing and a promo video.

Crowdfunding success story Valerion has revealed full details and pricing for the enhanced version of its VisionMaster Max 4K laser projector first shown at CES 2025, which can be optioned with interchangeable lenses and immersive surround sound.

XGIMI is targeting home entertainment and gaming enthusiasts with its new Horizon 20 projectors. These not only promise super high brightness levels, but also the option to bump frame rates up to 240 Hz for smooth motion while gaming.

Google TV smart projectors can be a pricey proposition, but we've seen a wave of affordable options pop up lately. The latest is a "searchlight-style" model from the makers of that funky tri-fold pocket entertainer known as the Zip.

Optoma launched an interesting ultra-short-throw projector for the European market back in February. Now we have more details and US release pricing for the battery-powered Photon Go tri-laser entertainment hub.

JMGO has a new family member. The PicoPlay brings the party to any indoor space with Full HD projection combined with a Bluetooth music speaker and ambient light show, in a form factor about the size of a travel mug and light enough for an easy carry.

Dangbei launched a smart 4K projector last year that was claimed to be the world's first GTV laser projector with official Netflix. That model was later renamed the DBox02, and it's now been joined by a cheaper sibling rocking a Pro moniker.

Laser light sources for projectors have their pros and cons. The same is true for LED. The MP1 Max from Dangbei teams them up for the promise of "stunning color accuracy, and enhanced viewing comfort."