home theater

Back in January, Hisense rolled into CES with an 8K laser projector called the 120LX plus a bunch of 4K ultra-short-throwers. Now the PX2-Pro and PL1 laser cinema models have gone up for sale, so let's have a closer look.

Optoma released its first UST laser projector in 2019, while also integrating a NuForce soundbar. The successful formula was updated the following year, and now the company has added two new flavors to the range: the CinemaX D2 and CinemaX D2 Smart.

Last year, Leica partnered with a Chinese home entertainment hardware company to launch a FHD UST projector named the O1 Pro. Now the premium camera optics veteran has launched its own model at IFA 2022, the 4K Cine 1 Laser TV.

Sony is treating home theater buffs to three new 4K laser projectors, all featuring what's claimed to be the world's smallest SXRD imaging chip as well as a laser light source and a high-end picture processor.

Last month, Epson made an impressive bid for home theaters with the launch of its most advanced laser projector to date. Now tech from that LS12000 flagship has trickled down into a cheaper 4K HDR model aimed at movie lovers and big-screen gamers.

Epson has introduced what's billed as its most advanced home theater projector to date. The LS12000 combines a new light source with processing algorithms and some nifty pixel-shifting technology to deliver a "zero compromise" 4K image on the wall.

ViewSonic is set to light up the home theater with X1 standard-throw and X2 short-throw LED smart projectors. Both models have a native Full HD resolution, high LED brightness, built-in wireless smarts and integrated speakers.

Watching projected movies in well-lit rooms can be a bit of a wash out, but Optoma says that its latest 4K laser projector offers "vibrant, true-to-life visuals" at any time of the day, and even has tech that compensates for different colored walls.

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.

A few months ago, Sony unveiled a wireless neckband speaker aimed at folks working from home. Now there's a new sibling that works with a transmitter plugged into the company's Bravia XR TVs to immerse the wearer in Dolby Atmos surround sound.

Compelling home theater is a one-step process these days, and XGIMI's flagship Horizon Pro 4K/60p projector is a brilliant example. It's fast, smart and powerful with built-in Android TV, premium 16-W audio and a spectacular image up to 300 inches.

Sony is retiring a couple of projectors from its home-cinema lineup, but has also announced their immediate replacements. The new models feature an image processor based on those used in the company's Bravia televisions, but optimized for projectors.