Laser TV

Back in June, Philips launched a hugely successful Indiegogo for a Full HD ultra-short-throw projector named the Screeneo U4. Now the company is looking to repeat that winning formula with the Screeneo U5 4K UST laser projector.

Rather than employ fairly common ALDP laser technology for its upcoming all-in-one ultra-short-throw 4K projector, Casiris Tech has opted to use a separate laser for each RGB color for improved color accuracy.

Hisense USA has launched a new 4K ultra-short-throw smart projector that features the same TriChroma laser engine as the L9G from 2021 and the PX1 Pro from earlier this year, but comes in cheaper than either.

Ultra-short-throw projectors are a good fit for folks who don't have the space for overhead home theater setups, as they can be plonked near to the wall or screen. Epson has now introduced a new "super-UST" flavor that can snuggle even closer.

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.

Last year we had the toaster-sized Horizon Pro 4K/60p projector from XGIMI to keep us company during hard COVID lockdowns. Now it's the turn of the company's flagship ultra-short-throw model to spend some time on our review bench.

LG has followed the release of the HU715Q CineBeam 4K ultra-short-throw projector with a new flagship aimed at "serious movie lovers." The HU915QE boasts a tight throw ratio, a triple-laser light source, high brightness and a built-in sound system.

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.

LG has announced its most advanced 4K CineBeam projectors. The HU715Q model is a UST laser projector capable of throwing 120-inch images on the wall, while the HU710P employs a laser/LED light source combo for up to 300-inch visuals.

The world of projected home cinema has seen a number of interesting partnerships this year, including JMGO and Leica for optics and Xgimi and Harman Kardon for sound. Now B&W has joined forces with Formovie for the T1 ultra-short-throw 4K projector.

UST projectors are a good option for those who want wall-filling movie nights without a wall-filling big-screen TV dominating the room. The MaxAngel M1 can throw a huge 4K image on the wall, or can be had with a 100-inch light-rejecting screen.

If you want to watch blockbuster movies at a friend's house, but their living room TV is already in use, a portable projector is a good way to go. The Wemax Go Pro can throw 120-inch images, and is reported 2-3x brighter than LED-based competitors.