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Engadget’s 12-item guide covers ambient lighting, streaming devices, projectors, TVs, mounts, antennas, cables, and speakers to upgrade a living room into a home theater, with price points and notes for gatherings like the Super Bowl 2026.
Valerion's VisionMaster Max delivers cinema-grade image quality with a triple-laser RGB light source, dynamic iris/Enhanced Black Level, and broad HDR support, plus strong gaming performance and easy setup. However, at roughly $4,000–$5,000 it’s hard to justify for most buyers when competing with the VisionMaster Pro2, Nebula X1, and XGIMI Horizon 20 Max, making it a niche luxury option rather than a everyday upgrade.
Samsung's new Freestyle+ projector, announced ahead of CES 2026, offers nearly double the brightness of its predecessor with 430 ISO lumens, along with advanced features like AI OptiScreen, auto keystone correction, and wall calibration, making it a versatile and adaptable portable projector, though it still requires power to operate.
Samsung has upgraded its Freestyle Plus portable projector with a brighter 430 ISO lumens, nearly double the previous generation, improving visibility in ambient light, though the company hasn't disclosed detailed specs or pricing yet. The projector maintains its compact design and smart features like keystone correction and Wi-Fi streaming, but still lacks a built-in battery.
Roku has launched its first projector, the Aurzen Roku TV Smart Projector D1R Cube, offering a portable, easy-to-set-up device with a 40-150 inch projection size, 1080p HD, and Roku's streaming platform for under $200, suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
Roku has launched its first projector, the Aurzen Roku TV Smart Projector D1R Cube, offering a portable, easy-to-set-up device with a 40-150 inch projection size, 1080p HD, and Roku's streaming platform for under $200, suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
The Anker Nebula X1 is a high-end portable projector with 4K resolution, exceptional image quality, and innovative features like liquid cooling and automatic setup, making it ideal for outdoor and indoor use, but its steep price limits accessibility.
This article provides a curated list of the best tech gifts for Father's Day, including high-quality headphones, smartwatches, e-paper tablets, power tools, projectors, and more, suitable for various interests and budgets.
The Anker Nebula Capsule Air, a portable projector the size of a soda can, has become a bedtime game-changer for a parent struggling with a toddler's FOMO. Priced at $400, it offers access to streaming apps like PBS, making it ideal for children's shows. Despite its 150 ANSI lumens, it performs well in dark settings, providing a sharp 1280 x 720 resolution. With a battery life of nearly two hours, it's perfect for vacations or camping. While not as bright as larger projectors, its portability and ease of use make it a favorite gadget.
Samsung unveiled an updated version of its Ballie robot at CES 2024, featuring a new projector capability that allows it to project images onto the floor, wall, or ceiling while following users around the home. The robot also functions as a smart home assistant, controlling devices like lights and laundry machines, and can greet users at the door. However, it remains unclear when or if Ballie will be released, as Samsung did not provide details on availability or pricing during the event.
Xgimi unveiled the Horizon Max, the world's first IMAX Enhanced-certified long-throw smart projector, promising a cinematic experience at home with features like ISA 5.0 and Dual Light 2.0 technologies. The projector's vintage design and pricing are yet to be announced. Additionally, Xgimi introduced Aladdin, a 3-in-1 product combining a ceiling lamp, high-end projector, and connected speakers, set to launch in Japan in June 2024.
The author, previously averse to owning a TV, explores the world of projectors and reviews the Anker Nebula Capsule 3. This compact and portable projector, likened to the size of a soda can, offers a 120-inch projection, built-in Bluetooth speaker, and Chromecast for $800. Despite its need for a dark room and some calibration, the author finds it a compelling television replacement, especially for those considering a home projector that's easy to use and relatively affordable.
LG has unveiled the CineBeam Qube HU710PB, a stylish and compact 4K projector featuring LED/laser technology, with a brightness of 500 ANSI lumens and a contrast ratio of 450,000:1. It supports a projection size of 50 to 120 inches and comes with webOS 6.0, allowing for streaming from services like Netflix and YouTube without an external player. The projector is portable, easy to set up, and offers wireless content transmission from mobile devices. Pricing and availability details are to be announced, with the projector set to be showcased at CES in Las Vegas.
Amazon is offering a Black Friday deal on the Epson Home Cinema 5050UB 4K PRO-UHD 3-Chip LCD Projector, with a $600 discount bringing the price down to $2399.99. Considered one of the best projectors under $3K, the 5050UB delivers excellent picture quality, especially in terms of black level and contrast ratio. It uses 2-way pixel shifting to achieve a simulated 4K resolution and has flexible placement options. While there may be better projectors available at higher prices, the 5050UB offers a great value for its performance.
Humane, a secretive startup founded by ex-Apple employees, is set to unveil the "AI Pin," an AI-powered wearable projector that aims to replace smartphones. Priced at $699, the device will require a $24 monthly subscription for cellular data, cloud storage, and unlimited queries of its voice assistant. The AI Pin will be powered by GPT-4 and will feature an operating system called Cosmos. It will come with magnetic clips that double as battery packs, a personic speaker, Bluetooth headphone connectivity, a Trust Light for audio/video recording, and a built-in touchpad. More details will be revealed during the official unveiling.