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ProjectorCentral is a comprehensive resource for individuals looking to learn about projectors, screens, and associated technology. Our team, consisting of Evan Powell, David Colin, Liz Jefferys, and a select group of experienced freelance writers, provides insightful reviews and commentary on various projector models and projection technologies. We pride ourselves on maintaining an extensive database that includes almost every digital projector available today, as well as those that have been announced or are no longer in production.

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Kaleidescape Introduces the New Strato M Movie Player

2 weeks ago | projectorcentral.com | Jeremy J. Glowacki

The Kaleidescape Strato M is a new entry-level movie player for residential, marine, and commercial theatre systems, offered at half the price of Kaleidescape's previous lowest-cost system. The goal of the Strato M is to provide reference 2K video output, with better than Blu-ray quality. Strato M supports lossless multi-channel and spatial object-based audio, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X.
Podcast: Reviewing the Philips GamePix 900 4K Gaming Projector

3 weeks ago | projectorcentral.com | Jeremy J. Glowacki

On this week's episode, Nikki Kahl joins us from Los Angeles, CA, where she serves as a digital publishing designer and projector reviewer for ProjectorCentral. Kahl's expertise in technology and visual storytelling informs her in-depth projector reviews, which are home entertainment- and gaming-centric. Outside of her excellent work with ProjectorCentral, she is also a writer, illustrator, and filmmaker.
Sony Expands XR Processor Line Up with New BRAVIA Projector 7

3 weeks ago | projectorcentral.com | Jeremy J. Glowacki

The BRAVIA Projector 7 (VPL-XW5100ES) is the latest native 4K SXRD laser projector from Sony Electronics, joining the existing BRAVIA Projector 9 and 8 to deliver a professional-grade cinematic HDR projection experience in the home. BRAVIA Projector 7 is equipped with Sony's laser light source, offering up to 2,200-lumen enhanced brightness (higher than the projector's best-selling predecessor VPL-XW5000ES, which is being discontinued) in Sony's compact lightweight design.
Epson QS100 4K PRO-UHD Answers Needs of Custom Integrators

3 weeks ago | projectorcentral.com | Jeremy J. Glowacki

The new Epson QS100 4K PRO-UHD, an ISF-certified HDR ultra-short-throw laser projector, was manufactured in response to specific feature design and pricing requests from custom integrators.
Q&A: How Magnetar is Addressing the Demand for Universal Media Players

1 month ago | projectorcentral.com | Jeremy J. Glowacki

Magnetar is a premium brand created for audiophiles and cinephiles who demand uncompromising media playback performance. That mission, according to Magnetar Audio North America President Rob Jones, drives the company to create high-end, format agnostic media players that offer "a seamless and elevated" entertainment experience.
Optoma Caters to Home Cinema Market with HCPro-4400

1 month ago | projectorcentral.com | Jeremy J. Glowacki

Optoma has the professional installation market and home cinema enthusiasts in mind when designing its new HCPro-4400 4K UHD (3840 x 2160 pixels) projector powered by Dolby Vision technology. The HCPro-4400, which features certifications for Dolby Vision, HDR10+, and Filmmaker Mode, and boasts a 3,200,000:1 contrast ratio and 5,000 lumens of brightness.
Barco I600-4K15 Laser Projector Review

1 month ago | projectorcentral.com | Brian Nadel

Barco I600-4K15 0 1 DLP Laser Projector Our Take The Barco I600 projector sets the pace for medium- to large-size venue projectors by combining innovative projection technologies from the past five years with a unique touchscreen dashboard that puts everything at your fingertips. Pros Bright output Good range of lenses Pixel-shifted 4K resolution 5-inch LCD dashboard display Sealed laser light engine Pulse add-on connection boards Cons HDBaseT port not standard No video-out connection With up...
Dangbei Freedo Portable Projector with Google TV Launches in UK

1 month ago | projectorcentral.com | Jeremy J. Glowacki

The Dangbei Freedo, the brand's first portable Google TV projector, is now available to purchase on Amazon UK for £599. To celebrate the launch, Dangbei is offering an extra £150 off for UK customers using the promo code FREEOFF150, reducing the price to £449.00. In the U.S., the projector is available for $549 (MSRP) on the Dangbei website (currently only $439 using code: 439FREEDO). Amazon U.S. stock is due in soon).
Podcast: Reviewing the Valerion VisionMaster Pro 2 Projector

1 month ago | projectorcentral.com | Jeremy J. Glowacki

On this week's podcast, Sammie Prescott joins us from Colorado Springs, where he is a QA software engineer, ISF Level III professional calibrator, and a frequent projector and projection screen reviewer at ProjectorCentral. This week we will discuss his most recent Projector Central review of the VisionMaster Pro 2, from AWOL's sister brand Valerion.
Epson Granted Default Judgement in Deceptive Advertising Lawsuit

1 month ago | projectorcentral.com | Jeremy J. Glowacki

Epson has announced that a default judgment was entered for its recent lawsuit against Dr. J, an Amazon selling partner. Finding that Dr. J was unfairly competing by using false, deceptive, or misleading statements of fact that misrepresent the nature, quality, and characteristics of its current line of projector products, Dr. J was ordered to pay more than $580,000 in damages.