The Leica Cine Play 1 home cinema projector has been released. The new model is described as a mini-projector, measuring 242 x 261 x 229 mm (10.3 x 9.5 x 9.0 inches), with a Bauhaus-inspired design. The device sits on a tilting base, allowing you to adjust the projection angle as needed.
The Cine Play 1 is marketed as a 4K projector, though it has a 3,840 x 2,160 px resolution achieved by pixel-shifting. The DLP model has an RGB laser light source for up to 3,000 lumens brightness and can throw images up to 300 inches wide. Plus, the device has a 2,000,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, over 100% coverage of the BT.2020 color space and support for Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG. The VIDAA U7.6 OS allows you to use popular streaming apps like Netflix and Disney+ or screencast via Apple AirPlay.
You can control the device with voice commands and connect external devices via HDMI 2.1, USB 3.0 and S/PDIF ports. Other features include a gaming mode with an under 12 ms latency at 1080px@120Hz and two built-in 10W speakers. The Leica Cine Play 1 home cinema projector is now available for $3,795/£2,950/€3,500. The company also offers a Floor Stand accessory, priced at $495/£335/€395.