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One of Amazon's Black Friday sales applies to the enormous 77-inch model variant of the sought-after LG C3, which is one of the more popular OLED TVs on the market since it offers an enticing price-performance ratio thanks to its 120Hz panel and respectable peak brightness.

The Insignia range of smart televisions has been subject to a wide range of price cuts for Black Friday, with some excellent deals to be had for those after a bargain set that won’t break the bank. A couple of standouts are the Insignia 32-inch F20 smart TV that has been hit with a 47% price cut, while a 65-inch F30 unit with 4K support has been reduced by 32%.

Fengmi has launched the Xming Q3 Neo smart projector in China. The new model has a native 1080p resolution and can project images up to 120-in (~305 cm) wide. Other features of the gadget from the Xiaomi subsidiary brand include Miija smart home compatibility, screencasting, and integrated speakers.

Hisense has announced a new TV that should be able to impress with an almost absurdly high brightness and numerous dimming zones. In particular, content with a high contrast range should be easy to reproduce.

Portronics has launched the Pico 12 projector in India. The portable model supports 4K and has an LED light source producing up to 3,200 lumens brightness. Other features include an Android 11-based OS, integrated speakers, Bluetooth connectivity, and a range of ports, including HDMI, USB-A, and IR.

Thanks to a massive 70% discount relative to the original MSRP, the LG S80QY has turned into a decent option for television owners who are in the market for an affordable soundbar with subwoofer and Dolby Atmos support.

Anker’s Nebula sub-brand has launched the Capsule 3 and Mars 3 Air portable Google TV projectors with integrated Netflix worldwide. The gadgets have a 1080p resolution, with the Mars 3 Air’s maximum brightness at 400 lumens. Plus, both models are currently discounted thanks to in-page vouchers.

CheckMag Notebookcheck has reported on numerous fantastic deals this past week. However, these three have stood out, and they are still available at discounted prices. The LG G3 Series OLED TV delivers 65-inch viewing delight, while gamers can check out the powerful Lenovo Legion Pro 5i laptop with RTX 4070 dGPU onboard and smartphone fans should look at Google’s Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro price cuts.

Bose has discounted its new Smart Ultra Soundbar in countries including the US, Canada, the UK and the Netherlands. Customers are offered up to US$100, with the deal terms differing by region. The soundbar, featuring Dolby Atmos and AI Dialogue mode, can be controlled with voice commands.

Viewsonic has launched the LX700-4K, a new projector designed for Xbox. The gadget has a laser light source delivering up to 3,500 ANSI lumens brightness and a maximum recommended image size of 300-in (~762 cm). Gaming features include a 240Hz refresh rate, a 4.2ms input lag and HDMI 2.0b/HDCP 2.2 ports.

Hisense has discounted its U7 Mini LED 4K TV series at Amazon in the US. The 55-in model is now less than US$500, with the 85-in model more than US$700 cheaper than the retail price. The TV has up to 1,000 nits brightness, supports Dolby Vision IQ, and has a 144Hz gaming mode.

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The Dolby Atmos-capable soundbar from Bose is now on sale at Amazon as the world's largest online retailer currently grants a considerable 40% discount on the white color variant of the Smart Soundbar 900, which results in a new all-time low.

NOMVDIC is now selling its projectors at Amazon in the UK. The brand also announced a range of Black Friday discounts, offering up to 50% off. The offers are available in the US and UK Amazon stores, including models like the portable R150, 4K P1000, and RGB triple laser L500.

Qbeamer is crowdfunding for its A80 projector at Kickstarter. The company calls it a “True 4K UHD Projector”, though it has a 1080p native resolution. Other features of the Google Certified projector include a maximum brightness of 1,500 ANSI lumens, built-in speakers and Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Currently named Vega, Amazon's Android alternative for Google's mobile operating system is allegedly being tested on Fire TV devices and might hit the market in less than a year. Unlike the existing AOSP-based Fire OS, Vega is reportedly based on a Linux core and, in the long run, will run on all Amazon devices.

All size variants of the sought-after LG G3 OLED, including the popular 65-inch and 55-inch models, have received noteworthy discounts at Amazon and other online retailers as the flagship television from the 2023 model year has hit its most affordable price point two weeks in advance of this year's Black Friday.

Various Panasonic TV models are now eligible for a 5-year guarantee in the UK, Germany and Austria. For context, the standard guarantee offered is for one year. The promotion details differ by region, with the deal backdated for customers who already purchased a TV within the time window.

Xiaomi has launched a pre-sale event for the Projector Youth Edition 2S in China. The new model can throw images up to 120-in (~305 cm) wide and has up to 500 ANSI lumens brightness. Other features include smart home integration, voice commands and an auto-focus tool.

The 65-inch Hisense 65U8K with a 4K resolution, Mini-LED backlight, a 144 Hz max refresh rate, and 1500 nits of advertised brightness has dropped to an all-time low rate on Amazon. The TV comes highly-rated and features a VA panel with great contrast, black uniformity, and HDR performance alongside solid out-of-the-box calibration and reflection handling. Finally, there is Google Smart TV on board as well as support for Apple Airplay.

The powerful flagship soundbar's most recognizable feature are the truly wireless satellite speakers with 10 hours of battery life. Thanks to a massive sale discount at the manufacturer's official online store, the JBL Bar 9.1 can now be ordered for less than half its official list price.

The Optoma UHZ66 4K projector is now on sale. The company suggests using the new model to watch movies or sports or in a meeting room. Features include up to 4,000 lumens brightness from a laser light source, gaming mode and integrated speaker.

The Anker Nebula Mars 3 Air portable projector is launching in November. The 1080p model has up to 400 ANSI lumens brightness and a 1.2 throw ratio. Built-in Google TV and the Netflix app allow you to stream content from various sources, with the projector running for up to 2.5 hours on the integrated battery.

Nebula, an Anker brand, has unveiled the Capsule 3 portable projector, which will go on sale in November. The 1080p model has up to 200 ANSI lumens brightness, with an integrated power pack providing up to 2.5 hours of movie-watching. Other features include Google TV, built-in Netflix and an autofocus tool.

The TCL T7G Max TV is now available in China. The device has a 4K@144Hz resolution and a peak brightness of 1,100 nits. Other features include built-in 2.1 channel speakers and support for Dolby Vision IQ and AMD FreeSync.

Samsung's 5.0-channel soundbar from the 2022 model year has returned to its lowest price yet as Amazon has put the Dolby Atmos-capable HW-S60B on sale with a discount of US$150 relative to the official list price.

Formovie has announced that the Xming Page One LCD projector will launch for general sale in November. Customers can currently “pre-order” the device with a US$100 discount. Features of the 1080p model include 500 CVIA lumens brightness, integrated Boston Dynamics speakers and built-in Google TV.

Paris Rhône has unveiled the SP005 4K Projector, which can now be pre-ordered in the US. The model has an LCD light source producing up to 600 ANSI lumens brightness, with support for HDR10+. Other features of the projector include Android 9.0, a built-in 24W speaker system and autofocus.

The new Vankyo Vista T4 laser projector has been unleashed on the US market with "advanced" ALPD 4.0 technology for a "cinematic experience". It is rated to throw a 150-inch image in "native 4K" from less than 20 inches away from the wall in question, and also packs 2-channel 60W speakers with Dolby Audio and DTS for a potentially all-in-one home theater package.

The JMGO Nano PTZ Projector is now available to pre-order in China. The gadget can be tilted up to 127°, allowing you to throw images up to 150-in (~381 cm) wide on your wall or ceiling. Other features of the compact model include 500 CVIA lumens brightness, built-in speakers and voice commands.

Lenovo has revealed the Xiaoxin 100S projector in China, with a pre-order campaign starting this November. The cheaper 1080p model has up to 270 CVIA lumens brightness and can throw images up to 150-in (~381 cm) wide. Other features of the Android projector include automatic image-perfecting tools and built-in speakers.

Hisense has launched its C1 TriChroma Laser Mini Projector in the US and Europe. The gadget has up to 1,600 ANSI lumens brightness and can throw images up to 300-in (~762 cm) wide. Other features include built-in speakers, Apple AirPlay or Miracast screencasting and support for Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos.

Redmi has launched the 2024 edition of its Smart TV A75 in China. The 75-in 4K UHD model has a native 60 Hz refresh rate. Compared to its predecessor, the new version has a gaming mode with 120Hz motion rate, extra storage and improved connectivity. Other features include voice controls and built-in speakers.

Xiaomi has launched a larger 85-in model in its TV A Pro series. The 4K UHD device has a native 60 Hz refresh rate, with a 120Hz motion rate activated in a gaming mode. Other features include voice commands, screencasting from a mobile device and a built-in 20W sound system supporting DTS.

Samsung's S90C TV lineup now starts at US$1297.99 after receiving some major price cuts at Amazon US. They come with bright and vivid QD-OLED panels with a maximum refresh rate of 144 Hz, making them equally stunning for watching movies and gaming. Additionally, they're some of the few TVs on the market with four full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports.

The Xiaomi TV S Pro is now available to pre-order in China in 65-in and 75-in sizes. The 4K Mini LED model has a 144Hz refresh rate with support for Dolby Vision IQ and over 2,000 nits brightness. The more affordable device also has Filmmaker and Gaming modes alongside support for Wi-Fi 6.

The 2023 TCL SF5 TV has arrived as a more affordable option in Spain and will soon launch in the UK. The device has built-in Fire TV with an Alexa-powered voice remote and Apple AirPlay screencasting. Plus, the new TV boasts support for HDR10, HLG, Dolby Audio and DTS-HD technologies.

Hisense's PL1 4K Smart Laser Cinema has debuted in the US, now selling at retailers like Amazon and Best Buy. The ultra-short throw model offers vibrant colors and compatibility with HDR10, Dolby Vision, and Dolby Atmos. Plus, the gadget is currently discounted at Amazon.

The Hisense PX2-PRO TriChroma Laser Cinema is now on sale in the US, following an EU launch earlier this year. The 4K projector’s laser engine delivers up to 2,400 ANSI lumens brightness, covering 107% of the BT.2020 color gamut and supporting Dolby Vision. Other features include Game Mode, built-in speakers and Google TV.

The Dangbei X5 Pro projector is now available to pre-order in China. The 4K model has a laser light source with up to 2,450 CVIA lumens brightness, supporting HDR10+. Other features include an integrated 24W sound system compatible with Dolby Audio, voice commands and 120Hz MEMC motion smoothing.

The Displace TV is touted as the world's first smart screen that works without cables of any kind, and also without a conventional wall-mount of any kind. Now, its OEM has gone into more detail on the "vacuum suction system" that keeps it up instead, and what happens if it or the integrity of the wall behind it were to fail. This involves the "ingenious" safeguards inside the TV rated to let it abseil down gently rather than shatter on the floor.

Amazon has revealed an invite-only deal which will give some customers a 60% discount on the Amazon Fire TV 50" Omni Series 4K UHD smart TV. The deal will be available to successful Prime customers between October 10th and 11th as part of the Prime Big Deal Days event. Features of the 4K TV include support for HDR10, HLG and Dolby Digital Plus, and Amazon Alexa voice commands.

An invite-only Amazon deal will offer 60% off the Hisense 50-inch U6HF 4K ULED Smart Fire TV. Successful applicants will be able to access the discount via a link shared by email between October 10th and 11th. Features of the TV include support for Dolby Vision HDR, built-in Fire TV, and Amazon Alexa voice commands.

The LG A2 OLED 4K UHD Smart webOS TV is on offer at Best Buy and Amazon in the US. The 48-in model is now available with a 50% discount, reducing the price to US$649.99. Features of the cheaper TV include support for Dolby Vision IQ, Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa voice commands and built-in speakers.

Vizio's budget soundbar will not produce the most impressive soundstage while watching blockbuster movies, but for shoppers with around US$100 to spend, the current 2023 iteration of the affordable V-Series can be worth consideration.

The BenQ X500i and X300G gaming projectors have been unveiled. The new short throw 4K models cover 84% of the DCI-P3 color gamut and have up to 2,200 ANSI lumens brightness. Gaming features include modes to suit various game types, a low input lag and audio enhanced with BenQ CinematicSound technology.

ULTIMEA has launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for the Thor T60 Laser TV. The device has a triple laser light source delivering up to 4,000 ANSI lumens brightness and covering 120% of the BT.2020 color space. Other features include a 3D mode, ALLM and support for Dolby Vision.

BenQ has unveiled the X3100i, a 4K HDR gaming projector expected to launch later this year. The device has a 4LED light source for up to 3,300 ANSI lumens brightness, throwing images up to 150-in (~381 cm) wide. Gaming features include RPG and SPG modes and a 4.2ms input lag for a 1080p@240Hz resolution.

The standalone JBL soundbar is an affordable speaker system for small rooms or secondary televisions. Although the Bar 2.0 does not support Dolby Atmos or comes with a dedicated subwoofer, it should provide a considerably better audio experience compared to most integrated TV speakers.