Home Theater

The well-rounded 3.1.2 soundbar from LG's 2021 lineup is approaching the end of its market cycle, which may be the reason why Best Buy is now selling the Dolby Atmos audio system with a powerful subwoofer for a fraction of its regular price.

BlitzWolf is selling its BW-V5 1080p projector globally via Banggood. According to the product listing, the device has an LED light source producing up to 9,000 lumens brightness and throwing images up to 200-in (~508 cm) wide. Other features include keystone correction, HDMI and USB-A ports and a built-in 5 W speaker.

Anker has discounted the Nebula Cosmos 1080p laser projector in countries including Germany, the US, the UK and France, offering up to 33% off. The portable gadget can throw images up to 150-in (~381 cm) wide with up to 1,840 ANSI lumens brightness. Features include built-in speakers with Dolby Audio support and an HDMI port.

BenQ has launched the W4000i, a 4K HD LED home theater projector, in Europe. The gadget has an LED light source with up to 3,200 lumens brightness and a 1.15 to 1.5 throw ratio. Other features include HDR-PRO, support for 24P playback and built-in speakers with Dolby Atmos. An accompanying Android TV dongle allows you to download apps from the Google Play Store.

Best Buy US is currently offering US$130 off the VIZIO 65-in Class MQ6 Series 4K QLED HDR Smart TV. The device supports Dolby Vision, HDR10+ and HLG and has various gaming features. You can control the TV via an app or voice commands and cast content via AirPlay or Chromecast.

Fengmi has launched a pre-sale event for its Laser TV C3 in China. The 4K ultra short throw projector can cast images up to 200-in (~508 cm) wide with up to 400 nits brightness. Other features of the device include support for HDR10+, MEMC and two built-in 15W speakers. Plus, the Formovie projector is compatible with the Xiaomi Mijia smart home system.

AWOL Vision has reduced the price of its new 2023 LTV-2500 4K UST Triple Laser Projector in the US; a discount is also available on the more powerful LTV-3500 model. The LTV-2500 has a peak brightness of 2,000 ANSI lumens, while the LTV-3500 has up to 3,500 ANSI lumens. Other features include a Turbo Mode with reduced input lag, and support for HDR10+.

Haier brand Casarte has unveiled the new E68 4K QD Mini-LED TV in China. The device has a 240 Hz refresh rate with VRR, MEMC and ALLM. The TV's display is anti-reflective, and a built-in speaker system supports 5.1 channel surround sound. Plus, you can control the gadget with voice commands.

A report by DisplaySpecifications suggests that a new Hisense A85K TV will launch in Europe later this year. The 4K OLED model has a 120Hz refresh rate and gaming features like AMD FreeSync Premium. Plus, you can use Anyview to wirelessly cast content from a mobile device and control the TV with Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant voice commands.

The Dangbei Neo Smart Projector has launched in the US and will launch later this month in Europe. The new model has a native 1080p ratio, up to 540 ISO lumens brightness, and can throw images up to 120-in (~350 cm) wide. The compact projector weighs 1.42 kg (~3.13 lbs), making it easier to transport.

The BenQ V5000i RGB laser ultra short throw projector has been announced for the US. The new model has up to 2,500 ANSI lumens brightness with HDR10+ compatibility and 95% BT.2020 color gamut coverage. Gaming features include support for 4K@120Hz and a low input lag.

BenQ has announced three new home cinema projectors for the US, the HT4550i, HT3560 and TK860i. The 4K gadgets have HDR-PRO and Local Contrast Enhancement technologies. The HT4550i has up to 3,200 ANSI lumens brightness and is designed for professional screening rooms, while the cheaper HT3560 model has a 2,200 ANSI lumen limit.

TCL has launched a pre-sale event for the Q10H 4K Mini-LED TV in China. The device has a 2,304 zone backlight and up to 3,000 nits brightness. Other features include a built-in sound system with a subwoofer, a 144 Hz refresh rate and the ability to control the gadget with voice commands.

Sony has announced pricing and availability for the new BRAVIA XR TVs that are coming to the North American market. They will come in OLED, mini LED or Full Array LED varieties, all of which be 4K HDR, will run Google TV and have the latest Cognitive Processor XR. The new BRAVIA XR range for the US or Canada will have sizes ranging to 55-inch entry-level models to the top-end 98-inch X90L model.

The BenQ TK860i and W2710i 4K projectors will shortly launch in the EU. The TK860i has up to 3,300 lumens brightness and 98% Rec. 709 color space coverage, while the W2710i has a maximum brightness of 2,220 lumens and supports HDR10+. Both models have a built-in 2.1-channel speaker system and Android TV.

Hisense has unveiled the E7KQ PRO TV on its Spanish website, available in sizes from 55-in to 75-in. The 4K TV has gaming features, including a 144Hz refresh rate, a game bar and HDMI 2.1 ports. Other tools include Anyview wireless screen-casting and integrated 2.1 channel speakers.

The gorgeous 55-inch Bravia A80K from Sony's 2022 Bravia lineup is still one of the better bang-for-the-buck options for OLED TV enthusiasts until the succeeding 2023 models receive significant price cuts.

A Xiaomi Youpin pre-sale event for the Redmi Smart TV MAX 90-in has launched. The gadget has a 4K display with a 144Hz refresh rate and support for HDR10+. Other features of the device include integrated 30W speakers, Wi-Fi 6 connectivity and support for AMD FreeSync Premium.

Samsung has discounted its QN800B Neo QLED 8K 65-in, 75-in and 85-in TVs in the US. Deals are available at Amazon and Best Buy, with price cuts of up to US$3,500. The 2022 TV can upscale content to close to 8K and has a built-in 70W 4.2.2ch sound system, supporting Dolby Atmos.

The 2022 LG 83 Series QNED MiniLED 4K TV is discounted at Best Buy in the US. You can save up to US$1,000 off the three models, ranging in size from 65-in to 86-in. Features of the TV include support for Dolby Vision IQ and Dolby Atmos, as well as wireless screen mirroring from a mobile device.

Skyworth has launched the Coocaa X5 Projector in China. The cheaper model has a native 1080p resolution with support for 4K decoding and up to 800 ANSI lumens brightness. Features of the device include autofocus, auto obstacle avoidance and wireless screen mirroring. Plus, you can customize the projector with office and kids modes.

JMGO has announced that its Kickstarter campaign for the innovative N1 Ultra 4K projector has come to an end, having amassed over US$2 million in the process. The device attracted this much backing thanks to claims of in-house "Brilliant Color" optics and an innovative "Gimbal System". Now, the OEM indicates that it is getting ready to ship the N1 Ultra to its backers, and also prepare it for release to retail.

The 65-inch model variant of the popular Mini-LED has finally returned to its lowest sale price thus far on Amazon, which is where the Hisense U8H can now be ordered for a reasonable price of US$899 including free shipping.

A product page for the Xiaomi TV F2 32-in Fire TV has appeared on the company’s global website. The new size variant is an LED HD TV running on Fire OS 7. The TV features the Fire TV interface, Amazon Alexa voice commands and wireless screen casting via Apple AirPlay or Miracast.

Acer asserts that its latest Vero-series projector has a laser source robust and stable enough to support "round-the-clock" throw in color-accurate FHD. The PL3510ATV also has in-built 10W speakers with an Audio Return Function to augment an external sound system. It runs Android TV and can act as a Chromecast for wireless content-control.

The TCL S642W and S643W soundbars have been revealed. The gadgets have won a 2023 Red Dot design award and are compatible with Dolby Audio and DTS Virtual:X. The S643W is a 3.1ch soundbar, and the S642W is a 2.1ch model, with each set-up including a wireless subwoofer.

The TCL C745 QLED Gaming TV, also known as the C74, has been launched in Europe. The QLED 4K devices have various gaming features, including Shadow Enhancement and a 240Hz Game Accelerator. Plus, the TV has built-in speakers, the Google TV interface and supports voice commands.

TCL has revealed the C845 TV range in the EU. The 4K Mini LED model has up to 2,000 nits brightness, a native 144 Hz refresh rate and comes with integrated ONLYO speakers. Gaming features of the device include FreeSync Premium Pro, a 240 Hz Game Accelerator and an HDMI 2.1 port.

The Hisense A5KQ, a gadget which can be used as a TV or monitor, has been launched in European countries like Spain and Germany. The device has a 1080p QLED display with up to 200 nits brightness. Other features include a game mode, Anyview wireless screencasting and built-in speakers compatible with Dolby Atmos.

The HY300 projector can be imported to many countries worldwide via AliExpress. The portable gadget has a native resolution of 720p, and an LCD light source delivers up to 120 lumens brightness. The projector runs on Android 11, with Netflix and wireless screencasting from mobile devices.

(Update: 65-inch version now also on sale) After a 27 percent discount in addition to an already reduced list price of US$1,499, the LG C2 OLED has now dropped to its lowest price ever on Amazon, which makes the 55-inch version a particularly good deal for bargain hunters with a budget of around US$1,000.

Xiaomi has launched the Smart TV X Pro in India. The 4K device is available in sizes up to 55-in with features such as adaptive screen brightness and support for Dolby Vision IQ. Plus, Google TV allows you to stream content from popular platforms, share content via Chromecast and control the gadget with voice commands.

The well-performing 65-inch Vizio OLED TV can reach a peak brightness of more than 700 nits and also features the all-important HDMI 2.1 ports, which makes the H1 a noteworthy alternative to the similarly priced competitors from LG or other manufacturers.

Xiaomi now sells the TV Box S (2nd Gen) in Europe via AliExpress. Compared to the older model, upgrades include Google TV, Bluetooth 5.2 and a more powerful processor. The streaming media player supports HDR10+ and can be controlled with Google Assistant voice commands.

The 2023 Roku Plus Series QLED 4K Smart TVs are currently discounted at Best Buy in the US, with up to US$200 off. The gadgets have smart features like automatic brightness adjustment and speech enhancement. Plus, you can cast content to the TV via Apple AirPlay and control it with voice commands.

Huawei has teased the new Smart Screen S3 Pro TV series in China, which will be officially unveiled at an event on April 17. The gadget will have a smart dual core and a detachable AI camera, enabling you to make video calls from the TV. Other features of the Huawei Smart Screen S Series TVs include built-in speakers and support for voice commands.

(Update: Sale extended) The 11.1.4-channel flagship from Samsung's recently released 2023 lineup of soundbars officially carries a lofty price tag of almost US$2,000, but thanks to a steep discount, that price has already dropped to a much more reasonable number.

The Hisense 100LX 8K Laser TV has been revealed in China; the company claims it is the first 8K laser TV globally. The device runs on the Hisense LPU digital laser engine with support for Dolby Vision, and has an integrated 4.1.2 channel sound system from Harman Kardon. Plus, you can control the TV with air gestures or voice commands.

The 55-in Samsung QN700B Neo QLED 8K 55-in Smart TV is now discounted by up to US$1,000 in the US. The 2022 model has a Quantum Mini LED display and uses AI to upscale content to 8K. Other features include the Samsung Gaming Hub, Dolby Atmos support, and Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa voice commands.

MECOOL is now selling its KP1 Mini Pro Projector worldwide via AliExpress. The gadget can throw images up to 120-in (~305 cm) wide with up to 300 ANSI lumens brightness. The compact portable projector uses Android OS, supports wireless screen mirroring and has HDMI and USB ports.

XGIMI has discounted its Elfin Mini Projector at its online store and Amazon in the US and the UK; a US$150 price cut is offered in America. The 1080p gadget has up to 800 ANSI lumens brightness with support for HDR10. Plus, the device has built-in Harman Kardon speakers, Android TV and a gaming mode.

The US$2,796-priced bundle that brings together the Sony A90J BRAVIA XR OLED 4K HDR TV and the HT-A7000 7.1.2-channel Dolby Atmos soundbar with DTS:X and 360 spatial sound mapping is now over US$1,100 cheaper than the US$3,899.98 list price. This combo works with Alexa, Google TV, and Apple Airplay.

The Anker x Transformers Limited Edition collection has been revealed. The 733 Power Bank and 735 Charger with a Transformer inspired design are now available in the US. Plus, the Nebula Capsule 3 Laser projector featuring an image of Optimus Prime has launched in the US, UK and EU with an introductory offer.

A new 1080p projector, the KODAK FLIK HD10, has been announced in the US. The gadget can throw images up to 150-in (~381 cm) wide with up to 200 lumens brightness. Built-in Android TV lets you download popular apps and control the device with Google Assistant voice commands.

XGIMI has discounted its MoGo Pro portable projector in the US, offering 40% off the typical retail price. The 1080p gadget can throw images up to 200-in (~508 cm) wide with 300 ANSI lumens brightness. A battery provides up to 2.5 hours of video play, plus the gadget has built-in Harman Kardon speakers and Android TV.

The standalone Bose Soundbar 700 may lack Dolby Atmos support and a dedicated subwoofer, but on sale for under US$500, the DTS-compatible audio system might be worth consideration for fans of a neutral sound profile and premium build quality.

The 2023 Samsung Q-Series Audio Range has been launched in the UK. Models in the line-up include the Samsung HW-Q990C, an 11.1.4 channel soundbar with a sub-woofer and rear speakers. The devices have tools like Samsung Q-Symphony and SpaceFIt Sound Pro and can be controlled with Alexa voice commands.

Sony has launched its 2023 BRAVIA TV range for pre-order in the UK and EU. The lineup includes the Sony BRAVIA XR X95L Mini LED TV, with features designed for enhanced PlayStation 5 gaming. The cheaper models in the range are the X85L and X75WL LED TVs, which use Sony’s 4K HDR X1 Processor.