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Kano Wants You to Forget About That Whole Kanye West Thing

Image: KanoKano, the company behind the $200 Stem Player that was once the only way to buy Ye’s Donda 2 album, is back with a de-Ye-tified version of the device, as well as a new Stem Projector that promises to offer the same remixing tricks for videos, but minus the problematic connection to a celebrity now best known for anti-semitic rants.Long before Kano partnered with Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, for the Stem Player (which looked like a smart speaker covered in squishy synthetic flesh), the company had made a

Meet the First Laser Projector With Its Own Disappearing Screen

Image: AWOLIf you’re looking for the big screen movie theater experience at home—we’re talking 100+ inches—a projector is usually the most affordable way to go. But if money is no object and you’d rather skip the cumbersome setup, calibration, and screen mounting steps that usually come with a projector, AWOL’s Vision Vanish packs a short-throw projector, speakers, and a retractable self-standing screen into a single cabinet.Unlike a TV that you might just plop onto a cabinet or hang on a wall, projectors require a little

The Morning After: ‘Avatar’ sequel crashed some movie projectors in Japan

In Japan, the big premiere week of James Cameron’s Avatar sequel was hit with technical problems in some movie theaters. One venue in central Japan was forced to reduce the 48 fps frame rate down to the traditional 24 fps – one of the major technical innovations of Avatar: The Way of Water. The Avatar sequel is actually available in multiple formats, including 2D 48 fps, 3D 48 fps and regular 24 fps. If you see the 48 fps version, it only uses the HFR tech for action sequences, while dialog and slower scenes are dialed…

‘Avatar’ sequel’s cutting-edge tech crashed some movie projectors in Japan

Despite being the widest release of all time in Japan, Avatar: The Way of the Water failed to claim the top ranking last weekend as it was topped by an anime basketball picture called The First Slam Dunk. On top of that, multiple theaters in the nation reported technical problems, with one in central Japan forced to reduce the 48 fps frame rate down to the traditional 24 fps, Bloomberg reported.  Fans were reportedly turned away from other screenings and issued refunds. Some of the theater chains cited by fans as having…

XGIMI’s New Portable Projector Can Calibrate While You Watch

Image: XGIMIUnlike a TV you more or less just hang on a wall and start enjoying, a projector requires a bit more attention to get perfectly positioned, calibrated, and focused before the movie starts. XGIMI’s new MoGo 2 Pro will make some of those steps invisible to the user, so setup is easier and less obtrusive.If you’re permanently mounting a projector in your home theater, you really only have to go through the calibration process once,during installation. After that, assuming nothing changes, the only thing to fuss

Best XGIMI projectors for home theaters, parties, and more

This content was produced in partnership with XGIMI. If you’re looking to built or upgrade a home theater setup and are currently pricing out television, don’t buy that big-screen TV just yet. Home theater projectors have come a long, long way in recent years, with brands like XGIMI leading the way. Home theater projectors deliver a cinematic experience right in the comfort of your living room, basement, bedroom, or even outside, as these devices are easier to install and move around than a TV. XGIMI projectors range…

The 5 best 4K projectors of 2022

Tech specs: Mounting type: Front, rear, or ceiling mount | Brightness: 2600 Lumens | Display: LCD | Bluetooth: NoIn the box:Home Cinema 5050UB projector,Power cord2x HDMI cable clampsRemote control (2) AA batteriesQuick Setup GuideThe Epson Home Cinema 5050UB is our pick for the best overall 4K home theater projector with its fantastic performance. It boasts 4K PRO-UHD projection technology with advanced 3LCD technology for better imaging and true colors.  There is an impressive Dynamic Contrast ratio of 1,000,000:1 and…

Best 4K projectors of 2022: for the biggest, clearest picture

Everyone dreams of having a home theater setup — in beautiful 4K resolution and HDR, of course. That’s not as out of reach as you might think: Today’s home projectors are more affordable than ever, frequently come with 4K support, and can fit in a variety of spaces as long as you have the necessary wall space for the screen. If you’re looking for something truly cinematic, we have the best 4K projector models you should check out. For more options, be sure to check out our recommendations for the best home theater…

XGIMI is the top manufacturer of Android smart projectors

This content was produced in partnership with XGIMI. XGIMI, best known for its high-quality home theater and smart entertainment projectors, has integrated Android TV into all of its devices. That’s not something you normally see with projectors, which often require a host of other accessories and gear to unlock their full potential. Most home theater projectors, for example, are just that and merely function as a passthrough player, so you’ll still need a streaming media device or internet-enabled smartphone to…