Get over $300 off top brands with these Cyber ​​Monday projector deals

If you just want to kick back and watch movies for the rest of the winter, purchasing a home projector on Cyber ​​Monday may be the secret ingredient that turns your living room into a full-fledged home theater. We’ve spotted some last-minute discounts on top-rated projectors from brands like BenQ, Epson and LG. Save up to 31% on these seven models and don’t hesitate too long before making them a reality.

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In our review of the 1080p version of this projector, we found it to be “a solid value among home projectors.” Its short projection distance makes it ideal for smaller rooms. This model increases the resolution to 1080p with 4K HD input, while the DuraCore laser light source is rated for 30,000 hours of operation. With a maximum brightness of 3,500 lumens, this projector can get the job done even in the middle of a bright winter day. It’s also great for gaming thanks to its fast response time and clear output.

The Epson EpiqVision Flex CO-W01 straddles the line between home entertainment and office use, offering decent color accuracy and much higher brightness than comparable home entertainment mini projectors that are only slightly lighter and don’t cost much less. Its three-chip LCD eliminates rainbow artifacts, the 3,000-lumen bulb works well even in brightly lit rooms, and the 720p video output is crisp and clean.

One of the best ultraportable projectors is the Xgimi MoGo 2. Standout features include autofocus and robust audio for its size. Additionally, the built-in Android TV 11 platform lets you stream content from your favorite services without connecting an additional device. Since there’s no internal battery, you’ll have to plug it into a power outlet or external battery, but at $150 off Cyber ​​Monday, that’s a bit of a compromise.

Here’s a juicy Cyber ​​Monday deal that can help you knock $300 off the price of an incredible 4K projector. In our review, we said the Nebula Cosmos 4K was “big, heavy, and bright for a portable projector.” The high resolution is thanks to TI’s fast pixel shifting XPR. The autofocus, auto keystone correction, and auto screen adjustment features all activate when you turn it on, and Dolby Vision support gives you 1.07 billion rich colors. The onboard sound is also very solid, with deep bass and plenty of volume. It’s definitely a committed purchase, but it’s a powerful projector that will satisfy cinema lovers.

One of the biggest benefits of watching something on a projector is the ability to easily move it from place to place, and the LG CineBeam PF510Q fits the bill. For more stable streaming, there is a rare LAN port in addition to a WiFi connection. With a maximum image size of 120 inches diagonally on a projector that fits in the palm of your hand, this is a great choice for movie nights, presentations and more, especially at a 34% discount.

Even though the weather where you live may not be conducive to outdoor movie nights, a portable projector is a solid investment, especially with a price cut like this. With a native resolution of 1080p and a 1,000-lumen lamp, the BenQ GP100A “delivers a bright picture, picture quality great for casual viewing, and robust audio, making it an excellent choice for a portable room-to-room.” -Room projector makes.” With the included Android TV dongle you can easily stream your content.

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The Hisense C1 4K, an Editors’ Choice projector, “shows off almost anything you throw at it.” The TriChroma laser engine is compatible with HDR10 and Dolby Vision image formats and delivers with red, green and blue lasers a wider range of colors than the competition. With a resolution of 3,840 x 2,160 pixels and a maximum projection size of 300 inches, it is the first choice for a home theater. Currently, Amazon is offering a $350 voucher, bringing the price down to the lowest price we’ve ever seen.

We also recognized the Anker Nebula Mars 3, the “most impressive outdoor projector we’ve ever seen.” Thanks to its IPX3 water resistance, dust resistance and drop resistance of up to half a meter, it is durable and much more robust than the competition. There’s no skimping on image quality either, with a native resolution of 1080p, support for 4K input and HDR, and a long-lasting LED light source. Since it runs on an LED, the battery life is also remarkable: 2 hours in full power mode for video, 5 hours in eco mode and 15 hours for audio only.

Frequently asked questions about projectors

Hello, I’m John Burek, Hardware Editor and Lab Manager at PCMag. I’ve overseen hardware gear testing at PCMag and other tech companies for decades, and I’m here to discuss some important questions surrounding buying projectors on Cyber ​​Monday.

What are the Different Types of Projectors?

Digital projectors produce images using three main types of technology. The simplest version, DLP (Digital Light Processing), has a series of tiny mirrors inside the lens to convert white light into other colors. 3LCD projectors use three LCD screens, one for each subtractive primary color. LCoS (Liquid Crystal on Silicon) uses an active matrix display on a silicon backplate for the most accurate colors, although it is significantly more expensive.

What should you look for in a projector?

Whether you’re looking for a portable projector or a home projector (including outdoor models), the two most important spec-defined metrics for a projector are brightness and resolution. Brightness is measured in lumens, with a larger number being better. However, projectors usually have two different brightness levels, one for white light and one for color. Images may appear dull if the color rating is lower than the pure white rating. Resolution determines the number of pixels the projector uses to create the image. 1080p high definition is the most common, with 4K projectors becoming more common these days and defining the high-end range. For best results, match your projector’s resolution to the image source.

Do I need a screen for my projector?

Most projector deals do not include a screen. Although you can project an image from a projector onto any wall or surface, it generally won’t look as good as using a non-reflective white screen designed for this purpose. There are many different types of screens on the market, some of which are even inflatable to make setup and storage easier. Although they are not strictly necessary, they will definitely improve your viewing experience. Here’s our handy guide to How to choose the right screen for your projector.

What is the best cheap projector?

At the moment we are evaluating them Vankyo Performance V700W as the best all-round budget projector. It’s fast enough for casual gaming, gets bright enough for movies, and even has surprisingly good built-in speakers. In our review, our expert said it was “an extremely capable choice for home use” and that price drops were common.

Why are mini projectors so cheap?

The size of hardware in the projector market continues to shrink, with some palm-sized devices selling for under $200, some even under $100. The most typical compromise made with a small projector concerns the brightness of the bulb. Pico-sized models that fit in a pocket typically achieve a brightness of around 100 ANSI lumens, and the image may appear washed out in ambient light. In addition, the image resolution is lower than a more expensive model. (720p is common for mini projectors.) However, they are more than sufficient for occasional use.

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