Sony VPL-HW65ES Projector Review

Offering exceptional imaging, the Sony VPL-HW65ES is top of the line in home theater projection. Mid-priced, it sells for less than $4,000. Mostly found on more expensive projectors, the Sony VPL-HW65EWS is equipped with Sony’s most recent processor known as the “Reality Creation 2”. This processor greatly enhances 2D picture resolution providing for sharper and clearer imaging. Additionally, it offers special features for contrast enhancement as well as 3-D transmission. Easy to operate, this projector offers pre-settings to make adjustments quick and simple. For example, its MotionFlow setting (which minimizes juddering) can be adjusted to Smooth Low or Smooth High […]

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Best Multimedia Projectors 2015

Today, multimedia projectors are more affordable than ever. And with small and compact models, they can be used in a variety of settings. From home to the office, the multimedia projector has become important in areas of home entertainment, education and business. Below you will find information about some of our favorite multimedia projectors for the year of 2015. Consider these models when purchasing a projector for your home, school or office.   For the Home   Many homeowners now enjoy watching movies in the convenience of their own homes. If looking to create your own home theater, you’ll want […]

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Canon LV-X300ST Projector Review

Lightweight and economical, the Canon LV-X300ST, is an ideal projector for churches, schools and traveling sales professionals. Compact and weighing less than seven pounds, it is easy to carry and will take up very little room when stored away. Its features include a 10W speaker which provides adequate sound when used in a conference room or classroom. However, if more volume is needed, simply attach the projector to an external sound system for enhanced sound quality. It also includes a convenient HDMI input capability allowing it to work in conjunction with other media devices such as a computer or DVD […]

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A Look at the ViewSonic LightStream Line-Up

A year ago, projector manufacturer ViewSonic launched a line of extremely affordable data projectors – the PJD5 series. With prices ranging from $399 to $599, the PJD5 series represented a low-cost option for bright DLP business projectors. Since then, though, the LightStream line-up has expanded. ViewSonic introduced the PJD6 series – which added advanced networking, improved sound and an HDMI port – in Q2 last year, followed by the introduction of the PJD7-HD series in Q3. All LightStream projectors share a few commonalities: They’re priced competitively, with the top-of-line model, the PJD7835 starting at just $1049 MSRP. They’re optimized for […]

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Acer S1385WHne: Projector Review

The Acer S1385WHne combines portability and output brightness to serve primarily on-the-go business operators. And even though it’s super affordable, starting around $750, the projector performs extremely well. The images are cast in native WXGA resolution and the projector delivers 3,200 lumens of estimated brightness. It works best in small- to mid-sized venues. Of course, with its sub-$1,000 price tag, the S1385WHne isn’t equipped with a long list of features, but even so, it’s not a complete bare-bones piece of hardware. First, it’s equipped with dual HDMI ports – which are very useful for business presenters. Plus, its short-throw lens […]

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Epson Pro Cinema 1985 Projector Review

Just before New Year’s, Epson released the latest in their best-selling line-up of mid-level projectors: The Epson Pro Cinema 1985. Like most Pro Cinema projectors, the 1985 carries a middle-of-the-road price point, starting right around $2,000. But this isn’t designed to be an entry-level model. Instead, the Pro Cinema 1985 offers a number of features you won’t find in more budget-friendly projectors. First, and most important, is the Pro Cinema 1985’s lamp. The Pro Cinema delivers an ultra-bright image rated at 4,800 lumens. In other words, it’s very well-positioned for environments with high ambient light, like a sports bar, large […]

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Acer H9500BD Home Theater Projector Review

In 2011, the Acer H9500BD was one of the first 3D projectors to hit the market at a sub-$2,000 price. Thanks to its pricing, it quickly found a loyal audience of operators. But that was just one factor that made it a fast favorite. The projector was also equipped with several technologies that delivered impressive image quality. For example, the H9500BD’s dynamic iris increased the overall black levels, providing rich dark scenes. Overall, the 3D specs are fairly impressive too. The projector is capable of displaying a variety of 3D content – from Blu-ray to PC 3D – and the […]

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Optoma HD26 1080p Projector Review

This year, the Optoma HD26 earned high marks in the highly-competitive sub-$1,000 Full HD projector market. And it might be one of the most competitively priced models on the market, running right around $575.  But even with such a great price, the projector does a number of things particularly well. For starters, the Optoma HD26 is a capable all-around projector, delivering wonderful images in Cinema Mode for the home theater, while offering suitable brightness for the living room. Of course, as a budget option, the HD26 is a little light on features, but for the price, it’s an extremely useful […]

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5 Best Home Theater Projectors of 2015

This year was fairly quiet for new projectors. The majority of the major PJ brands kept new releases to a minimum, continuing to sell models that were released in 2014 and earlier. Even so, there were several new entries in the 2014-2015 projector season and many of them offered exciting new features and impressive performance. So which home theater projectors, with Full HD or 4K resolution, were the best in 2015? It’s tough to pick from the field of those that have been released since fall 2014. But there are a few models that stick out from the pack. This […]

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Sharp XV-Z30000 Home Theater Projector Review

Although the Z30000 is billed as a 3D projector, it performs exceptionally well as in standard 2D mode. Its prowess is particularly noticeable in the impressive shadow detail and stellar black level performance it provides. In other words, the image quality is well above average for a single-chip DLP projector. What’s more, the Z30000 offers a robust feature set, including useful lens shift capabilities, a 2:1 zoom ratio, adjustable 3D specs and long-lasting lamp performance. Compared to 3D single-chip released today, the Z30000 holds its own, and certainly offers some unique specs that many home theater enthusiasts will appreciate. Sharp […]

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