Head-to-Head: Epson 5030UB vs Panasonic PT-AE8000

When it comes to home theater projectors, there are hundreds of options in the mid-range budget category, from about $1,500 to $3,500. Yet, few are as popular and widely used as the Epson Home Cinema 5030UB and the Panasonic PT-AE8000. Both combine the best features to deliver stunning HD images, excellent 3D performance, and quick and flexible installation.   If you’ve narrowed your choices down to the Epson 5030UB and the Panasonic PT-AE8000, it can be a challenge to make that final selection. They’re just both such high-performing pieces of hardware. They’ll provide many of the features that you need, […]

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The 15 Best Movies for Your Home Theater Projector

Owning a home theater projector is bliss. You can screen your favorite movies, with theater-quality image and sound, and the comfort is off the charts. Chances are you installed your home theater projector for yourself and to entertain guests. But what movies best show off your setup? Everyone has their personal favorites, sure. But the big screen asks for feature films that deliver something more. The best films defy expectations and blow you away visually, with vivid, impressive cinematography, stunning action sequences, and excellent storytelling and acting. Many of today’s films are formatted for the home theater experience, and many […]

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Top 9 Classroom Projectors Under $1,000 from 2014-2015

Top 9 Classroom Projectors Under $1,000 from 2014-2015 Finding the best projector for your classroom or business presentation can be a challenge. What specs should you be looking for? How bright does the projector need to be? And should you opt for a short-throw or long-throw projector? Fortunately, all of these questions are fairly easy to answer, but before you start shopping, you should know what you’re looking for. First things first, start with resolution. Classroom Projector Native Resolution Types Currently, the majority of classroom and business projectors are set at specific native resolutions. This means that they’re designed to […]

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Home Theater Projectors: 4 Questions to Ask

Are you on the market for a home theater projector? There’s an allure to using a projector in your home theater: ultra-large, crisp images, impressive image quality, you name it. Although HD TVs compete, there’s nothing quite like a projector. But unlike TVs, buying a projector is a bit more complicated. You need to know things like what brightness you’ll need, the type of installation you’re planning, and the available features you’re looking for, among other factors. So which one is right for you? Here are four questions you should ask yourself before picking a projector: How Bright Should My […]

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Mini Projectors: What Are They Capable Of?

Just like other gadgets, projectors are shrinking. Today, you can find a projector that fits right in your pocket, or one that’s lightweight enough to carry with you anywhere. But are there mini solutions that can replace home theater projectors? The short answer is not yet. Instead, micro projectors work well for on-the-go multimedia presentations and lower image-quality video viewing. So is a mini projector worth the investment? It depends. There are different types available with a range of capabilities that will work nicely for some people. Types of Mini Projectors   The options for portable projectors are pretty endless. […]

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4 Factors To Consider When Buying a Video Game Projector

Today’s projectors have elevated the gaming experience to all new levels. But if you’re considering purchasing a projector for video gaming, not just any projector will do.     In fact, gaming projectors hug the line between home theater projectors and business presentation projectors. That means gaming projectors need to be able to project data images and video images. Many projectors designed for “home entertainment” meet this requirement, and increasingly, there are projectors that are designed just for gamers. There are many options available today. So how can you decide? To choose the best video game projector, you need to […]

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The 5 Top Full HD Home Theater Projectors Under $1,000

Looking for an entry-level home theater projector? You’re in luck. Just a short time ago, the budget-friendly projectors sacrificed image quality, for price. If you didn’t have the budget to pay more than $1,000 for a projector, you could expect sub-par image quality and construction. The good news is that has changed. Today, there is a range of sub-$1,000 options that provide impressive image quality and that will completely enhance your home theater. So which budget-friendly projector should you choose? Really, it depends on what you’re looking for, but here are 5 projectors under $1,000 that provide excellent picture quality, solid […]

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What’s the Best Short-Throw Projector for the Home Theater?

When it comes to buying a projector, a short-throw lens makes a lot of sense for home theater enthusiasts. Short-throw projectors are ideal for small spaces, like a game room or home theater, and their short throw ratios mean that they can be placed much closer to the screen than their long-throw siblings. But yet, only a few short-throw projectors are capable of displaying quality 1080p video.   So which ones are the best? There are a range of options, from the recently introduced native 4K ultra short-throw projectors, to more budget-friendly options. But the key is finding a short-throw […]

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Are Laser Projectors Here to Stay?

Laser projectors: Are they a fad or the future of home theater projectors? That’s a good question. Today, commercial laser projectors and laser projectors for home theaters are making their way slowly to market. In fact, at CEDIA this year, many of the best-selling projector brands, including Sony and Epson, rolled out new projectors that feature cutting-edge laser and hybrid LED technology.  Commercial movie houses, including IMAX, are embracing laser technology, too. There are even companies working on retrofitting kits to update bulb-based projectors. But is this just a fad? Or will your xenon-bulb projector be obsolete in a year […]

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Projector Lamp Life: How Many Times Can You Watch Your Favorite Movies?

Your home theater projector relies on a very powerful bulb to project light onto the screen. Unfortunately, these bulbs are like any lamp; they’re only capable of projecting light for a certain amount of time before dimming and ultimately burning out. With projectors, that means the bulb dims over time, and the number of hours a bulb can be in operation before only projecting half of its original brightness is known as projector lamp life. Many of the UHP projectors produced today have lamp lives of 4,000-5,000 hours, up from an average of about 2,000 hours in years past.  For […]

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