Podcast #1189: Top 5 Home Theater Projectors less than $3K
Release Date: 02/21/2025
HDTV Rewind April 22 2007 Episode #1
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I thought it would be fun to go back and listen to a few episodes from the "old" days. Thanks to Milton Scritsmier I now have access to our podcasts going back to 2007. Let me know if you would like me to continue
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Podcast #1197: Is GPMI the beginning of the end of HDMI?
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On this week’s show we look at a technology that could end HDMI. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: Other: Is GPMI the beginning of the end of HDMI? Over 50 Chinese companies including Hisense and TCL have joined forces to back an HDMI alternative called GPMI (General Purpose Media Interface). This new wired communication standard is designed to integrate multiple functionalities into a single cable, aiming to rival HDMI, DisplayPort, and Thunderbolt. The following are some key features: High Bandwidth for Data Transmission - GPMI Type-B:...
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Podcast #1196: Will AI Drive Home Automation into the Next Decade?
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On this week’s show look at five trends that are shaping home theaters in 2025 and we look at what will drive home automation into the next decade. Pulse we read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: Other: Here are Five Trends Shaping Home Theater Experiences in 2025: 1. Immersive Audio Systems: Dolby Atmos and DTS:X continue to dominate, with more homes adopting multi-dimensional sound setups. Ceiling speakers and soundbars with upward-firing drivers are increasingly popular, creating a cinema-like audio bubble. 2. 8K Resolution Adoption: While 4K remains...
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Podcast #1195: Could Tiled TVs Become the Future for Very Large Format Displays?
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On this week’s show we discuss whether physical media is making a comeback and could a Bezel-less OLED be the future of large format TVs. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: Other: Physical media is finally making a comeback, and here's the proof Despite a decline in overall physical media sales, which dipped below $1 billion in 2024, there are signs of resilience and growth in specific sectors. Major retailers like Best Buy and Target are phasing out physical media, but Sony's announcement of a new Blu-ray player, the UBP-X700/K, set for release in...
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Podcast #1194: Twenty Years of the HDTV and Home Theater Podcast
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On this week’s show we talk about 20 years of the HDTV and Home Theater Podcast! We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news. News: Apple to Launch HomeOS Later This Year Apple is set to have an exciting year in software development with significant updates planned for iOS 19, macOS 16, and iPadOS 19. However, the tech giant is also preparing to introduce a completely new operating system called ‘homeOS.’ This new platform will accompany the launch of a novel device dubbed the ‘HomePad,’ a smart display that blends features of the iPad and HomePod. The...
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Technical Issues - Please Stand By
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I had an issue with the creation of this week's show. I'll get it posted as soon as I can.
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Podcast #1193: Sony Develops Next-Generation Display System
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On this week’s show we look at where some Americans are spending nearly $100 a month on streaming services. We also look at some new tech from Sony that promises big improvements for LED TVs. All that plus your emails and the week’s news on this episode of the HDTV and Home Theater Podcast. News: Other: Many Americans Spend Over $100 per Month on Subscription Services A recent survey by Bango reveals that nearly 25% of Americans spend over $100 per month on subscription services, including streaming platforms and retail memberships like Amazon Prime. This trend marks a shift from...
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Podcast #1192: Can AI Help Pick Your Next Projector?
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On this week’s show we asked three different AI LLMs “What is the best home theater projector for less than $5000?”. And we sort of got an answer. We also read your emails and look at the week’s news. News: Other: Can AI Help Pick Your Next Projector? We asked three different AI LLMs “What is the best home theater projector for less than $5000?”. And we sort of got an answer. Chat GPT When looking for the best home theater projector under $5,000, several factors come into play, such as picture quality, brightness, resolution, and features like smart...
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Podcast #1191: Ten Innovations that have Transformed Our Home Theaters
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On this week’s show we review ten innovations we feel had the most impact on how we consume entertainment in our homes. We also read your emails and take a look at the week's news. News: Other: Digital Frame Digital Frame Ten Innovations that have Transformed Our Home Theaters Over the last decade, several innovations have significantly transformed the home theater experience. This week we will review ten innovations we feel had the most impact on how we consume entertainment in our homes. 4K HDR and 8K Resolution - The proliferation of 4K UHD content, along with High...
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Podcast #1190: Ford Patent - Apple HomePod 3 - DirecTV MySports Review
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On this week’s show we look at a Ford Motor patent that has potential implications for home entertainment. We preview a potential Homepod 3 and we finish off with a listener review of DirecTV MySports. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news News: Others: Ford Seeks Patent For Multi-Vehicle Audio System Big tech companies like Apple file patents all the time. Some of these, like Apple’s patent for an AirPods case with a built-in display, or the one for an iPhone that folds in half, could easily become products if Apple thinks they’ll make money. But...
info_outlineOn this week’s show we look at the Top 5 Home Theater Projectors in the $1K - $3K price range. This list is compiled by the Projector Central website. We also read your emails and take a look at the week’s news.
News:
- YouTube TV likely to lose Paramount-owned channels
- Netflix finally decides to play nice and support the Apple TV app
- MyFree DIRECTV adds 6 new channels with news and sports from Disney
Top 5 Home Theater Projectors $1k - $3k
The $1,000 to $2,999 price bracket is the sweet spot for home theater projectors, with high-value 4K UHD models featuring HDR playback starting at around $1,500. Projectors at the higher end of this range will add things like a longer zoom lens or greater lens shift capability for better placement flexibility, and sometimes improved contrast and black level.
This list is taken from the Projector Central website. They have the top ten but we are only going through the top five. The Full List is available on our website.
How the list is generated:
This list is not curated by our editorial staff and is generated by constantly monitoring the web traffic to our comprehensive projector database, our price-quote engine, our widely-used projector throw calculator, and our editorial product coverage and reviews to gauge which projectors are generating the most buzz and sales activity.
- Resolution: 3840x2160 DLP
- Brightness: 3000 Lumens (ANSI)1
- Light Source: Lamp
- Throw Distance: 6'-6" — 7'-10" at Image Size: 100"
- $1,699
- May 2021 Model
- Resolution: 3840x2160 DLP
- Brightness: 3200 Lumens (ANSI)1
- Light Source: Laser
- Throw Distance: 5'-0" — 6'-0" at Image Size: 100"
- $1,999
- Jun 2024 Model
#3 BenQ TK710
- Resolution: 3840x2160 DLP
- Brightness: 3200 Lumens (ANSI)1
- Light Source: Laser
- Throw Distance: 8'-4" — 10'-11" at Image Size: 100"
- $1,799
- Jun 2024 Model
#4 BenQ W2720i
- Resolution: 3840x2160 DLP
- Brightness: 2500 Lumens (ANSI)1
- Light Source: LED
- Throw Distance: 7'-3" — 9'-5" at Image Size: 100"
- $1,999
- Jan 2025 Model
- Resolution: 1920x1080 DLP
- Brightness: 3500 Lumens (ANSI)1
- Light Source: Laser
- Throw Distance: 3'-7" at Image Size: 100"
- $1,199
- Jun 2023 Model