There’s nothing like watching your favourite movies in a darkish room on a large display. For that genuine movie show expertise at residence, you will want a projector (and a popcorn maker).
Movie theaters could be reopening in some states, however the pandemic is not over. It’s nonetheless a good suggestion to contemplate this traditional viewing tech. You used to need to shell out tens of 1000’s of {dollars} to get a superb projected expertise, however now you can get a large, lovely image for lower than the price of a flagship TV. Projectors are additionally far more transportable and simpler to arrange than they had been earlier than. And if in case you have house, there are glorious pocket-size and short-throw fashions that make lawn-side film nights as straightforward as discovering an extension twine and a stage chair to set them on. Below are our favourite fashions, and a few screens to pair with them.
Working on a complete home-theater overhaul? Be positive to take a look at our guides to the Best Soundbars and Best 4K Streaming Devices.
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