The Projector Podcast

Looking Back on the AWOL Vision Aetherion Max

Sammie Prescott joins us to discuss his recent review of the AWOL Vision Aetherion Max ultra-short throw laser projector. Earning our Highly Recommended Award, the Aetherion Max is AWOL Vision’s new flagship UST RGB laser projector, succeeding the LTV-3500 Pro, which has been discontinued. Drawing on the same DNA found in the extremely popular Valerion VisionMaster line of lifestyle projectors, sister-brand AWOL Vision has a strong foundation from which to elevate its UST lineup. With its feature-packed design, the Aetherion Max essentially delivers a Valerion VisionMaster in a UST form factor. Article Link: https://www.projectorcentral.com/awol-vision-aetherion-max-ust-projector-review.htm [https://www.projectorcentral.com/awol-vision-aetherion-max-ust-projector-review.htm]

Hands-On with the Soundcore Nebula P1

On this week’s episode of The Projector Podcast Jeremy Glowacki interviews Nikki Kahl about her recent review of the Soundcore Nebula P1. In her hands-on testing, Nikki found the $800 P1 to be a capable 1080p portable lifestyle projector that prioritizes flexibility, including detachable speakers for audio, and ease-of-use over absolute image fidelity. It runs Google TV for integrated streaming and includes a suite of smart features such as autofocus, keystone correction, and obstacle avoidance, all aimed at simplifying setup in casual viewing environments. At the heart of the Nebula P1 is a Texas Instruments 0.23-inch DMD DLP imaging chip paired with an LED light engine rated for up to 25,000 hours of operation. Soundcore lists a brightness of 650 ANSI lumens with a published contrast ratio of 400:1. Soundcore specifies color coverage of up to 124 percent of the Rec. 709 color space. Frame interpolation via MEMC is included for smoothing fast-moving content, such as sports, and a low blue light mode is available for viewers who prefer reduced eye strain during extended viewing sessions. Article Link: https://www.projectorcentral.com/soundcore-nebula-p1-smart-projector-review.htm [https://www.projectorcentral.com/soundcore-nebula-p1-smart-projector-review.htm]

A Deep Dive into the Hisense PT1 UST Projector

This week, veteran AV writer and reviewer Al Griffin joins us from Buffalo, NY to discuss his recent review of the Hisense PT1. Earning the coveted Highly Recommended badge, the $3,000 ultra-short throw “laser TV” projector features an RGB laser light engine, 4K detail from four-way pixel shifting and extended color gamut, supporting screen sizes from 80 to 150 inches with a 0.2 throw ratio. That means it can beam a 100-inch images with the lens positioned 17 inches out from the projection screen. But, that’s just scratching the surface of our extensive look at the Hisense PT1. Article Link: https://www.projectorcentral.com/hisense-pt1-4k-triple-laser-ust-projector-review.htm [https://www.projectorcentral.com/hisense-pt1-4k-triple-laser-ust-projector-review.htm]

Insights About the Epson Lifestudio Grand Plus

This week, Sammie Prescott joins us from Colorado Springs to discuss his recent review of the Epson Lifestudio Grand Plus ultra-short throw laser projector. Earning our Highly Recommended badge, Epson’s new flagship Lifestudio UST succeeds its smaller sibling The Grand, which Sammie reviewed back in November, and replaces the LS800, which we reviewed in December of 2022. Featuring Google TV with Gemini AI, the Grand Plus launched this month with the promise to serve as a step up in performance as a standalone UST for $3,800. Article Link: https://www.projectorcentral.com/epson-lifestudio-grand-plus-ust-projector-re.htm [https://www.projectorcentral.com/epson-lifestudio-grand-plus-ust-projector-re.htm]

A Conversation About the ViewSonic LSD400HD-ST Projector

Freelance writer and editor Brian Nadel joins us from New York to discuss his most recent review of the ViewSonic LSD400HD-ST. This $1,250 1080P DLP laser projector comes with a 0.5:1 throw-ratio lens that allows it to be mounted between a presenter, museum viewer, or digital golfer and the screen without casting shadows. With its more than four thousand ANSI lumens of brightness, low latency and HDR playback modes, and a Golf setting, the LSD400HD is ready for anything from a simulation wall or classroom lesson to a museum exhibit or digital tee time. Article Link: https://www.projectorcentral.com/viewsonic-lsd400hd-st-laser-projector-review.htm [https://www.projectorcentral.com/viewsonic-lsd400hd-st-laser-projector-review.htm]