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Yahoo
2 minutes ago
- Yahoo
Epson Introduces New Home Cinema and Modern Workspace Projectors with Built-In Support for Apple AirPlay
New 3-Chip 3LCD Projectors Deliver Bright, Detailed Displays for Home Entertainment, Business Presentations, Hybrid Meetings and More LOS ALAMITOS, Calif., Aug. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As consumers look for large displays that are not only affordable, but versatile in adapting to different environments and viewing needs, Epson today announced four new projectors for home entertainment and modern workspaces. The lineup includes two models that work with Apple® AirPlay®1 and support screen mirroring with Miracast.2 As Epson's first retail projectors with built-in support for Apple AirPlay, these models allow for seamless streaming of videos, music, photos and more from an iPhone®, iPad® or Mac®.1 Combining exceptional image quality, versatile connectivity, high brightness, and expansive image size, the new projectors are designed to elevate DIY home theater setups and cultivate collaboration in modern work environments, all at accessible price points. "Epson's projectors are designed with versatility at their core; built to adapt to today's dynamic work and play lifestyles with exceptional picture performance for both professional settings and immersive home entertainment," said Kenny Tang, product manager, Epson America, Inc. "Designed with quality viewing and convenience in mind, the new projectors feature Epson's proprietary 3-Chip 3LCD technology along with high brightness and a range of connectivity options. And by adding support with Apple AirPlay, it's now even easier to connect and share content directly from personal devices.1" Residing in the standardized portable projector weight class,3 the new projectors are powered by Epson's 3-chip 3LCD technology and engineered for a wide range of environments, from DIY home theaters to conference rooms and hybrid workspaces. Delivering outstanding images in a variety of lighting conditions without the distracting "rainbow effect" of DLP projectors, following is more about the new portable projectors. Elevate home cinema experiences with the new Home Cinema 1100 3LCD Wireless 1080p Projector that works with Apple AirPlay and Home Cinema 980 3LCD 1080p Projector. Featuring cutting-edge visual technology that brings stories to life, the new home cinema projectors deliver a display size up to 300 inches on virtually any wall or screen for immersive entertainment, even in brightly lit spaces. With Full HD 1080p resolution and true 3-chip 3LCD technology, the projectors are designed for fast-moving sports, gaming and beyond. Whether watching TV shows or enjoying the big game, the built-in speaker, versatile connectivity and easy setup, allow for captivating HD entertainment right out of the box. Ready to go in seconds, the portable projectors feature picture skew sensor and two HDMI® ports to make it easy to connect to laptops and a range of streaming devices,4 including Amazon Fire, Apple TV, Roku and Chromecast. Redefine collaboration in modern hybrid workspaces with the new Pro EX9270 Wireless Full HD 3LCD Projector that works with Apple AirPlay and EX3290 WXGA 3LCD Projector. Delivering bright, dynamic displays that enhance visibility and foster collaboration, the new projectors are designed to command attention in any space. With images up to 300-inches, four times the size of a 75-inch flat panel, the projectors ensure everyone in the meeting can see and be seen, no matter where they are tuning in from. Waste no time setting up with built-in speakers and picture skew sensor, plus two HDMI® ports to easily connect laptops for seamless video conferencing and streaming devices.4 For easier installation in nearly any space, the Pro EX9270 includes 1.6x optical zoom, keystone correction and four-corner adjustment for simple, accurate alignment. Availability The new projectors are now available on and through select retailers.5 The projectors come with Epson's award-winning service and support, including full-unit replacement along with free technical phone support for the life of the product. The Pro EX9270 Wireless Full HD 3LCD Projector and EX3290 WXGA 3LCD Projector come with a standard 1-year limited projector warranty6 and the Home Cinema 1100 3LCD Wireless 1080p Projector and Home Cinema 980 3LCD 1080p Projector come with a standard 2-year limited projector warranty. 6 Model Lumens Color Works with Apple AirPlay MSRP Home Cinema 1100 3,400 Lumens of Color Brightness (IDMS Rated), 3,400 Lumens of White Brightness (ISO Rated)7 White Yes $899 Home Cinema 980 4,000 Lumens of Color Brightness (IDMS Rated), 4,000 Lumens of White Brightness (ISO Rated)7 White No $799 Pro EX9270 4,100 Lumens of Color Brightness (IDMS Rated), 4,100 Lumens of White Brightness (ISO Rated) 7 Black Yes $999 Pro EX3290 4,000 Lumens of Color Brightness (IDMS Rated), 4,000 Lumens of White Brightness (ISO Rated) 7 White No $649 About Epson Epson is a global technology leader whose philosophy of efficient, compact and precise innovation enriches lives and helps create a better world. The company is focused on solving societal issues through innovations in home and office printing, commercial and industrial printing, manufacturing, visual and lifestyle. Epson's goal is to become carbon negative and eliminate use of exhaustible underground resources such as oil and metal by 2050. Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the worldwide Epson Group generates annual sales of more than JPY 1 trillion. Epson America, Inc., based in Los Alamitos, Calif., is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook ( Twitter ( YouTube ( and Instagram ( 1 Recommended wireless network connection of 25 Mbps or faster. Some apps require paid subscriptions. 2 The projector supports direct peer-to-peer wireless casting of local content from Miracast-enabled devices or via the Epson iProjection™ app. For best performance when using Epson iProjection, it is recommended that the projector and connecting devices be configured on a network, either through the Ethernet port on the projector or via a wireless connection. The Epson iProjection App does not support all files and formats. See for details. 3 Standardized Weight Class Categories are Pico (< 1.1 lbs), Personal (1.1 lbs to < 4.0 lbs), Portable (4.0 lbs to < 11.0 lbs), Stationary ( > 11.0 lbs) 4 Requires wireless network connection of 5 Mbps or faster. Some apps require paid subscriptions. 5 Colors and models may vary across retailers. 6 90-day limited lamp warranty. 7 Color brightness (color light output) and white brightness (white light output) will vary depending on usage conditions. Color light output measured in accordance with IDMS 15.4; white light output measured in accordance with ISO 21118. EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Apple TV, AirPlay, Apple, iPad, iPhone and Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Chromecast is a trademark of Google LLC. Miracast® is a registered trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance®. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. Copyright 2025 Epson America, Inc. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Epson America, Inc. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
CNET
3 minutes ago
- CNET
This iOS 26 Feature Lets You Stop iPhone Spam Calls In a Few Easy Steps
Apple released the second public beta of iOS 26 on Aug. 7. The update brought a handful of new features, like a new Liquid Glass design and the ability to change your alarm's snooze length, to the iPhones of developers and beta testers. It also gave developers and beta testers an easy way to stop spam callers from bothering them with a new call screening feature. Call screening isn't an Apple Intelligence feature, so any iOS 26 compatible iPhone, like the iPhone 14 Pro, will get this feature when Apple releases the iPhone update this fall. But you have to enable this feature first. I enabled the feature early in the beta process, and my iPhone has diligently held back spam calls, like the Hoover Dam. Just remember, Apple is still beta testing iOS 26. That means the update might be buggy for you, and your device's battery life could be affected, so it's best to keep those troubles off your primary device. If you want to try out the beta, I recommend downloading it on a secondary device. It's also possible that Apple could adjust call screening, and other update features, before the final version of iOS 26 is released this fall. If you want to try it out today, here's how to turn call screening on in iOS 26 in a few easy steps. How to turn call screening on your iPhone 1. Tap Settings. 2. Tap Apps near the bottom of the menu. 3. Tap Phone. Under the section Screen Unknown Callers, you'll see three options: Never, Ask Reason for Calling and Silence. Here's what you should know about each of these options and which one is right for most people. Which call screening option should you choose? Choosing Never lets calls from unsaved numbers come through and ring on your phone. It also lets missed calls be documented in your Recents list in your Phone app, just like before call screening was available. This is your Phone app's default option. Apple/CNET If you tap Ask Reason for Calling, your iPhone will ask anyone who calls you from an unsaved number the reason for their call without ringing your iPhone. After the caller answers a few questions, your iPhone will notify you with a transcript of the caller's answers. Then you can decide whether you want to answer the call or not. You can also pick Silence, which is the nuclear option for phone calls. Any unsaved number that calls you will be silenced and sent to voicemail, no questions asked. Ask Reason for Calling is the best option for most people who want to screen calls. I chose it, and while it notified me when scam callers answered some questions, which they rarely did, it also notified me when my doctor's office called to go over some test results. If I had chosen Silence, I would have missed my doctor's office, and choosing Never" would mean checking every call if I was expecting something important. If you choose Ask Reason for Calling and dislike it, you can always follow the steps above again and choose one of the other options. And remember, you can always silence your iPhone and not be bothered by any phone calls . My wife has not taken her phone off silent in months and she remains blissfully unbothered by spam calls. For more on iOS 26, these are my first impressions of the iOS beta version, how to reduce the Liquid Glass effects in the beta and all the new features Apple said it will bring to your device later this year.
Business Insider
4 minutes ago
- Business Insider
Marc Andreessen says this is the key to becoming the next Apple
Smartphones as we know them will eventually feel "primitive," billionaire venture capitalist Marc Andreessen said in a new interview on the "TBPN" technology podcast that aired Friday. At some point, he said, everything becomes obsolete. The big question: What comes after the smartphone? "Whoever cracks the code on that will be the next Apple," Andreessen, cofounder of venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, said. Creating a product that makes the smartphone obsolete will require a level of innovation that the world has yet to see, Andreessen said. It could take three years or two decades. However, companies are already working to develop gadgets that don't require a screen. OpenAI cofounderSam Altman, for one, is developing an AI-powered device that isn't a smartphone or wearable. Altman has teamed up with the former Apple design chief Jony Ive, one of the key figures behind the iPhone, though they've kept much of the details under wraps, including its form factor. Elsewhere, AI startups like Rabbit and Humane are experimenting with screenless devices that operate as a companion to your smartphone or use projections instead of a screen. Meanwhile, Meta's smart glasses, fitted with cameras, a voice assistant, and speakers, are showing signs of consumer interest. However, CEO Mark Zuckerberg doesn't expect them to replace phones anytime soon. "It's not like we're going to throw away our phones," Zuckerberg told The Verge in September, "but I think what's going to happen is that, slowly, we're just going to start doing more things with our glasses and leaving our phones in our pockets more." Andreessen said the object that kicks off a new era of technology could be eye-based, voice-operated, or have some sort of environmental computing. (His VC firm Andreessen Horowitz did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Business Insider.) Apple itself could be the one to lead the next revolution in tech. It likely has time to work on it, Andreessen said.
