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CNN
a day ago
- CNN
Our favorite product releases this week: Fujifilm, Razer, Xgimi and more
It's Friday, and that means that we get to end the week by looking back at our editors' favorite product launches from the last seven days. Whether you're just hoping to keep up to date with the latest and greatest releases or are looking to shop them, we've highlighted nine of the most notable drops from around the web. To close out the week, our deals team of Rikka Altland, Jacqueline Saquin and Elena Matarazzo scoured the web to find the best new product drops. This week brings the launch of refreshed Xgimi portable projectors, an upcoming Fujifilm mirrorless camera and Razer's newest controller grip. Two new battery-powered portable projectors are here Xgimi has launched its newest projectors this week, and they're making a major improvement over the company's previous releases. When our colleague Joe Bloss tested the previous-generation MoGo 3 Pro, one of his main takeaways was how the lack of an internal battery held it back from being a truly perfect portable projector. It seems that Xgimi knows how to take constructive feedback, as the new MoGo 4 series is cutting the cord by integrating a dedicated battery. Both the MoGo 4 and MoGo 4 Laser share much of the same design as the previous models, but now have enough juice to watch over two-hour-long movies on a single charge. Speaking of changes we're quite happy to see, Xgimi is adding a full-sized HDMI port to replace the MoGo 3 Pro's micro HDMI port. Otherwise, these still deliver a notable experience for bringing entertainment outside (or anywhere else) this summer. That includes the lightweight build that can fold up into a cylinder roughly the size of two cans of soup, 1080p video playback on an up to 120-inch screen and auto keystone correction for an effortless setup. The MoGo 4's enhancements earn it a $499 price tag that's $50 more than its predecessor. There's also the upgraded MoGo 4 Laser edition, which clocks in at $799 and backs that elevated price tag with a brighter laser light source. Luckily, at launch, both projectors are receiving discounts that take 10% off. The total bath time gamechanger Canopy just added more company to its lineup of colorful, handheld filtered shower heads. Bathe with the peace of mind that your water isn't filled with irritants. The all-new Bath Tub Filter attaches atop spout fixtures to help remove contaminants as water fills your tub. Our deals editor, Jacqueline Saguin, uses the Canopy shower head whenever she stays at her sister's apartment, and they've both noticed a difference in cleaner-feeling skin. It also hasn't irritated their eczema and psoriasis-prone skin types. The latest innovation from Canopy also touts a hassle-free install and easy cleanup; simply wipe it down or toss it in the dishwasher. Bath enthusiasts can also drip essential oils directly onto its felt pad to bring a spa-like aroma to their bathroom. Great for new parents, the Bath Tub Filter's baby version doubles as a protective spout cover for added safety against accidental bumps and bruises, while its built-in temperature gauge changes color as water warms to help keep bath water safe for sensitive skin. Retailing for $89, it debuted earlier this week in chic Oat, Jade and Lavender colors so that it won't disrupt bathroom aesthetics. For $10 off, you can sign up for a subscription upfront to deliver scheduled filter replacements every three months. Chic linen accessories that you can tote around all summer long Two days ago, Cuyana launched its highly anticipated Paloma Linen Collection. We've been able to get our hands on tons of its leather goods in the past and even named its zipper tote one of the best carry-all totes. This new launch melds its eco-conscious Italian leather with crisp breathable linen to create a drool-worthy summer silhouette. The smallest build is its Mini Paloma Bag, which is made to be worn as a crossbody or swinger with its adjustable strap. When it comes to details, Cuyana doesn't skimp on what's important and added a key ring and inner pocket for keeping the essentials like your lip gloss at the ready. One step above that is its larger Paloma Bag, which looks more like a crossbody-bucket bag hybrid with its foldable slip pocket and spacious exterior handles. Matarazzo is most excited about the largest and most expensive of the bunch — the Paloma Tote — since she needs a statement-worthy piece that can fit all of her essentials. For the past few months, she swapped out her favorite Coach bag for Cuyana's Celestia Shoulder Bag and thinks the leather quality and design are better than most designer brands. Blackpink in your area, and on your iPhone Whenever Altland isn't rocking a Casetify cover on her iPhone, she is using one of Arc's minimalistic cases. She has been a fan of these two-piece bumper cases for years, loving the sleek design that offers more protection than ditching a cover altogether. Now, Arc has launched a new edition in partnership with rapper, singer, dancer and actress Lisa. You may know her from the South Korean girl group Blackpink or even from her acting debut in the hit show 'White Lotus.' But now she's bringing her 'Alter Ego' stylings to Arc's covers with some limited-edition designs. The new versions of the Arc Pulse case clock in at $150 each. They both feature the same premium aluminum design as the company's other cases, just one of two special colors. Altland scored herself the red version, but there's also a more muted black design. A gaming controller grip that fits an iPad Pro Razer makes Altland's favorite iPhone gaming accessory with its Kishi Ultra controller grip. She loves using it with not just her iPhone, but also her larger iPad mini. Most other smartphone controllers lack support for larger tablets, which helps Razer stand out from the pack. The company is taking that support for a wide range of products to a whole new level with its newest pro-style gamepad grip. The new Razer Kishi V3 Pro XL works with any USB-C device, be it one of Apple's newest iPads or an Android tablet. That means it can support devices like a 13-inch iPad — a massive step up from the 6.7-inch iPad mini that pushed the limits of the Kishi Ultra. The Pro XL also features full-size TMR joysticks, which use magnets instead of physical contacts for registering inputs to combat stick drift. The more pronounced design hides two sets of configurable macro buttons. Supporting the largest devices to date means that Razer is also going to be charging a premium for its newest controller grip. The Kishi V3 Pro XL is now available for purchase at Amazon and retails for $200. Altland is excited to get her hands on this new accessory and put it to the test. It enters right after the biggest gaming handheld launch in ages, the debut of the Nintendo Switch 2. So if that new hybrid gaming device's $450 price tag is a bit too steep, using the tablet you already have to game on the go may be a better route to take — that is, if you don't mind ditching the newest Mario Kart title in the process. An oldie but a goodie is back and better than ever Celebrity hairstylist Jen Atkin might have just perfected the formula for refreshing oily, day-three hair. Joining a league of editor-loved leave-in conditioners and hair oils, the Super Dry Shampoo brings new life to blowouts and the brand's original formula. The new-and-improved dry shampoo comes in two beloved fragrances and a tweaked formula to create a seamless finish in hair. The Super Dry Shampoo launched on June 3 but has already become a fast favorite for Saguin. As someone who's cycled through a handful of dry shampoos over the years — powders, included — she attests to its benefits. The Ouai formula packs an effective blend of starches to tamp down oil and sweat. While it sprays on with a white cast, it fades within minutes to blend with hair. It also features a unique angled nozzle to prevent the formula from accidentally spritzing onto your face. Even better, Ouai's $30 Super Dry Shampoo premieres in the rose, bergamot-infused Melrose Place and the refreshing, earthy Cape Town. It seems like a steep starting point, but a few sprays of the 4.5-ounce formula go the distance. The stars are saying you need a new phone case With just a week left of Gemini season, Casetify has decided to treat us to an all-new Horoscope Case Collection with vibrant colors and designs that match your sun astrological makeup. Over 100 phone cases, charging stands, wireless chargers, AirPods covers and more can be covered with a design of your sign. Matarazzo has used Casetify's iPhone cases for the past few years and is a big fan of its Impact Case. While the price may seem steep for some at first, it protects your device drop after drop and has minimal wear and tear. For those looking for extra support, it's more rugged but still sleek Bounce Case is $10 more and up to 21 feet of drop protection. With bag charms and other quirky accessories being all the rage as of late, Matarazzo is also stoked to purchase a friendship-inspired wristlet charm to hang off the side of her phone. With her birthday coming up in a little over a month, she'll be stocking up on all things Cancer since that's her sun sign. The beloved X100VI gets a new sibling with removable lens Fujifilm debuted its latest mirrorless camera this week, and Altland couldn't be more excited. The upcoming X-E5 is one of the company's slimmest cameras to date and takes one of its more beloved shooters up a notch. The X100VI is one of the best travel photography cameras money can buy, that is, if you can find one. Everyone adores its retro design and film simulation features, so much so that it has largely been sold out since first hitting store shelves. Fujifilm's solution to the popularity is to launch a new camera that takes everything photographers love about the X100VI and adds a removable lens. The new Fujifilm X-E5 shares the same 40 megapixel sensor as its sibling, as well as an identical tilting rear screen and in-body image stabilization system. It pairs with a newly announced 23mm f/2.8 lens, which has a matching focal length to the X100's built-in lens. Aside from its removable lens, Fujifilm also added a more pronounced, contoured grip. You can pre-order the Fujifilm X-E5 before it begins shipping later this year. We typically avoid placing pre-orders in our weekly launches column, but with a camera that's sure to be as popular as the X-E5, it's worth checking out now. Retailers like Moment and B&H have the mirrorless camera listed for $1,699 on its own or with the kit lens at $1,899. Get a jumpstart on your summer tan Self-tanning can sometimes be risky business, but Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare made the task much easier by dosing its facial pads with a similar glowing effect. Enter the Face Glow Pad and the Body Glow Pad. Both work in tandem to dip you in a subtle, bronze from head to toe. Head into summer with some sun on your side without having to spend hours out baking. Skip the separate exfoliating step of self-tanning. The Face Glow Pad uses a combination of AHAs and BHAs to help smooth skin texture, while its vitamin E ingredient hydrates in its place. After sweeping the cloth around your face, you should notice a radiant difference in under an hour, without having to rinse it off afterward. Meanwhile, the Body Glow Pad uses the same formula on a larger, waffle-textured towel to polish and tan simultaneously — all sans messes, streaks and exfoliating as an extra step. It'll begin fading evenly over a week, according to the brand, with a streak-free, long-lasting finish. For $48 each, a Face Glow Pad box comes with 20 packets, while a Body Glow Pad box includes eight sheets. Socks that celebrate diversity, inclusion and visibility in the running community When Matarazzo started her journey to getting seriously into running back in 2012, the first pair of socks that she purchased at the running store were Feetures. The brand makes cushioned socks that hug your feet and also feature a handy tab to help prevent blisters. June 8 marked Global Running Day, and to celebrate, Feetures released its third custom set of socks with the Running Industry Diversity Coalition (RIDC). The limited edition Harmony In Motion Socks are inspired by nature and the coalition's inclusive ethos, with its earthy design. For those unfamiliar, the RIDC is an organization committed to uplifting Black, Indigenous and other POCs' voices in running and outdoor spaces. It was created in July of 2020 and has been going strong since. It's been active in driving change for the past almost five years and has a calendar of events live on its site if you're inspired to get involved. Half of the proceeds from each Harmony In Motion Socks purchase will go directly to the RIDC and its efforts. As deals editors at CNN Underscored, we are some of the first people to hear about the latest product news from reader-favorite brands. Our deals team — comprised of senior editor Rikka Altland, editor Jacqueline Saguin and associate editor Elena Matarazzo — is passionate about product launches that we would be tempted to shop, and we enjoy finding a coveted new item (especially one from a brand with top marks from our experts) because it means we're helping our readers make savvy buying decisions.
Forbes
a day ago
- Forbes
Xgimi MoGo 4 Series Gets A Crucial Upgrade For Real Portability
Xgimi MoGo 4 portable projector Xgimi has announced two new portable projectors in the MoGo lineup. With the MoGo 4 and MoGo 4 Laser, you no longer need to bring your own battery with Xgimi's new projectors. The MoGo 4 series introduces several firsts for the brand's entry-level lineup, including a built-in battery and support for magnetic color filters that lets you adjust the mood and tone of your projection environment. The standard MoGo 4 features 1080p resolution and 450 ISO Lumens brightness, with support for up to a 120-inch screen. It includes dual 6W Harman/Kardon speakers, auto keystone correction, and 360-degree rotation. A new ambient speaker mode allows the device to act as a standalone Bluetooth speaker, while the included detachable lanyard and gesture controls add to the portability and ease of use. The Xgimi MoGo 4 Laser brings a more premium visual experience with triple-laser projection technology. It outputs 550 ISO Lumens of brightness and same resolution but is said to offer improved clarity and color performance over the standard model. It also features a native 1000:1 contrast ratio. The Laser model includes a full set of four magnetic filters called Sunset, Ripple, Lunar, and Dreamscape, which attach to the lens and create varying lighting effects. The MoGo 4 Laser also has a more refined design that includes a transparent base with an illuminated power light and brushed metal side rails. Both new Xgimi portable projectors offer gesture control support to switch between filter modes with a wave of the hand. They are powered by Google TV with licensed Netflix support, and include HDMI (ARC), USB, Wi-Fi 5, and Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity. Xgimi MoGo 4 Laser The Xgimi MoGo 4 is priced at £509, while the MoGo 4 Laser is available for £679. Bundle options include the MoGo 4 with a PowerBase Stand (an accessory that doubles battery life) for £579, and the MoGo 4 Laser paired with both the PowerBase Stand and Outdoor Screen for £799. Both models are available now on the company's official website and Amazon.
Stuff.tv
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Stuff.tv
The small yet mighty Xgimi Mogo 4 changed my thoughts on portable projectors
Stuff Verdict This pint-sized projector does more than just movies. The Xgimi Mogo 4 puts fun first, with ambient lighting filters and Bluetooth audio. The built-in battery then makes it properly portable Pros Brilliantly compact and auto keystone for go-anywhere movie nights Google TV smarts, Bluetooth sound and HDMI cover most content bases Filters add ambient lighting fun Finally, a built-in battery Cons Not quite bright enough for al fresco viewing on sunny days Built-in speakers are merely OK Introduction Blink and you'll have missed it, but the tech world has suddenly gone gaga for portable projectors. You can't move for the things at trade shows now, yet most seem to have ignored the 'portable' bit – instead relying on mains power to get their shine on. Not Xgimi, though: the new Mogo 4 finally fixes the biggest barrier to portable projector perfection by adding a built-in battery, letting you turn anything into an impromptu movie theatre – no plug sockets required. The successor to the Mogo 3 Pro has also been given a styling upgrade, more convenient connectivity, slicker controls, and a fun set of filters that let it double as an ambient light show. There's even a more potent version with brighter laser projection if you can't wait until darkness falls to press play. That's quite the feature set for something barely bigger than a pint glass. Its closest rival, the Anker Nebula Capsule 3, is much bigger yet isn't nearly as bright. Arriving at $499/£509 (or $799/£679 for the laser version) the Mogo 4 sees a small price hike over the previous generation. Is that justified by being able to fully cut the cord? After a few weeks of testing, I'm convinced it most certainly is. How we test home cinema equipment Every projector, sound bar and home theatre separate reviewed on Stuff is used for a minimum of a week's worth of daily watching and listening. We use a playlist of test footage made up of multiple genres to assess picture and sound, and use our years of experience to compare to other models. Manufacturers have no visibility on reviews before they appear online, and we never accept payment to feature products. Find out more about how we test and rate products. Design & build: a cup above the rest The Mogo series continues to shrink with each new iteration. This latest one is about as big as a venti coffee cup (to use the Starbucks barista lingo), with Xgimi having moved the integrated speakers into the main unit, rather than bolting them on the base like the outgoing Mogo 3 Pro. It's a little shorter as a result, which is impressive given the firm has also found room inside for a battery pack. The built-in stand is slimmer, too – plus it rotates the full 360 degrees now. There's still a tripod thread underneath if you need extra elevation, or plan on picking up Xgimi's optional PowerBase stand. All in, this projector is roughly a third of the size of the Yaber T2 I'd been using previously. It's significantly lighter, and the bundled power brick is fairly compact too. It just about squeezes into a backpack's bottle holder, so you really can lug it just about anywhere. The mix of metal effect silver and grey plastics look pretty luxurious from a distance, while the orange trim accents provide a neat contrast. The stand being see-through – and the base glowing with colour-changing LEDs – adds more of a sci-fi vibe. You get a full-size HDMI port at the side now, which makes hooking up a games console, laptop or other gadget far easier than the Mogo 3 (which used the lesser-spotted micro HDMI, and didn't come with an adapter in the box). A USB-A port is on board for playback from external storage, if you're still refusing to enter the streaming age. Features & battery life: light the way Pop the projector up from its base and it powers on automatically, whether you've got the power cable connected or not. The built-in battery is rated for around two and half hours of video playback in Eco mode, and six hours of music playback. I regularly nudged over two hours, and it was only three hour epic movies that made me reach for the power cable before the credits rolled. Press the power button while the projector is stashed and it'll boot into Bluetooth mode, letting you stream songs from another device while the LEDs flash to the beat. You can turn 'em off if you're allergic to fun. With its newfound freedom from mains power, I used the Mogo 4 outside almost as much as I did indoors. It helped that Xgimi sent an Outdoor Screen to test it with; the $99/£89 lightweight set includes a wrinkle-free screen large enough for a 70in image, and a rust-resistant aluminium alloy frame to clip it into. Ground stakes keep it pegged in place, and I could put the whole thing together in a matter of minutes. Placed on the ground a few feet from the patio table where I'd perched the Mogo 4, it turned my garden into an al fresco cinema – though it was best enjoyed after the sun had set. The Mogo 4 's other party trick is a set of creative filters, which magnetically clip onto the front of the lens and turns the projector into an ambient art installation. A sunset filter is included in the box, but I wasn't thrilled by it; pop it on and an orange glowing orb gets projected while soft relaxing music plays in the background. It's the optional Ripple and Dreamscape filters that are worth the price of admission. The funky effects and colour-changing patterns remind me of Philips Hue ambient light setups, except here you can pop it anywhere you like. Waving your hand in front of the lens switches between the different filters, so you don't have to scrabble for a remote. Remove the filter and the projector instantly returns to the Google TV homescreen, which is a nice touch. I do wonder what prolonged use will mean for the LED-lit DLP optical system's lifespan, which is rated at around 25,000 hours. Interface: just Google it Power on the Mogo 4 and it performs an automatic keystone adjustment as it boots into the Google TV homescreen. There's Wi-Fi 5 on board to get connected during the initial setup – not the quickest, but more than enough to stream at the projector's native 1080p. Google TV is so much slicker than the old Android TV interface Xgimi used on its older models, with native app support for all the major streaming service players. TV catchup will vary depending on where you are in the world; as a UK resident I got ITVX and Channel 5, but BBC iPlayer and Channel 4 were both MIA. Navigation can be by either of the two bundled remote controls; the main one is closer to a TV remote, with LED backlit keys for the more critical functions and a handful of shortcuts to Netflix, Prime Video and YouTube. You can even customise a fourth shortcut to jump straight to any app downloaded from the Google Play Store. There's even a built-in microphone and Google Assistant button for voice commands. About the only thing I can ding it for is using AAA batteries instead of being USB rechargeable – but that's a minor quibble. The mini remote usually hangs out on the projector itself, but can be detached from its lanyard to handle the basics. Sure, you could just use your phone as a remote – but this cutesy alternative is far simpler, and means you can leave the main remote at home when you take the Mogo 4 on the move. Performance: shining star Given its size and 450 lumen brightness rating, I was readying myself to draw the curtains and switch off all the lights to get a viewable picture from the Mogo 4. I needn't have worried; as long as you don't have overhead lights shining directly on your projection surface, this small shiner delivers an impressively clear image. That of course varies based on how big a picture you're trying to project; the light source can only do so much, and loses some impact the closer to get to the 120in Xgimi reckons the Mogo 4 is good for. With a 50in picture I could watch streaming shows with the blinds open; doubling the size made me close them for a less washed-out presentation. Even in the darkest conditions there's a greyness to the deepest shadows, but not enough to distract from the content. This is a portable projector, after all, so comparing it to a home cinema-grade shiner costing several times as much would miss the point. The 1080p image looked wonderfully crisp no matter how big or small I went, and the Mogo 4 coped well with faster motion. There wasn't much at all in the way of judder, so streamed football matches are as fair game as Netflix dramas. I'm also particularly susceptible to the rainbow effect created by DLP projection, but barely noticed it at all here. Colours in general were wonderfully vibrant and varied, with some of the best range I've seen from any portable projector. There's real subtlety to skin tones, though, so it clearly knows when to reign things in for a more realistic presentation. I wouldn't swap the OLED TV in my lounge for one – but can't really fault the picture given its compact dimensions and sensible price. The Mogo 4's built-in speakers, don't punch quite so far above their weight, but neither do they let the side down. The two 6W drivers can get surprisingly loud when you want them to, without any distracting distortion for the most part. The mid-range is particularly clear, which helps vocals cut through the rest of the mix. Bass is unsurprisingly modest, but there's more low-end than I was expecting; movie explosions aren't going to rattle your garden furniture, but they won't sound entirely hollow either. If you plan on piping sound through a Bluetooth speaker, it'll need to be a decent one to show a significant improvement over what you get here. Just don't expect your content to sound like it's coming from the screen; even with a 360-degree driver arrangement, audio unmistakably feels like it's coming from the projector itself. I also wish Xgimi would add Auracast, to make the movie night equivalent of a silent disco that bit easier to set up. Xgimi Mogo 4 verdict Xgimi already had the compact crown with the last-gen Mogo 3 Pro; its successor is now properly portable, thanks to that built-in battery and mini remote. You really can take the Mogo 4 just about anywhere, with the fully rotating stand and simple auto-keystone able to cope with pretty much any placement. While it doesn't shine so brightly you'll be wanting to ditch your TV for one – or turn your driveway into a drive-in movie theatre during daylight hours – it doesn't demand you sit in the dark to watch. The Google TV interface is undeniably slick, and the creative filters are a fun addition that add ambience even when you're not breaking out the popcorn. There might be cheaper rivals, but none are as feature-complete as the Mogo 4. For on-the-go entertainment, it's simply fantastic. Stuff Says… Score: 5/5 This fully featured portable projector does more than just movies. The Xgimi Mogo 4 puts fun first, with ambient lighting, creative filters and Bluetooth audio – but it's the convenient built-in battery that'll make you want to take it everywhere. Pros Brilliantly compact and auto keystone for go-anywhere movie nights Google TV smarts and HDMI covers most content bases Filters add ambient lighting fun Cons Not bright enough for al fresco viewing on sunny days Built-in speakers are merely OK Xgimi Mogo 4 technical specifications Projection type DLP Resolution 1920×1080 Light source LED Brightness (claimed) 450 nits Connectivity USB-C, HDMI, Wi-Fi Smart TV operating system Google TV Battery life 2.5hrs Dimensions
The Verge
2 days ago
- The Verge
Xgimi adds a laser option and built-in batteries to its MoGo 4 projectors
Xgimi is sticking batteries into the latest versions of its compact MoGo projectors, making them even more portable since you no longer need to bring an extra power bank if you don't have access to an outlet. Both the MoGo 4 and MoGo 4 Laser are supposed to have enough built-in power to watch a two-and-a-half-hour movie, and they include other welcome upgrades like a standard-sized HDMI port. The MoGo 4, which uses an LED light source like the MoGo 3 Pro, is available starting today for $499, making it $50 more expensive than its predecessor. The MoGo 4 Laser, which uses a brighter laser light source, is also available now but significantly more expensive at $799. The MoGo 4 can be bundled with Xgimi's 20,000mAh PowerBase Stand to extend playtimes for $549, while the laser version is available in a similar bundle that also includes a collapsible outdoor screen for $899. Both projectors have a similar design to the MoGo 3 Pro, which looked like a chunky metal water bottle but was actually made of plastic with a faux metal finish. For added flexibility when it comes to where you can set up and use them, an integrated stand can now rotate a full 360 degrees. The new models also ditch the MoGo 3 Pro's micro HDMI port for a full-sized one, so you won't need adapters or special cables to connect the projectors to consoles or other video sources. Resolution remains at 1080p. The two projectors are a little heavier now — up from 2.4 to 2.9 pounds — thanks to their built-in batteries, but you may still want to keep an external power bank on hand if you're using them away from a power outlet. Xgimi's estimate of 2.5 hours of battery life is based on the projectors being in eco mode, which reduces their brightness to 40 percent. You can expect battery life to drop considerably when using them at their full intensity of 450 ISO lumens for the MoGo 4 and 550 ISO lumens for the MoGo 4 Laser. Sound is improved with a pair of slightly louder 6W Harmon Kardon speakers integrated into both new models, and they each come with a mini wireless infrared remote that's tethered to them on a short lanyard, as well as a larger remote with backlit buttons and quick access to streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video. The MoGo 3 Pro offered an optional optical filter that could be placed over its lens to create a lightshow, allowing the projector to double as accent lighting. The MoGo 4 includes a magnetic filter that Xgimi calls sunset, while three additional ones — dreamscape, lunar, and ripple — work alongside an app to create an 'ambient and immersive background experience' and can be purchased for $99. The MoGo 4 Laser comes with all four of them in the box. Other features that Xgimi is carrying forward from the MoGo 3 Pro include the ability to use the new projectors as Bluetooth speakers with ambient lighting that can be synced to the beat of what's playing, automatic keystone correction, continuous autofocus, and the use of Google TV so you can access streaming services without the need for an external box or dongle.
Tom's Guide
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
Forget OLED TVs — this ultra short throw projector can hit 4,000 lumens at 120 inches
(Image credit: Optoma) Optoma's bringing a new UST (Ultra Short Throw) projector to the market, one that's built for serious entertainment and gaming. Coined the GT4000UHD projector, Optoma's newest design can beam an image at 4,000 lumens at a screen size of up to 120 inches. To get a comparable TV in that range, you'd have to shell out a hefty penny, and few offer such an easy setup like this small projector. Even so, you'll still have to pay a premium for this new entry among the best projectors, setting you back a measly $4,000. You may like One of the brightest projectors at a price (Image credit: Optoma) Optoma is taking on the likes of Xgimi and Epson with a new UST projector designed to be every bit the best entertainment experience as much as a gaming powerhouse. Optoma claims the new GT4000UHD measures at a 500,000:1 contrast ratio and can hit 4,000 ANSI lumens of brightness. That's incredible control, equal to the Epson LS800, which remains one of the brightest projectors we've ever tested. You'll still want to scoop up an accompanying ALR screen to get the best possible performance out of the GT4000UHD, but it should be able to handle ambient lighting quite well. It can also hit a screen size of 120 inches at a distance of 12 inches from the wall. While that's not quite as good as something like the new Hisense L9Q, it's a promising addition that could give bigger TV screens a run for their money. It's also kitted out with some serious gaming chops, like a 4.3ms response time at a 240Hz refresh rate and 8ms at 120Hz in 1080p, ideal primarily for those running some of the best gaming PCs. Optoma also claims it has a 16ms input latency at 60Hz for 4K gaming, which should be good coverage for gamers on the PS5 and Xbox Series X, but would be even better if it had VRR compatibility. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Despite its gaming prowess, the uphill battle facing the GT4000UHD is that TVs are getting bigger and, at the same time, much cheaper. Take a quick gander down the list of best 85-inch TVs and you'll see plenty of affordable options, like the Hisense U7N Mini-LED TV that's just over $1,200. Meanwhile, the GT4000UHD comes in at a whopping $4,499. That's more than some of the best OLED TVs cost, and it's not even counting the ALR screen you'd most likely need for ample performance. It's a tough sell, even with it offering an over 100-inch screen size. More from Tom's Guide
