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LG’s ProBeam UST and MiniBeam projectors can turn a room into a cinema http://ift.tt/2vkznKv Projectors are normally big, bulky, and require plenty of space to set up. Once they are installed, it’s usually permanent. But LG’s newly unveiled pair of projectors, the ProBeam UST and MiniBeam, are built to make installation simple, and portable setups possible. The first of the two, the ProBeam UST is an ultra short-throw laser projector. Short-throw projectors differ from the usual projectors you find, in that they are placed near the display surface rather of being placed at the back of the room or being installed in the ceiling. The ProBeam UST requires only 4.7 inches of space between it and the screen or wall to display up to a 100-inch full-HD 1080p resolution picture, with a brightness of up to 1,500 lumens and a 150,000:1 contrast ratio. Short-throw projectors also have the benefit of being flexible to place when compared with normal projector models. The ProBeam UST does not require its own stand, and can instead be placed on any furniture already present in your room. Plus, it features a corner keystone for adjusting the picture to correct horizontal and vertical distortion. Since the ProBeam UST sits directly in front of the screen, you will not have to worry about shadows being cast by objects that wander into the projector’s path. Enhancing that flexibility is the included Bluetooth connectivity for pairing up wireless speakers or headphones. The ProBeam UST is also equipped with LG’s webOS Smart TV operating system, enabling users to watch content on streaming apps like Netflix, Hulu, and YouTube. The second of the pair, the LG MiniBeam is a compact portable projector that aims to give users more control over their setup. To achieve full portability, the MiniBeam is powered by a rechargeable 9000mAh battery. LG claims the battery will last up to four hours on its own. The projector’s single USB Type-C port serves multiple functions, allowing playback from connected laptops, smartphones, or tablets, and also serving as the charging port. We are curious to see how this work in practice, but at the very least being able to use the device with only a single cable is an enticing prospect when compared to the multiple cords usually needed for a projector. Setting up projectors can be finicky and require a certain level of precision to avoid distortion. To that end, LG designed the MiniBeam with a multi-angle projection feature. With this, the MiniBeam can be titled up to 70 degrees for projecting onto a wall or screen. While LG has us intrigued by the ProBeam UST and MiniBeam’s features, we will need to wait a bit longer before getting our hands on them. Pricing and availability for both devices will be detailed later this year.
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