Epson Unleashes Lifestudio Projectors with New 3LCD Light Engine

Epson has launched a series of 4K and 1080p projectors called Lifestudio, which range in price between $680 and $2,500, and feature a new 3LCD light engine. These lifestyle projectors are mostly for occasional movie nights and gaming, with the exception of the top-of-the-line model which is an ultra-short throw projector designed for more permanent placement. The models has onboard sound by Bose while the Flex Plus has the ability to run off a battery bank for extra portability. Lifestudio Grand Epson Starting at the top of the range, the Lifestudio Grand is an ultra-short throw projector with a claimed 3,600 lumens light output, 4K resolution and can create a 100-inch image from 10.5-inches away. Inside is Google TV, but if you want a different streaming service or other source, there are 3 HDMI inputs. On the audio front, there are two 45mm drivers paired with an 80mm ported subwoofer. The Grand has an MSRP of $2,500. Flex and Flex Plus Epson The next step down in the series are the Flex and Flex Plus. These are similar in size and purpose to the projectors' EF21/EF22 siblings. Both include a stand for tabletop positioning while there's also a $200 adjustable floor stand if you don't have a table handy. The more expensive model, the Plus, has 4K resolution, 1,000 lumens and can be powered via USB-C. Epson claims 70 minutes of playtime with a 24,000 mAh battery. The base Flex makes do with 1080p and 700 lumens. Lighting on the Flex Plus. Epson Both Flex models have onboard audio with dual 40mm drivers and two passive radiators. Inside is Google TV for streaming and both models have a single HDMI input. The Plus, which in fairness looks vaguely lamp-like, has built-in ambient lighting so it can actually double as lamp. I love lamp. The Plus has an MSRP of $1,000 while the Flex is $850. They'll eventually replace the EF21/EF22 which will be phased out at the end of the year. Pop and Pop Plus Epson At the budget end of the new range are the Pop and Pop Plus. The Plus is 4K while the base Pop is 1080p resolution and both have a claimed 700 lumens brightness, Inside is a single 20mm tweeter which is paired with a 40mm full range driver and 2 passive radiators. Like the other models it runs on Google TV. There is a single HDMI input. The Pop is $680 while the Plus is $800. The Plus is available in black and navy while the base Pop is only available in white. Epson All the Lifestudio projectors are available now.