I tested a 4K ultra-short-throw projector - and it gives my TV a run for its money
Published on: 2025-06-18 21:27:59
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ZDNET's key takeaways
The Formovie Cinema Edge 4K UST projector
It has a sturdy construction and sleek design.
It's great for cinematic viewing, although it could greatly benefit from having a dedicated sound system.
The first ultra short-throw (UST) projectors hit the mainstream market in the US as early as 2014. (Thank you, Sony.) Collectively, they've come a long way since then in terms of design, performance, and affordability. Yet, even today, most USTs resemble the size and shape of a VCR from the early 2000s.
Also: I tested this portable 4K projector, and it got bright enough to replace my TV
While Formovie's flagship Cinema Edge Theater UST projector debuted a decade later with an upgraded Theatre Premium model, and the more affordable baseline Cinema Edge, they represent the progress that's been made in the home entertainment market.
For the past month, I've been testing the Formovie Cinema Edge, which currently retails for $1,799, at our Louisville
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