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I live with a fairly large TV, the consequence of sharing a space with someone who watches a lot of sports. It’s bright, sharp, and reliably front-and-center in our living room. But after testing a handful of projectors for work, I started to wonder whether they still make sense in homes that already have TVs (especially big ones). At least in my case, the answer is yes. I still reach for mine as a flexible, portable option when a traditional TV doesn’t quite cut it, and even for a few unexpected uses.
Would you use a projector in addition to your TV? 13 votes Yes, for the right reasons. 69 % No. 31 %
1. Outdoor movie nights
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Backyard movie nights are the classic use case, and they still deliver. Watching a film under the stars, surrounded by blankets and snacks feels nostalgic in the same way eating at a 1950s-style diner does. I’ll always welcome an excuse to pile popcorn into a bowl and put on an old favorite. Projectors make outdoor movie nights far more practical than dragging a TV into the yard (which, yes, I’ve tried). All it takes is a lawn chair and a sheet.
2. Creative projects
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Not everyone thinks of projectors as creative tools, but they’re incredibly useful for visual planning. I’ve used mine to trace digital illustrations onto canvas and to sketch out a wall-sized mural on the side of my shed. Projections are also great for building quick presentations or mockups, making brainstorm sessions much easier than crowding around a laptop screen. If you paint, design, or just like to visualize your projects at scale, a projector provides a really helpful guide.
3. Room flexibility
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