【Secret Confessions: Tubong Lugaw Episode 47】

At CES 2025,Secret Confessions: Tubong Lugaw Episode 47 we saw the good and the weird, all the newest innovations that the tech industry has to offer in the upcoming year. While many of the devices showcased at CES, aren't actually things you can bring home, there is a hot collection of gadgets you can bring home now.

On the home theater front, we were impressed by the LG OLED G-Series of TVs that offer exceptionally bright and crisp displays. CES also brought forth all the innovations in the projector market. With new releases from Valerion, LG, and Samsung, these are the best projectors that debuted at CES 2025.

1. Valerion VisionMaster Max Projector

The Valerion VisionMaster Max is built for home screening rooms. Credit: Valerion

Supporting up to 300-inches of screen space, the Valerion VisionMaster Max projector is a home theater in one device. It supports both IMAX enhanced and Dolby Vision for movie theater-like picture. It's supported by 3000 ISO lumens and dynamic tone mapping for precise picture.

While impressive, it also comes with a steep price tag of $3,999. It's available for preorder now at Valerion.

Opens in a new window Credit: Valerion Valerion VisionMaster Max $3,999 at Valerion

2. Formovie Theater Premium Ultra and Cinema Edge

Now that it's on sale, the Formovie projectors are *slightly* more affordable. Credit: Formovie

Formovie debuted not one, but two new projectors in their line-up. First, comes the Formovie Theater Premium Ultra, which supports screens up to 150-inches. It has a built-in Google TV with Netflix for streaming, so you don't need another streaming device or laptop hooked up. In addition to Dolby Vision, it features sound by Bowers & Wilkins.

Plus, there's the Cinema Edge 4K laser projector, a slightly more affordable option compared to the Theater Premium Ultra. It delivers 4K Ultra HD resolution with Dolby Audio. It supports screen sizes from 80- to 150-inches Like the Theater Premium Ultra it also comes with the built-in Google TV equipped for streaming.

Both devices are available for purchase, and on sale. You can find the Formovie Theater Premium Ultra for $2,799, down $700 from it's $3,499 retail price. The Formovie Cinema Edge projector is on sale for $1,799, also down $700 from its $2,499 list price.

Opens in a new window Credit: Formovie Formovie Theater Premium Ultra projector $2,799 at Formovie
$3,499 Save $700 Opens in a new window Credit: Formovie Formovie Cinema Edge projector $1,799 at Formovie
$2,499 Save $700

3. LG PF600U 3-in-1 projector

This all-in-one device from LG works as a projector, mood lamp, and Bluetooth speaker. Credit: LG

While it's not yet on the market, LG debuted its PF600U 3-in-1 projector. While it looks like any old floor lamp — a very chic modern one at that — it creates ambient mood lighting. Plus it features built-in stereo speakers to play music or whatever media you're projecting.

On the PF600U is the CineBeam S, a small 4K short throw projector. It delivers 4K UHD resolution with 500 lumens of brightness. It connects to both iOS and Android systems, and includes HDMI and USB-C inputs. No release date has been provided for LG's 3-in-1 projector.

4. Hisense L9Q TriChroma Laser TV

Credit: Hisense

Hisense joined in on the projector fun during CES 2025 with their L9Q TriChroma Laser TV. Like the Valerion and Formovie projectors on this list, it includes a built-in Google TV, compatible with Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa and Apple HomeKit systems.

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With 5,000 lumens, it's one of the brightest laser displays to debut at this year's CES. It covers five different screen sizes, ranging from 100- to 150-inches and are compatible Hisense's Ambient Light Reflection screens. The projector also includes surround sound speakers that power-up Dolby Atmos sound.

No release date or price has yet been announced for the Hisense L9Q TriChroma Laser TV.

5. TCL Playcube

This projector looks like it's on the move. Credit: TCL

The TCL Playcube offers a more dynamic projector, made to be used both indoors and out. The Magic Cube design provides a midcentury look, creating both a stylish yet functional device. It comes with a built-in battery so you can take it outside without worrying about an extension cord.

TCL has yet to release more details on the specs of the Playcube with more details on its release and price also to come.

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