AMAZING SMART PROJECTORS Can Now Replace Large TVs

Projectors have come a long way. With laser technology and Al built in, they are quietly taking over the living room. Still think TVs are better? Read on.

- SUSHIL MOTWANI

Projectors today are no longer just projectors—they are evolving into what many now call 'screenless TVs.' Thanks to major advances in display technology, modern projectors deliver visuals that closely rival traditional televisions. A key innovation driving this shift is Advanced Laser Phosphor Display (ALPD) technology. Now in its fifth generation, ALPD produces images so sharp and vivid that it is often difficult to tell whether you are watching a projection or a television screen.

Alongside ALPD, two other technologies are gaining ground: Trichroma laser and triple MALC (Microstructure Adaptive Laser Control) laser. Both prioritise highly accurate colour reproduction—capturing visuals exactly as the director intended, with vivid detail and natural tones. Together, ALPD, Trichroma, and MALC triple-colour lasers are leading a new era in projection technology.

What sets these new-age projectors apart is their flexibility. Designed for modern living, they can move easily from room to room, project on various surfaces— including walls and ceilings—and adapt to changing light conditions. Whether it is a 101.6cm (40-inch) display by day or a 254cm (100-inch) cinematic experience at night, today’s projectors deliver crystal-clear images with unmatched convenience.

Laser tech vs TV

Only a few companies globally are using the latest laser-based projection technologies, which are transforming image viewing. For decades, projectors were dominated by legacy brands whose models often exhibited visible pixels and speckling, particularly on large screens. That has changed. Today’s high-end projectors, often called 'lifestyle screenless televisions,' deliver visuals that rival traditional TVs.