Samsung's new projectors bring a 130-inch display into your home - no big TV needed

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If you're looking to upgrade your home entertainment setup with a large screen but have limitations where a television simply won't work, there are several new options you'll want to pay attention to.

Samsung has announced the addition of two new ultra short throw projectors to its lineup – the Premiere 9 and The Premiere 7. These projectors make any space a home cinema, Samsung says, and project up to a 130-inch screen.

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Both projectors utilize something called "Triple Laser Technology," which Samsung explains makes for more enhanced color and brightness than previous models, and both have 4K AI upscaling and built-in speakers with Dolby Atmos technology, so you won't need any external speakers. 

If you're a gamer, you'll enjoy the addition of the Samsung Gaming Hub, a service that lets you access more than 3,000 titles without a console.

The Premier 9 and Premier 7 run on Samsung's Tizen OS, meaning you'll have access to streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu. When you're not using it as a projector, either device doubles as a smart speaker with hands-free voice control and access to the SmartThings hub that enables you to control your home's smart devices.

What's the difference between the two? The Premier 9 is a decent amount brighter, with a maximum brightness of 3,450 ISO lumens compared to the 2,500 maximum ISO lumens of the Premier 7, and the Premier 9 can display up to 130 inches compared to the Premier 7's 120-inch maximum. The Premier 9 also brings a significant audio boost, boasting 40W 2.2.2 channel up-firing speakers. The Premier 7 has 30W 2.2 channel speakers.

Setup is simple, Samsung says; the only work required is to plug in the projector and connect it to your wireless network. 

Both projectors are available for purchase now. The Premiere 9 will retail for $5,999, and the Premiere 7 for $2,999. Buy either by Sept. 15, and you'll get a free Freestyle 2nd Gen with Gaming Hub, (a $799.99 value) a device that we named our best projector of 2024. For comparison, televisions of the size these projectors can display can cost upwards of $20,000.