Epson is a leader in projectors, many models featuring its 3LCD projection technology, which consists of three separate LCD panels to handle each of the primary colours: red, green, and blue. The result? High brightness and natural looking images. The latest line-up is called Lifestudio. It includes the world’s first smart projectors to feature Sound by Bose technology along with advanced 3LCD technology, built-in Google TV, and control via the Epson Projection Studio app.
Here, I’ll take you through the line, highlighting the five new models: the Lifestudio Grand, Flex Plus, Flex, Pop Plus, and Pop.
At the heart of the Lifestudio projector line
There are a few key things to note that are at the heart of the Lifestudio projector line.
Sound by Bose technology
Sound by Bose technology is in all Lifestudio projector models. It involves a custom-designed audio system co-developed in partnership with the audio brand. It ensures synchronization between audio and video so you get room-filling sound and deep bass without needing separate speakers.
The Epson Projection Studio app
Developed specifically for these projectors, the app, available for both iOS and Android devices, can be used for basic controls. This includes navigating menus, adjusting volume, and controlling playback. But you can do more as well, such as easily display personalized videos, like home movies. Using a secure QR code or online link, you can invite others to participate in the fun, connecting with friends and family members to create and share videos and images.
Built-in Google TV
With this smart TV platform built in, enjoy instant access to your favourite apps and streaming TV services without the need to connect to a separate source device: all you need is a Wi-Fi connection.
A brief overview of the line-up
What are the different models in the line? The Lifestudio Pop and Flex Series are portable models and the Grand is an ultra-short throw model. Let’s take a look at the key points in each series.
Epson Lifestudio Pop and Flex series: perfect for family viewing and game night
With the Lifestudio Flex, Flex Plus, Pop, and Pop Plus, portable lifestyle projecters, you can enjoy family viewing virtually anywhere. Ultra lightweight and sleek with a modern design, they feature Epson’s 3-chip 3LCD Triple Core Engine technology. This delivers an ultra-bright 4K Pro-UHD or Full HD picture up to 150 inches in size. With Sound by Bose, you get room-filling sound despite the compact size, so you don’t have to worry about adding more speakers. This means you can even set it up outdoors in appropriate weather conditions.
Each projector has four specially tuned sound modes so you can find the right audio setting based on what you’re watching, whether that’s an animated movie, the big game, or even playing video games. EpiqSense 2.0 auto set-up, meanwhile, lets you adjust focus, colour, and picture alignment.
Speaking of gaming, you can enjoy smooth, responsive gameplay using Auto Low Latency mode, available in both Plus variants. As the name implies, the Flex models add a built-in swivel and tilt stand so you can adjust the view based on where you place it, like on a table or the floor. The Flex Plus adds four ambient mood lighting modes for a splash of colour to enhance gaming or home movies. It also has a USB-C power input that supports 100W or 140W portable chargers. Get up to 70 minutes with a 24,000mAh charger, long enough to watch an episode of your favourite show or enjoy an hour gaming session.
Epson Lifestudio Grand: Enjoy the cinema experience at home
Want to save money on going out to the movies? Enjoy a cinema-like experience at home with the ultra-short throw Epson Lifestudio Grand. Thanks to Sound by Bose, you get room-filling sound with deep bass, perfect for high-flying action movies and sporting events as well as video games.
Also compact and sleek in design, it can sit just inches from the wall thanks to the short-throw lens, so you don’t need a huge open space to enjoy. It’s great even for small apartments! It will project an image as large as 120 inches and up to 4K resolution with HDR10 to offer improved colours, contrast, and detail, without sacrificing brightness. This means you can enjoy it both day and night.
Powered by advanced 3-chip 3LCD technology, the Lifestudio Grand has four specially tuned sound modes. Whether you’re putting on an animated movie for the kids or diving deep into a first-person shooter game, you can tailor the experience according to your needs.
Breaking down each projector in the line
Not sure which one is right for you? Here, we’ll break down the key specs to help you choose.
Lifestudio Flex Plus
Get up to 1,000 lumens of white and colour brightness from this 4K projector, which is perfect for movies and gaming. Finished in silver, it has built-in ambient lighting and a tiltable stand for flexible placement, as the name implies. With the USB-C power, it’s the perfect model to take with you.
The standard Lifestudio Flex is finished in classic white and isn’t as powerful with up to 700 lumens white and colour brightness, making this model best for viewing indoors in darker rooms. You get full HD picture quality as well, making it a solid choice for families watching content with their kids.
Lifestudio Pop Plus
Another good option for families and indoor or outdoor use, you get 700 lumens white and colour brightness in an elegant navy finish with the Lifestudio Pop Plus. But it’s a step-up with 4K picture quality and a lightweight design. With the option to project an image as big as 150 inches, this is perfect for backyard movie nights under the stars.
Don’t need something as advanced? Step down to the Lifestudio Pop, which offers Full HD resolution and 700 lumens white and colour brightness. It’s a more affordable models for occasional viewing indoors or outside at night. Finished in white, set this up in your basement for family movie night, streaming TV content, or casual gaming.
Lifestudio Grand
Available in black or white, the Lifestudio Grand offers 3,600 lumens of both white and colour brightness alongside 4K resolution. An ultra-short throw projector, it’s compact and modern in design, and can be placed inches from the TV. It projects an image as large as 120 inches from 15.2 inches away. With three HDMI ports (one ARC and two eARC), you can connect source devices to watch content from a laptop, streaming stick, or even an HDMI drive.
From family viewing to gaming and movie nights, there’s a Lifestudio for you
Whether you’re a serious gamer, movie-loving couple, or family with young kids, there’s a Lifestudio model for you. If you want something you can take with you and use anywhere, the Lifestudio Flex Plus is ideal. For at-home viewing, whether it’s a big or small room, the Lifestudio Grand is perfect. For a balance of portability and picture quality with a nice, big image, the Lifestudio Pop won’t disappoint.
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