Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Why don't you buy a projector? Plus: Apple iTV rumor roundup

We've reviewed a bunch of projectors recently and come away mostly impressed by their picture quality and home theater bang for the buck. So why aren't projectors more popular? Is it the need to replace the bulbs, the cost (especially with a screen), the need for a darker room, or the sheer size? Our poll has thousands of responses and more than 150 comments already, so add your vote. Trouble viewing this email? Read it online.

April 10, 2013

CNET Home Theater and Audio

Poll: What's stopping you from getting a projector?

We've reviewed a bunch of projectors recently and come away mostly impressed by their picture quality and home theater bang for the buck. So why aren't projectors more popular? Is it the need to replace the bulbs, the cost (especially with a screen), the need for a darker room, or the sheer size? Our poll has thousands of responses and more than 150 comments already, so add your vote.

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Apple HDTV rumor roundup

Talk of an Apple TV set dates back to 2009, but recent months have provided an avalanche of rumors. CNET has gathered them all in one convenient location for you.

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High-end audio on the cheap

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Sony reveals pricing for its more budget-friendly 4K TVs

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