Podcast #964: Samsung Hybrid QD-OLED, Six Cheap Security Devices, and the Optoma CinemaX P2

Samsung has new hybrid TVs coming — and they could kill OLED

Samsung is readying a new TV display technology that combines the immaculate picture of OLED with the brightness and color boosting properties of QLED's quantum-dots, into a new hybrid technology called QD-OLED.

Even more exciting? According to reports from BusinessKorea, prototypes of the next-gen technology are already being shared with companies like Sony and Panasonic, as well as Samsung Electronics, and the new panels could start showing up in TVs as early as 2021. Full article here...

6 super cheap home security devices to buy in 2020

From Wyze Cams to Echo Dots, these gadgets will keep your home secure without emptying your bank account. Full article here…

Optoma Releases CinemaX P2 All-in-One, 4K Ultra Short Throw Laser Projector

From the Optoma Press Release:

Optoma launched its next-generation true 4K UHD cinematic experience with the CinemaX P2. This ultra short throw projector features 3,000 lumens of brightness, laser technology and an ultra short throw lens.

Using customer feedback from the award-winning CinemaX P1, Optoma engineered the next gen CinemaX P2 to deliver 25% more contrast and vibrant color performance than its top-selling predecessor giving you a richer color pallet and deeper blacks. It features an integrated Enhanced Gaming Mode making this UST projector an ideal choice for your gaming projector. It even has a state-of-the-art digital exhibit feature. All of this projection power contained in a sleek, white, space saving design.

Optoma CinemaX P2 Smart 4K UHD Laser Features:

• Resolution: 4K UHD (3,840 x 2,160)
• Lumens: 3,000 ANSI lumens
• Contrast: 2,000,000:1 with 3 Dynamic Black Dimming Modes (P1 1.5M:1 No Dynamic Black Dimming modes)
• Color: REC.709, DCI-P3 wide color gamut
• HDR10 compatible
• Color Wheel: 6 Segment RGBRGB (Editor's Note - The P1 had an eight segment color wheel that included yellow. Removing yellow is supposed to provide more vivid colors)
• Integrated 4K Media Player and popular video streaming apps available from Optoma Marketplace
• Smart+ Technology: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and IFTTT integration
• SmartFIT app: Auto geometry correction system for iOS and Android

The Optoma CinemaX P2 is available for purchase at $3,299 and only comes in white. We have requested a review model.