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High-performance projector technology developments

Overview

In late August 2026, the high-performance projector market saw significant developments regarding laser technology and refresh rates. XGIMI received the EISA award for ‘Premium HT Projector 2026-2027’ for its TITAN Noir Ultra Max, a device utilizing RGB Triple Laser technology with 7,000 lumens and support for up to 240Hz in Full HD VRR. At the IFA 2026 trade show in Berlin, several companies unveiled new hardware. JMGO introduced its IRIS series, including the IRIS Ultra Max and IRIS Ultra. These RGB Triple-Laser projectors support 4K resolution at 120Hz. The flagship Ultra Max model features up to 6,500 ISO lumens, a 10,000:1 native contrast ratio, and a motorized 360-degree gimbal. XGIMI debuted the Aura 3 Series, consisting of the Aura 3 Max and Aura 3 Pro. These ultra-short-throw (UST) projectors target 4K 120Hz output for gaming and home cinema. The Aura 3 Max provides up to 5,700 ISO lumens and utilizes a Dynamic Dual Iris optical system. The series runs Google TV and supports HDR standards such as Dolby Vision and IMAX Enhanced. Further details on the Aura 3 series reveal that the Max model features a native contrast ratio of 8,000:1 and an 80W Harman Kardon speaker system, while the Pro model offers 4,100 ISO lumens. The series is noted for introducing a ‘world-first 4K 120Hz capability’ for UST projectors. Sales for the series are scheduled to begin on October 20 via Kickstarter in the United States. Additionally, Aurzen launched the ZIP Pro, which is described as the ‘world’s first tri-fold Full HD pocket projector.’ Following its demonstration at IFA, JMGO has officially launched the IRIS Ultra Max in the United States and Europe. The company claims the device is the ‘world’s first projector to combine true 4K resolution with a 120Hz refresh rate.’

Entities

Xgimi · Google TV · IFA 2026 · JMGO · EISA Awards

Timeline

  1. 5 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    JMGO launches IRIS Ultra Max 4K/120Hz projector

    JMGO has launched the IRIS Ultra Max in the US and Europe, claiming it is the first projector to deliver true 4K resolution at a 120Hz refresh rate.

  2. 5 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
    XGIMI unveils TITAN Noir and Aura-3 4K projector series

    XGIMI unveiled the TITAN Noir 4K laser projector series and the Aura-3 ultra-short-throw series at IFA 2026, featuring high contrast, RGB triple-laser technology, and 120Hz refresh rates for gaming.

  3. 8 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 7 sources
    XGIMI unveils AURA 3 series 4K 120Hz ultra-short throw projectors

    XGIMI unveiled the AURA 3 series at IFA 2026, featuring the world’s first 4K 120Hz ultra-short throw projectors with a new dual iris system for improved contrast.

  4. 11 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 9 sources
    JMGO, XGIMI, and Aurzen unveil new projector technologies at IFA 2026

    At IFA 2026, JMGO, XGIMI, and Aurzen are debuting new projection technologies, including 4K 120Hz laser projectors and portable tri-fold pocket models.

  5. 14 days ago

    [TECHNOLOGY] 5 sources
    XGIMI receives EISA award for TITAN Noir Ultra Max projector

    XGIMI's TITAN Noir Ultra Max has won the EISA ‘Premium HT Projector 2026-2027’ award, while the Horizon 20 Max is recognized for its high-brightness triple-laser performance.

Sources

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