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XGIMI has unveiled two new projectors at CES today, including the Aladdin, a projector with an ingenious design that doubles as a ceiling lamp. The other projector is called the Horizon Max, offering 4K resolution like its Horizon Pro model, and an incredibly bright 3,100 ISO lumens. The Horizon Max also has an IMAX Enhanced certification, which means it can play IMAX Enhanced content where available. Right now, you’ll only find IMAX Enhanced content from a handful of services, such as Disney+ and Sony’s recently announced Bravia Core.
The idea is that you can watch IMAX content at home instead of going to the theater. XGIMI is giving you a way to do that with the Horizon Max. It also runs Google TV so you’ll have access to Disney+ through the Play Store. The Aladdin runs on Google TV as well, however, it won’t be nearly as bright or have the IMAX Enhanced capabilities.
The XGIMI Aladdin projector is a 3-in-1 device
While having a bright 4K projector might be what you’re after, a projector can also be in the way or clash with other home decor. This is where the Aladdin comes in. Its unique design has it hidden within a ceiling lamp so it’s almost out of sight. If you’ve ever seen other ceiling-mounted projectors, they’re easy to spot and can feel much more in place in a home theater room. But with the Aladdin, it can essentially fit anywhere thanks to its unassuming, round design.
It also has one more trick up its sleeve. It has a built-in Bluetooth speaker so you can use it for music. The built-in speakers deliver 360-degree spatial audio for a more immersive sound experience for viewing or listening to content and the speakers are built by Harman Kardon. XGIMI hasn’t confirmed pricing for the Aladdin nor does it mention if or when it’ll get a US release.
The Horizon Max on the other hand should “cost less than $3,000.” XGIMI plans to launch the Horizon Max in the second half of the year. As TechRadar points out, the Aladdin may launch in the US in the second half of the year as well.
