We wanna stream Netflix on this 130-inch short throw projector

Epson is bringing a new short throw projector to Australia next year, and it's got big screen TVs in its sights.

Dubbed the EH-LS500, Epson's latest is a ultra short throw projector that can beam out an image as large as 130-inches. As "ultra short throw" might suggest, this means the EH-LS500 can project a massive picture while being right up against a wall. You don't need to place it on the other side of the room. This makes for a much simpler setup, especially when it comes to connecting other devices like consoles.

While the EH-LS500 outputs at 4K, this is technically an upscaled Full HD image.

The EH-LS500 has a 4,000 lumen bulb, which means it should be reasonably clear during day or night. Picture quality looked solid during our recent eyes-on but this was in a reasonably dark space. It's hard to say exactly how well the EP-LS500 competes with direct sunlight. Other key specifications include a HDR10 support, 3x HDMI ports, and 2x 10W speakers.

While official pricing and availability has yet to be confirmed, we've been told we can expect the EH-LS500 to cost somewhere around $5,000, which is surprisingly reasonable. For comparison, we've seen other short throw projectors priced as high as $20,000. TV prices start to rise rapidly as soon as you go over 75-inches, so if you want a large screen at a reasonable price, Epson's EH-LS500 could be a good bet.

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Alex Choros is the Managing Editor of WhistleOut Australia and an award-winning journalist. He's been writing about consumer technology for over a decade and is an expert on the Australian telco sector, to the point where he knows far too many phone and internet plans by heart. In addition to leading the WhistleOut editorial team, Alex is responsible for ruining the office Sonos with his troubled taste in music.

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