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Samsung Freestyle+ projector launches at $1,200
Samsung’s Freestyle+ projector launches at $1,200 with surface correction, Wall Calibration, 1080p projection and USB-C battery support.
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Samsung’s Freestyle+ projector is now available for $1,200 through Samsung’s website and select retailers. That is a substantial premium over the second-generation Freestyle, which launched at $800 from Samsung and is currently listed at $798 on Amazon.
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Freestyle+ projection features
The Freestyle+ adds an updated 3D Auto Keystone system designed to correct distortion on irregular surfaces. Samsung demonstrated the feature at CES earlier this year; it can flatten projected images across corners, curtains with fold marks and other uneven surfaces. That could make it practical for projecting onto almost any surface indoors or outdoors, including the side of a tent.
The projector can also automatically resize the image to fit a specific space on a wall. It supports images up to 100 inches at 1080p resolution. Samsung’s Wall Calibration feature detects the color of the projection surface and adjusts the image’s color and brightness accordingly.
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“Clear viewing even on patterned wallpaper or colored walls.”
Freestyle+ supports HDR10+, automatically detects its distance from the viewing surface and focuses the content. Its built-in speaker uses dual passive woofers to deliver 360-degree audio.
Streaming and outdoor use
The projector can receive content directly from Galaxy devices or Apple devices through AirPlay. It also provides access to Samsung TV Plus channels and games through Samsung’s Gaming Hub.
Freestyle+ requires a power connection during use, but Samsung says it can be paired with an external USB-C battery for camping or other locations without a nearby outlet.
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