Katarzyna Petru
Projector manufacturers have been trying to convince us for years that their devices are “compact”, but when you have to rearrange half the living room to watch something, the magic disappears. LG decided to change that and introduced the CineBeam S – an ultra-short throw projector that is the size of a tea box but can project a 4K image up to 100 inches diagonally. It only requires 8 cm from the wall. There’s no other device on the market that is as mobile and yet so functional.
Small size, big possibilities – cinema in a backpack
The CineBeam S was first showcased at CES 2025 and immediately made an impression. It is now available for pre-order in the UK, Europe, Canada, and Australia, although it is still absent from the offerings in the USA or Poland. The projector weighs 1.9 kg and measures just 110 × 160 mm. It does not have a built-in battery, so it requires connection to a power outlet or a power bank (a 65 W USB-C power adapter is included). This doesn’t hinder its appeal – its mobility and ease of setup get the job done. It’s the type of equipment you can easily take on a trip, to friends’ places, or even to the office.
webOS, autofocus, AirPlay 2 and Dolby Atmos – everything you need
Onboard, you'll find the webOS system with Netflix, YouTube, and Disney+, a web browser, and support for AirPlay 2 and Screen Share. The image automatically adjusts to the wall – autofocus and keystone correction work efficiently, and additional colour modes assist with projection on walls of different colours. Although the brightness is only 500 ANSI lumens, the colours are vibrant (154% DCI-P3), and the contrast does its job (450,000:1). For movie enthusiasts, there's HDR10, HLG, Filmmaker Mode, and Dolby Atmos sound – but no Dolby Vision.
Price? It won’t come cheap – but it’s one of a kind
The LG CineBeam S is available for pre-order in Australia at AU$2,499. That’s a premium price tag, no doubt, but this isn’t your standard short-throw projector. It’s tiny, powerful, and can produce a 100-inch 4K image from just a few centimetres away. If you’re tight on space but still want a cinematic experience at home, this device is a serious option. At this price, it’s aimed at users who value design, portability, and top-tier tech in a compact form. Honestly? There’s nothing quite like it on the market right now.
