Do you need a screen for a projector? Short answer: Technically, no. Longer answer: It depends, but probably yes. Even longer answer: A screen will dramatically improve the image quality, and often the brightness, of any projector. Even a cheap screen can improve the performance of the best projectors. More expensive screens can reduce ambient light, greatly improving image quality if there’s any light in the room. Also, while your painted wall may seem smooth, there’s still a texture, and every tiny imperfection will be visible as part of your movie, TV show or game.

Look at it this way, movie theaters have screens for a reason. Spending…

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