Leica has expanded its smart home cinema lineup with the release of the Leica Cine Compact 1, a 4K pixel-shifted projector priced at $2,990. The new model offers a smaller and more affordable entry point to the manufacturer’s Smart Projection division, featuring an aluminum Bauhaus-style housing and a clear glass lens setup.
The Cine Compact 1 delivers a resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels, Dolby Vision HDR capabilities, built-in speakers, and integrated VIDAA streaming software. Connectivity features include an HDMI 2.1 input with eARC, USB-A 3.0, Ethernet, dual-band Wi-Fi, and Apple AirPlay audio support, alongside a gamer mode offering latency of 20 milliseconds or less.
In entry-level television releases, Hisense detailed its 2026 43R6E 4K UHD Roku TV. Typically priced between $200 and $250, the 43-inch model features direct-lit backlighting, Dolby Vision HDR support, Motion Rate 120 processing on a 60Hz native panel, and access to the Roku streaming ecosystem.
Separately, Dr. Laura Esserman received the 2026 AIM-HI Beacon Award in recognition of her leadership and continued advances in breast cancer research.
Sources: bioengineer.org, whathifi.com, theinventory.com
