I replaced my TV with a 4K UST projector - and the visual upgrade was worth it

• The Formovie Cinema Edge 4K UST projector is available now for $1,799 at Amazon.
• It has a sturdy construction and sleek design.
• It's great for cinematic viewing, although it could greatly benefit from having a dedicated sound system.

The first ultra short-throw (UST) projectors hit the mainstream market in the US as early as 2014. (Thank you, Sony.) Collectively, they've come a long way since then in terms of design, performance, and affordability. Yet, even today, most USTs resemble the size and shape of a VCR from the early 2000s.

Also: Netflix introduces a new 'dialogue only' subtitles option (crowd cheers)

While Formovie's flagship Cinema Edge Theater UST projector debuted a decade later with an upgraded Theatre Premium model, and the more affordable baseline Cinema Edge, they represent the progress that's been made in the home entertainment market.

For the past month, I've been ...