Valerion introduces the AirPlay 2 4K VisionMaster Max Projector
Valerion has introduced the production model of its latest projector, the 4K capable VisionMaster Max. For Apple users, the main point of interest is its integration with Apple Home using AirPlay 2. This allows the projector to be added to automations and scenes, alongside lights, blinds and other accessories, albeit perhaps in a limited way.
With Apple Home support, the VisionMaster Max can be controlled by Siri or the Home app. It can also be included in custom routines – for example, switching on the projector and dimming lights with a single command. The projector also supports Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Control4, offering Chromecast and Miracast connectivity options.
Picture and Performance
The VisionMaster Max uses Valerion’s NoirScene Dark Field Engine System to increase contrast from the earlier 15,000:1 ratio to 50,000:1. It also raises brightness from 3,000 to 3,500 ISO lumens. This gives greater detail in darker areas of an image and better visibility in low-light rooms.
It’s compatible with several HDR formats including Dolby Vision, IMAX Enhanced, HDR10+ and can adjust scenes automatically using built-in AI.
The projector includes interchangeable glass lenses and offers both optical and digital zoom. The throw ratio ranges from 0.9 to 2.0:1, meaning it can be adjusted for different room sizes. Connectivity includes Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi 6E, while the MT9618 system-on-chip with 4GB RAM and 128GB storage handles processing and storage needs.
The VisionMaster Max also introduces technology aimed at reducing rainbow artefacts, which are sometimes noticeable in DLP projectors. Valerion claims this approach removes almost all of these effects by blending colour sequences more quickly, producing a more stable picture.
Availability
The VisionMaster Max is reportedly on display at IFA 2025 in Berlin and is expected to ship in October 2025 at a price of around US$4,999. Valerion is also releasing the ThunderBeat 5.1.2 wireless surround system with Dolby Atmos support, priced at US$1,298 (or US$999 for the 4.1.2 version).
While its price places it in the premium category, for those who want a projector that can slot into existing Apple Home setups, it offers an option worth considering. You can find out more information via the company’s own website.
