Samsung recently released The Premiere 5 — a triple‑laser, ultra‑short‑throw projector that, with its Touch Stand accessory, turns almost any flat surface into an interactive touchscreen.
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Why it matters
Think of this as “spatial computing anywhere” at a consumer price, so regular homes can try touch interfaces without buying a new TV.
- Price: about $1,275 US (promo), which puts this within reach for many.
- Space‑shifting: up to a 100″ Full HD image from inches away — tap, swipe, and play on walls, tables, or floors.
- Signal of what’s next: screens becoming ambient and interactive, beyond phones and TVs.
What’s new
Here’s what it does in plain English, no jargon needed.
- The Touch Stand adds an IR camera/laser that “sees” your finger so the surface acts like a touchscreen.
- Ultra‑short‑throw projection means you get a big picture without a long room setup time.
- Mirror your phone with SmartThings (Android) or AirPlay 2 (iPhone/iPad).
- Built‑in apps and free channels on Samsung TV Plus, plus Gaming Hub for cloud games give you more opportunities to play.
- Vision Booster helps keep the picture visible even with lights on.
What becomes possible
Real things you can try on day one with a wall or table.
- Game night on the kitchen table: move puzzle pieces with your fingers.
- Kids’ learning mats: letters, maps, and math that respond to touch.
- Guided workouts: floor‑projected cues you tap to start or advance sets.
- Wall brainstorms: sticky‑note–style ideas you rearrange by hand.
- Cooking mode: countertop recipes with timers and simple touch controls.
- Holiday photo booth: tap‑to‑capture on a living‑room wall.
- Accessibility: big, touchable controls for seniors or low‑vision users.
- Craft/DIY: project patterns onto materials and trace interactively.
Bottom line
The big idea: this isn’t just a projector — it’s everyday spatial computing. Any flat surface becomes a screen you can touch, which is a delightful way to end the year. ✨