# Dear Matt: Are Projectors a Dying Technology? By Pro Av · Published 2023-12-04 · Updated 2026-03-12 · Professional AV on MarketScale Canonical: https://www.marketscale.com/industries/pro-av/are-projectors-a-dying-technology > A seasoned AV expert pushes back on claims that video projection technology is obsolete in an era of competing display options ## Key points - A seasoned AV expert pushes back on claims that video projection technology is obsolete in an era of competing display options Block Field Are projectors a dying technology? In today's rapidly evolving landscape of [display technology](https://marketscale.com/industries/pro-av/vuwall-innovative-video-wall-solutions/), one might assume that projectors could soon be a thing of the past. Not so fast, thinks **Vistacom**'s Director of Technology, [Matt Boyer](https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-b-98953110/?trk=public_profile_browsemap). In this [Dear Matt](https://marketscale.com/shows/vistacom/) segment, Boyer, a seasoned expert with over three decades in the AV industry, looks at video projection technology's current state and future. This video shows how projectors maintain a strong foothold despite the rise of direct-view LED and large LCD screens. Boyer argues for the projector's cost-effectiveness and adaptability, highlighting advancements like laser light sources and ambient light rejection screens that bolster their performance economically. He emphasizes the utility of projectors in diverse settings — from digital cinemas to residential spaces and K-12 education — and their specialized use in projecting on unconventional surfaces such as building exteriors during events. Notably, the use of 4K projectors in mission control centers for organizations like **NASA** and **SpaceX** underlines their significance. > Projectors, through continuous innovation, are far from facing their twilight. Tags: Dear Matt, display technology, Matt Boyer, projectors, Vistacom --- Source: MarketScale, https://www.marketscale.com/industries/pro-av/are-projectors-a-dying-technology. Published for AI indexing and citation; cite the canonical URL. Site guide for agents: https://www.marketscale.com/llms.txt