With the 2026 FIFA World Cup right around the corner, it’s time to take inventory. One: A working fridge loaded with snacks and cold drinks? Check. Two: A console with EA Sports FC loaded up? Check. Three: A TV that’ll immerse you in the beautiful game? Uhhh…
Say no more. There’s still plenty of time to correct your mistakes, preferably with Xiaomi’s range of stylish, but still affordable, televisions at your side. Or, if you’re looking to really cement your place as the World Cup hangout, a projector that’ll really make the game pop at a massive 120in. If that sounds like something you can get behind, listen up.
Xiaomi A Pro TV
You were probably just thinking that the stretch of wall in your lounge was looking a bit lonely, right? What a coincidence, for Xiaomi’s A Pro TV range can keep it company for not just this World Cup, but those in the following decade, too. That’s all down to the A Pro’s exemplary 4K QLED panel, which ensures you won’t be left behind in the years to come.
The Xiaomi A Pro TV isn’t just the ultimate destination for all things sports. Even after South Africa brings home the trophy in July, it’ll remind you why Xiaomi’s the best in the biz. Starting with its gaming ambitions, the A Pro relishes in its silky-smooth 120Hz refresh rate. Every gamer out there understands just how important it is in those clutch moments.
Drag your eyes away from the ultra-sharp visuals of the 4K QLED panel (as difficult as that may be), and you’ll see what else the A Pro has to offer. Firstly, it’s bright. Real bright. So bright, in fact, that you won’t hear nudges to draw those curtains every five minutes.
More importantly, it’s kitted out with state-of-the-art audio chops; namely, Dolby Audio, DTS-X, and DTS-Virtual. Whether you’re gaming, kicking back to watch the football, or arguing over the pick for family movie night, you’ll be blown away by what you hear.
But wait, it does get better. You may have some grand idea of pricing formed in your head, but it’ll never beat the real thing. The Xiaomi A Pro TV (65in) is available now for a whopping R8,499 this May. When was the last time you found something this big, this… bombastic for that price? Want to go even bigger? There’s a 75in model available for only R10,999.
Xiaomi Smart Projector L1
Projectors are no longer just for the wealthy with more wall space than they know what to do with. Xiaomi’s Smart Projector is proof of that, coming in at an outstanding R5,599 (RRP). More than that, it’s portable. This enables it to be moved from room to room with little fuss. Simply plug it in, sit back, and relax. Xiaomi will take care of the rest.
Literally. Using an AI algorithm, it’ll automatically adjust those pesky dimensions on the fly. There’s no awkward mounting to the ceiling here. The Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 features a tiny footprint, taking up residence in front of your chosen wall. Stick it close, and you’ll get a picture as small as 40in, while bringing it back will deliver a crystal clear 120in monster.
With 200 Lumens of brightness, the Smart Projector L1 is ready to go. It’s at its best, however, when you set the mood by hitting that dimmer and tuning into a streaming service of your choice. With Google TV OS built in and 2GB RAM, plus a comfortable controller, you can access all your content from one place, at the press of a button.
Audio, too, is taken care of. The two 3W speakers embedded in the minuscule 1.2kg frame are frankly impressive and won’t leave you wanting for something more. You won’t go past 1080p, making this ideal for a budget set-up. Or perhaps you simply aren’t fussed. Either way, the Xiaomi Smart Projector L1 is ready to take on the world. And your wall, at that.
You can pick yours up now for the low price of R5,115 on Takealot. What are you waiting for? Browse Xiaomi entertainment deals here this May.
