# Light Stream Cinemas Laser IMAX is the Future of the Ultra-Widescreen Format We All Love By Omar Yusuf | Published 2011-10-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laser-imax References: [movieline](http://www.movieline.com/2011/10/the-future-of-imax-is-lasers.php) & [motion.kodak](http://motion.kodak.com/motion/about/news/2011/Feb24_1.htm) The word 'laser' seems to have the ability make any contraption -- regardless of how archaic it is -- suddenly sound futuristic, which must be the reason why [Kodak](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kodak-flik-x20-projector) and IMAX chose to christen their first co-operative endeavor the Laser IMAX. When you see a genuine [IMAX film](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/largeformat-experience), there's a tendency for the quality to diminish as your eyes approach the periphery. Unfortunately, current technology prevents projectors from broadcasting an image of such size without losing fidelity, messing up the depth of field or sacrificing image quality. Laser IMAX will remedy those limitations with a suite of new technologies which will not only improve the visual appeal of films, but will make business with Kodak and IMAX more straightforward. A digital distribution platform has been added, allowing movie theaters to download films and trailers from producers. Moreover, people who've had optical troubles with [3D films](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/4k-uhd-laser-projector) need not worry -- lasers hit the retina in a novel way, meaning that typical discomfort shouldn't arise anymore. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 40% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Laser IMAX Technology:** Using laser technology in IMAX theaters to improve image quality and visual appeal of films. - **Digital Distribution Platform:** Implementing a digital distribution platform for movie theaters to easily download films and trailers from producers. - **Improved 3D Experience:** Using lasers to enhance the 3D viewing experience and reduce discomfort for those with optical troubles. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Cinema Industry:** The implementation of Laser IMAX technology presents opportunities for cinemas to enhance the viewing experience and attract more customers. - **Film Production Industry:** The adoption of a digital distribution platform opens up new possibilities for film producers to reach theaters more efficiently. - **Optical Technology Industry:** The improved 3D experience through laser technology creates disruptive innovation opportunities for companies in the optical technology industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cinema-Grade Projector Debuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/visionmaser-max.md) - [Crystal-Clear 4K Laser Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crystalclear-4k-laser-projector.md) - [Precision Laser-Powered Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/epson-pro-cinema-ls12000.md) - [Laser Projection Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xr10-laser.md) - [High-Resolution Triple-Laser Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aetherion-projector.md) - [Budget-Friendly Laser Televisions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formovie.md) - [Cinematic Triple-Laser Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valerion-visionmaster-max.md) - [Precision 48-Laser Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dangbei-s7-ultra-max.md) - [Precision Optical Brand Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leica-cine-1.md)