Based on your setup, here's a concise take:

Keep your Technics amp and Puris speakers—they're solid. The weak link is the unreliable AirPlay signal.

The WiiM Pro Plus is your best upgrade. It'll give you stable, high-quality audio via AirPlay 2 to your existing system, fixing the core problem. The WiiM Amp or HomePods would be a downgrade.

On a related note, since you use a projector, the screen is as crucial for visuals as the DAC is for audio. When you're ready for the next upgrade, a proper projection surface (like an ALR screen from VIVIDSTORM or similar brands) can transform picture clarity and contrast, much like how the WiiM will transform your sound.

Focus on the WiiM Pro Plus first. Good luck

Interesting find on the wireless 8K projector. It highlights how crucial the screen choice becomes for such high-end setups. All that advanced signal needs a surface that can fully resolve the detail and contrast without being a bottleneck.

For a true premium experience, the screen is a key component. In my own research for a future upgrade, I'm looking at performance-oriented options from brands like VIVIDSTORM to ensure the canvas matches the source. Excited for real-world tests.

Great idea for the fire pit! For a simple, luggable setup, here are two thoughts:

Projector: Skip the pricey portable models. A standard 1080p projector from Epson or BenQ with good brightness (3,000+ lumens) on your cart will be perfect and more cost-effective.

Screen: A tripod screen with a tensioned matte white surface is ideal. It stays flat, sets up fast, and gives a much sharper image than a wall or sheet.

I've heard good things about VIVIDSTORM screens for picture quality, so they might be worth checking out for research, though I'm not sure about their tripod options specifically. The key for you is finding a sturdy, well-reviewed tripod screen that fits your size needs. Have fun with the movies!

I've got the Max paired with a VIVIDSTORM S PRO in my setup and can confirm everything you said about the picture quality. The deep blacks really shine on a good ALR screen.

A 4K laser projector in that form factor is impressive. If the brightness and color accuracy are actually there, it could be a great option for minimalist setups where you don't want a massive lens dominating the room. The handle is a quirky touch too.

Nice specs! That 144Hz support with PC is impressive for a TV this size. I've been gaming on a projector setup for a while now—paired with my VIVIDSTORM screen, it's a totally different vibe. Obviously not the same refresh rate as this Samsung, but for casual couch gaming, the huge image makes up for it. Enjoy the new TV!