– The acclaimed design accolade recognises excellence in innovation and sustainability.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 1 July 2026 – Seiko Epson Corporation has received the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARD 2026 for the new Lifestudio™ projectors and the new range of EcoTank printers. This renowned award is a testament to Epson’s continued commitment to cutting-edge design, innovation, and sustainability.
Established in 1954 and organised annually by iF International Forum Design GmbH in Germany, the iF DESIGN AWARD is one of the most respected design competitions worldwide. Each year, a distinguished panel of experts rigorously evaluates thousands of entries against strict criteria, including practicality, craftsmanship, innovation, environmental consideration, functionality, usability, safety, aesthetics, and universal design. In 2026, a 129-member international jury selected the best designs from nearly 10,000 submissions spanning 68 countries and regions.
Award-Winning Designs
Epson Lifestudio™ home projectors: EF-72, EF-71
The new Epson Lifestudio EF-72 and EF-71 smart home projectors, powered by Google TV™1 OS, with their proprietary Triple Core Engine, combining advanced 3LCD technology and a three-colour light source deliver bright, vivid images with exceptional color accuracy. Enhanced with immersive audio by Sound by Bose2 speakers, these projectors offer a truly premium viewing experience. The user-friendly, angle-adjustable stand inspired by a modern table lamp and with real-time automatic image correction and integrated ambient light3, ensures effortless setup and a captivating atmosphere for any space. Designed to elevate everyday viewing into a special moment, the Lifestudio range provides a refined and immersive entertainment experience.
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- 1 Google TV™ is a trademark or registered trademark of Google LLC.
- 2 Bose and Sound by Bose are trademarks of Bose Corporation.
- 3 Indirect lighting that creates atmosphere.
EcoTank Business printers: L6390, L6370/76, L6360, L4360/67
The new range of high-capacity EcoTank printers, designed for small offices and homes has also received recognition for its outstanding design and sustainable approach. With the rise of remote work, there is increased interest in productivity, comfort, and space design at home. The design harmonizes with home environments while ensuring ease of use.
Compared to previous models, the product also achieves an extended service life and features an environmentally conscious design.
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Epson is a technology innovation and engineering company whose philosophy of efficient, compact, and precise innovation enriches lives and helps create a better world. The company uses technology and engineering ability to implement real-world solutions in precision innovation, industrial & robotics, office & home printing, and visual & lifestyle.
Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the worldwide Epson Group generates annual sales of more than JPY 1.3 trillion.
About Epson META-CWA
Epson is a global technology leader whose philosophy of efficient, compact, and precise innovation enriches lives and helps create a better world. With craft and care at its core, Epson’s regional operation – Epson META-CWA, brings the company’s high quality and eco-conscious solutions in printing, scanning, visual display, manufacturing, and lifestyle categories to more than 80 countries across the Middle East, Türkiye, Africa, and Central & West Asia. Building on its 80-year legacy as an iconic Japanese technology pioneer, the company is reimagining what disruptive innovation can do for consumers, businesses, and the planet with a visionary approach to one of the world’s most dynamic regions.
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