On nice summer nights when you are lounging in the pool or all comfy in the lawn furniture, you don't have to go inside to watch the game or a movie.
You have two ways to go to watch television or streaming events like sports outdoors.
First, outdoor televisions are available as an easy, permanent setup, perfect for a screened patio. But they can be pricey, ranging from $2,000 to $5,000, depending on size or resolution. They are permanently installed and they are weather resistant.
For three-season or screened rooms, you could even hook up an old television and cover it with a clear plastic case.
The second way to do this isn't a permanent installation, but it is very useful. You'll need a projector, a screen, and a streaming device like an iPad or phone and a high quality box like Roku or Apple TV.
Projectors can display the image from the back of the screen or the front, depending on which would be best for your circumstances. With a back projector, people walking around won't throw shadows onto the screen. Choose a projector with at least 3000 lumens for outdoor projection during daylight. You won't need quite as many if you will always stream your movies at night — a minimum of 2000 lumens. These projectors come at many price points from $400 to $5,000. Make sure the projector will throw the image at the size you want, and that it is compatible with your streaming device. Some won't stream iPhones, for example.
You'll need some surface to project the image on. That could even be a garage door or even a sheet. But more satisfying is an outdoor screen, available in many sizes, even 300 inches or more. They are priced very reasonably from under $100 to $500. Your choice will depend on the outdoor location, your distance from the screen and your type of projector.
Finally, you'll need some connectors. You will connect your streaming device to the projector and the cables can vary, depending on your devices.