8 Magnificent mini projectors for great home entertainment
BY READERS DIGEST
24th Jan 2024 Technology
5 min read
Projectors come in all shapes and sizes for different functions, this list highlights a few quality mini projectors that are great for home use
With the ability to stream TV, films and games now easier
than ever, home
entertainment in the modern day is seemingly everywhere. Home
theatre systems can be relatively easy to get up and running, with soundbars,
speakers, a main viewing screen and just a bit of room planning.
Contrary to popular belief you don’t necessarily have
to break the bank to get a great projector and home entertainment technology
has come a long way in recent years. We now have models like the smart Samsung
Freestyle that can freely rotate and mini projectors that do
the same job as a standard projector.
Here are a few great choices for mini projectors currently
available for you to take a look at.
LQWELL mini projector
Small enough to fit in your bag for taking around,
this projector has a free-standing swivel design, which can easily be
repositioned.
It’s great to use in day or night with Wi-Fi
6 and has automatic orientation to adjust its project
screen to whatever surface is being used, for optimal viewing.
Specifications:
Display resolution – 720p
Display type - LCD
Wimius mini projector
This mini projector is a perfectly portable size and comes
with a carry handle. Also included is 3D SRS premium
surround sound and functions on 2.4G dual band Wi-Fi for
minimal lag when in use.
The projector works in native 1080p (full HD) to
provide a bright and clear picture, and focus can be easily adjusted by remote.
Specifications:
Display resolution – 1080p
Display type - LCD
Elephas mini projector
This small projector can snugly fit on a table in your
living room or bedroom, utilising 2.4G Wi-Fi screen
mirroring for minimal delay when playing media.
It’s compatible with iOS, android and smart TV sticks
for a range of uses and has 40-degree auto-correction for adjusting screen size
when displaying on different surfaces.
Specifications:
Display resolution – 1080p
Display type - DLP
Nexigo PJ40 mini projector
The Nexigo PJ40 is a more conventional projector in
size and design, displaying native 1080p video at 700 lumens
and being able to project a maximum screen of 300”.
Its display has great brightness adjustment depending
on the environment being used. Also featured is adjustable fan speed to
regulate ambient noise.
Specifications:
Display resolution – 1080p
Display type - LCD
ViewSonic M1 mini projector
With a unique and conveniently foldable free-standing design,
this ViewSonic projector is perfect for angling up to display a screen up to a
size of 100 inches. It features HDMI, USB connectivity and can also be used via
screen mirroring.
The projector has an internal battery to provide up to
six hours of power, leaving you with several hours of use in a single go.
Specifications:
Display resolution – 720p
Display type - LCD
Anker Nebula mini projector
Taking the mini projector angle to the extreme (being around
the size of a can of cola), this projector still packs a punch.
The Anker Nebula can display a screen size up to 100
inches and features an omnidirectional speaker, which is perfect for
propagating sound around a room. Plus, with Android 7.1, you can play content
directly from your favourite streaming platforms and apps for hours of
entertainment.
Note: Copyrighted content from
Hulu, Netflix and similar services cannot be screen mirrored or screencast.
Download and use the apps through the capsule projector.
Specifications:
Display resolution – 480p
Display type - DLP
Emotn N1 mini projector
Coming in a compact-sized package, the N1 projector is
certified by Netflix for official use, with a handy remote and hotkeys for
popular streaming services (also including Prime Video and YouTube).
The projector has native 1080p resolution and utilises
HDR10
coupled with 500 ANSI lumens for great contrast and clear picture quality.
Meanwhile Dolby Digital + integration will help to provide you with a more immersive
audio experience. The projector also has a few different connectivity options
including LAN, HDMI and USB.
Specifications:
Display resolution – 1080p
Display type - LCD
etoe mini projector
Compatible with popular apps like Netflix and the Google
Play store, as well as having Bluetooth connectivity, this projector has great
versatility for home entertainment. It’s a tabletop-mounted projector that can
also double as a speaker with Bluetooth and the use of an auxiliary cable.
Powered by androidTV 10.0, you can cast media from an android or iOS device for
easy viewing
Also featured is manual focus, allowing you to digitally
zoom in and out on the display and make adjustments to optimise your viewing
experience.
Specifications:
Display resolution – 1080p
Display type - LCD
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