Elevate your home cinema this winter with an ‘excellent' mini projector under $100
All this freezing weather just makes you want to curl up on the couch and watch movies.
And you can create your own cinema at home this winter with the Magcubic Mini Projector that has 5G WiFi6, Bluetooth 5.0, and Android.
Usually $139.99, the Magcubic Mini Projector is currently on sale for more than 30 per cent off at $89.99 on Amazon Australia.
Featuring an 180 degree projector rotatable design, it can be used to project movies onto your wall, your ceiling or even onto a screen in your backyard or by the fire.
It can project crisp, vivid images from 40 inches up to a massive 200 inches, making it ideal for everything from cosy indoor movie nights to outdoor gatherings during the summertime.
Forget external devices because this projector is powered by Android 11, which means users can directly access popular streaming platforms, presentations, and apps without needing an additional TV box or media player.
Coupled with dual-band WiFi 6 (5G + 2.4G), the streaming experience is smooth, fast, and virtually lag-free — perfect for high-definition video playback and real-time presentations.
With a built-in 5W HiFi stereo speaker, this projector delivers audio quality that enhances the cinematic experience — no external speakers required.
However, for those seeking deeper sound or outdoor amplification, its Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity ensures seamless pairing with external Bluetooth speakers or headphones.
Engineered with a three-piece imported glass lens, the projector not only delivers sharp optics but also ensures long-lasting performance.
Boasting an impressive light source lifespan of up to 50,000 hours, translating to years of use with minimal maintenance. And thanks to its lightweight, portable design, it's the perfect companion for road trips, camping adventures, or backyard movie nights.
Navigating apps and settings is a breeze thanks to the included air ouse remote, which mimics the precision of a computer mouse. This feature makes on-screen interactions faster, more intuitive, and more accurate, especially useful when navigating Android-based interfaces.
Shoppers have given the mini projector, a 4.3-star rating on Amazon Australia's web site.
'I was super skeptical. A projector can't be good at this price point. I was wrong. This is so good,' one impressed shopper wrote.
'Very good quality, best value for money,' another shopper added.
'This projector is great, so easy to get up and running,' a third reviewer commented.
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