6 mini projectors to elevate your home cinema experience

For cinephiles and movie lovers who are looking for an upgrade

13 Apr 2023

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If you’ve been watching your favourite Netflix series on your laptop or mobile phone, here’s how you can elevate your marathon without actually going to the theatre – mini projectors. Not only do they take up less space, they're also typically more affordable than most 65-inch TVs out there.

Here, you'll find some compact home projectors that pack a punch with capabilities like 1080p resolution, Google Home compatibility and powerful built-in speakers.

The Freestyle

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Samsung's new portable projector, The Freestyle, launched in 2022 with much fanfare. The powerful device promises a big-screen experience with a 180-degree tilting projector that can be aimed at the ceiling. It boasts the same software as Samsung’s smart TVs, and weighs at a compact 830g, allowing you to watch content just about anywhere, including vacation.

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Mi Smart Projector 2 Pro

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Xiaomi has upgraded its projector line with the new Mi Smart Projector 2 Pro, which packs a punch with 1080p full HD resolution, a four-channel LED light source that gives you a clear sensory experience even during the daytime, as well as a throw ratio of only 1.1:1, allowing you to project big screens even\within a small space.

When it starts up, its built-in camera auto-focuses to ensure maximum clarity. Plus, it can connect to music over Wifi or Bluetooth, pulling double duty as a speaker.

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Canon MP250 Mini

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Small yet mighty, the Canon MP250 Mini weighs only 407g but packs 4k video capabilities. It’s lightweight enough to be moved from room to room easily, or even popped into your bag and taken to a client meeting for a presentation.

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Viewsonic M2

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Audiophiles will appreciate the Viewsonic M2, which comes with dual theatre-level Harman Kardon speakers built in. It’s designed for mobile use, so you can mirror directly from your smartphone, or even power it via a powerbank.

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Epson Epiqvision Mini EF-100B

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With a sleek body of metallic bronze and black leather, this projector is just as stylish as it is functional. With 2,000 lumens of colour and white brightness, it allows you to project a display of up to a whopping 150 inches.

Epiqvision Mini EF-100B, $1,299. Buy it at Epson authorised dealer outlets, and on its Lazada and Shopee platforms.

Epson EH-TW5280

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This projector was created specifically for home entertainment. 2,700 lumens of colour and white brightness ensure that the video output is crystal clear, and a built-in 10W speaker enhances the home cinema experience.

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