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XGIMI Halo True 1080p Portable Mini Projector, Android TV 9.0 5000+ Native Apps

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Brand XGIMI
Special Feature Auto Focus, Built-In Wi-Fi, Built-In Speaker, Portable, Built-In Media Player, Wi-Fi Ready, Digital Keystone Correction, See more
Connectivity Technology Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, HDMI, 3.5mm Jack
Display resolution 1920 x 1080
Display Resolution Maximum 1920 x 1080 Pixels

About this item

  • 1080p Image 600 ISO Lumens: Native 1080p FHD resolution paired with bright 600 ISO lumens, 225% clearer than mainstream 720p projectors.
  • Android Tv: Access 5000+ apps via Google Play, including YouTube, Prime Video, Hulu, Disney +, HBO Max, and more! Please note that our product does not stream the native Netflix app.
  • High Capacity Built-In Battery: Take Halo anywhere thanks to a built-in battery providing 2HRS of playtime on a 150" screen.
  • 10W Harman Kardon Sound: Dual 5W Harman Kardon speakers provide sound quality. Users can also wirelessly connect soundbars and Bluetooth headphones.
  • Automatic Keystone Correction: ±40 automatic vertical and manual horizontal keystone correction and autofocus ensures a clear picture, hassle-free.
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150" / 381 cm


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Customer Ratings
Picture quality
4.4
4.3
4.6
4.2
4.5
3.6
Brightness
4.3
4.2
4.5
3.9
4.1
3.6
Auto focus
4.6
4.2
4.3
4.6
3.3
Portability
4.8
4.4
4.3
Remote Control
4.3
4.6
4.5
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hardware interface
hdmi, usb, bluetooth
802 11 acbgn, 3 5 mm audio, hdmi, bluetooth 5
hdmi, usb2.0, bluetooth 5, 3 5 mm audio, usb, 802 11 acbgn
bluetooth 5, usb2.0 a, usb c, 3 5 mm audio
bluetooth 5, usb2.0 a, usb c, hdmi
usb
display resolution
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
3840x2160
1280
brightness
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native resolution
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1920 x 1080
1280 x 720
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controller type
Remote Control
Button Control
Button Control, Hand Control
Button Control
Button Control
Button Control
mounting type
Tabletop Mount
Tripod Mount, Tabletop Mount
Front, Rear, Ceiling/Table/Floor/Wall/Tripod Mount
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Tabletop Mount
Tripod Mount

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Product Description

Halo
Meet the Android TV

Meet the Android TV

The Halo is powered by the Official Android TV(upgradable). With Android TV, you can access all the contents you love, exactly how you want it.

EasyShare

Easy Share

Direct casting your favorite entertainment apps, movies& TV shows, music, games, sports and more from your Android or iOS device, Mac or other.

How Can I Help You?

How Can I Help You?

Just press the mic button on your remote and say “Hey Google" to quickly find the latest blockbuster, check the score of the big game.

Game on, I’m in

Game on, I’m in

Quick access to the vast universe of Android games including Final Fantasy and NBA JAM. Immerse yourself with big-screen gaming anywhere you want.

Which is the Best for You?

Halo

Halo

Halo+

Halo+

AURA

AURA

Horizon Pro

Horizon Pro

Horizon FHD

Horizon FHD

Elfin

Elfin

Customer Reviews
4.4 out of 5 stars
629
4.2 out of 5 stars
223
4.3 out of 5 stars
138
4.4 out of 5 stars
589
4.4 out of 5 stars
428
4.3 out of 5 stars
679
Brightness
600 ISO Lumens 700 ISO Lumens 1800 ISO Lumens 1500 ISO Lumens 1500 ISO Lumens 600 ISO Lumens
Resolution
1920 x1080 pixels(1080p) 1920 x1080 pixels(1080p) 3840 x 2160 pixels(4K) 3840 x 2160 pixels(4K) 1920 x1080 pixels(1080p) 1920 x1080 pixels(1080p)
Speaker
2 x5W Harman/Kardon 2 x5W Harman/Kardon 4 x15W Harman/Kardon 2 x8W Harman/Kardon 2 x8W Harman/Kardon 2 x3W Harman/Kardon
Operating System
Android TV 9.0 Android TV 10.0 Android TV 10.0 Android TV 10.0 Android TV 10.0 Android TV 10.0
Image Size
40'' - 200'' 40'' - 200'' 80'' - 150'' 40'' - 200'' 40'' - 200'' 40'' - 200''
Supported Formats
HDR Decoding HDR10,HLG HDR10,HLG HDR10,HLG HDR10,HLG HDR10,HLG
Latency
26.5ms(Game Mode) 35ms(Game Mode) 35ms(Game Mode) 18.2ms(Game Mode) 26.5ms(Game Mode)
Auto Keystone Correction
±40° Vertical ±40° Vertical and Horizontal 8-point Manual Correction ±40° Vertical and Horizontal ±40° Vertical and Horizontal ±40° Vertical and Horizontal
Intelligent Screen Alignment
Intelligent Obstacle Avoidance
Battery Playtime
2 hours video playtime 2.5 hours video playtime
Product Size/Weight
4*5*6in/3.5lb 4*5*6in/3.5lb 23*15*5in/24.2lb 8*8*5in/6.4lb 8*8*5in/6.4lb 7*7*2in/1.9lb

How do I stream Netflix videos/shows on the XGIMI Halo?

Please note that our product does not stream the native Netflix app. To access Netflix, it is recommended that you use a streaming device. If you don't have one, please contact the XGIMI Customer Support team, and we will gladly assist you.

Do I have to log into my Google account to use the XGIMI Halo? How do I add/delete a Google account?

To complete the initial setup, please log into your Google account.

After entering the Google Android TV UI homepage, please follow the steps below to add/delete a Google account:

Go to System Setup - Account-Sign in-Add account/Delete account

How do I request a cost match?

Please be prepared to direct us to the Amazon product page that shows the current lower cost you would like to match. XGIMI-Direct offers a 30-day cost match of your purchase for all XGIMI models.

How do I pair the XGIMI Bluetooth remote control with the XGIMI Halo?

1. Please ensure the remote control is within 10 cm of the device.

2. Press the “Return” and “Home” buttons on the remote control simultaneously until the indicator light begins flashing.

3. When a "Ding" sound is heard, the connection is successful.

How do I screen-mirror iOS devices to the XGIMI Halo?

1. Please install the "AirScreen" app from Play Store.

2. Open "AirScreen" on the XGIMI Halo.

3. Use the Airplay feature to mirror any iPhone/iPad/Macbook using the same WiFi connection.

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Customer reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4 out of 5
629 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the image quality, quality and sound quality of the video projector. For example, they mention that it produces vivid, ultra-sharp pictures and that the internal speaker is better than expected. They appreciate the brightness, saying that it can project inside the house during daytime. That said, opinions are mixed on performance and connectivity.

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85 customers mention67 positive18 negative

Customers like the image quality of the video projector. They mention it has an amazing picture quality, the screen is clear and crisp, and it projects to a big area. The 800 ANSI lumens produces vivid, ultra-sharp pictures. The product has a proper 1080p resolution and can generate bright and sharp videos. The best features are True 3D and Full HD projection with a physical resolution. Overall, customers say the video quality is excellent for all entertainment needs.

"...The projector has a very nice silver finish, almost professional looking in a sense, it measures about 6.5in Hx 5 3/4”D x 4.5in W and weighs roughly..." Read more

"...edge projector delivers an impressively bright 800 ANSI lumens and produces vivid, ultra-sharp pictures with 1080p resolution...." Read more

"...WHAT'S GOOD? WHAT'S BAD?PROS- Design: Unique and premium-looking-- Portable and compact- Built-in battery--..." Read more

"...The Xgimi Halo meets my needs for brightness, proper 1080p resolution, tripod mount, and battery power...." Read more

58 customers mention43 positive15 negative

Customers like the sound quality of the video projector. They say the internal speaker is better than expected, providing a powerful and immersive sound experience. The volume of the speakers plays fine, and the audio quits good with a 3.5 mm aux connection. Customers also mention that the projector is quiet as a mouse and has a sleek modern design.

"...an array of Harman Kardon speakers, which provide a powerful and immersive sound experience...." Read more

"...that despite Xgimi having two 5W Harmon Kardon speakers that gave excellent sound with heart-thumping bass, they did not sound as good and loud as..." Read more

"...The speaker is loud enough but use a Bluetooth external and it's seriously like being at your own movie theater...." Read more

"...The speaker volume played fine for me and was plenty loud for me and I've gone slightly deaf in my old age...." Read more

56 customers mention41 positive15 negative

Customers like the quality of the video projector. They mention that the picture quality is phenomenal, it's fantastic, and the best product they have ever used. Some say that the build is great and it'll be perfect for movie nights. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and functionality of the product.

"...] My first impression of this XGIMI is that this is an amazing projector for the office and your home, colors are crisp and vibrant, the best I had..." Read more

"...It offers an impressive array of features, great performance, and excellent sound quality...." Read more

"...that some of the more dynamic 4k videos are lagging and sometimes screen even freezes just like it happens with hulu and the music continues to play..." Read more

"...LCD: LCD projectors work great for movies, have no moving parts, are generally less expensive than DLP, but output less contrast and require filter..." Read more

38 customers mention33 positive5 negative

Customers like the brightness of the video projector. They say it's great for the money, has a surprisingly bright picture in the daytime, and can project inside the house during daytime.

"...your home, colors are crisp and vibrant, the best I had yet seen, brightness and puts on an amazing display for whatever you maybe presenting or..." Read more

"...This cutting-edge projector delivers an impressively bright 800 ANSI lumens and produces vivid, ultra-sharp pictures with 1080p resolution...." Read more

"...years, last year's ManyBox V501 was our favorite: it was small, decently bright, did not draw too much energy from a portable battery station, but..." Read more

"...The Xgimi Halo meets my needs for brightness, proper 1080p resolution, tripod mount, and battery power...." Read more

37 customers mention28 positive9 negative

Customers like the ease of use of the video projector. For example, they say it's simple to use and setup, has great image quality, and adding accounts was quick and simple. They also appreciate the remote control and the voice control. Customers say it has a great interface and software for XGIMI and Google Android, making it easy to access and stream content from various streaming services. They say the remote is super convenient and can also be manual focused by remote.

"...on the projector instead of via manual operation, can also be manual focused by remote, wipe the button on the tail of the remote to the right side..." Read more

"...is pre-loaded with the latest Android TV 9.0, making it easy to access and stream content from various streaming services...." Read more

"...One remote is fine, and there are additional functions to control the projector on the Halo remote...." Read more

"...Worked well for photo viewing- Carry bag not includedTIPS- Autofocus: move projector or hold-press Menu button on the remote...." Read more

31 customers mention27 positive4 negative

Customers like the portability of the video projector. They mention it's the best portable, it'll fit in a pelican case, and it'd be easy to carry to different rooms.

"...feature comes with a built-in battery, is portable for both indoor and outdoor entertainment activities...." Read more

"...PROS- Design: Unique and premium-looking-- Portable and compact- Built-in battery--..." Read more

"...It is very easy to pack up and store and I've already found a pelican case on Amazon with the pluckout foam to store it in...." Read more

"...don't mind connecting a firestick I recommend this product due to portability and great image quality and price...." Read more

49 customers mention30 positive19 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the video projector. Some mention that it works exceptionally well, delivers great results, and has a load of apps available. However, others say that it didn't work with the app, the included OS worked OK, but Netflix was non-functional, and the casting function stopped working.

"...Is powered by the official Android TV 9.0 (upgradable), and works with Google Play Store...." Read more

"...WiFi Screen Mirroring with Samsung Galaxy S20+ was unusably unreliable or not functional for video playback. When it did work, it was choppy--..." Read more

"...It offers an impressive array of features, great performance, and excellent sound quality...." Read more

"...HOLY COW. this projector is actually better than I had imagined. Sure sure, it says 800 - 900 lumens but how bright is that really. BRIGHT...." Read more

29 customers mention9 positive20 negative

Customers are mixed about the connectivity of the video projector. Some mention that the built-in Android TV was convenient and eliminates the need for other inputs. However, others say that it doesn't support Netflix and other apps.

"...**No Netflix! WHAT?? This is a black eye on an otherwise good product...." Read more

"...1. Netflix and Amazon can't be streamed directly on this device due to compatability issues. You have to use an amazon firestick to watch...." Read more

"...also comes with a range of convenient features, including WiFi Bluetooth, auto focus, and auto keystone correction...." Read more

"...It is no fault of the projector itself it does not have Netflix, but now it also cannot be casted to, no matter what options I have tried, so it..." Read more

Excellent for camping/road trips. Comparison with Anker Nebula Mars 2 Pro
4 Stars
Excellent for camping/road trips. Comparison with Anker Nebula Mars 2 Pro
Finding good, portable projectors for small-group, outdoor movie nights has been a disappointing quest over the last, two years. From $60 to $300 devices, each had much to like but also left a lot still to be desired. There were the big ones that output excellent, bright images but were more geared towards the home or office with HDMI/VGA connectors, small ones that were very portable but lacked the brightness and sharpness, and more recently, minis that could operate off a battery but also sacrificed image quality, input options, and good sound. I eventually did find one that checked off almost every one of my requirements, and that was the Anker Nebula Mars 2 Pro. Later on, I also purchased the Xgimi Halo because of its native 1080p display resolution. How did it compare to the Anker?This review will also go over some projection basics that helped me decide what was right for our family.MANYBOX PROJECTOR & RAVPOWER 80W AC POWERAmong all the projectors I had tested over the years, last year's ManyBox V501 was our favorite: it was small, decently bright, did not draw too much energy from a portable battery station, but suffered from speakers that were tinny and only adequately loud for a small room setting. Yet, its number of input options, including USB and microSD, won my heart because that meant not having to bring along a laptop to play a movie from. This year's summer had put that to the test: we played a movie off the side of my car while getting ready for backpacking the Kings Canyon National Park wilderness the following day. It was connected to a RAVPower 80W AC Power Bank, lasted nearly two hours, and made for a very, very happy son!XGIMI HALO vs ANKER NEBULA MARS 2 PROThe Xgimi claims to have a native 1080p display resolution which, in theory, should result in crisp text. Indeed it does. I was able to read small fonts in sharp detail as compared to the Anker. I did not find a noticeable difference in brightness between both projectors despite Xgimi having 300 more ANSI lumens than its competitor. What did stand out for me, however, is that despite Xgimi having two 5W Harmon Kardon speakers that gave excellent sound with heart-thumping bass, they did not sound as good and loud as Anker's two 10W ones. Size-wise, both projectors are roughly the same with Xgimi being taller, but more shallow. Autofocus worked identically as well. I was disappointed that the Xgimi does not have a lens cover to protect it against dust and scratches, and its touch controls are more limited than Anker's physical ones that also included a directional pad and Return key. In essence, most of the navigation on the Xgimi is done through its fancier remote (with mouse-like feature), and it does so with good responsiveness as I navigated around its Google Android TV 9.0 interface. Anker's was using an outdated Android 7.1 operating system with very clunky, limited support for Google Play Store apps (if upgraded to a Beta version of Android by contacting their technical support.) Xgimi wins by a mile in this area with its more modern, Google Android TV that has Google's full blessing with access to the 5000+ apps found in the Google Play store. Battery lasted about the same with both products and were able to play a full Pixar movie with power to spare. Both projectors did not support the latest version of Netflix, and you would be forced to use an older version provided by their respective manufacturers instead.Ultimately, it was a big tossup between both projectors. Is the Xgimi's $170 higher price tag worth it? Yes, if you want crisp details with its 1080p display resolution, a modern Android TV interface with Google Play Store app support, better material quality and feel, and a more premium, overall experience. No, if you want louder speakers, hardware controls to navigate the projector without requiring a remote, built-in cover to protect its lens, and don't care about having Google Play Store apps installed. Ultimately, I chose to keep my Anker for traveling, but the Xgimi for business presentations where I wanted to impress my clients.Let's look in more detail what I liked and disliked about the Xgimi Halo.WHAT'S GOOD? WHAT'S BAD?PROS- Design: Unique and premium-looking-- Portable and compact- Built-in battery-- Kept its charge well (stored away at 100% and remained at that after 2 weeks)- DLP technology and LED light source with a rating of up to 30,000 hours-- Color reproduction is very good- 800 ANSI lumens produces enough brightness to cover a large room with low, ambient light-- See TIPS section for details on lumens, lux, and ANSI lumens- Native screen resolution of 1080p for crisp images and text (1920x1080)- Projection size rated for a diagonal 30"-150"-- Found about 90"-100" (at 8′-10′ distance) to be the sweet spot for a fully dark room- Two 5W speakers are decently loud, full, and clear with strong bass-- Not a surprise considering that Harmon Kardon makes excellent speakers-- Projector can be used as a Bluetooth 4.0 speaker (A2DP supported)- Sharp autofocus and keystone for limited skew correction. Triggered by moving the projector- WiFi for direct connection to the Internet, local network, and supported screen mirroring-- Supports 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. Former is slower than 5 GHz but has larger signal coverage and better compatibility with older devices- Android TV 9.0 OS with full Google Play Store support-- Netflix, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, and Plex available-- APK files can be sideloaded- Built-in touch controls at top, though only for Volume Up/Down, Start/Pause- Remote control with mouse functionality-- Some apps do not support directional movement and will require the use of the mouse- Minimal fan noise- Projection modes (configured via Settings)-- Front: like in classrooms-- Rear: like rear projection TVs and digital signs-- Front Ceiling / Rear CeilingCONS- Pricey- Autofocus is slow though crisp once locked-- Gets triggered every time you move the projector- Does not recognize FAT-formatted USB flash drives. Re-format to FAT32- No built-in storage card support (microSD or SD), making the most portable way to transport media be a USB thumb drive-- Solution: elago Mobile Nano II- No lens cover- Speakers are not as loud or powerful as the Anker Nebula Mars 2 Pro- No carry handle- Larger than other mini projectors- No physical "Menu", directional, or Return button. Remote control must be used- Home screen cannot be entirely customized- Some apps have limited or no support for the directional pads, though this is not Xgimi's fault-- Mouse function on the remote control can be used instead- WiFi Screen Mirroring with Samsung Galaxy S20+ was unusably unreliable or not functional for video playback. When it did work, it was choppy-- Worked well for photo viewing- Carry bag not includedTIPS- Autofocus: move projector or hold-press Menu button on the remote. A "Xgimi" circle will appear- Some versions of Netflix or YouTube may not support the directional padPROJECTOR BASICSBRIGHTNESS: LUMENS, ANSI LUMENS, AND LUXFor a very long time, the lack of an apple-to-apple comparison between projector brightness had been a source of frustration. Measurements I had commonly seen were in lumens, ANSI lumens, and lux — and even then I found that two projectors with the same rating did not produce the same amount of brightness. Worse yet, a 6,000 lumen unit was dimmer than the 500 ANSI lumens (which generically is about 3,500 lumens) of the Nebula Mars II Pro during one of my tests! So, I did some digging in an attempt to better understand light measurements. You will find that there is no easy way to convert ANSI lumens to generic lumens.Some manufacturers overstate their lumen rating in an attempt to sell more without regard to how the disinformation could hurt their brand — and customer trust — in the long run.TERMINOLOGY- Lumens: Intensity of light (luminous flux) from a given source. This rating does not change regardless of distance from which the source is measured from- Lux: Intensity of light at a specific location away from the source (1 lux = 1 lumen/sq meter). The farther away you travel, the lower the Lux rating, whereas Lumen remains unchanged- ANSI Lumens: Considered to be the most accurate measure of brightness emitted by a projector-- Rating was developed by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). It is derived from measuring 9 points on a 3×3 grid as follows:--- Projector set 2.4m (7.9 ft) from the screen--- Projection size set to 60" with a 3×3 grid--- Measure the illuminance of each of the 9 points on the grid--- ANSI Lumens = average of the 9 points multiplied by the total surface area of the projected imageCONTRAST RATIOProjectors often include the Contrast Ratio in their list of technical specifications. It is a measurement of how dark and light the respective areas can be rendered, looking for the difference between the brightest and darkest pixels. For example, when watching a movie, you want the black to be as deep/dark as possible without affecting the lighter parts of the scene. This would result in a better experience with sharper, more detailed images and colors.A higher contrast ratio is generally better and can go as high as 10,000:1 (white is 10,000x brighter than black), though the human eye will have difficulty discerning the miniscule difference past a certain point. A good ratio to look for should fall between 1,000:1 and 3,000:1. With all that said...The contrast ratio practically is a meaningless specification. Ambient light and other factors can SIGNIFICANTLY affect the contrast, and as such, one should focus more on darkening the room and using a good projection screen. An optimally low-light room would yield no visible difference between 300:1 and a 50,000:1 contrast ratio.LUMEN-TO-ANSI LUMEN CONVERSIONSome sources use a 7x factor to convert lumen to ANSI lumen. Although this is NOT ACCURATE because of the many factors involved that affect brightness, it provides a generic reference to which to compare products by. Remember, ANSI lumen takes into consideration the projection distance, screen size, and 9 measurement points, whereas lumen only measures a light source's fixed intensity regardless of the aforementioned elements.In the case of the Anker Nebula Mars II Pro, its 500 ANSI lumen rating can be roughly converted to 3,500 lumens (500 x 7). Xgimi Halo's would be roughly 5,600 lumens.PERCEIVED VS MEASURED BRIGHTNESSAccording to Viewsonic, two projectors with the same ANSI lumen rating may appear different in brightness due to the human eye being "more sensitive to certain wavelengths of light". In other words, more color-saturated images appear to be brighter as the result of the HK (Helmholtz-Kohlrausch) Effect.Furthermore, Viewsonic also points out that LED-based projectors produce higher, perceived brightness over older lamp ones despite having the same ANSI lumen rating.DID YOU KNOW? A projection screen with a gain rating of 1.0 preserves the image's brightness, whereas a higher or lower number will respectively increase or decrease it. For instance, the Gain rating of 1.1 with the 100BTF Screen with Stand ensures the image brightness is not hampered by that product's material.ROOM SIZESCommon ANSI lumen ratings recommended for various room sizes are shown below. Keep in mind, however, that image brightness can be affected by ambient light, projection distance, screen size and type, light output technology and age, and other factors.- Small room: 200-300- Large room: 400-600- Large auditorium: 2,000+METAL-HALIDE, LED, DLP, AND LCDPROJECTION SYSTEMS- DLP: Texas Instruments' Digital Light Processing (DLP) technology provided a significant leap in projection through the use of expensive, spinning color wheels that produced sharp images, was 3D capable, and had low response times suitable for video playback- LCD: LCD projectors work great for movies, have no moving parts, are generally less expensive than DLP, but output less contrast and require filter maintenanceThere is almost no visible difference in quality and between DLP and LCD today.LIGHT SOURCES- Metal-Halide Lamp: One of the oldest, but still most commonly-used lamps produces bright images with excellent color rendering-- Get very hot and only last 2,000 – 5,000 hours before needing replacement at an exorbitant cost-- A noisy fan must be left running for a while after power off to ensure adequate cooling before putting the unit away-- Avoid touching the lamp with your naked fingers because the skin oils can degrade the coating and cause the bulb to explode when turned on- LED: With a lifespan of over 20,000 hours, LED projectors generate very little heat and power consumption and require almost no maintenance. Their brightness and image sharpness trail Metal-Halide lamps, though the gap has slowly been closing
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Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2021
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5.0 out of 5 stars Portable True 3D and Full HD projection, great sound and crisp vivid colors
Reviewed in the United States on March 12, 2021
My first impression of this XGIMI is that this is an amazing projector for the office and your home, colors are crisp and vibrant, the best I had yet seen, brightness and puts on an amazing display for whatever you maybe presenting or watching. I have been using it in and out for about three weeks now and I absolutely love it.

The projector has a very nice silver finish, almost professional looking in a sense, it measures about 6.5in Hx 5 3/4”D x 4.5in W and weighs roughly about 4lbs, a great feature comes with a built-in battery, is portable for both indoor and outdoor entertainment activities. It offers 2 hours of video playtime on a single charge. The body is made of seamless aluminum, bulb lasts for 30,000 hours, which means can be use for more than ten years. Battery capacity: 59.454Wh

It does have an adjustable foot on the bottom, to lift it up if it is placed on a table, and XGIMI Halo was built with extensive ( automatically vertical +/-40 degree and manually horizontal +/-40 degree) 4-point keystone correction software, which is normally built into high-end professional projectors, optimal image from virtually any angle and eliminates many of the hassles of an optimal set-up, it also comes with a built-in rapid 10,000+ point auto-focus function and professional high-definition camera, the image becomes automatically focused upon turning on the projector instead of via manual operation, can also be manual focused by remote, wipe the button on the tail of the remote to the right side and click the volume button.

It has one HDMI port, USB input, RCA output and lastly wireless display, as you can offers multiple input options which, in my opinion, makes this projector extremely portable.

The best features True 3D and Full HD projection with a physical resolution of 1920x1080P and 800 ANSI lumens of brightness and also has 2x5W Harman Kardon speakers.

Is powered by the official Android TV 9.0 (upgradable), and works with Google Play Store. Watch Youtube, ESPN and TED whatever you’re into, 5000+ native apps are available for download. Copyrighted content from Hulu, Netflix, and similar services CAN NOT be mirrored or screencast through cell phones.

The wireless display connection makes this projector portable and extremely easy to use. You can connect the phone directly to the projector wirelessly and stream anything off my phone. This is the best of both worlds, for work and home use.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2021
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4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for camping/road trips. Comparison with Anker Nebula Mars 2 Pro
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2021
Finding good, portable projectors for small-group, outdoor movie nights has been a disappointing quest over the last, two years. From $60 to $300 devices, each had much to like but also left a lot still to be desired. There were the big ones that output excellent, bright images but were more geared towards the home or office with HDMI/VGA connectors, small ones that were very portable but lacked the brightness and sharpness, and more recently, minis that could operate off a battery but also sacrificed image quality, input options, and good sound. I eventually did find one that checked off almost every one of my requirements, and that was the Anker Nebula Mars 2 Pro. Later on, I also purchased the Xgimi Halo because of its native 1080p display resolution. How did it compare to the Anker?

This review will also go over some projection basics that helped me decide what was right for our family.

MANYBOX PROJECTOR & RAVPOWER 80W AC POWER
Among all the projectors I had tested over the years, last year's ManyBox V501 was our favorite: it was small, decently bright, did not draw too much energy from a portable battery station, but suffered from speakers that were tinny and only adequately loud for a small room setting. Yet, its number of input options, including USB and microSD, won my heart because that meant not having to bring along a laptop to play a movie from. This year's summer had put that to the test: we played a movie off the side of my car while getting ready for backpacking the Kings Canyon National Park wilderness the following day. It was connected to a RAVPower 80W AC Power Bank, lasted nearly two hours, and made for a very, very happy son!

XGIMI HALO vs ANKER NEBULA MARS 2 PRO
The Xgimi claims to have a native 1080p display resolution which, in theory, should result in crisp text. Indeed it does. I was able to read small fonts in sharp detail as compared to the Anker. I did not find a noticeable difference in brightness between both projectors despite Xgimi having 300 more ANSI lumens than its competitor. What did stand out for me, however, is that despite Xgimi having two 5W Harmon Kardon speakers that gave excellent sound with heart-thumping bass, they did not sound as good and loud as Anker's two 10W ones. Size-wise, both projectors are roughly the same with Xgimi being taller, but more shallow. Autofocus worked identically as well. I was disappointed that the Xgimi does not have a lens cover to protect it against dust and scratches, and its touch controls are more limited than Anker's physical ones that also included a directional pad and Return key. In essence, most of the navigation on the Xgimi is done through its fancier remote (with mouse-like feature), and it does so with good responsiveness as I navigated around its Google Android TV 9.0 interface. Anker's was using an outdated Android 7.1 operating system with very clunky, limited support for Google Play Store apps (if upgraded to a Beta version of Android by contacting their technical support.) Xgimi wins by a mile in this area with its more modern, Google Android TV that has Google's full blessing with access to the 5000+ apps found in the Google Play store. Battery lasted about the same with both products and were able to play a full Pixar movie with power to spare. Both projectors did not support the latest version of Netflix, and you would be forced to use an older version provided by their respective manufacturers instead.

Ultimately, it was a big tossup between both projectors. Is the Xgimi's $170 higher price tag worth it? Yes, if you want crisp details with its 1080p display resolution, a modern Android TV interface with Google Play Store app support, better material quality and feel, and a more premium, overall experience. No, if you want louder speakers, hardware controls to navigate the projector without requiring a remote, built-in cover to protect its lens, and don't care about having Google Play Store apps installed. Ultimately, I chose to keep my Anker for traveling, but the Xgimi for business presentations where I wanted to impress my clients.

Let's look in more detail what I liked and disliked about the Xgimi Halo.

WHAT'S GOOD? WHAT'S BAD?
PROS
- Design: Unique and premium-looking
-- Portable and compact
- Built-in battery
-- Kept its charge well (stored away at 100% and remained at that after 2 weeks)
- DLP technology and LED light source with a rating of up to 30,000 hours
-- Color reproduction is very good
- 800 ANSI lumens produces enough brightness to cover a large room with low, ambient light
-- See TIPS section for details on lumens, lux, and ANSI lumens
- Native screen resolution of 1080p for crisp images and text (1920x1080)
- Projection size rated for a diagonal 30"-150"
-- Found about 90"-100" (at 8′-10′ distance) to be the sweet spot for a fully dark room
- Two 5W speakers are decently loud, full, and clear with strong bass
-- Not a surprise considering that Harmon Kardon makes excellent speakers
-- Projector can be used as a Bluetooth 4.0 speaker (A2DP supported)
- Sharp autofocus and keystone for limited skew correction. Triggered by moving the projector
- WiFi for direct connection to the Internet, local network, and supported screen mirroring
-- Supports 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. Former is slower than 5 GHz but has larger signal coverage and better compatibility with older devices
- Android TV 9.0 OS with full Google Play Store support
-- Netflix, YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, and Plex available
-- APK files can be sideloaded
- Built-in touch controls at top, though only for Volume Up/Down, Start/Pause
- Remote control with mouse functionality
-- Some apps do not support directional movement and will require the use of the mouse
- Minimal fan noise
- Projection modes (configured via Settings)
-- Front: like in classrooms
-- Rear: like rear projection TVs and digital signs
-- Front Ceiling / Rear Ceiling

CONS
- Pricey
- Autofocus is slow though crisp once locked
-- Gets triggered every time you move the projector
- Does not recognize FAT-formatted USB flash drives. Re-format to FAT32
- No built-in storage card support (microSD or SD), making the most portable way to transport media be a USB thumb drive
-- Solution: elago Mobile Nano II
- No lens cover
- Speakers are not as loud or powerful as the Anker Nebula Mars 2 Pro
- No carry handle
- Larger than other mini projectors
- No physical "Menu", directional, or Return button. Remote control must be used
- Home screen cannot be entirely customized
- Some apps have limited or no support for the directional pads, though this is not Xgimi's fault
-- Mouse function on the remote control can be used instead
- WiFi Screen Mirroring with Samsung Galaxy S20+ was unusably unreliable or not functional for video playback. When it did work, it was choppy
-- Worked well for photo viewing
- Carry bag not included

TIPS
- Autofocus: move projector or hold-press Menu button on the remote. A "Xgimi" circle will appear
- Some versions of Netflix or YouTube may not support the directional pad

PROJECTOR BASICS

BRIGHTNESS: LUMENS, ANSI LUMENS, AND LUX
For a very long time, the lack of an apple-to-apple comparison between projector brightness had been a source of frustration. Measurements I had commonly seen were in lumens, ANSI lumens, and lux — and even then I found that two projectors with the same rating did not produce the same amount of brightness. Worse yet, a 6,000 lumen unit was dimmer than the 500 ANSI lumens (which generically is about 3,500 lumens) of the Nebula Mars II Pro during one of my tests! So, I did some digging in an attempt to better understand light measurements. You will find that there is no easy way to convert ANSI lumens to generic lumens.

Some manufacturers overstate their lumen rating in an attempt to sell more without regard to how the disinformation could hurt their brand — and customer trust — in the long run.

TERMINOLOGY
- Lumens: Intensity of light (luminous flux) from a given source. This rating does not change regardless of distance from which the source is measured from
- Lux: Intensity of light at a specific location away from the source (1 lux = 1 lumen/sq meter). The farther away you travel, the lower the Lux rating, whereas Lumen remains unchanged
- ANSI Lumens: Considered to be the most accurate measure of brightness emitted by a projector
-- Rating was developed by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). It is derived from measuring 9 points on a 3×3 grid as follows:
--- Projector set 2.4m (7.9 ft) from the screen
--- Projection size set to 60" with a 3×3 grid
--- Measure the illuminance of each of the 9 points on the grid
--- ANSI Lumens = average of the 9 points multiplied by the total surface area of the projected image

CONTRAST RATIO
Projectors often include the Contrast Ratio in their list of technical specifications. It is a measurement of how dark and light the respective areas can be rendered, looking for the difference between the brightest and darkest pixels. For example, when watching a movie, you want the black to be as deep/dark as possible without affecting the lighter parts of the scene. This would result in a better experience with sharper, more detailed images and colors.

A higher contrast ratio is generally better and can go as high as 10,000:1 (white is 10,000x brighter than black), though the human eye will have difficulty discerning the miniscule difference past a certain point. A good ratio to look for should fall between 1,000:1 and 3,000:1. With all that said...

The contrast ratio practically is a meaningless specification. Ambient light and other factors can SIGNIFICANTLY affect the contrast, and as such, one should focus more on darkening the room and using a good projection screen. An optimally low-light room would yield no visible difference between 300:1 and a 50,000:1 contrast ratio.

LUMEN-TO-ANSI LUMEN CONVERSION
Some sources use a 7x factor to convert lumen to ANSI lumen. Although this is NOT ACCURATE because of the many factors involved that affect brightness, it provides a generic reference to which to compare products by. Remember, ANSI lumen takes into consideration the projection distance, screen size, and 9 measurement points, whereas lumen only measures a light source's fixed intensity regardless of the aforementioned elements.

In the case of the Anker Nebula Mars II Pro, its 500 ANSI lumen rating can be roughly converted to 3,500 lumens (500 x 7). Xgimi Halo's would be roughly 5,600 lumens.

PERCEIVED VS MEASURED BRIGHTNESS
According to Viewsonic, two projectors with the same ANSI lumen rating may appear different in brightness due to the human eye being "more sensitive to certain wavelengths of light". In other words, more color-saturated images appear to be brighter as the result of the HK (Helmholtz-Kohlrausch) Effect.

Furthermore, Viewsonic also points out that LED-based projectors produce higher, perceived brightness over older lamp ones despite having the same ANSI lumen rating.

DID YOU KNOW? A projection screen with a gain rating of 1.0 preserves the image's brightness, whereas a higher or lower number will respectively increase or decrease it. For instance, the Gain rating of 1.1 with the 100BTF Screen with Stand ensures the image brightness is not hampered by that product's material.

ROOM SIZES
Common ANSI lumen ratings recommended for various room sizes are shown below. Keep in mind, however, that image brightness can be affected by ambient light, projection distance, screen size and type, light output technology and age, and other factors.
- Small room: 200-300
- Large room: 400-600
- Large auditorium: 2,000+

METAL-HALIDE, LED, DLP, AND LCD

PROJECTION SYSTEMS
- DLP: Texas Instruments' Digital Light Processing (DLP) technology provided a significant leap in projection through the use of expensive, spinning color wheels that produced sharp images, was 3D capable, and had low response times suitable for video playback
- LCD: LCD projectors work great for movies, have no moving parts, are generally less expensive than DLP, but output less contrast and require filter maintenance
There is almost no visible difference in quality and between DLP and LCD today.

LIGHT SOURCES
- Metal-Halide Lamp: One of the oldest, but still most commonly-used lamps produces bright images with excellent color rendering
-- Get very hot and only last 2,000 – 5,000 hours before needing replacement at an exorbitant cost
-- A noisy fan must be left running for a while after power off to ensure adequate cooling before putting the unit away
-- Avoid touching the lamp with your naked fingers because the skin oils can degrade the coating and cause the bulb to explode when turned on
- LED: With a lifespan of over 20,000 hours, LED projectors generate very little heat and power consumption and require almost no maintenance. Their brightness and image sharpness trail Metal-Halide lamps, though the gap has slowly been closing
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