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Nebula, by Anker, Mars II 300 ANSI Lumen Home Theater Portable Projector with 720p 30 to 150 Inch DLP Picture, Home Entertainment, 10W Speakers, Android 7.1, 1-Second Autofocus, Movie Projector

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Special Feature Digital Keystone Correction, Lightweight
Connectivity Technology Wireless,HDMI,USB,Bluetooth
Display resolution 1280 x 720

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  • Sensational Clarity: Experience your favorite content in a whole new light. 300 ANSI lm brightness and 720p DLP IntelliBright technology combine to create a crisp, clear picture.
  • Stunning Sound: Dual 10W audio drivers generate cinematic stereo sound and deep pounding bass.
  • Ideal in the Home: Stay entertained at home with Mars II’s 150-inch image. Watch movies, take online classes, or keep the kids entertained with hours of cartoons and educational videos. The possibilities are endless.
  • Binge-Watch in Style: Watch YouTube, Netflix, and more wherever you go on Mars II movie projector. Seamlessly display your favorite Android 7.1 content for endless hours of entertainment.
  • NOTE: Copyrighted content from Hulu, Netflix, and similar services CAN NOT be mirrored or screencast. Download and use the apps directly through Mars II portable projector to view copyrighted content from these providers. Chromecast is not supported.
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150" / 381 cm

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Customer Ratings
Picture quality
4.1
4.2
4.4
4.7
4.5
4.3
Brightness
3.8
4.0
4.2
4.6
4.4
4.0
Remote Control
3.7
4.3
4.2
3.9
Auto focus
4.3
4.2
4.2
4.8
Sound quality
4.2
4.5
4.3
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hardware interface
usb, hdmi
bluetooth 5, usb2.0 a, usb c, 3 5 mm audio
usb
bluetooth
hdmi, bluetooth
usb
display resolution
1920 x 1080
1920x1080
3840 x 2160 pixels
1920x1080
1280 x 720 (16:9, HD)
brightness
300
400
400
200
native resolution
1280 x 720
1280 x 720
1920 x 1080
3840 x 2160
1920 x 1080
1280 x 720
max throw distance
3.18 meters
4.22 meters
3.9 meters
100 feet
min throw distance
1.05 meters
1.68 meters
0.79 meters
40 feet

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Nebula, by Anker, Mars II 300 ANSI Lumen Home Theater Portable Projector with 720p 30 to 150 Inch DLP Picture, Home Entertainment, 10W Speakers, Android 7.1, 1-Second Autofocus, Movie Projector

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Radiant Image

Enjoy your favorite movies, shows, games, and more in vivid detail with Mars II’s 300 ANSI-lumen image.

Extensive Connectivity

Mirror your phone with Miracast or connect to favorite devices via HDMI, USB, and more.

Dedicated App

Make your phone a remote control with the Nebula Connect app. Available now for the App Store (iOS) and Google Play (Android).

Transform any location into your own home cinema to bring the movies to wherever your family are.

Make the great outdoors greater with 4 hours of non-stop entertainment (Tested at 50% volume in auto mode).

Single-Second Autofocus Ensures a Clear Picture

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Customer Reviews
4.1 out of 5 stars
1,079
4.0 out of 5 stars
712
4.3 out of 5 stars
7,193
4.4 out of 5 stars
1,182
Price $469.99 $229.99 $459.99
Color Selection Black Black Black, Red Black
Projection Technology DLP DLP DLP DLP
Brightness 500 ANSI lm 300 ANSI lm 100 ANSI lm 200 ANSI lm
Resolution 1280x720 (16:9, HD) 1280×720 (16:9, HD) 854×480 (16:9) 1280×720 (16:9, HD)
Projection Size 30-150 in 30-150 in 20-100 in 20-100 in
Operating System Android 7.1 Android 7.1 Android 7.1 Android TV 9.0
Speaker 2× 10W 2× 10W 1× 5W (360°) 1× 8W (270°)
Video Playtime 3 hours 4 hours 4 hours 2.5 hours
Connectivity HDMI, USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Screen Mirroring HDMI, USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Screen Mirroring HDMI, USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Screen Mirroring HDMI, USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Chromecast
Focus Automatic Automatic (1 second) Manual Automatic(1 second)

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Product Description

Model Number:D2322

NOTE:
*Copyrighted content from Hulu, Netflix, and similar services CAN NOT be mirrored or screencast. Download and use the apps directly through Mars II video projector to view copyrighted content from these providers.
**Chromecast is not supported.
***150" is the maximum picture size and will only be clear in very low-lighting.


Display
Display Technology: 0.3" DLP
Native Resolution: 1280 x 720 (HD)
Brightness: 300 ANSI lm
Lamp Life: 30, 000 hours
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Throw Ratio: 100 in at 8.73 ft; 80 in at 6.99 ft; 60 in at 5.22 ft; 40 in at 3.48 ft
Offset: 100%
Focus Adjustment: Automatic
Projection Mode: Front/Rear/Front Ceiling/ Rear Ceiling
Keystone Correction: Auto (vertical ±40°)

Interface
HDMI: HDMI 1.4
USB: USB 2.0
DC-IN: 19V, 3A DC-In
Control: Physical Buttons
IR Remote: D-pad mode/mouse mode
Dedicated App: Nebula Connect for Android & iOS

Hardware
CPU: Quad Core A7 Smartphone Chipset
GPU: Adreno 304
RAM: 1GB DDR3
ROM: 8GB eMMC
Battery: 12,500mAh / 3.85V
Speaker: Dual 10W Speakers
Wi-Fi: 802.11a/b/g/n
Dual Frequency 2.4/5GHz
Bluetooth: BT4.0 Dual Mode/A2DP
Fan: <32dB

Software
OS: Android 7.1
Working Modes: Projector Mode and Bluetooth Speaker Mode
OTA: Supported
App Store: Supported
Movie Playtime: 4 hours in Battery Mode
Music Playtime: 30 hours in Bluetooth Speaker Mode
Charging time: 3 hours
Video Formats: H.264 BP/MP/HP–up to 1080p;
MPEG-4 SP/ASP–up to 1080p;
DivX 4x/5x/6x –up to 1080p;
H.263 P0 – WVGA;
VP8 – 1080p;
H.265 MP 8-bit – up to 1080p
*Specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

What's In The Box
Nebula Mars II, power adapter, manual, remote, 12-month warranty, and our friendly customer service.

Customer reviews

4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5
712 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the picture quality, sound quality, and portability of the video projector. For example, they mention it's impressive, has decent resolution, and is portable. Some appreciate the ease of use. That said, opinions are mixed on performance, apps, and brightness.

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121 customers mention103 positive18 negative

Customers like the picture quality of the video projector. They say the overall picture quality is impressive, the display itself is nice, and decently bright. They also say the resolution is pretty decent, and it's totally acceptable for standard viewing. Some mention that the video quality is great when there is very low ambient light in the room. Overall, most are satisfied with the overall look and feel of the product.

"...The picture itself I think is great. It states 720p but I can say the picture is more than sharp enough (#autofocus is good)...." Read more

"...It's got sharper video quality, clear and brighter and I just love the auto focus. Well it's 720p!! And it's much brighter than Capsule too...." Read more

"...The image quality only gets better as it gets darker, and when it’s dark out I find myself blown away by the strength of the image...." Read more

"...* Kodi * Xfinity Stream * Very bright image, easily viewable on an off-white color wall * Auto keystoning / focus * Very..." Read more

94 customers mention68 positive26 negative

Customers like the sound quality of the video projector. They say the speakers are loud and good. Some mention that the audio quality is decent considering their size.

"...The sound is much better than I expected, it can get pretty loud so I keep it around half way most of the time...." Read more

"...It is definitely brighter and sharper. Sound is ok but I wish it was a bit more powerful because it seems like it can't handle deep bass..." Read more

"...Miracast works very well (albeit hidden in menus)- Built in speakers are great not having to have a Bluetooth speaker-..." Read more

"...Not distractingly bad or anything - it might be a bit too heavy on the bass.[EDIT]: Nebula's support is fantastic...." Read more

75 customers mention75 positive0 negative

Customers find the video projector portable, compact, and battery operated. They say it saves space and is easy to take with them.

"...Anker has everything you need for a projector experience, this will save space and is easy to take with you anywhere you go...." Read more

"...The sound is loud!* The portability is great. The projector frequently travels to different rooms in our condo...." Read more

"...4 hour battery life- The overall look and feel (portability, construction)..." Read more

"...This device is extremely compact and lightweight, really beautiful in its overall design and simplicity, and simply blows away my expectations in..." Read more

70 customers mention56 positive14 negative

Customers like the quality of the video projector. They say it's a solid device with lots of potential, a decent standalone projector that gets the job done, and a go-to brand these days for high quality/reasonable price products. They also say it feels sturdy enough and doesn't feel cheaply made. Overall, customers say it’s the best projector for the small form factor market.

"...terms of build quality, the projector feels sturdy enough, it doesn't feel cheaply made, the handle feels like it is made with quality materials as..." Read more

"...Overall this is the best projector for the small form factor market I have tried. I currently have 5 projectors and 4 of them are small form factor...." Read more

"...Pros:- Design - beautiful, compact, lightweight.- Quality - bright, visible, crisp image even in daylight.-..." Read more

"...I'm pretty happy with my purchase. It's a good mix of the right features for what I wanted to use it for." Read more

68 customers mention54 positive14 negative

Customers like the ease of use of the video projector. For example, they mention it's very easy to set up, great for simple, fun family use, and convenient. Some say the turn around was pretty quick and seamless. That said, most are happy with the auto focus and the Android OS.

"...The built in interface is really easy to use and it is easy to set up out of the box, the apps work fine for me...." Read more

"...The Mars II is buttery smooth and responds to all commands very quickly...." Read more

"...Steer clear!Pros:* Comes in a nice box* Relatively easy set-up* Auto-focus works wellCons:*..." Read more

"...I landed on the following requirements: portable, built-in sound, painless setup, Android OS, HDMI input, and decent brightness/resolution..." Read more

147 customers mention83 positive64 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the video projector. Some mention that it works well, while others say that major features of the unit fail to perform. Some customers also report start-up issues and say that the system becomes unsmooth after an upgrade.

"...easy to use and it is easy to set up out of the box, the apps work fine for me...." Read more

"...is needed, and the app is not native, so it is slow and only works much like Google casting, where it must be a compatible video from a service like..." Read more

"...The autofocus feature is very, very good.The projector sits about 4 feet from the projection surface and creates a large image...." Read more

"...* Very few working apps. Youtube works well. Netflix works but you mostly have to resort to the manual mouse functionality to select items...." Read more

47 customers mention30 positive17 negative

Customers are mixed about the apps. Some say the built-in apps are great, while others say there are few working apps and the app store is lacking.

"...Android TV O/S (built-in apps, don't have to rely on external devices or casting)- Miracast works very well (albeit hidden in menus)-..." Read more

"...following requirements: portable, built-in sound, painless setup, Android OS, HDMI input, and decent brightness/resolution (HD preferred)...." Read more

"...- usually Miracast or some other form of app is needed, and the app is not native, so it is slow and only works much like Google casting, where it..." Read more

"...Pros- Complete package! Android 7.1, 30,000 hour bulb life, streaming apps, great picture, built in battery, built in speakers sound great, several..." Read more

47 customers mention29 positive18 negative

Customers are mixed about the brightness of the video projector. Some mention it has fairly good brightness, while others say that it's a bit of an issue. Some say that the brightness has been reduced for the Mars 2.

"...It's got sharper video quality, clear and brighter and I just love the auto focus. Well it's 720p!! And it's much brighter than Capsule too...." Read more

"...and simply blows away my expectations in the image quality, brightness, and sharpness -- even using it in broad daylight in an office setting...." Read more

"...for quite a while and was disappointed to see that the projection brightness had been reduced for the Mars 2.*..." Read more

"...Auto focus is a big deal. 300 lumens is bright enough for my usage. No interest in trying to watch movies/shows on it during the day...." Read more

Best Portable Projector on the Market Right Now
5 Stars
Best Portable Projector on the Market Right Now
I have owned projectors since 2009 and had many that range from very high end to very low end. I have a JVC NX7 / RS2000 coming very soon as well as a Da Lite High Power 2.8 gain 120" so I know what a good picture is suppose to look like. I also have many asian pico projectors that I have been trying over the years. Many of these projectors even have faster processors, ram and ROM space than the Mars, but that is all meaningless is you don't have the software to back it up. The Mars II is buttery smooth and responds to all commands very quickly. Other projectors normally fail in this regard when trying to use the home button on a resource intensive app. Also many of the pico projectors are strictly SVGA / XGA or some form of this resolution. The picture with text is very pixelated that smooths out a little when watching cinema quality content. This picture however is extremely lacking at usually a high price tag (~$100-$300) It simply isn't worth the trouble. Go with a reputable company that be there when things go wrong and will actually update their devices as time goes on. I have had nothing but things to say about all the Anker products I own (which is a lot). They are all very high quality and so far none of them have broken yet (except a battery charger that I dropped, but still functions though the indicator button is busted now)Pros * Compatible with all the apps I require: * Youtube * Hulu (Updated versions of this require Google Play Services) * MX Player (This is broken on many Chinese projectors) * Emby * VRV (This is RARELY compatible with other android devices) * Netflix * Kodi * Xfinity Stream * Very bright image, easily viewable on an off-white color wall * Auto keystoning / focus * Very long battery life (usually lasts a movie of 1h30 to 2h) * Excellent customer support with potential access to early beta builds * Aptoide version of Play Store is superior to any Chinese variants you'd find in other small projectors * Ability to side-load apps * HDMI in has auto switching that will sense an HDMI signal and switch over to it * Buttons on the actual unit so remote is not required * Nebula Connect App lets you control the projector with your phone * Casting from a OnePlus 6 just works WITHOUT the need for any other software (This is not the case for ANY other projector I have tried - usually Miracast or some other form of app is needed, and the app is not native, so it is slow and only works much like Google casting, where it must be a compatible video from a service like Youtube, rather than the desktop. I cannot stress enough how rediculous this has become - for some projectors I have tried nearly 10 programs, which all fail to do even the most basic of streaming well. With the Mars II I have streamed with Wi-Fi direct video games, such as Sonic Dash | To do this go to Settings -> Display -> Cast [at the bottom of the list]. Also under Settings -> Wi-Fi -> Advanced -> Wi-Fi Direct, select the 'NebulaXXXX' device.)Cons * Fan can be noisy compared to other small form factor projectors (it becomes more in-audible the louder the movie is, if playing content at even 1/4 max volume it will drown out the fan. This is to be expected with the amount of lumens this thing puts out) * Carrying strap is not detachable or hide-able (would be nice to have it depress into the unit so it doesn't look so tacky while in use or not needed) * Google Play Services is not available on the base firmware (this is needed for a lot of apps, which makes them un-usable without it) * Mouse mode on the remote control is cumbersome, you must press the button and then move the cursor with the directional pad. A better alternative to this is to buy a USB remote that allows you to point at the projector screen in order to move the mouse, this is much more intuitive. This is what I use: https://www.amazon.com/Backlight-Wireless-Controller-3-Gsensor-Projector/dp/B076BRLHZT. However, if you simply use the Nebula app, which has a mouse mode by moving the screen this works your finger over the screen - this works just as well.The customer service is fantastic. I sent a message to them about a firmware update to address the issue with Google Play Services, and even on a weekend they got back to me within hours. They allowed me into their beta program and so far the new firmware is great. Thanks very much to Helen for assisting me in this matter, she has gone above and beyond in making sure I was satisfied with my purchase.Overall this is the best projector for the small form factor market I have tried. I currently have 5 projectors and 4 of them are small form factor. This one is superior to them all by a mile. Best of all, these projectors use LEDs which has lamp hours in the 10s of 1000s. Basically, you will never need to replace the lamp (you can't you will just need to buy a new projector) unless you watch it 24 hours a day for the next 3.5 years. With my new JVC projector coming the lamps normally last 3000-4500 hours in which you will need a replacement which will cost us around $800, nearly twice the price of this entire projector!NOTE: The video / images are not accurate to what you will see in person (it looks much better) but I hope it gives people some better clue of what to expect!
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Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2019
My wife and I needed something to watch our shows in the bedroom. We didn't want all the clutter of having a TV and TV stand. The Nebula Mars II by Anker is a great buy. I currently have it sitting on my night table next to my bed. The picture itself I think is great. It states 720p but I can say the picture is more than sharp enough (#autofocus is good). The sound is much better than I expected, it can get pretty loud so I keep it around half way most of the time. You can probably get away with it if you are using the projector outside. If not you always have the option to pair a Bluetooth speaker.
The built in interface is really easy to use and it is easy to set up out of the box, the apps work fine for me. I like the ability to turn it off and on by just shutting the cover in front of the lens. In terms of build quality, the projector feels sturdy enough, it doesn't feel cheaply made, the handle feels like it is made with quality materials as well. Currently I keep mines plugged in the entire time on a Manfrotto tripod and currently have my Nintendo Switch, Roku and a DVD player connected to it (using an HDMI switch). The battery power alone works just fine but I haven't tested it extensively. (Claim is 4 hrs)

If there was one thing I wish this had... it would be zoom. I have to physically move my night table to get the picture to fit my wall. (Something to consider when planning your set up)

Overall the Nebula Mars II by Anker has everything you need for a projector experience, this will save space and is easy to take with you anywhere you go. I also plan to use this to project calming images and sounds for my newborn. Give your space a different feel, I feel like I've got my monies worth.

-BIG
Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2018
Just received the new unit. But I turned it on and nothing... it turns out that battery is fully drained...

So I plugged in and turned it on and while it's charging I did a quick setup.

First, picture quality is well comparable to Capsule. It's got sharper video quality, clear and brighter and I just love the auto focus. Well it's 720p!! And it's much brighter than Capsule too. I turned it on in my home office with lights on and I was able to see the screen with no problem. With Capsule I can't see the screen as clear as in for Mars 2. So far I am happy with the purchase. I will definitely sacrifice the bigger size and portability compared to Capsule with this much difference in screen quality. It's definitely worth it if you don't mind carrying larger unit when using this outdoors and traveling.

One thing that worries me is the battery life. Usually when these kind of products get shipped you have little less than 50% of the battery in there. But this unit arrived completely drained. Maybe it could have been drained while it was sitting in the warehouse? Maybe... but then who knows how long it was there like that. If the battery was fully drained for a while then its life span decreases significantly and I am a little worried about that. If someone had the similar experience I'd like to know how the battery condition is after fully charged and if it's being able to run 4 hours as it is stated.

Well I will find out soon after this unit gets fully charged. So for now I am giving 5 stars considering that I may not have issues with the battery power.

I will update my review as well after I'm done playing with all the good stuff in this Mars 2.

** Update: So I fully charged Mars 2 last night and it took me about 4-5 hours to complete. First thing I did was to compare the screen quality with my Capsule. I did a direct comparison side by side. (see photos) It is definitely brighter and sharper. Sound is ok but I wish it was a bit more powerful because it seems like it can't handle deep bass. (wonder why not JBL anymore.. cost???) Auto focus seems to work very well but I wish I can manually fine tune it if necessary. Actually you can manually fine tune the focus when you see the circle trying to auto focus at the center of the screen but when it's gone from the screen you can't manually adjust the focus unless you move the projector around then it will try to auto focus again and you will see the circle then you can manually adjust the focus. (side note: when you move the projector around and while it tries to auto-focus again, the video stops and then plays again after it's done auto-focusing which I found it to be pretty cool little feature) Maybe I haven't figured out how to manual focus yet... But I don't find this to be big problem since auto focus works pretty well. Portability can't really beat the Capsule. It's heavy and almost as three times bigger than Capsule and you have to carry a separate power supply along. I don't find this to be a huge problem since it gives me better video quality but I will definitely miss the mobility of Capsule. As far as for the battery, I am still concerned about the fact that it arrived completely drained. I may not have a problem now but I am pretty sure I fill face shorter life span if the battery was completely drained for a long time before it got shipped to me. As someone suggested I am getting a replacement.
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5.0 out of 5 stars So far so good.. but little worried...
Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2018
Just received the new unit. But I turned it on and nothing... it turns out that battery is fully drained...

So I plugged in and turned it on and while it's charging I did a quick setup.

First, picture quality is well comparable to Capsule. It's got sharper video quality, clear and brighter and I just love the auto focus. Well it's 720p!! And it's much brighter than Capsule too. I turned it on in my home office with lights on and I was able to see the screen with no problem. With Capsule I can't see the screen as clear as in for Mars 2. So far I am happy with the purchase. I will definitely sacrifice the bigger size and portability compared to Capsule with this much difference in screen quality. It's definitely worth it if you don't mind carrying larger unit when using this outdoors and traveling.

One thing that worries me is the battery life. Usually when these kind of products get shipped you have little less than 50% of the battery in there. But this unit arrived completely drained. Maybe it could have been drained while it was sitting in the warehouse? Maybe... but then who knows how long it was there like that. If the battery was fully drained for a while then its life span decreases significantly and I am a little worried about that. If someone had the similar experience I'd like to know how the battery condition is after fully charged and if it's being able to run 4 hours as it is stated.

Well I will find out soon after this unit gets fully charged. So for now I am giving 5 stars considering that I may not have issues with the battery power.

I will update my review as well after I'm done playing with all the good stuff in this Mars 2.

** Update: So I fully charged Mars 2 last night and it took me about 4-5 hours to complete. First thing I did was to compare the screen quality with my Capsule. I did a direct comparison side by side. (see photos) It is definitely brighter and sharper. Sound is ok but I wish it was a bit more powerful because it seems like it can't handle deep bass. (wonder why not JBL anymore.. cost???) Auto focus seems to work very well but I wish I can manually fine tune it if necessary. Actually you can manually fine tune the focus when you see the circle trying to auto focus at the center of the screen but when it's gone from the screen you can't manually adjust the focus unless you move the projector around then it will try to auto focus again and you will see the circle then you can manually adjust the focus. (side note: when you move the projector around and while it tries to auto-focus again, the video stops and then plays again after it's done auto-focusing which I found it to be pretty cool little feature) Maybe I haven't figured out how to manual focus yet... But I don't find this to be big problem since auto focus works pretty well. Portability can't really beat the Capsule. It's heavy and almost as three times bigger than Capsule and you have to carry a separate power supply along. I don't find this to be a huge problem since it gives me better video quality but I will definitely miss the mobility of Capsule. As far as for the battery, I am still concerned about the fact that it arrived completely drained. I may not have a problem now but I am pretty sure I fill face shorter life span if the battery was completely drained for a long time before it got shipped to me. As someone suggested I am getting a replacement.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2018
What I was looking for:

I hate televisions. To me, televisions are a big, black rectangle that sit in your living room and you end up structuring the layout of your living room around the television. I’ve been dreaming of a TV-free living room for a while now… not because I want to watch less TV or play less games or anything - just because I don’t want to own a physical TV.

So this projector was designed to be my TV replacement, and I was willing to put up with a lot to make that vision happen.

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About our setup:

The projector is stored in / on a little side table unit. It’s effectively invisible when it’s been put away. This was far and away the most important thing for me. I pop it on the coffee table when it comes out each evening. It usually has an HDMI cable and the power running out the back.
The projector projects upwards at a fairly sharp angle above our fireplace. This introduces keystone artifacts, but they’re not too bad. The autofocus feature is very, very good.
The projector sits about 4 feet from the projection surface and creates a large image. At 6 feet or ten feet the image is huge. (I haven’t measured it, sorry.)
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The pros:

* It’s summer right now, and we leave all the shades open in the living room. It doesn’t get dark until 9:30ish. We will start watching TV at 7, and while it’s by no means a perfect image because of all the ambient light, it’s definitely not unwatchable. The image quality only gets better as it gets darker, and when it’s dark out I find myself blown away by the strength of the image. We frequently leave lights on, but, like all projectors, this thing definitely shines when the space is as dark as possible.
* The sound is loud!
* The portability is great. The projector frequently travels to different rooms in our condo. Running it off the battery at full power kind of feels like magic.
* Playing games. I’m a casual gamer, and it’s so fun to play my Nintendo Switch on this thing. I haven’t noticed any lag.
* The image is 720p, and that can be pretty damn crisp. I’m not one to get all that excited about ultra HD.

The cons:

* Software. The Youtube app doesn’t currently let you log into your account. (Nebula said they’re fixing this). The Netflix app can’t play HD content, because of some kind of hardware signing issue. I even side-loaded the newest Android Netflix app and it didn’t make a difference. I don’t think there’s a workaround here. So, for the best experience you’ll probably want to connect an Apple TV or similar (we had one lying around from 2012. It works great.)
* I know I said I’m happy with the brightness - but I feel like it could have been just a touch brighter. I’d been following the Mars I for quite a while and was disappointed to see that the projection brightness had been reduced for the Mars 2.
* The sound is loud, but not that high quality. Not distractingly bad or anything - it might be a bit too heavy on the bass.

[EDIT]: Nebula's support is fantastic. They've been super responsive to questions about the product, and really helpful each time. Shout-out to Wendy for all your help!!
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Francisco
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente para pasar el rato, sumamente portátil
Reviewed in Mexico on December 29, 2022
Súper portátil, excelente imagen , incluso con iluminación de exterior (no a plena luz de día en exterior), en el interior aún mejor!!!! Excelente imagen, pantalla de 100" garantizado... Se ha usado para películas y presentaciones de trabajo.
El volúmen puede mejorar, en exterior sí se requiere de una bocina. Muy recomendable, excelente compra de buen fin.
Anil kumar
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb Projector
Reviewed in India on November 25, 2021
Simply Superb..
Melissa B.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great all in one smart projector solution!
Reviewed in Canada on June 29, 2020
What a great little machine! Real value for the money! We’ve been running Netflix, Amazon Prime and YouTube off of it outdoors as well as trying out TV stations you can setup on the Google Playstore. You need Anker to help you load the Playstore but service is excellent over the phone!

The storage feature is great in case you don’t trust your wifi outdoors and want to download Netflix or Amazon movies. Sound is ok but we just connect a Bose portable speaker through the Audio Out for a bit more sound.

We’ve been unable to setup Disney + through the Playstore and also had no success sideloading APK files so for now we’ll just connect a laptop via HDMI if we want Disney +.

The apple and Android casting features are great for seeing your own pics/videos from your phone !

Brightness at 300 lumens is more than enough at sundown and we’ve run 80 and 110+ inch screens!
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Armando R.
5.0 out of 5 stars Muy buen producto, cumple con lo que ofrece.
Reviewed in Mexico on January 19, 2023
Me gustó mucho
Timur
5.0 out of 5 stars great product
Reviewed in Canada on December 19, 2020
This projector is great!
The default player is not great and doesn't support some video formats. To fix that, just install VLC media player from the app store and you can play ANYTHING.
Now I watch videos only with the projector - the reflected light makes my eyes happy. I also love to move when I watch videos and watching from the wall is just a perfect solution for me.
Highly recommended!