The projector took me back to the 70's. When we were kids, in the summers, our dad would go to the library and check out reel-to-reels, and the whole neighborhood would come over and we'd watch Laurel & Hardy, Ma & Pa Kettle, etc on a sheet hung from the clothesline. You know, back before we all had 1000 channels and access to most movies on our phones. Good times!

A piece of data you might consider including in your next review would be the 'native resolution' vs the projected or upscaled resolution. The native resolution is the reason why you can see large pixels when walking up to the wall. For instance, I highly doubt that this has a native 1080 HD resolution (1920x1080 pixels). It looks more like 852x480, which is often standard for these cheaper projectors. However in the main description they will often feature that it can 'scale' up to HD or even 4k, but will hide the true native resolution somewhere in the detailed specs. Thanks for the review!

I like to use these cheaper projectors for Halloween/Christmas for window projections. They work great

Cherish those home videos. There is something special about old home movies. Like capturing a glimpse from the past. I wish my parents had taken more home videos.

I've owned a lot of projectors in my life. I can say that the best cheap ones I ever owned are older, high end office projectors. But not your average cheap ones. The 1080p projector I currently use in my living room was $9900, 11 years ago. I got it for $125, plus $90 for a new bulb. It's bright enough to watch movies outside, during the day, and it's got analog keystone adjustment and tilt shift

Lol u totally looked like Brandon in 1989 🤣

I bought the TMY mini 1080 projector for under $100, and it blows this one you bought out of the water. Picture is very clear for roughly $100. I was shocked. I plug a fire stick into it all powered by my bluetti eb3a and it last about 6 hours at night. I stream sports games and watch it on 100” screen in my backyard. Guests think it’s an expensive setup, cost me all in total $350. Best purchase, and best of all it’s PORTABLE! It’s still cool for $75 bucks! Great review! Thank you.

I am glad that you decided to do an actual projector, hopefully you will do more in the near future. I have a projector and I have been using that for movies on my ceiling, it's not the same projector that you reviewed as the ones I have has two HDMI ports and not one. It also allows for Bluetooth, so I can use a boombox that allows Bluetooth for close to a theatrical experience as possible. I don't have time to go to the movies, so I use a projector for movies I bought.

This projector looked AWFUL when you showed it indoors, but when you projected on to the side of the house, I actually thought it looked pretty good! It seems like it would actually be really fun for outdoor parties

I have a Wewatch V70 for my backyard set up here in Vegas,I use a blow up 18ft screen for the backyard,and to make the summers outside more bearable.. Because it's still over 100 at night lol I Use two tower swamp coolers.These are great for families and get togethers,but a good one that can actually replace a TV is thousands.

Sometimes it's accidently alligned KZfaq content is, I just watched the latest LTT video where they had 2 4K laser projectors side by side, and then on the other spectrum we have a video about a projectors where you can see each individual pixel.

7:15 Long haired freak!! 😄 Just teasing, I used to have long, flowing locks too!!

Trust me a tv will always be better not only on resolution but brightness color vibrancy and contrast unless you spend thousand on your projector. I have a high end theater and spent just over 2k on my projector and it’s still not even full native 4k while my tcl 75” tv is native 4k with impressive contrast brightness and full hdr support. The reason you get a projector is mainly the ability to have a screen size over 100” without it costing 10k+ 😊

Would love to see a review of that other projector you mentioned at the beginning too. Even though it has a cable you didn't understand, you can just use any HDMI you have lying about 👍

Based on what I saw of this clip, this projector appears to be pretty much exactly like my Dr. J Professional model: HI-04. They share the same menu appearance, remote and hook ups. They come with identical cables. Different look and color. So far, not bad for the price. It's not something you want to leave on all night unless using it. The lamps dont have as much life span as a TV. Picture is a bit dull but crisp lines compared to the older technology. Native 720p but can accept 1080. Though its still good quality at 100 inches, its better when I drop the size some. Its better on a bright solid white target as opposed to a screen that lets light travel through it, making the picture darker

I've had a $700 projector for about 5 years now (popular brand, but I don't want to name them right now). I used it as a main TV, so it was used many hours a day. The first one had the light go out after 11 months. Luckily within the 1 year warranty. The 2nd one went out 1.5 years later. It was no longer under any warranty. But, after a lot of emails and discussions, they agreed to send me one more unit. Both times I got new units, they were refurbished, not new. Now I have had my 3rd unit for a year or so. I hear there are new laser projectors, maybe their light system lasts longer? But, my unit is not customer fixable. Cannot change out or order the light unit ourselves. I have a 16 year old Samsung 40" LED TV that I got back in 2008. It is still the best TV in my home. Best color and contrast. It has been on 24/7 for many years. Projectors are great. But when this 3rd one I have finally goes out, I'm not sure I'll pay to get another. A large TV will last longer, be brighter, and won't cost any more either.

I think the screen mirroring has to do with fact you're using IPhone.... I have the same issue trying to mirror my husband's iPhone to my firestick 4k..(no issue with my Samsung S10+)😊

Interesting and for the money it is fine. I purchased a slightly more expensive Kodak Slim that runs on an internal battery I added blue tooth with a dongle so I can project it on my hot tub cover when I am in the spa and it looks and sounds great when connected to my external speaker. I spent about 150 bucks for it and it looks great such that my son keeps stealing it so he can play games on this bedroom wall. I almost went with this cheaper version but opted for a more expensive and insanely small version that looks much better and brighter. Great video.

Haha wow, the old 80s video you look a lot like Brandon! Let him know, no DNA test needed. James is the father! 😜

Whoa, this is one I'm super interested in. We had been looking at projectors to use outside at night for a drive in like feel 😁👍

I wish I could put photos up of my sons. All long hair in High school. Love the old photos.🤗

I always wondered how they worked and if they were any good, now thanks to you, I have my answer.

for under a 100 bucks thats not bad, personally for the side by side i thought the projector looked better then the tv, the colors seemed more natural i dont the like neon look and the way i have my tv looked like the projector

This kind of picture quality honestly looks perfectly doable for what I’m primarily looking to use a projector for… I often sleep with the tv running on low brightness and I just want to be able to project reruns of old shows like KotH onto my ceiling. Doesn’t have to be great picture quality and many of the shows I’d be watching with it do not even have 720p. I also prefer low brightness for this usage. It’d be nice to get a cheaper projector that I could still use in other scenarios too(like maybe backyard get-togethers) and still enjoy some reasonable quality… more bang for the buck, but only if the value is right. I’d be 100% fine with what you’ve shown here for my sleep watching. Thanks for the review.

You definitely get what you pay for when it comes to optics (the keystone/focus issue). That said, it does look like a good option for a "casual" scenario like a party where you'd not mind too much if someone knocked beer over it or something!

I bought a nexigo PJ40 off Amazon on sale for $300 I think? Lol we were so impressed with it I mounted it in the master bedroom. During the summer I'll take it down for a neighborhood movie night on a 20ft screen and it's awesome!!

I have been testing a few cheap projectors. They are not bad for the price but will never beat an actual tv, not these budget ones anyway. They are fun for parties and movie nights though.

i love you're reviews on different things and i find them interesting and enjoyable to watch and you sir get a 10 out of 10 star rating from me

I have a giant short throw gaming projector that is great but I'm pretty sure it uses a lot more power than a normal flatscreen TV. And on top of it, it throws off a ton of heat so your room will get hot, higher AC bill

Reminds me a joke Michael Scott cracked in The Office when a guy gets crabs and calls the girl he spent a night with to complain. 'What did you expect for five bucks? A lobster?'

For Halloween or Xmas video displays it would work well I think, projected onto the garage door or wall.

I have a very similar one apparently. Bought from Amazon, same remote, same software. I have a specific size screen that needs to be correctly filled and had to use the zoom feature which kills resolution. I paid about the same but have had way better projectors in the past. I will be upgrading after my remodel.

Cheap projectors are junk, trust me. Unless you have a niche/novelty application for it, anything under $1000 is worse than a cheaper TV. The projectors Amazon page says it supports 4k multiple times, but it actually is only 1080p (if thats even accurate, most sub $100 are 720p), it supports 4k INPUT but displays at 1080p, most cheap projectors are similarly scammy. A few issues that people who have never owned a projector will run into: they have loud FANS, so that can ruin your experience. They are extremely light sensitive so they get washed out in rooms with light. They are awkward to setup in a room and will require planning around, unlike a TV which just mounts to any wall and is perfect. Trust me, I've had multiple highly reviewed $500-$700 projectors and am now back to TV's.

I'm really happy that you did a tutorial video on projectors under $100 on Amazon so I didn't have to do on myself but I will tell you that when a projector's keystone doesn't work you also have to have the right angle because it's a budget one it doesn't have a built-in camera adjuster for its lenses which would automatically do it so you can put it at any level of height. Anyways the most important thing here is that screen mirroring is only for Android. It is a trademarked name. Airplay is for Apple because they had to make their own so when you see any of these projectors they are Android or linux-based so none of those screen mirroring things will work for your Apple iPhone you have to download an external app or just plug in a fire Stick and not have to deal with any of that to begin with but the default settings will always be Android and you will never be able to screen mirror off an iPhone because the truth is that entire company makes garbage phones but Americans are deceived because you're only marketed what they allow you to be marketed so you don't even know the vast technology of what a real good Android phone is because you guys have a tendency to sell really shitty Androids and then have a bad rep for it even though Samsung is changing the game, we have many companies in China and Japan that make phenomenal phones outside of these American garbage Androids which you guys have made Americans feel bad for using when really they are the dominant operating system. You can use screen mirroring on an Android and AirPlay on an Android but you can't do the same for Apple or can you download any content or have any modded apps for free because who wants to pay all this garbage money for apps in the first place. I'm getting off topic but thank you for doing the review I really appreciate it

Hmm, would've liked to see you mess with the settings on the projector to see if you could get closer to the LG TV in terms of colour saturation and the like. It did look washed out but I don't know if you tried to adjust things.

I bought almost the same damn projector a few months ago 😂 it just has a different name. Mine is Comaogo. Mine was also only 45 bucks. The screen issue with pixelation is the same. It gets better when the projector is closer to the wall, but I'm a big screen guy so I kind of put up with it. That filter thing is in fact a dust filter. The remote was by far the worst of it. It couldn't be read beyond 3 feet and there were certain zones that it would read. It's so frustrating that I actually got pissed off 😂. Regarding the keystone correction, I found that keeping the projector level and you won't have any blurring issues. Also, my instructions say up to 300 inches and so did Amazon, but when I tested it myself, the manual focus only allows for up to 100. For a cheap projector, I can't really complain. But if you're looking for really good quality, you'll have to spend a lot more money.

Thanks James, awesome review as always, ❤love the 80s hair😂 🤟

The director has its drawbacks but it also has its advantages. For instance it's cheaper than a TV the picture may not be as good but it's portable a TV is not it does not take up room on your wall either the only room it takes up is the room for a screen which could also be something that could be Hideaway. And that's a cheaper projector too like you said they have ones that are 1080p and up and my brother loves projectors he has an entire movie theater set up in his house with a projector and it's pretty awesome actually.

How can something be #1 seller and have mostly negative comments about the product? The cable issue would be a major turn off for me buying it.

The best part of this video is my g/f's reaction when she saw you with hair. 😂 Thanks for the review, this was not bad and might come in handy to use with toddlers that don't care about the fine details.

thanks james, this stuff i like, please more more electronics if you can afford them ;). I have been watching you since 2017 when I was still Morocco, you deserve more subscribers.

We bought our kids a cheap projector. They use it every weekend for my grandkids and the neighborhood kids. They love it. They use a 300 inch screen.

A lot of people complain that projectors have washed out color. That is what you get projecting it against a white background. Projecting it on a black screen fixes that issue, but with cheap projectors like these, they usually don't have a good lumen rating so on a black screen you gain your color correction, but lose brightness.

To answer the thumbnail (before 1min in) No. No, it cannot replace your t.v. I mean, unless you want to spend more in bulbs over a year than you would in buying a t.v. My dad built a home theatre room (in 1985), and we've learned over the decades that, the projector just isn't fit for regular t.v. use - unless you're rich 🤷🏻‍♀️

Just to have a couple movies going on in the backyard with decent sound under $100 is very decent, things are getting expensive to do with the kids and this might be nice for movie night.

As Homer Simpson once said "Long Luxurious Hippy Hair."

Woooo first time I catch a fresh upload!!!

Running a 250 Euro Beamer for a TV since 3-4 Years now and only now i am thinking about upgrading since i moved into a bright place with a big south facing window front

James, these projectors almost always have a polarizers issue where the polarizers get over heated and then you end up with dark spots on the screen. Almost all these chinese projectors do that. So I expect a follow up on this reviewed after months of use if you would.

Yaber, Vankyo are the best ones for a screen 70 to 90 inches if you go higher the picture will fade, if you have light coming in it fades. They are good for smaller rooms. The Pro projectors can go over 150 with lights on. Much brighter , sharper ,better color picture.

Screen mirroring - all you need is a cable with a USB C male at one end and an HDMI male at the other. Plug the C in your phone and the HDMI in your TV/projector.

if it can store games may be good to have as back up maybe for cottage travel use if just movie space then may not be enough

I have one that costed about $60. It looks different but has the same GUI. Samsung Dex and Smart View allows wireless connecting by adding the projectors hot spot to my phone wifi, not to the router

🎶 Mullet man mullet man does what ever a mullet man can 🎶 😂

Always check native resolution in listing you want at least 720p. Most Listings may say 4k but not.

Those work great for about 5 or 6 months until the bulb burns the center of the LCD. Then you start getting a dark spot which QUICKLY gets worse. If you NEED a projector, spend the money on a laser one!!

I've seen people use this for neighborhood movie night with the projector scrren in front of their garage door. I definitely agree that a large screen TV would be better.

That is because you are mirroring your phone/laptop. When you use a 'dongel', the picture is alot better! Try a DVD, then the picture will be better.... But the best is a more expensive beamer

Pretty on point for $75, not as nice as my Samsung freestyle, but you get what you pay for and it's more than decent for the price.

7:12 - I didn't know you were Mac from Always Sunny!

I'm pretty sure we're close in age, and I just have to give you props on that mullet. I'd have checked you out and thought you were a fox for sure. As for the projector, seems subpar, even for a cheaper unit.

I have one that is clear like a TV and has 4k capabilities. Great sound. And no problem with the mirroring. I've only used projectors for the last 8 years. No more awkward heavy TVs anymore.

We have one and use it for movies in the summer outside by the pool. We have a large blow up screen (100inches) from Sam’s club - paid $69 for that… $65 for projector. Worth is for outside movies…

Most cheap projectors are only 480p no matter what they claim to be, but 480 was once called DVD, so any cheap projector is fine for basic viewing

You can get 4k tvs for like 200 dollars these days, if youre saving up for a projector, save a little later longer and get a 4k, your experience will be so much nicer.

You can’t compare a TV to a projector for image quality because a tv will always beat it no matter what projector you use. Saying that, LCD technology has vastly improved over the years now and you can buy a pretty good projector on a small budget. Things to look out for are ANSI lumens not lumens., auto focus and auto keystone as well as throw ratio

VGA input... wow, that takes me back. So did the yellow, red and white cables... ah the memories of a simpler time. How many pins did that VGA have, if I remember correctly, it was 15. I have to stop posting, I'm having too many flashbacks from my childhood. 😄

Of course, "Temu Slicer Video" was the critics' choice, but "James with hair" has had a much greater cultural impact.

I would love to see you try one of the BenQ projectors I've heard they are game changing they do have a few models. Pricey but still under 1000$ most of the time as far as I can tell. A very good television is still 400-1000$ so would be a fun comparison.

the epson ls800 replcaed my tv. its as bright and 120 inches. also its an ultra short throw so you place it a few inches from the wall. pricey tho at $3k+

Im actually watching this video on my projector that i mirror from my phone as i do every night as i fall asleep.... the not connecting would be an instant return for me

I broke my tv so I might as well buy this one. This was an excellent review thank you !

I think at that price point, you can't expect great resolution, but you SHOULD expect all advertised features to work, and keystone and focus should work better.

I have a projector I use for Halloween. Use a screen in my window and you can see it outside.

Thing is with these inexpensive projectors is that they're pixelated because the actual resolution of them is like 720p or so - which when projected against a non-perfect wall or something is fine for a party or casual event. And - it's quite impressive compared to the projector I bought many years ago for $1500 that could only do 480p/component video - and used expensive bulbs as well. Technology has come a long way. (and yes - it's much easier to carry on a plane than a 65" flat screen TV.. heh)

Love that all serif font on the menus.

The best selling projector on Amazon is the Happen native 1080p which probably has a better picture. I have the Xidu native 1080 p, currently $128.05 on Amazon. One of the brightest projectors in this class.

I always wondered what the TF in TF Card stands for.

nice you rocked the long hair just as much as you rock the bald look. heck ya also you gave James Hatfield vibes lol loved it. also i liked the projector i don't use phone casting so that don't bother me.

That you with all that glam hair? Epic!

If you want incredible resolution, contrast and color reproduction with a REALLY big screen (not some 85" baby TV screen) nothing beats a high-end, quality projector. You can even get a high-end ultra short throw projector. Prices are usually $2k and up. Regardless, if you spend 75 bones on a cheap projector, you kinda get what you pay for 🤣

Wasn't as bad as i thought it was going to be. Thanks for the video

thank you james for a deep review very few reviewers would put both togather that was awsome

Hello Mr. Reviews . I don’t know what to call you. I just want to let you know I was watching you every videos . I’m now sick and had to spend some time in the hospital. It wasn’t Covid. It’s something else. I have to get therapy . The Chemo therapy is not bad. It makes me feel like I have to be sick. And the radiation therapy made me feel like I fell asleep on a beach. I have been watching your

7:30 Dawg lookin like freakin Ryan Reynolds ngl

Should've Watched a few videos the haprun is great for under 100 native 1080p and brighter than most others also the vizony with coupon also under 100 at time I paid 80 for mine and is on the brighter side. Most people use a firestick and it's screen mirroring is much better. And for 200 dollar range you can actually get a projector where you can have ambient light and still get a quality picture.

You do realize that Amazon has a few projectors with electric focus and auto-focus that are also under $100. Those are better than manual focus.

Awesome! I've been looking at these possibly!!

I went quality Benq 4k projector for 120" screen. Zero Regrets.

Omg this picture quality is unreal. I didn’t know we were that far behind… 😂

Your keystone is out because you’re pointing the image up. Point it straight and that will fix it. Keystone adjustment is only minimal.

We need that full 1989 video ❤🎉

Both devices have to be hooked up to the same wi fi, don’t know if that will help. Xfinity has 2.4 and 5.0.

Sometimes having a space in your SSID will cause problems with cheap WiFi products.

was it able to use things like netflix and KZfaq on its own or only with connection to your computer

The reason mirroring didn't work is most likely it need Apple airplay, and since they need to pay Apple loyalty to use it, it will add on the cost. Unlike Android open source, so I assume it works only with Androids mirroring. My guess, hope it's helpful.

Ninja just put out a slow cooker/ a bunch of other functions thing called the "possible cooker" I saw some reviews on it but no one does it like you! Would you put it to the test and see if it's worth the $120 price tag?

There is a known issue with newer versions of Android and ios when mirroring g, it has to do with security permissions

The projector uses miracast, while the iPhone, iPad, and Macs uses AirPlay.

MAN…DO WE NEED LONG HAIRED JAMES BACK OR WHAT 😅 HOW SWEET WOULD IT BE. LETS START A PETITION FOR THAT