Folks in the US can now snap up the first smart projector that’s powered by tech. The is available on Amazon for a regular price of $250. Until October 1, though, there’s a coupon that drops the price to $180 (a discount of $70).
There was a Roku-branded 3M projector that arrived , but that required a Roku Streaming Stick. The new Aurzen model has Roku’s operating system built in.
You’ll be able to operate this projector using the Roku remote. It uses the Roku interface and personalized homescreen, which includes access to The Roku Channel and a litany of streaming media apps. The projector also works with Roku’s mobile app and smart home ecosystem, as well as compatible wireless speakers and soundbars. You’ll be able to use Bluetooth headphones and there’s a 3.5mm audio out jack.
The projector is designed for indoor and outdoor use, and it supports screen sizes of between 40 and 150 inches. It has Apple AirPlay support, an HDMI port so you can plug in a games console or another device, dual 5W speakers and 1080p resolution. Brightness tops out at 330 ANSI lumens. Getting the projector ready to use should be pretty straightforward as the D1R Cube has auto focus and auto keystone correction, as well as a guided setup process.
