![]() ![]() Just beyond the lens is a rotary dial for adjusting image focus. Continuing to the front of the projector we find another grill sitting right next to the lens, which hides a built-in speaker. Right next to the audio output jack is a small grill which hides the unit’s fan. ![]() It’s nice to have them there, but you’re going to want to keep the remote handy as it is far easier to use.Īlong the side of the projector we found a DC power input and a 3.5mm audio output jack for connecting the projector to external audio systems. ![]() 3M claims the projector can sustain up to a 120-inch diagonal image but, as we’ll soon discuss, you’re not going to want to try to go anywhere close to that size.Īlong the top of the projector are a series of control buttons which, in addition to basic power and volume controls, allow access to the projector’s menu where brightness, contrast, image orientation and PC/Movie image preferences can be adjusted. ![]() The projector’s resolution maxes out at 800 x 480, which is another way of saying you get DVD quality. The main advantage to a DLP chip is that it doesn’t degrade over time, offers excellent color uniformity and has very little space between pixels, which results in a smoother image overall. The one notable exception to this rule is a projector made by AAXA which boasts 110 lumen output, but is all but unavailable.ģM opted for a DLP image chip made by Texas Instruments rather than, say, an LCD or LCOS chip, which are popular in other projectors. The projector is rated to output 60 lumens which, while not a lot, is a touch better than most competing mini-projectors. This figure will probably change based on brightness and audio volume settings, but we feel safe saying that the projector should last long enough on its battery to get you through most movies of reasonable length - Gandhi is definitely out, though. To enhance portability, the 3M streaming projector packs a rechargeable battery, which the manufacturer claims will run for “over two hours”. In the box along with the projector we found a DC power supply, adapter tips for both US and European power sockets, a card-style remote control and a Roku streaming stick. The hinge on this door is tiny and feels as if it could break away if placed under even moderate stress. Our only real complaint regarding build quality would have to be the plastic “door” which hides away the projector’s HDMI and MHL connectors. Overall, the projector has a solid feel, with a rubber ring on its underside to help avoid slippage and a glossy, slick plastic piece lining the top with 3M’s logo. New Roku Streaming Stick+ adds a mute button, cuts price to just $50 While it may not fit in your pocket, it will certainly stash away conveniently in a backpack, overnight bag or suitcase. The projector measures roughly 2 x 4 x 4.5 (H x W x D – in inches) and weighs a mere pound. This little projector by 3M manages to strike just the right balance between for light weight for portability’s sake and just enough heft to let you know you’re not dealing with a kid’s toy. Read on for my take on why I think this mini-projector may succeed where so many others have failed. I’m glad we did, because this little device is a lot of fun and has great potential as a gift this holiday season. I love the idea of a mini projector - which is why I started paying attention when they started to surface - but, time and time again, my hopes of obtaining the perfect little travel projector have been dashed by either poor specs, lack of features or out-of-reach pricing.īut when Digital Trends received a test unit soon after, I insisted on giving it a proper evaluation and review. To be perfectly honest, I almost wrote the 3M Streaming Projector off as soon as I’d heard about it. ![]()
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