The Dangbei Neo mini projector has been unveiled. The Neo mini is a compact portable device with up to 675 ANSI lumens of brightness. The Dangbei Neo mini projector is now available in the US and will berth in Europe next month.
The Dangbei Neo mini projector can be used
to cast images up to 120 inches wide and offers a 1.2:1 throw ratio. The
projector’s LED light source has an expected lifespan of 30,000 hours. This
translates to more than 10 years of an average daily usage of 8 hours. The Neo
mini projector covers 90% of the DCI-P3 color space. It supports HDR10 and HLG
formats. Several features on the projector help to easily enhance the image
output. These include autofocus, auto keystone correction, and smart obstacle avoidance.
The Dangbei Neo mini projector runs on
Linux OS and it comes pre-installed with Prime Video, YouTube, and Netflix
apps. Indeed the projector has been officially licensed by Netflix. The
projector has dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity and you can cast
content using the Mirrorcast app. You can also download other apps via the
Google Play Store. In terms of the wired interfaces, the Dangbei Neo has HDMI
ARC, USB 2.0, and S/PDIF ports.
The Dangbei Neo mini projector has
dimensions of 7.87 x 6.18 x 3.94 inches. It is equipped with two 6W speakers
that provide a decent sound output enhanced with Dolby Audio. The projector
weighs 1.42kg and can be easily moved around. However, the projector lacks any
battery power which limits its versatility. The Dangbei Neo projector can be
purchased in the US for US$ 599.99. It will launch in Europe on May 16 and is
available in black or white color options.