Let me start by saying this little gadget blew my expectations out of the water. The Aubor Mini Projector is like carrying an entire movie theater in your backpack - and I'm not exaggerating. The first time I set it up in my bedroom (projecting onto the ceiling while lying down, because why not?), I was immediately impressed by how crisp the 1080P image looked even without complete darkness.
The Android TV 11.0 system is a game-changer. No more fiddling with external streaming sticks - I could directly access Netflix, YouTube, and Prime Video right out of the box. Though fair warning: some users report Disney+ compatibility issues, but personally I just screen mirror from my phone when needed.
What really surprised me was the brightness. At 10,000 LM, this projector holds its own even with some ambient light. I've used it for backyard movie nights where we started before sunset, and while it's definitely better in darker conditions, the image remained surprisingly visible.
The auto keystone correction works like magic - no more trapezoid-shaped images when placing it at an angle. And that 180° rotation feature? Genius for ceiling projections. The built-in speakers are decent for casual viewing, but connecting to my Bluetooth speaker transformed it into a proper home theater setup.
My only gripe? The focus is manual rather than automatic. It's not a deal-breaker (takes about 5 seconds to adjust), but would be nice to have that automated like some higher-end models.
For its size and price point, this projector delivers exceptional value. Whether you're camping, having friends over for movie night, or just want to binge-watch shows from your ceiling - it handles all scenarios with impressive versatility.