Amazon is selling a $570 smart projector for only $260, and reviewers say it 'beats a large TV' on movie nights
"Being able to just tell Google to find a movie is pretty handy."
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If you're planning a summer movie night, a fall horror marathon, or a sleepover, why not take the party outdoors under the stars? You can recreate some of the magic and wonder of the drive-in movie theater right in your own backyard, and your kids are sure to cherish the experience forever.
If you're looking to invest in an affordable high-def outdoor projector, Amazon is selling a $570 Sovboi S61Pro Smart Projector for just $260 right now, or 54% off the normal retail price.
Sovboi S61Pro Outdoor Smart Projector, $260 (was $570) at Amazon
This Sovbio projector comes with the Google TV platform built-in, so you can access all your favorite streaming apps with a quick, simple login code: Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, Prime Video, you name it. The OS also comes with Google Assistant integration, so you can use voice commands if you don't want to get up to grab the remote control. It's compatible with Google Cast, Android and iOS devices, Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity, Wi-Fi, HDMI, and USB. It's even equipped with a 3.5-millimeter audio jack. Sovboi offers a one-year replacement guarantee, a three-year repair warranty, and lifetime technical support.
In terms of image quality, the projector uses an LCD optical engine with HDR10+ color, native 1080p output, support for 4K input, and a variety of customizable picture settings. If you want to zoom in, adjust brightness and contrast, specify an aspect ratio, or play media from your own library of media files, you should be thrilled with the results here. You can play discs from a 4K UHD or 4K streaming media through it, but the output will be in standard 1080p high-definition, or what you might call "Blu-ray quality." But there's nothing wrong with a good Blu-ray.
"This projector has a really clean, modern look that fits right into my living room setup," wrote one reviewer. "I appreciate how compact it is; it doesn't take up a ton of space. And having the Google smart features built right in is a huge plus. Getting everything connected was super easy, and streaming from Netflix and YouTube is a breeze. Being able to just tell Google to find a movie is pretty handy, too. Enjoying movie nights on a big screen without a complicated setup beats a large TV in most circumstances."
If you're ready to transform your home theater experience or watch your favorite movie out back under the stars, save 54% on a Sovboi Smart Projector at Amazon.
