Tired of compulsively watching your favorite Netflix show on your old TV? Now you can give him the movie theater treatment he deserves with the Anker Nebula Capsule II. The miniature projector is now at the lowest price we've seen since December at $ 449.99.
Anker Nebula Capsule II ($ 449.99, originally $ 579.99; amazon.com)
The small projector is about the size of a soda can, but can project images up to 100 inches in 720p quality. Just make sure you have a flat surface in a dark environment to get the most out of the Capsule II image.
Capsule II runs Android TV 9.0, which means that the apps and services are integrated directly into the projector, so you don't have to worry about plugging in a Roku or Fire TV Stick. Just connect it to your Wi-Fi network and use the companion app on your phone as a remote control to stream shows from Hulu, YouTube or Twitch.
You can even use the projector as a Chromecast device to stream video or music from your phone. Or use the HDMI port on the Capsule II to connect another streaming device if you prefer.
You will want to have some kind of plug wherever you end up putting the Capsule II, since the battery life is 2.5 hours, enough to pass a movie, but not much more. You can use the built-in Bluetooth connectivity to stream audio to a nearby Bluetooth speaker for better sound, or use the built-in speaker. And the Nebula Capsule II has physical buttons that can be used to control the volume and use the Android TV interface.
Anker estimates a lamp life of 30,000 hours, so even the most dedicated compulsive observer will be able to use this projector for years to come. If you are interested, take advantage of the offer because it will only be available until May 3.
Note: The above prices reflect the price at the time of article posting.