I just moved to a new house, and I didn’t think about TV from the very beginning, but installed a 100-inch electric screen in the living room, and then combined it with a projector. Now I have a complete home theater at home. Some people may stand up and say that projector cannot be compared with LCD TV. I do not agree with that. Moreover, I used the money for a 60-inch LCD TV to build a home theater projector with a 100-inch screen.
So, in this article, we will talk about the new XGIMI MOVIN O3 Smart Projector. The main features of this projector are native 1080P resolution, high brightness, a built-in JBL audio system, support for auto-focus, auto obstacle avoidance, automatic screen alignment, and others. The design is also unique.
Next, I will briefly talk about the real experience of the XGIMI MOVIN O3 Smart Projector.
By the way, MOVIN is a sub-brand of XGIMI, so I will call a new projector XGIMI MOVIN O3. However, you will not find the XGIMI logo on the box, the projector or anywhere else.
Design
Most smart projectors have a square or a round design, while the shape is the same. However, the design of XGIMI MOVIN O3 is very beautiful. Its design concept comes from the Magellanic Cloud Galaxy.
The material is a sand-like particle paint and a fabric. In terms of color matching, it adopts the green of sage under the Mediterranean sun and the color of my sofa. You know, the projector looks very good on the coffee table in the living room.
The base of XGIMI MOVIN O3 has a streamlined design, and it seems that the projector is in the air from a distance. However, you should know that the base is very stable.
There is a lens on the front of the projector. XGIMI MOVIN O3 uses LCD imaging technology.
The new MOVIN projector has an enclosed optical design, so the internal components, such as the LCD screen, are protected against dust.
However, the projector still has an air input and output, so there is heat dissipation. It also makes the brightness of XGIMI MOVIN O3 higher than some other projectors.
You can also see a camera at the bottom of the front, which is mainly used for auto-focus, automatic keystone correction, automatic screen alignment, and automatic obstacle avoidance.
There is a large area of heat dissipation holes on the back of the projector.
It also comes with two built-in speakers of 8W. The sound quality is better than the other budget projectors.
The interfaces include an HDMI port, a power connector, and a USB port.
There is a power switch on the top of the projector.
The remote control has a minimalist design with 13 keys, which is relatively easy to understand and use.
The universal screw interface is at the bottom of the projector. In addition to being compatible with various tripods, it can also be installed on the ceiling.
Overall, the Mo XGIMI MOVIN O3 projector has a very stylish design, and I think it fits my home very well.
Specifications
As for the projector specifications, XGIMI MOVIN O3 has a brightness of 400ANSI lumens, a resolution of 1920 x 1080, and 4K video playback support. The throw ratio is 1.22:1.
XGIMI MOVIN O3 is equipped with an MTK MS848 processor, 3GB of RAM, and 16GB of storage.
In addition to automatic and manual keystone correction, it also supports automatic screen alignment and automatic obstacle avoidance.
There are many functions in the settings, most of which can be done automatically.
Content
In terms of content, XGIMI MOVIN O3 mainly collects the video content of Mango TV, including children, TV dramas, movies, variety shows, sports, and other categories, and will also give you a one-year film and television membership when you buy XGIMI MOVIN O3.
However, this is a Chinese streaming service, and not many people outside China will find it useful.
XGIMI MOVIN O3 also supports AI voice control. It is more convenient to ask about the weather or set an alarm clock.
Screen Size
I installed a 100-inch ordinary screen on the wall, which is similar to a white wall.
XGIMI MOVIN O3 projects a 100-inch screen at a distance of about 2.6 meters from the wall. If you have a larger wall in your home, you can project a larger screen onto it as well.
A 100-inch screen is equivalent to the size of four 50-inch TVs, and the projected screen is about 2.2 meters by 1.3 meters.
I feel much more comfortable lying on the sofa in the living room watching a movie on the projector than on a TV.
Resolution
Of course, some people may think that the physical resolution of 1080P is not as good as 4K, but, as long as you don’t watch it closely, you will not feel the graininess, and there is no problem with the clarity.
In addition to 1080P native resolution and HDR10 support, XGIMI MOVIN O3 has a MEMC motion compensation function. It is a very useful function when watching football games.
White Balance
I also found that the XGIMI MOVIN O3 projector has the best white balance that I have ever used. I have tried some projectors from other brands before, and the image will be cold or warm. The white balance of XGIMI MOVIN O3 is more natural. I feel that it is the same as the original picture, so the color looks more comfortable.
During The Day
Many people wonder if XGIMI MOVIN O3 can be used during the day. This picture I took this in the afternoon. The overall color saturation and contrast are slightly lower compared to the dark room. You will have a much better image when the curtains are closed.
However, I think few people will use the projector with windows open during the day.
Of course, if you want to achieve the best projection quality, you need to use XGIMI MOVIN O3 in a lightproof environment. The image of the new projector is not much different from that of LCD TVs. However, it is difficult for a modern LCD TV to reach 100 inches.
I must also say that the projector uses diffuse reflection, the same as other objects seen by our human eye. Therefore, compared to the direct light on traditional LCD TVs, smart projectors will not hurt your eyes. So, if there are children at home, it will be much healthier to watch the projector.
Gaming
If you have a Switch, PlayStation, and other game consoles at home, you can connect them to the XGIMI MOVIN O3 projector through the HDMI port.
I like very much to lie on the sofa and play 3A games like Uncharted on a big 100-inch screen.
Conclusion
In my opinion, smart projectors are significantly better than traditional LCD TVs.
A small XGIMI MOVIN O3 projector with a 100-inch screen can make you a home theater, not only suitable for watching shows and movies, but for gaming too.
The brightness and picture quality of XGIMI MOVIN O3 is beyond my expectations.
I believe that most people will abandon the traditional LCD TV when they try a modern projector like the XGIMI MOVIN O3.
