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Nebula Mars

3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 106 ratings

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Special Feature Portable
Connectivity Technology wireless
Display resolution 1280x720P
Form Factor Portable

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3.7 out of 5 stars
3.7 out of 5
106 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the picture quality, sound quality and portability of the video projector. They mention that it projects clearly and brightly on many surfaces, and that the speakers are pretty good for its size. They are also happy with performance, design, and battery. That said, some complain about the connectivity and quality.

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42 customers mention35 positive7 negative

Customers like the picture quality of the video projector. They say the brightness and picture quality is quite good, amazing, and blown away by the clarity and brightness. They also mention that it projects clearly and brightly on many surfaces and the audio is sufficiently.

"...Brightness is ok, but don’t expect enough for bright days. Really great evening and indoor performance. Definitely designed for use on the go!..." Read more

"...Native resolution is the metric you should look at.4. Bright enough to be used even during day time (without direct sunlight)5...." Read more

"...Therefore, the title is somewhat misleading. 500 lumens is reasonably bright in a darkroom and still visible even in a lighted room; but should not..." Read more

"...Overall the picture quality is great. The sound it great. The unit is super-professionally put together, tested and "polished"...." Read more

33 customers mention29 positive4 negative

Customers like the sound quality of the video projector. They say the speakers are pretty good for its size, and it doesn't make a ton of noise. Some appreciate the portability and image size.

"...The solution: Amazon FireStick It is small, can be powered off the USB port, and works beautifully showing off, what the hardware is capable of...." Read more

"...5. Its build-in JBL speaker has decent sound quality, enough for movies, but not as good as high-end bluetooth speakers.6...." Read more

"...The speakers are pretty good for its size and I have no problem listening to any of the sounds and dialog without distortion...." Read more

"...The picture is clear and bright. The sound is very good from such a small form factor...." Read more

22 customers mention22 positive0 negative

Customers are impressed with the portability of the video projector. They say it's truly portable, easy to use, and relatively powerful for what it is. They also mention that the battery power makes it truly portable and that the speakers are fine for a portable unit. Some say that it'd be great for use on the go and that it is lightweight.

"...Getting a second, smaller screen for easy portability to replace the "poster board" screen solution...." Read more

"The Nebula Mars projector is fantastic portable projector for all occasion...." Read more

"Started off very impressive. The specs look great - portable projector, great speakers, Android, WiFi and built-in battery...." Read more

"...+ Picture quality seems excellent. Bright and clear+ It's light, small and has a very nice leather-style handle built in to carry it..." Read more

16 customers mention13 positive3 negative

Customers like the performance of the video projector. They mention that it works really nice, and is amazing when running properly. They also say that it's easy to operate and has good functions. Some say that the product works perfectly with the Nebula and that it can be used in a desolate environment. They like the quality of the picture and the Netflix app, and mention that the HDMI through it works well.

"...It is small, can be powered off the USB port, and works beautifully showing off, what the hardware is capable of. Worth the 40 bucks...." Read more

"...software from the perspective of operating the projector and it's functions is good. It's easy to change settings, adjust the look, etc...." Read more

"...This works perfectly with the Nebula! (you just have to be on the same wifi network)...." Read more

"...Side loading Plex works well. The preinstalled AirPin app, for iOS and Android screen mirroring, is years out of date...." Read more

15 customers mention15 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the design of the video projector. They mention it has a great concept, is well thought out, and has exemplary hardware. Some say the software is buggy and dated. Overall, most are happy with the product's design.

"...First the good: solid and elegant hardware design with decent performance. Brightness is ok, but don’t expect enough for bright days...." Read more

"...Very convenient and very impressive concept.2. It has Android operating system, which opens up tons of possibilities in terms of usage.3...." Read more

"...Very cool! I tested the battery and got 10 minutes shy of the three hour mark advertised which was great. Super quiet...." Read more

"...The sound it great. The unit is super-professionally put together, tested and "polished". No hesitations in recommending this" Read more

14 customers mention12 positive2 negative

Customers like the built-in battery of the video projector. They say it's enough for a whole feature length film, and has a backup battery. Some mention that an external speaker or power outlet is required.

"...The solution: Amazon FireStick It is small, can be powered off the USB port, and works beautifully showing off, what the hardware is capable of...." Read more

"...No installation, external speaker, or power outlet is required. Very convenient and very impressive concept.2...." Read more

"...It's built-in battery allows for 2 to 3 hours of play time which is more than sufficient for a single movie...." Read more

"...great - portable projector, great speakers, Android, WiFi and built-in battery...." Read more

48 customers mention28 positive20 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the video projector. Some mention it's very good and worth it if you desire a good quality mobile projector, while others say that the software is really not up to snuff, the onboard software is outdated, and the OS is rather old.

"...Here are my other impressions:First the good: solid and elegant hardware design with decent performance...." Read more

"...Hardware:This thing is incredible! I'm a huge fan of Apple products, one main reason is the quality of materials and build of their products...." Read more

"I really want to give 4 or 5 stars to this product but the software is buggy and product is not well tested which prevent it from reaching its..." Read more

"...Compact for a unit with good quality speakers and built in battery.Great build qualityGood menu systemCons..." Read more

19 customers mention5 positive14 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the connectivity of the video projector. They mention that it would not AirPlay at all, the Airplay screencast just stopped working, and it does not support true Airplay. Some customers also mention that the audio jack may not work and the Bluetooth connection fails.

"...3. It doesn't work with Amazon Prime Video Android app. Specifically it doesn't work with the video player in the app (I guess it's a Flash player)...." Read more

"...I tried the "Disney Anywhere" app and it would not AirPlay at all and errored out also blaming my device...." Read more

"...Costs $13 and allows wireless streaming to this and AppleTVs from Windows PCs. Nice.Minor things to know:*..." Read more

"...It does not support true Airplay, It will only display user created content and nothing more...." Read more

Terrific hardware and design, pre-alpha software dampens experience
5 Stars
Terrific hardware and design, pre-alpha software dampens experience
This is my second edit:I need to really point out at the beginning, how much FUN this projector is! Match it with a FireStick (Amazon has poured HUGE resources into their ecosystem and Alexa, but it's only 40 bucks) and you get one fantastic unit. You can dink with Nebula's evolving ecosystem side loading apps (I am a proud geek,) but Nebual is a "Babe in the Woods." Just grab it and head outside in the evening. A tripod and pull up screen (front or rear projection) help, but a wall will do. A perfect way to beat the heat in the pool or have some fun after dinner on the patio. Or take it to a party. I am getting a PS TV to stream my console. We will also hook it to my studio monitors for movie night in the living room.That sort of thing.There are indoor units for fixed installation at the same price that will beat some of the specs, but they are not portable and on battery. That's what the Mars is about!Here are my other impressions:First the good: solid and elegant hardware design with decent performance. Brightness is ok, but don’t expect enough for bright days. Really great evening and indoor performance. Definitely designed for use on the go! Definitely a keeper!What might be confusing: claims of 2000 or 3000 lumens output when the manual spec is 500 ANSI lumens. It turns out that other vendors claim the higher lumen count using different metrics. As their support told me, Nebula wants to cover both places.The included Android apps are still work in progress. I am trying to sort out streams with sub par quality and stuttering. I did find that the licensed AirPlay mirroring app is slated for an update and tested the beta. It works with iOS 11. But it does not handle DRM (iTunes movies.The solution: Amazon FireStick It is small, can be powered off the USB port, and works beautifully showing off, what the hardware is capable of. Worth the 40 bucks. Another 2 bucks for an AirPlay app and all is well.I upgraded to 4 stars, but would like to see more progress on the included firmware.Bonus request: an adapter to use external battery packs I now have for for charging my devices on the go. USB-C would be fine. Having a custom brick is so yesterday. And Anker is King in that biz.Suggestion: license the FireTV SW!Notes: changed to 4 out of 5 because of responsive customer support. They are very supportive and respond quickly. The AirPlay solution I use on FireStick - AirPlay/DLNA Receiver (PRO) - turns out to be the one bundled on the Mars! I got in touch with the author and he is releasing an update that works with iOS 11. He gave me a beta and I verified this on both the FireStick and Mars. However, it does not handle DRMed videos like iTunes movies. Positive movement there.We've already had several enjoyable evenings on the patio after dinner. Cannot wait to try it with a real screen arriving tomorrow. Also will test it for use for a movie night in the living room. Movies look better projected in the dark. Our 55 in LCD is nice, but does not feel the same.Attached a picture of the Mars with attached FireStick. Works well.Third edit:Another handy addition for the internal apps that require a mouse like Netflix is a little keyboard/mouse combo I had around for typing into consoles: FAVI M2 2.4GHz Wireless USB Mini Keyboard with Mouse Touchpad - USA Version (Warranty) - Black (FMKRFM2) This is confirmed working.Fourth edit: raised to 5 STARS for the terrific fun we are having with it around the deck and pool on these hot days. Movie nights floating in the pool & spa. Getting a second, smaller screen for easy portability to replace the "poster board" screen solution. Running it off batteries makes it so easy. And the FireStick totally bridges the software issues they will fix eventually.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2017
This is my second edit:
I need to really point out at the beginning, how much FUN this projector is! Match it with a FireStick (Amazon has poured HUGE resources into their ecosystem and Alexa, but it's only 40 bucks) and you get one fantastic unit. You can dink with Nebula's evolving ecosystem side loading apps (I am a proud geek,) but Nebual is a "Babe in the Woods." Just grab it and head outside in the evening. A tripod and pull up screen (front or rear projection) help, but a wall will do. A perfect way to beat the heat in the pool or have some fun after dinner on the patio. Or take it to a party. I am getting a PS TV to stream my console. We will also hook it to my studio monitors for movie night in the living room.

That sort of thing.

There are indoor units for fixed installation at the same price that will beat some of the specs, but they are not portable and on battery. That's what the Mars is about!

Here are my other impressions:

First the good: solid and elegant hardware design with decent performance. Brightness is ok, but don’t expect enough for bright days. Really great evening and indoor performance. Definitely designed for use on the go! Definitely a keeper!
What might be confusing: claims of 2000 or 3000 lumens output when the manual spec is 500 ANSI lumens. It turns out that other vendors claim the higher lumen count using different metrics. As their support told me, Nebula wants to cover both places.

The included Android apps are still work in progress. I am trying to sort out streams with sub par quality and stuttering. I did find that the licensed AirPlay mirroring app is slated for an update and tested the beta. It works with iOS 11. But it does not handle DRM (iTunes movies.

The solution: Amazon FireStick It is small, can be powered off the USB port, and works beautifully showing off, what the hardware is capable of. Worth the 40 bucks. Another 2 bucks for an AirPlay app and all is well.

I upgraded to 4 stars, but would like to see more progress on the included firmware.

Bonus request: an adapter to use external battery packs I now have for for charging my devices on the go. USB-C would be fine. Having a custom brick is so yesterday. And Anker is King in that biz.

Suggestion: license the FireTV SW!

Notes: changed to 4 out of 5 because of responsive customer support. They are very supportive and respond quickly. The AirPlay solution I use on FireStick - AirPlay/DLNA Receiver (PRO) - turns out to be the one bundled on the Mars! I got in touch with the author and he is releasing an update that works with iOS 11. He gave me a beta and I verified this on both the FireStick and Mars. However, it does not handle DRMed videos like iTunes movies. Positive movement there.

We've already had several enjoyable evenings on the patio after dinner. Cannot wait to try it with a real screen arriving tomorrow. Also will test it for use for a movie night in the living room. Movies look better projected in the dark. Our 55 in LCD is nice, but does not feel the same.

Attached a picture of the Mars with attached FireStick. Works well.

Third edit:
Another handy addition for the internal apps that require a mouse like Netflix is a little keyboard/mouse combo I had around for typing into consoles: 
FAVI M2 2.4GHz Wireless USB Mini Keyboard with Mouse Touchpad - USA Version (Warranty) - Black (FMKRFM2)  This is confirmed working.

Fourth edit: raised to 5 STARS for the terrific fun we are having with it around the deck and pool on these hot days. Movie nights floating in the pool & spa. Getting a second, smaller screen for easy portability to replace the "poster board" screen solution. Running it off batteries makes it so easy. And the FireStick totally bridges the software issues they will fix eventually.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific hardware and design, pre-alpha software dampens experience
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2017
This is my second edit:
I need to really point out at the beginning, how much FUN this projector is! Match it with a FireStick (Amazon has poured HUGE resources into their ecosystem and Alexa, but it's only 40 bucks) and you get one fantastic unit. You can dink with Nebula's evolving ecosystem side loading apps (I am a proud geek,) but Nebual is a "Babe in the Woods." Just grab it and head outside in the evening. A tripod and pull up screen (front or rear projection) help, but a wall will do. A perfect way to beat the heat in the pool or have some fun after dinner on the patio. Or take it to a party. I am getting a PS TV to stream my console. We will also hook it to my studio monitors for movie night in the living room.

That sort of thing.

There are indoor units for fixed installation at the same price that will beat some of the specs, but they are not portable and on battery. That's what the Mars is about!

Here are my other impressions:

First the good: solid and elegant hardware design with decent performance. Brightness is ok, but don’t expect enough for bright days. Really great evening and indoor performance. Definitely designed for use on the go! Definitely a keeper!
What might be confusing: claims of 2000 or 3000 lumens output when the manual spec is 500 ANSI lumens. It turns out that other vendors claim the higher lumen count using different metrics. As their support told me, Nebula wants to cover both places.

The included Android apps are still work in progress. I am trying to sort out streams with sub par quality and stuttering. I did find that the licensed AirPlay mirroring app is slated for an update and tested the beta. It works with iOS 11. But it does not handle DRM (iTunes movies.

The solution: Amazon FireStick It is small, can be powered off the USB port, and works beautifully showing off, what the hardware is capable of. Worth the 40 bucks. Another 2 bucks for an AirPlay app and all is well.

I upgraded to 4 stars, but would like to see more progress on the included firmware.

Bonus request: an adapter to use external battery packs I now have for for charging my devices on the go. USB-C would be fine. Having a custom brick is so yesterday. And Anker is King in that biz.

Suggestion: license the FireTV SW!

Notes: changed to 4 out of 5 because of responsive customer support. They are very supportive and respond quickly. The AirPlay solution I use on FireStick - AirPlay/DLNA Receiver (PRO) - turns out to be the one bundled on the Mars! I got in touch with the author and he is releasing an update that works with iOS 11. He gave me a beta and I verified this on both the FireStick and Mars. However, it does not handle DRMed videos like iTunes movies. Positive movement there.

We've already had several enjoyable evenings on the patio after dinner. Cannot wait to try it with a real screen arriving tomorrow. Also will test it for use for a movie night in the living room. Movies look better projected in the dark. Our 55 in LCD is nice, but does not feel the same.

Attached a picture of the Mars with attached FireStick. Works well.

Third edit:
Another handy addition for the internal apps that require a mouse like Netflix is a little keyboard/mouse combo I had around for typing into consoles: [[ASIN:B01M3S3U8J FAVI M2 2.4GHz Wireless USB Mini Keyboard with Mouse Touchpad - USA Version (Warranty) - Black (FMKRFM2)]] This is confirmed working.

Fourth edit: raised to 5 STARS for the terrific fun we are having with it around the deck and pool on these hot days. Movie nights floating in the pool & spa. Getting a second, smaller screen for easy portability to replace the "poster board" screen solution. Running it off batteries makes it so easy. And the FireStick totally bridges the software issues they will fix eventually.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2017
I really want to give 4 or 5 stars to this product but the software is buggy and product is not well tested which prevent it from reaching its hardware's full potential.

Pros:
1. Very easy to start with. Just power on the product and my living room is instantly transformed into a movie theater. No installation, external speaker, or power outlet is required. Very convenient and very impressive concept.
2. It has Android operating system, which opens up tons of possibilities in terms of usage.
3. Its resolution is the highest on the market. Don't be fooled by other products' "supported resolution". Native resolution is the metric you should look at.
4. Bright enough to be used even during day time (without direct sunlight)
5. Its build-in JBL speaker has decent sound quality, enough for movies, but not as good as high-end bluetooth speakers.
6. Supports external speakers via Bluetooth
7. Supports external keyboard and mouse (via the USB port)
8. Works with Western Digital My Cloud Android app. I have a Western Digital My Cloud hard drive, so I can steam movies from the hard drive to the screen. One problem about this app is that I need to use a mouse to click the button to sign in.
9. Plays videos on websites via the build-in browser.

Cons:
1. Wifi connection drops occasionally and I don't seem to find a pattern. I have to turn off wifi and turn it back on to gain connection. This defeats the purpose of having an Android operating system to some extent.
2. Wifi and bluetooth (for external speaker) can't work at the same time. You have to choose only one of them at a time. This problem happens on my cellphone (OnePlus X) as well, so I don't think it's a defect of the particular item I received but rather a design problem.
3. It doesn't work with Amazon Prime Video Android app. Specifically it doesn't work with the video player in the app (I guess it's a Flash player). It plays the video for a second and then paused. And often when that happens, Wifi connection also drops. Considering Amazon video is so popular and I am a Prime member, this prevents me from watching a lot of movies. I haven't tried Netflix app and not sure if it works.
4. It doesn't work with VLC Player. Works with MX Player.
5. It doesn't work with Google Play Store app. After installing the app via APK, I can't open the app. I also tried apkpure but can't load the list of apps. So the only way to install app on the projector is to download the APK onto a USB drive and plug it into the projector. This works but not convenient.

I wish the wifi problems can be resolved and software environment can be well tested. Then this would be a very powerful product.
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Scot Gibson
4.0 out of 5 stars Love it.
Reviewed in Canada on November 18, 2017
Great device met expectations exactly to the reviews. Only drawback is the software. As expected.
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