Pocket-lint Reviews the Aurzen EAZZE D1R air: A Portable Roku TV Projector Built for Simple Streaming

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Original Author: Saeed Wazir
This article is based on Pocket-lint’s review of the Aurzen EAZZE D1R air.

Pocket-lint recently reviewed the Aurzen EAZZE D1R air, highlighting its built-in Roku TV experience, portable design, and flexible big-screen entertainment. Below are key takeaways from the review.

Key Takeaways

• Pocket-lint reviewed the Aurzen EAZZE D1R Air as a portable Roku TV smart projector designed for simple streaming and flexible viewing.
• The review highlighted its built-in Roku TV experience, compact design, easy setup, and practical everyday entertainment value.
• The Aurzen EAZZE D1R air is designed for users who want a projector that works like a smart TV, without requiring an extra streaming stick.

I've tested various portable projectors over the last year, like the Yaber T1 Pro and Kodak LUMA 500, which blew me away with how many features they packed into compact sizes. They offer incredible versatility, and I love that they are equally capable for indoor gaming as they are for outdoor movie nights.

Aurzen's ZIP Tri-Fold Mini Projector impressed us with its futuristic design and pocket-friendly size, and I was eager to get my hands on the brand's latest EAZZE D1R air. It's the world's first portable Roku TV smart projector that promises a smooth interface and access to free streaming services. I spent a week testing it, and here's what I think.

Price, availability, and specs

Indoor or outdoor viewing

The EAZZE D1R air is a portable projector with an integrated gimbal stand. It has a minimalist all-white aesthetic, with an HDMI eARC, USB-A, 3.5mm audio, and an integrated power button hidden behind a protective rubber strap on the back. A pair of Dolby Audio-compatible 5W speakers is built into the base, which also houses the Figure-8 power port and threads for attaching a stand. You can use the USB-C port to run the projector from a phone charger or power bank.

Performance-wise, this projector offers a native 1080p resolution and 300 ANSI lumens of SGS-certified brightness. It has 1GB of RAM and 512GB of storage space for apps. The screen size ranges between 40 and 150 inches. Aurzen recommends 80 inches as the sweet spot, which requires a viewing distance of 7.26 ft.

Setting up the EAZZE D1R air was a breeze thanks to its compact 5.35 x 4.33 x 10.12-inch size and 42.3-ounce weight. After setting the 180-degree stand to my preferred viewing position, the autofocus and auto-keystone features took over and perfectly aligned and focused the screen without requiring user input.

The autofocus and auto-keystone features took over and perfectly aligned the screen without me doing anything.

Then it was as simple as connecting the projector to my Wi-Fi and setting up my Roku account. I downloaded Netflix, Spotify, and some free Roku apps, and I was ready to go. This projector uses a standard Roku remote control, which should be familiar to many users. I found it just as convenient to use the remote feature in the Roku mobile app.

The EAZZE D1R air goes on sale this week and retails for $240 on Amazon and the official Aurzen site. You can get it for $150 with the limited-time launch offer.

What I liked about the Aurzen EAZZE D1R Air

Great sound and image quality

The simplicity of the Aurzen EAZZE D1R air is its best feature. It works as a standalone device, and you can access hundreds of streaming services via the user-friendly interface. There are countless free apps to choose from, and you can watch movies, shows, and live news for free without any subscriptions. It's all about convenience and works like a Roku smart TV with added mobility benefits.

Portable projectors fall into a specific niche and cater to buyers who want a projector they can take anywhere. The Aurzen EAZZE D1R air impressed me with its all-in-one folding design, which is easy to store and carry anywhere. The little details matter, and I appreciated that it takes a second to get it into the perfect viewing angle and requires no manual calibration or configuration to focus it.

I think the EAZZE D1R air offers excellent visuals for its size. It's brighter than many similarly sized projectors I've tried, and all the content I watched was sharp and vivid, without any washed-out colors or graininess.

It's brighter than many similarly sized projectors I've tried, and all the content I watched was sharp and vivid, without any washed-out colors or graininess.

I watched movies and shows on the EAZZE D1R air, and it exceeded my expectations. The underwater scenes and sea creatures came to life, feeling natural and realistic in Our Oceans. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is known for its bright color palette, and the EAZZE D1R air showcased them in all their glory while keeping up with the fast-paced visuals. It also displayed the intricate details and metallic finish of the robots in Transformers: One. The performance was equally impressive in live-action movies and shows, like Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga and One Piece, and the frenetic action scenes were enhanced by the huge display.

The EAZZE D1R air offers decent gaming performance for casual players. I tested it with Horizon: Forbidden West while battling robotic beasts in the jungle and in the snow. It offered excellent color accuracy and contrast for every environment, with no motion blur. Injustice 2 is sometimes too dark for some projectors to handle well, but the EAZZE D1R air passed with flying colors in stages like The Joker's Playground. GTA V's graphics might be outdated, but roaming the streets of Los Santos is still more fun on a massive display compared to a TV.

I also have to give this projector credit for its audio capability. The pair of 5W speakers provides respectable sound considering its size and price. Most portable projectors have a single speaker, and the EAZZE D1R Air's dual setup offers a noticeable improvement with true stereo sound. To me, the vocals seemed clearer, and it reached a higher volume before distortion kicked in. It gets the job done for small to medium rooms, but you'll probably want to attach a soundbar or surround sound system for a cinematic experience.

What I didn't like about the Aurzen EAZZE D1R air

Permanent power connection required

Like with most portable projectors, the EAZZE D1R air's fan noise is noticeable. It's about as loud as a gaming laptop, and you can banish it by increasing the volume if it's bothering you. I usually prefer portable projectors with built-in batteries for camping trips and other outdoor adventures. The lack of a battery on the EAZZE D1R air is a minor gripe for me, but it probably won't be a deal-breaker for many buyers.

Should you buy the Aurzen EAZZE D1R air?

Depends on what you need

The EAZZE D1R air is a simple plug-and-play projector that you can get up and running in minutes. It also runs on the user-friendly Roku TV OS and provides access to thousands of free shows and movies.

For me, it was one of the brightest and loudest portable projectors I've tried, and it doesn't sacrifice much in the way of image and sound quality for its size. Retailing at $240 before the launch discount, the EAZZE D1R air sits in the middle of portable projector pricing. I think you get what you pay for, and it delivers an excellent all-around feature set for the price.

At the end of the day, EAZZE D1R air isn't meant to compete with the biggest and brightest home laser projectors. It's for buyers looking for big-screen visuals in a compact and affordable package. I think the EAZZE D1R air is an excellent choice in this category because of its Roku TV convenience, and it's worth considering despite its considerable fan noise and lack of a built-in battery.

FAQ

What is the Aurzen EAZZE D1R air?

The Aurzen EAZZE D1R air is a portable Roku TV smart projector with built-in Roku TV, designed for easy streaming and flexible big-screen viewing.

Does the EAZZE D1R air need an extra TV stick?

No. It comes with Roku TV built in, so users can access supported streaming apps directly without an extra streaming stick.

Who is the EAZZE D1R air best for?

It is suitable for users who want a simple, portable projector for streaming, bedroom viewing, living room entertainment, backyard movie nights, and travel.

Read the original review on Pocket-lint:
https://www.pocket-lint.com/aurzen-eazze-d1r-air-review/

About the Author

Saeed Wazir is a South Africa-based journalist with over 15 years of IT experience and a love for reading and writing. He joined Pocket-Lint after writing tech articles for Dot Esports and Screen Rant and now covers the latest laptops, tablets, and PCs. When he's not looking for the latest gadgets, he's relaxing on the beach or exploring open-world games.

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