The N1S is an ultra-compact triple-laser projector that runs Google TV natively and is Netflix-certified.
900 ANSI lumens provide a bright picture, combined with vibrant colors and HDR-10 support.
All the JMGO N1 series projectors feature the same adjustable angle design and ultra-compact body.
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The only customization I could see was an included Live TV system on the home screen.
One big selling point of the N1S is the official Netflix certification, which few competitors can offer.
There are three key technical parts to this laser light source worth mentioning.
The N1S is an ultra-compact triple-laser projector that runs Google TV natively and is Netflix-certified. 900 ANSI lumens provide a bright picture, combined with vibrant colors and HDR-10 support. The adjustable stand with auto keystone and focus features make it as simple as pointing at a surface and powering on.
The sleep/wake button is situated on the front of the stand, with a subtle white glow when on.
At the back of the stand is a cavity to put your fingers through and easily carry it.
The only thing I dont like about the svelt design is the lack of lens protection.
The N1S is an ultra-compact triple-laser projector that runs Google TV natively and is Netflix-certified. 900 ANSI lumens provide a bright picture, combined with vibrant colors and HDR-10 support. The adjustable stand with auto keystone and focus features make it as simple as pointing at a surface and powering on.
Some portable projectors have a physical lens slider that doubles as a power button.
The N1S features what JMGO calls a gimbal."
The N1S remains perfectly stable regardless of where its pointedassuming a stable surface, that is.
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It can even detect objects like light switches and position the image away from them.
It’s a shame the HDMI port couldn’t have been integrated into the base, too.
This is very much a long-throw projector.
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If you want an enormous screen size, you should look at a UST (ultra-short-throw) models instead.
The test image is an alternating pixel arrangement of black and white.
If theres any difference to the native pixel arrangement, it shows up as this kind of distortion.
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Auto-keystone is an impressive technical accomplishment, but it should be used if you want the best image quality.
At least, when supported, it does.
From an external machine like a PS5, video worked well, too.
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However, I found certain very low bass frequencies would cause the case to buzz.
I also found a slight hiss when using external audio from my PS5.
The JMGO N1S is DTS and Dolby Audio certified, but you should set realistic expectations.
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Its about the same audio quality as youd get from a small, budget soundbar.
Should You Buy the JMGO N1S?
For the price, the JMGO N1S is an impressive compact projector with native Google TV and Netflix certification.
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However, that model offers a mere 230 ANSI lumens of brightness and runs the quirky Tizen OS.
It needs zero physical setup: just point it at the wall, and it works.
It’s bright, with superb HDR colors, but HD only.
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If that sounds like it suits your needs, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the JGMO N1S.
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