Customer Ratings & Reviews

Its good for watching movies 100% recommend it. And the clarity is good

It's amazing how far small LED projectors have come in just a few years. This Vankyo Leisure 3R projector is easy to use, plenty bright, ultra portable, and has a decent built-in speaker. Moreover, with Roku built into the unit, it is a self-contained entertainment machine that can get you set up enjoying video and audio on any flat surface, wall or ceiling! Of course, there are some trade-offs. The video maxes out at 720p resolution. You have to dial in focus manually using a large wheel on the part of the projector that wobbles when you touch it. The cord is only about 5 feet long; not enough to plug into a wall outlet halfway across the room. The Roku system is not super snappy and responsive. The speaker is fine for watching a TV show, but if you want a home theater experience, you're going to need an externally-amplified speaker or audio system. But, for the asking price, this projector is an incredible way to get a portable picture and sound in any dimly-lit room, at any time. It's the perfect projector for a small bedroom, teenage sleepover party, or basement gaming session. And for those who want to power it off grid on a camping trip or just a backyard movie night, it only draws 42 watts at full tilt, meaning you can enjoy it for hours with even a tiny backup battery (as long as your battery has a 110V AC outlet). It also offers a great deal of connectivity and customization. There's an HDMI eARC port, meaning you can connect to a compatible receiver and potentially send the signal of a half dozen devices seamlessly using a single HDMI cable to the projector. If you prefer, you can connect to a Bluetooth speaker or soundbar, adding great sound coming from the direction of the picture. Speaking of sound, the single speaker in the Leisure 3R is more than capable of reproducing dialogue, and offers a few EQ customization options that can increase the audibility of voices or music. When it comers to the picture, there is auto and manual keystoning (I find the manual necessary for all but the flattest vertical surface), and you can set the orientation of the unit to be mounted in front of or behind the screen, on a table or the ceiling. Finally, it can't be overstated how good it is to have Roku built in. As someone who has used a Roku device for more than 15 years, I appreciate the fact that I can log in to my account and easily set up all my apps. The remote provides an extra bit of familiarity and is every but as quality as any that comes with Roku device. I have an earlier Vankyo projector that came with only a few apps and no way to add others, requiring an external source to be really useful, so this is an incredibly welcome turn of events. All-in-all, I'm quite pleased with the Vankyo Leisure 3R, because I appreciate it for what it is: a low-cost way to get a good picture, decent sound, and the familiar Roku experience, in a single unit, anywhere I want it.

I have a larger projector that I use for pool parties, however I never thought of putting one in the spare bedroom for guests, given that’s the only room without a TV on the wall - let alone using a Roku-driven system … so I was excited to give this one a go! Good: Footprint Projector options App Store Bluetooth capabilities Meh: Brightness Roku OS Fan noise Heat removal Onboard speaker Bad: Streaming throughput capacity Proprietary power adapter Background / History: I used to have Roku on all of the TVs pre-covid, but those were replaced by Google and/or Apple OS devices - whether native or as an add-on and I hadn’t considered Roku in ages as an alternative. Before I got this delivered, I did look it up online - the projector seemed to come with a smaller screen to hang, but not in this case - maybe a Best Buy derivative that doesn’t have it? No biggie, no points taken away from it - as it’s meant to be portable - so how portable can it be if you NEED a screen? Observations: This device has a nice small footprint. During setup, I had it projecting on two different walls and different angles and distances. Wifi acquisition was quick and the first round of software updates hit without issue. In the end, I ended up 3D-printing one of the “power outlet shelves” to hold it off the floor and keep it out of the way, but I do wonder about long usage with the heat dissipation out the back and against the wall (see pic). Display (a few pics): I played with different distances from the wall, across the room and off to the side; the only time I didn’t like the throw, was when it was up close at the wall - the 3 foot minimum distance seems to be a bit low for a nice picture. I was able to adjust the keystone and get a decently squared off display the majority of the time but I noticed that the light throw won’t adjust so there’ll be some light off to the edges even if the keystone adjustments keep the screen elsewhere. A physical dial on the projector helps tune it to a good focus and I did find myself manipulating it each time I put it on a different wall. If you’re projecting on a screen from the rear, there’s a setting for that - and for projecting on the ceiling which I found pretty cool. Outside of the keystone and projection method, there’s distance zoom and brightness options that round out the projector features and combining them to best suit your room and projection area should be enough to give a nice sized projection. Sound: In other Roku devices, Bluetooth speakers were limited to a wired Roku branded soundbar but that’s not the case here. I was able to pair it to a Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II (that I also got from Best Buy) just like I would my phone - so easy. Natively, the on-board speaker isn’t that good but since they allow for external speakers and headphones, I can’t imagine they put much effort into it. Another type of sound related to the projector is the fan noise. While not intrusive, it’s definitely present, though the use of an external speaker definitely lessens the obviousness of the fan noise. Apps: I was able to install every App I needed to and had no issues with the interoperability. I did find that the projector was not good at handing 4K UHD rips using Plex. For example, I ripped my copy of Pulp Fiction and the projector was unable to play more than a few seconds before it needed to stop and buffer (added pic). Picture Quality: Here’s where I can’t really give much of a detailed review as ALL of my walls are textured and projecting against textured walls makes the picture look distorted, when I don’t think it is. When the room was brighter, the picture was more washed out, so this is meant for a darker room. Overall, this projector made a great addition to the house and the guest room; recommended!

I absolutely love this Vankyo Leisure 3R Air Smart Projector with Built-in Roku TV. What a terrific idea for bringing some inexpensive entertainment to the home or on anywhere there is power. This projector was so simple to setup. You will need to have a ROKU account and WiFi to use this projector and you can easily use the app. Simply place the included AAA batteries into the ROKU remote then plug in and turn on the projector. It will lead you step by step through the setup process. Once setup, I began to go through the ROKU screens and explore available settings. One setting you don't want to bypass, is the one for keystone correction settings. I didn't even know what this was, but once I began to make the adjustment (which I did manually, because the auto-correction did nothing I could see), it was just what was needed to bring much more clarity to the projector's cast. Prior to making this adjustment, the screen was showing a view that was smaller at the top and larger at the bottom. Using the keystone correction, I was able to square up the picture and that sharpened the video significantly. There is also a focus ring on the projector that is used for changing focus to your liking. I was also able to change the headphones/speaker settings to add my soundbar via bluetooth, and that gave me amazing sound to go with the incredible picture. Of course, the projector does have its own internal speaker, but while okay, it is not ideal for me. I use the ceiling as my screen and it turned out to be the perfect choice. I added the Netflix app and with that, I am able to see anything from Netflix wherever I take my projector. But there are already many apps ROKU has provided. I don't know if there is a memory limit for adding apps. If you have a subscription, you can stream almost anything. They also include many free streaming apps. And because it is ROKU, they offer their own programming and a bunch of other shows live that you may recognize. Nothing else is needed! Some specifications: The projector can flip 180 degrees so you can set the angle you want for comfy viewing. The picture is nice and bright with150 lumens. With its dual band WiFi, you are able to connect at either 2.4 or 5G, you don't have to separate the bands. With the 5.2 bluetooth, you can very easily connect to speakers, headphones, soundbars, etc. There are also ports at the back of the projector for USB-A and HDMI, making connections easy. They say the "viewable screen size" is 38" to 200". Of course the closer you are, the sharper the image is likely to be. 200" is only a bit over 16 feet. The projector itself is about 7" x 4" and weighs 2.5lbs. Easy to take anywhere. Overall, I find the Vankyo Leisure 3R Air Smart Projector with Built-in Roku TV to be an excellent source for family entertainment. It is great for staying home or wherever we may go. With the built in ROKU TV, it is self-contained. We just turn off the lights and get comfortable - lay on the sofa (if you get dibs), or on the floor - wherever you want, and then start the show! It is so much fun! I would very highly recommend this to anyone looking for an inexpensive entertainment source. Note: the website does show that an HDMI cable, carrying case and projector screen are included. These items are NOT included, at least not with my projector.

I love this TCL 75-inch S55LR Roku TV. The first thing that stands out is the size—and surprisingly, the weight. Seventy-five inches is huge, and I love it. When it was delivered, two guys brought it to my garage, so I assumed it must be really heavy. Wrong! This TV only weighs about 40 pounds. I was able to bring it into the house by myself, although the box was a little awkward because of how wide it is. I upgraded from an older 65-inch TV to this 75-inch smart TV, and the difference is huge when watching movies, sports, or just regular TV. The picture is sharp and clear, with good color and 4K quality that looks great for streaming. We use YouTube TV for regular television, and the picture right out of the box was amazing. I asked AI what settings might work best, and after making a few adjustments, the picture looked even better. I changed the picture mode to Movie, which made skin tones and surrounding images look more natural. I also adjusted the backlight so the colors wouldn't look washed out. Finally, I moved the sharpness setting to zero to avoid adding unnecessary processing to 4K content. After those adjustments, the picture looks amazing. One of my favorite things about this TV is how easy the Roku system is to use. I have other Roku TVs, so moving apps around the home screen is a breeze. I like to remove the apps I don't use so the ones I use most are right at the top of the home screen for easy access. Everything is simple to find, and switching between apps and live TV is straightforward. The menus are easy to navigate, which is something I really appreciate compared to some smart TVs that can feel overly complicated. It's also nice that Roku offers plenty of free channels, movies, news, and sports for people who don't pay for TV. Being a sports fanatic, it is totally awesome watching all my favorite sports on this gigantic screen. HDR helps provide good contrast and vivid picture quality, while the Motion Rate 240 with MEMC helps keep fast-moving action smooth and clear during sporting events and action movies. I had to look up how MEMC worked, and whatever genius created it deserves a raise. It creates additional frames to help motion appear smoother on the screen. It's way above my pay scale, but I definitely appreciate that someone came up with it for my TV-watching enjoyment! My kids are serious gamers, so they probably wouldn't use a TV this large for competitive FPS gaming, but I can't wait to hook up my Switch and play fun games like Mario Kart. Mario is going to be huge! The TV itself has a very clean design, with little to no bezel around the screen. The three HDMI ports on the back are easy to access for connecting peripherals. The main one I used was the HDMI eARC port to connect my soundbar. Connecting to my wireless home network was also very easy. The quick setup screens walk you through the process step by step. I also like having the option to connect through an Ethernet cable if the Wi-Fi in the house ever gets a little buggy. Another feature I like is Bluetooth personal audio. I can pair my headphones with the TV for private listening, which is great for late-night viewing without disturbing anyone else. Overall, I think this is a great TV for the price, especially if you're looking for a large screen without spending a fortune. It may not have all the premium features of a much more expensive TV, but for everyday watching, streaming, movies, and sports, it does everything I need. I'm very happy with my purchase and would recommend it to anyone looking for a big, easy-to-use smart TV.

The Vankyo Leisure 3R Air Smart Project with Built in Roku TV, is an affordable level of projector that can have good value for the case of basic need. Its specifications are as from the box: -Display Technology: LCD -Light Source: LED -Input Signals: 720i/720P/1080i/1080P -Aspect Ratio: 16:9 -Installation Type: Front/Rear/Ceiling -Speaker: 1*3W -Dimensions: 6.96 × 3.38 × 4.1 inches (176.8*86*104.36mm) -Net Weight: 1 lb (0.45kg) -Photo Format Supported: JPEG/PNG(4kx4k)/non-animated GIF(4kx4k) -Audio Format Supported: AAC(5.1)/MP3/WAV(PCM)/AIFF/FLAC/OGG/AC3 -Video Format Supported: MOV/MP4/MKV/AVI -Ports: HDMI 1.4 x 1/USB 2.0 x 1 -Mounting Screw: 1/4” (not included) -Smart Platform: Roku -Bluetooth: Supported *The brightness (white light output) may vary depending on usage conditions. Brightness measured according to ISO/IEC 21118. What's Included Projector, Roku TV Remote Control, Power Cable, Battery, Dust Cleaning Kit, Quick Start Guide. As the specification indicates, it is has base resolutions with handy connections for simple use case, connection to single external device with HDMI, USB, and 3.5 MM Audio port. However, it is remarkable the size and its weight and how easy to place in the bug and carry or change different places within home or outdoor. Then the supported screen size 38inch to 200inch. Now, stating it is not much different to the standard steps of other devices. Just plug, and turn on. The first screen is connection to the WifFi, then login with Roku Account. Once logged in, all the rest is as using streaming devices. In term of brightness and clarity, using it against the plain wall and with daylight inside home was ok, good enough for streaming and viewing experience for case of not focusing totally in the image but enough to see. What I wish it were better: 1. Charging Power Cable, use USB-C instead of four pin connection adaptor. 2. Device Size: a bit smaller for the type of usage intended, for mobility and movement. 3 Support USB-C port 4. Flip to both side, It move only in one direction. What I like most: 1. It support bluetooth 2. Easy to use and move

This is my first experience with any personal projector, so at first I had some reservations about it. The setup on this device couldn’t be easier. After default menus, connecting to our WiFi, and a software update, I was able to add just about every streaming app we have a subscription with little to minimal effort through QR or app codes. The included remote works well and is extremely responsive to button presses. Getting to the picture quality first, this is incredible for only being 720p. One thing to note is that this does NOT come with a screen or stands, so keep this in mind before purchase. If you keep it at the recommended 6.6 feet for 80”, you should have a clear, colorful picture as we did while watching A Minecraft Movie. The focus wheel is easy to use and isn’t too loose or tight, making picture adjustment easy. Another added benefit with this projector is that you can buy a tripod stand or attach it to any stand that accepts a 1/4”-8mm*1 screw, which is not included. The projector itself has a built-in speaker which sounds really good if that’s what you’d like to use but I prefer to use my Ultimate Ears Boom 3 for movies. Connecting a BlueTooth device is easy as can be and I had no issues connecting it. The remote’s volume buttons work well with adjusting the volume of both the internal and BlueTooth speakers. This device also has an HDMI and USB port, which I didn’t test during the review. I would assume that devices plugged into those ports will work just fine, especially HDMI. USB might vary depending on what you’re trying to plug in and if it’s supported. Primary use for me will be using streaming for watching movies outside. The projector includes a cleaning kit to keep your lense clean and free from dust, dirt, and debris. This is a nice bonus especially if you’re going to do outdoor movie nights at your house. Overall, I’m genuinely surprised by the quality of this projector for its price point. We plan on using this in the future for more movies outside during cooler late Summer/early Fall nights. As long as software updates don’t go away for a long time, I’ll continue to use this device without upgrading anytime soon.

The Vankyo Leisure 3R Air is one of the easiest home theater setups I’ve messed with. Right out of the box, the first thing you notice is how small and lightweight it is. It easily sits on a nightstand or small side table without taking over the room or feeling like a giant piece of clunky tech. I actually had mine on a clothes hamper just because it was the only thing near me but it worked! Setup took maybe five minutes. Because it has Roku TV built directly into it, you don’t have to deal with plugging in extra streaming sticks, running extra power cables, or juggling multiple remotes. Once it’s connected to Wi-Fi, you’re straight into your usual apps. I did find it weird that you have to put a payment information for Roku TV. I ended up shooting the image straight onto my plain bedroom wall. When I placed it closer, it gave a solid, sharp display, but moving the projector farther back really opened it up. The throw scaled up effortlessly, filling almost the entire wall from edge to edge between my dresser and the door frame while clearing the light switches below. What impressed me most was the picture quality on a bare wall in a dark room. Brighter scenes look punchy and clean, with crisp text and good color balance. But even when throwing on moody, dark, blue-lit scenes, it holds up way better than you'd expect for a budget projector. Instead of everything turning into a muddy black blob, you can still clearly pick out textures in jackets and rocky backgrounds. If you're looking for a simple, clutter free way to turn your bedroom into a mini theater without dropping hundreds of dollars, this little projector punches way above its price tag.

I would give the Vankyo 6 stars if possible. I am absolutely in love with this projector. I see this product as a mainly entertainment device with some work possibilities. Let's start by talking about it's size. It is about the size of a large energy drink but very light in the hands. In the back there is 3 connection ports, power, usb-a and hdmi. This means you can connect a gaming system, usb media stick or a computer to it and use it as a projector for any type of presentation. Keep in mind that this being a smaller unit with not the best lamp, it would not be ideal for a presentation for a large group. But in a smaller space which isn't super bright, it would do just fine. You are not going to get the sharpest image but for a projector this size, imo, it does an incredible job. I can watch movies and play games without any difficulty. Set up is like any Roku device, easy. As since there really isn't too many ports or buttons, operation is really easy to understand. The internal speaker was also a lot better than I expected. I think any normal room at normal level, it sounds perfectly fine. It can get raspy if volume gets too loud. Now don't expect stereo sounds but if that's what you want, the unit has bluetooth capabilities you can add a speaker to. The only gripe I have is not even gripes. The fan is a little loud but, really, that is to be expected. But the 1 thing I really wish Vankyo would change is maybe use a usb-c as a power source because the included power cable is way too short for me. I can see using this projector in so many different locations and with it's size and weight, you can just throw it in a bag and take it with you. Long road trips, camping, bedrooms or even hotel rooms. And at this price, it's really is a no brainer.

I got the Vankyo - Leisure 3R Air Smart Projector with Built-in Roku TV – White primarily for outdoor use. It seemed like it would be nice and portable due to its compact size. The unit has to be plugged into an electrical outlet to have power. The power cord is not very long (4’ 9 “) so if you want to use it outdoors, you will likely need to have an extension cord at the ready. Having a power cord is the case for most projectors though. Battery operated projectors are at least 2x the cost as well. For the best picture, you will need to invest in a projector screen and the darker the room, the better. I did test it on a beige wall to see the difference, and it was way better on the projector screen. The sound output is decent. Projectors in general have a limit to their volume since it would vibrate the picture too much if it was blasting. The Vankyo Leisure 3R can be connected to a Bluetooth speaker, so louder volume is not an issue. The built-in volume is fine, but if you're not very close to the projector I worry I would not hear it very well outside. If the lens gets dusty, lens cleaning supplies are provided in the box as well. Set up requires Wi-Fi connection, Roku login, and additional streaming services login if you have those accounts. My Amazon Prime and Disney+ connection went very quickly. Netflix did not connect from the QR code, so I had to sign in with my email and password. It was all fairly quick and simple. The picture is great and crisp and it gives a movie theater experience. My Bluetooth speaker has great bass, so I was completely engrossed in the movie I was watching.

This mini smart air projector is getting some miles since unboxing. My son (10 years old) has been using this is his bedroom and is really enjoying it. I have used other projectors in the past but this once is a tad different from what I'm familiar with. Firstly - Roku built in which is pretty cool. No need to add a streaming stick or anything in addition. This projector does how one HDMI input which can be used with consoles or other A/V devices. The clarity for this projector is decent, not 8k or anything like that by any means but for my son its perfect. The design of this is a but wishy washy in my opinion. The base is not very heavy so its easily tips over which is annoying, but then again this is for a kids room so some wear and tear is expected. It can be used with all of the air-cast apps too which is pretty nice. The sound on this is nothing to write home about either. Outside of the basic functionality it comes with a power cable, remote, batteries and some cleaning swabs for the screen. I don't expect this to have a long lifespan as its not designed to be top tier by any means. But, its good for what its being used for, and thats a kids room. All in all if you are looking for a very easy to use entry level (or lower) projector then I would recommend this one. It comes stock with Roku and does a pretty decent job projecting.

I wanted this to create ambiance in my room and to add scenes to our holiday and Halloween front yard set up by projecting imagines on the garage or windows. To be direct, I wasn’t expecting much from this little guy but it really delivers on its claims. The projected imagine is brighter than I thought it was going to be. Note: if the room is really bright thought it will wash out but a dim to darker room the imagine is really impressive for the size of the protector. I love how easy set up was and the functionality it’s simple. It has a nice easy slide wheel to focus the image. The build in apps make it really easy to get up and going. I use the YouTube app to play long ambient video. My spouse wanted a medieval castle window on our window shade (see pics) and I wanted to look out my window and watch a gorgeous beach scene with the waves crashing on a beach as we fell asleep and Vankyo delivered! The remote was easy to use and also very functional. I also really love the size and portability and tilting head of the the projector. Anywhere you want a screen or to project a video….boom you have it. We will use this for camping, back yard tv night on the deck or just fun video ambience where ever we want! This would also be great for kids play rooms. Just a fun, high quality, versatile entertainment device! I really love it!

This Roku projector is small, yet pretty impressive. It comes with a remote control (batteries included), a quick start guide, detachable power cord and cleaning cloth/q-tips. Setting it up is super easy as it is self contained. Just rotate the camera head 45°. This will work either ceiling mounted or tabletop mounted. Your choice to use the internal fairly loud speaker or connect your own via Bluetooth. Turn on the small power button that is just above the power cord and step through all the usual stuff, note that you will need to also set up Roku. There are two ports on the back, one an HDMI the other a USB, which I think to be impressive. The focus adjustment is on top via a wheel and keystone corrections are done in settings. Finally I was just messing around with it in the basement. I have it going onto a dark knotty pine wall, at a distance of aprx 20’ the wall length is 15’. It filled it completely (see pics) but ignore the renovation mess please. This is a nice option to have as portable entertainment or as your main home theater!

The VANKYO Leisure 3 is an affordable, entry-level projector designed for casual use. To set it up, place the projector on a stable surface facing a blank wall or screen, connect your media source using HDMI, USB, or microSD, plug in the power cable, and adjust the focus and keystone controls until the image is clear and level. Its compact size and low price are appealing, but expectations should be realistic when it comes to performance. I projected it against our light grey painted walls, and the image was good enough to justify the price point in my opinion and it was very watchable. Some of the Pros of this mini projector include: • Portability: Lightweight and easy to transport, making it suitable for quick presentations or sharing photos and videos in a small, controlled setting. • Connectivity: Includes one HDMI input, one USB port, a microSD/TF card slot, VGA, AV input, and audio out for connecting common media sources. The HDMI input is commonly listed as HDMI 1.4, while the USB port is intended for USB media playback rather than direct phone video output. • Built-in speaker: Includes an integrated speaker in the base for basic audio playback, which is convenient for quick setups without needing external speakers. It is not very loud and will not blow you away, but it works well in a pinch for decent sound in a quiet environment. • Included Roku TV remote: Comes with a Roku TV remote, adding convenience for basic playback and navigation during casual use. • Price: It’s cheap, and that’s honestly one of the biggest reasons to consider it if you just want to try out a projector without spending much. Some of the cons of this mini projector I found were: • Brightness: Peak brightness is very low (150 lumens), making the projector difficult to use in rooms with even modest ambient light. A very dark environment is needed for the best visibility. • Image quality: Contrast is limited, so darker scenes can look washed out and fine details may be hard to see. • Color accuracy: Color reproduction is not especially precise, so if you are seeking a more cinematic experience you will find the image quality lacking. Final Verdict The VANKYO Leisure 3 is best viewed as a starter projector for casual viewing, such as kids’ indoor movie nights, simple slideshows, or occasional use in a dark room. If you need a primary projector for movies or gaming, this model will likely disappoint because of its limited brightness, contrast, and resolution.

We have had a few projectors, but nothing like this! First, it went up in 5 minutes (we did have the stuff from our last one..shelf, to drop the projector past the ceiling fan) Second: You can ACTUALLY change the size and shape of the screen, without losing focus! Total salespoint for us, as screens can vary greatly in size. We can grab this, stick it on the putside table and watch on the house! (At night, obvi).

The projector is high quality and compact making it is to travel around with. The Roku built in makes watching movies and tv shows easy!

Out of date high price for not many options. Couldn't get it to connect to my phone

Quality blurry and it was leaning even after changing settings

The projector is so small! Very easy to pop in a backpack and travel with it. The power brick is very annoying, it’s a cheap giant brick with 2 prongs, so you can’t necessarily plug it into any outlet, you need an outlet with space for it to fit, which may or may not block surrounding outlets and it won’t plug in if other cables are plugged in. In other words, if you have a standard 2 device outlet, ONLY THIS device will fit. Have a surge protector? You’ll lose any outlets surrounding it, unless your surge protector has the spaced out one reserved for such a power brick. I had to use a 3rd surge protector since my others were full. That is / was very frustrating. Turning it on was also a frustrating experience! Since it’s out of focus, you need to move the manual focus wheel (not that big of a deal) but you can’t do anything about the keystone adjustments, so unless your projector and screen are straight across each other, you’ll be angled until you’ve finished the entire network/Roku setup. Network setup: There is no choice to avoid setting it up as a Roku device. WHY???? There is an HDMI input, I just want to use HDMI inputs (my IPad, phone, and laptop) but I have to sign away my privacy to Roku - JUST TO BE ABLE TO SELECT HDMI! Once you connect to the network, create/add Roku account, then the system will add the apps you told it during setup to add (HBO Max/Paramount, Tubi…). Once at the Home screen, you have to find the tile for your HDMI device, for me, it’s Tablet, which is 4 rows down!! 4??? Basically, it prioritizes apps over HDMI, which is fine for most people, but not for me! Keystone/Image correction: Once it’s setup, you can NOW fix how it looks. Home, Settings, Projector Settings. There is an “Start Auto-keystone” but that hasn’t actually worked for me and when I use it (while the projector is angle up at least) it makes it worse. Go into Image Correction and Manual Keystone to fix it properly, but annoyingly manually. However, if you’re like me and you do NOT want let Roku know everything you’re up to - here’s how to use it as an HDMI only device: 1. Go to network connect normally 2. Sign up for Roku - use a throwaway email if you can 3. Don’t add more apps, just keep skipping through it 4. Setup the HDMI and label it 5. Go to Settings, System, Power Settings, Power On and change from Home Screen to your HDMI device(whatever you labeled it) 6. Home, Settings, System, Advanced System Settings, select Network Connection Reset This will automatically reboot the device and then dump your right into HDMI mode (if you did step 5 properly). This allows you to skip the annoying Roku menu altogether and drop you right into whatever device you have connected via HDMI. It will no longer connect to your network and no longer report anything or give you ads. Please note that if there is a firmware update (there was one on initial setup), you won’t be able to update it until you reconnect to the network. That’s an important thing to remember! You’ll want to check firmware at least once a year. Now that’s all setup and I’ve corrected manual keystone - how does it look? Not too bad! Is it high quality? Absolutely not! Will it work with the lights on? I would NOT recommend it, I would keep the room as dark as possible. The darker, the clearer the picture is. In comparison, my other projector works very well with my lights on, but that’s also 3x the price/ & lumens of the Vankyo. What you get for this is entirely acceptable for the affordable price. Would I use this as a main source of TV? Absolutely not! What do I use it for? I like to put up local news and my patio camera - 2 things that do not require an incredible amount of detail, it’s just there to monitor. The speaker inside is impressive - I’m listening at a 29/100 level and it’s pretty good. 40 is already too loud for me, indoors at least. Pros: Very light weight and portable Can angle almost directly up w/HDMI plugged in Has a universal mounting pattern, so you can pop it on a tripod Speaker is surprisingly loud Can function with lowlight indoors There are a lot of available SmartTV apps, if you’re into letting Roku know everything you watch Cons: Auto Keystone doesn’t work well manual adjustments needed if you’re not pointing the projector directly ahead Requires internet for setup Requires a Roku account for setup Power brick is large and blocks other outlets Requires darkness for best viewing Although you can angle it straight up - you are unable to if you have an HDMI cable connected to it, which is disappointing This would make a good gift for a kid, because it doesn’t take up much space and can use a clear wall, and can have all the apps setup for kid versions or they can connect their phone to it for a bigger experience, and you can always take it away from them without lugging out a giant TV.

I travel occasionally to visit family overseas and always have difficulty showing my photo album and videos. Everybody just passes my phone around to see; it's quite tedious and fragmented. Interfacing with foreign devices often requires wires, cables and moving furniture. That's why I decided to try this portable projector from Vankyo. The Leisure 3R Air is a smart projector about the size of a pint of beer and includes a built-in speaker. I love the form factor where the base acts as a cover for the lens when tilted down. It has Roku TV built-in and includes most streaming apps already installed. Setup is a breeze, just plug it in and display it on a wall or screen. It has automatic keystone which adjusts for most of the concave/convex or offset picture that is always hassle when setting up a projector. The speaker is plenty powerful to fill the room with sound, though it doesn't have the best quality sound reproduction, and hardly any bass, but works sufficiently well. The lens has a manual focus adjustment, both full sized HDMI and USB inputs, and a proprietary power connector. The native 720P resolution produces a crisp image with minimal pixelation. It can be screwed into a tripod if no surfaces are available. There are some small issues I have with the unit that may just be due to its price point. There's no support for Android wireless streaming, only Apple. If you have an Android device, it can only be connected with Bluetooth for audio streaming, otherwise you will need a full size HDMI cable and adapter for USB-C. The included remote doesn't have backlighting, which I find a clear omission considering the projector is best viewed in a dark room due to the low 150 lumens output. Bluetooth audio streaming with a connected speaker works well and absolutely necessary if using for outdoor viewing. At 200" viewing size, the picture is washed out and faint, I wouldn't recommend anything over 100" for a vibrant image. A main feature is portability though there's no battery, it requires plugging in, meaning you're not taking this camping unless you bring a generator. Knowing its limitations, I'm confident it deserves 4 stars mainly because its ease of use, form factor, and Roku platform UI. Fun tidbit, this can be set to display wall art when not being used for entertainment.