Cosmos Laser 4K

This is the Anker NEBULA Cosmos Laser 4K Projector, one of the best compact projectors out there, and an item that would not disappoint you in any way. Below I share my review of this projector in detail. I already spent a week testing it and there is a lot to unpack.

Design:

The word 'compact' or 'portable' can be misleading for some. This projector's weight is 4.84kg. For many people this might seem a lot, but considering the performance and the form factor, I would say it is worth the hassle. First, this comes with a dedicated handle, one that allows you to carry it around just like an icebox. Second, it comes with dedicated speakers so you don't need to take your own. Therefore, I still believe it is quite portable despite the weight.

The form factor is interesting. It looks pretty premium in terms of colours, visual appearance, and design. I like the forward facing area with the projector lamp and sensors, an d I also like the sides with the well-designed speaker holes.

Functionalities:

This projector is not just robust in terms of performance, but equally very smart. It projects at 4K up to 60hz, it comes with Android TV built in, so you don't need to plug any other device, and it has amazing keystone and autofocus functionality which I find unbelievably useful. The autofocus button is pretty reachable and can be found on the Nebula Connect app as well. That means that if you move the projector around you can easily refocus the screen by pressing the button.

The projector projects from any angle. You don't want to place it in the middle facing the wall? Fine! The projected image can be easily adjusted from looking sideways to looking centre, all while the projector is on the side. This technology integration is simply amazing, and one that many people would appreciate.

Android TV is very easy and straightforward to set up. It took me minutes to log into my Google account and I was able to stream content shortly after. Of course you get a Play Store where you can download your apps. Netflix comes by default but Now TV isn't available for some reason.

Picture Quality:

The 4K promise is not an exaggeration. This projector projects an image as wide as 150 inches. This is insanely huge, and you won't understand how big that is until you try it. I was projecting at 90 inches and I already run out of wall area so I couldn't use the full 150 inches I can reach.

Image quality is almost like a flagship TV. The only difference is that black are more intense on a TV, and a bit pale on the projector. This is negligible though as the overall picture quality is breathtakingly stunning. If you don't compare this to a TV simultaneously, then you will be fully satisfied with the image quality.

2400 lumens laser projection is very, and I mean very, high in brightness. I tried this in dark, ambient and light conditions, and in all situations the brightness was satisfactory. Obviously the darker a room is the better but the same would apply to a TV as well.

The colours are quite accurate. The scope of image customisation is also appealing, and you can create a picture profile that suits you most.

Sound:

Dedicated speakers on a projector as capable as this one is an added bonus. You would expect the speakers to disappoint but they don't! I was really impressed, to the point where I didn't even think to connect my sound system. The speakers are Dolby Digital Plus compliant and in total account for 30W (2 of 10W speakers and 2 of the 5W speakers). Surround sound is decent, regardless of where you place the projector.

Ports:
This projector packs an auxiliary, an HDMI port, and a USB A port. I find this a bit limited in my opinion and it could have been better if there was an optical entry, a USB C, and HDMI 2.1 support.

Durability:
With 25000 hours lamp promise, this projector, in theory, would last for 41 years if you watch a movie every day. Quite stunning!

Storage:
I am really struggling with the storage of this projector. For a very top-range premium item like this I expected the carry case to be provided along with it. However, there was no case or bag.

What else you may need?
In addition to the carry bag, you may also need to get a tripod where you can place this projector and move it comfortably. Try to find a tripod that carries up to 6 kilograms for ease of mind.

I also attached a video and some images of the projector in use.

Cabt wait to play this

Happy with the purchase. I highly recommend

The projector is one the best units I've ever had, I have an old 1080p standard projector which I use for gaming upstairs and it's been good but had its flaws.

This unit works differently it uses laser projection to give the most clear image quality,it has android TV built in so that you can use various android apps and streaming apps like amazon prime or Netflix or in my case shudder.

It has auto screen detection ,and if you walk infront of the unit while it's on it will automatically dim the laser.

The unit has built in ambient light detection, auto screen positioning , auto focus
The unit has 2 inbuilt speakers which sound great ,it supports dolby audio and movies and games sound superb

The unit is chunky but not heavy to carry so it's easy to take wherever u need it

The unit has a 1/4 inch screw hole so it can be mounted to a tripod which is good for room positioning

The picture quality is superb, and with the support for hdr 10 it's amazing, my wife notices a rainbow effect however I don't see this.

Gaming I've used it on my xbox series x and the games look outstanding. Games that really look good are dying light 2 and forza horizon. There was no noticeable lag either which is great.

I also connected it to my desktop pc which I game on and watch most of my 4k movies on which are stored on my synolgy nasty drive and yet again perfect image quality perfect sound and most of all 60hz gaming is outstanding. This now has a permanent place In my bedroom as it removes the need to have a large tv mounted on my wall.

The price tag seems a little high for a projector however as the technology is so good you really have to invest in something future proof. You can buy a cheap projector for 100-200 pound but they have nowhere neat the clarity that this unit has.

My only bad point is that I cannot ceiling mount it but apart from that this is perfect all round

This is the first projector I have owned or used so I have no comparison to describe this device, from opening the box to the finished setup and use has been a very exciting experience, I have been using now for some days and I must say I am very impressed and we now use the projector for all our viewing.

The packaging is very nicely done, the projector itself is a premium build and looks the part solid and heavy unit with touch controls on the top and a nice big fat handle to carry around, it comes with a remote, instructions, power cable and Nebula streaming device, setup was very easy, the first time I used it I projected it on a white wall and placed projector about nine feet away and when it turned on it works out screen size and focus automatically as if by magic.

Follow on screen instructions connect to wireless and away you go, the image even on a wall was just amazing, it will work in daylight but in a darkened room its so much better a beautiful rich image, we now have a projector screen, it was a little harder setting the image to fit the screen but not to bad but once set its all good, the remote works quick and has voice control that works well also, so much more I could say and so much I might have missed but you get the idea I like it a lot.

Amazed with this unit its like bringing the cinema home.