TCL C1

If you want a **portable projector** for bedroom movie nights, a small living room, or the occasional outdoor screening, the TCL C1 is built around convenience first. It combines **Google TV**, officially licensed Netflix, and automatic image correction so you can go from box to picture without stacking extra streaming sticks or fiddling with alignment. ## What makes it worth it The big win here is the smart software experience. Google TV gives you direct access to major streaming apps, and Notebookcheck notes the setup is quick and the automatic calibration grid helps square the image with very little effort. It also supports **native 1080p** with **4K input**, which is the right compromise for this price class: sharp enough for everyday viewing, even if it is not a true 4K projector. On top of that, the **285° rotating stand** makes ceiling, wall, and awkward-room placement much easier than on a fixed mini projector. ## Where it falls short Brightness is the obvious compromise. RTINGS calls it extremely dim and says the color gamut is narrow, so this is really a **dark-room projector**, not a daytime TV replacement. The built-in 8W speaker is handy, but it is still not the same as a proper soundbar. Buy it if you want a simple, portable streaming projector for dark rooms and easy setup. Skip it if you need punchy brightness for daylight viewing or want a sharper, more cinematic image at this price.

£259.99