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JMGO PicoPlay 1080P HD Portable Projector Review

The JMGO PicoPlay is an innovative, portable projector that stands out in the mini-projector market. It’s designed to be more than just a projector; it’s a 3-in-1 entertainment hub that combines a Full  1080P HD projector, a Bluetooth speaker, and a dynamic ambient light. The device is roughly the size of a travel mug, making it incredibly easy to carry in a backpack or even a large pocket and it is also a powerbank but needs a mains plug

Design and Portability

The PicoPlay’s most striking feature is its unique canister-like design with an 88° rotating gimbal and something I have not seen before. This clever design allows you to easily project images from a wall to the ceiling with minimal effort. It weighs just over 2 pounds, and while it doesn’t have a built-in battery, it can be powered by a 65W Type-C power bank (or an optional stand with a battery) for true portability. 

Picture Quality and Performance

For its small size, the PicoPlay delivers surprisingly good picture quality. It features a native 1080p Full HD resolution and a brightness of 400 ISO lumens (the PicoPlay+ model has 450 ISO lumens). While this is bright enough for well-lit rooms, it performs well in dim or dark environments, producing a sharp and colorful image up to around 50-60 diagonal inches. The projector also supports HDR10 and covers a wide color gamut (124% of Rec. 709), which helps make colors pop. The Flexismart system is a major highlight, offering automatic autofocus, keystone correction, and screen alignment, which simplifies the setup process to just a few seconds. The manual keystone correction feature is very fast compared to others here. The remote control has tactile clicky responsive buttons.

Smart Features and Usability

One of the PicoPlay’s biggest selling points is the integration of Google TV. This means you have access to a vast library of streaming apps like Netflix, YouTube, and Amazon Prime Video right out of the box, with dedicated shortcuts on the remote. The projector also features a special Vertical Play mode, which is optimized for content from platforms like TikTok and Instagram Reels, a unique feature for a projector in this category. Additionally, the device can be used as a standalone 8-watt Bluetooth speaker, with a dynamic ambient light mode that can sync with music, turning it into a party hub.

Check out the full hands on review below

Features to note.

  • Compact and Portable Design: Easy to carry around with a travel bag included
  • Smart Features: Built-in Google TV for seamless streaming.
  • User-Friendly: The Flexismart system makes setup incredibly fast and simple.
  • Versatility: Doubles as a powerful Bluetooth speaker and ambient light.
  • Good Picture for its Size: 1080p resolution and HDR10 support up to 200 inches and reviewed on 120 inch pull down screen.

 

Conclusion

The JMGO PicoPlay is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a versatile and highly portable entertainment device. It’s ideal for movie nights in a dark room, backyard parties, or as a secondary display for gaming or presentations. While the lack of a built-in battery is a drawback for a device marketed as portable, its other features, like the Google TV integration and the clever rotating gimbal, make it a strong contender in the mini-projector space. It’s best suited for casual users who prioritize ease of use and smart functionality over maximum brightness and premium features.

Features

  • 3-in-1 Entertainment Hub: PicoPlay integrates a mini projector, immersive Bluetooth speaker, and dynamic ambient light (Requires Optical Filter) to instantly set the mood for movies, parties, or chill sessions.
  • Power Your Adventures: Connect to a 65W Type-C power bank or JMGO battery tripod (sold separately) for up to 3 hours of video or 7 hours of music on the go.
  • Immersive Visual Feast: Enjoy stunning visuals with 400 ISO Lumens brightness (PicoPlay: 400, PicoPlay+:450), 90% DCI-P3 color, and crisp 1080P resolution—up to a massive 200 inches.
  • Free Angles, Easy Control: Featuring an innovative 88° Rotating Gimbal with high-precision multiple control options and instant App access
  • with customizable Action Button for seamless operation and effortless interaction.
  • No More Wait: FlexiSmart delivers real-time autofocus, auto keystone, screen alignment, and eye protection—so you’re ready to watch in seconds.
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Viltrox launches AF 56mm Ultra-large aperture F1.2 Pro E and XF (APS-C) lenses

Viltrox is pleased to announce the release of the AF 56mm F1.2 Pro E and XF (APS-C) lenses. The AF 56mm F1.2 Pro lenses’ professional grade optical design delivers astonishingly high resolution from center to edge, taking full advantage of the capabilities of higher-megapixel cameras. Even after extensive post-cropping or enlargement, the lens faithfully preserves image detail, with incredible sharpness and clarity. Ideal for expressive portraits, the F1.2 aperture creates stunning depth and dimensional layering for a mesmerizing artistic impact.

F1.2 Large Aperture: Subject highlighting and mastery of light

The F1.2 ultra-large aperture delivers impeccable bokeh, facilitating more layered images through a shallow depth of field, rendering dreamy background blur, and highlighting subjects clearly. There is a smooth transition between in-focus and out-of-focus areas. The large aperture’s greater light intake allows faster shutter speeds and lower ISO, delivering refined, detail-rich images in both low-light and well-lit environments.

Precision optical design delivers stunning results

The precisely engineered optical design of 13 elements in 8 groups achieves peak aberration control and onion ring bokeh control even at 1.2 aperture, delivering consistent sharpness and clarity right across the frame – this is aided by Viltrox’s advanced HD nano coating. The ultra-large precision aspherical lens works together with an ED (extra-low dispersion) lens that effectively corrects axial chromatic aberration, delivering crisp, color-fringe-free images. The 3 HR (High-refractive) elements strike the perfect balance of portability and optical excellence, making this lens a natural fit for compact APS-C camera systems.

HyperVCM motor for quiet high-speed focusing

Viltrox’s patented HyperVCM motor provides faster and more precise focusing, while reducing vibration for smooth, silent performance – ideal for quickly capturing shots, and for fast-moving subjects. The silent operation and minimal focus breathing ensure a smooth and professional feel for video.

Tough and durable for all environmental conditions

The lens features high-grade weather-sealed construction with a high-strength forged aluminum alloy body. The matte black finish and protective coatings resist scratches, wear and lens contamination, while rubber seals keep out dust, splashes, and moisture – ensuring reliable performance, even in challenging outdoor environments.

More details and how to buy

For more information, please visit:
Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro E: geni.us/56Pro_E_Viltrox
Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF: geni.us/56Pro_XF_Viltrox

Amazon US:
Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro E: geni.us/56Pro_E_AMZ_US
Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF: geni.us/56Pro_XF_AMZ_US

Amazon EU:
Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro E: geni.us/56Pro_E_AMZ_EU
Viltrox AF 56mm F1.2 Pro XF: geni.us/56Pro_XF_AMZ_EU

MSRP: $580 / €599 / £530

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JMGO PicoPlay Portable Projector First Look

Recently JMGO launched the PicoPlay Portable Projector and as huge projector fans and several in use at the office and in house we had to test this out. Projectors for me are a favourite over a TV and has been for years and this will not change, however the technology is changing in projectors too and becoming more popular. Check out a first look and stay tuned for a full hands on demo soon and not a stock image review with no context.

Designed for seamless usability, the PicoPlay series introduces a simplified control interface featuring an action button for app shortcuts and touch controls for fast navigation, even in the absence of a remote. The auto-keystone adjustment is powered by a gimbal-inspired design that auto-focuses and aligns the image as the projector is tilted or moved. This hands-free calibration ensures instant setup with no manual adjustment required and deliver high-definition 1080P projection using DLP technology, supported by 400–450 ISO lumens of brightness.

This enables sharp, vibrant visuals that significantly outperform conventional 100–200-lumen projectors. Integrated with official Google TV, the projectors offer access to over 10,000 apps and more than 700,000 movies and shows, with intuitive content recommendations and low-lag streaming performance.

Measuring just 85mm in diameter and weighing no more than 0.74kg, the PicoPlay series is engineered for portability. Both models are compatible with JMGO’s Power Bank Stand, a sleek, all-black accessory that functions as a projector stand and provides up to four hours of battery-powered runtime, making the projectors ideal for parties, outdoor events, or movie nights off the grid.

Features

  • 3-in-1 Entertainment Hub: PicoPlay integrates a mini projector, immersive Bluetooth speaker, and dynamic ambient light (Requires Optical Filter) to instantly set the mood for movies, parties, or chill sessions.
  • Power Your Adventures: Connect to a 65W Type-C power bank or JMGO battery tripod (sold separately) for up to 3 hours of video or 7 hours of music on the go.
  • Immersive Visual Feast: Enjoy stunning visuals with 400 ISO Lumens brightness (PicoPlay: 400, PicoPlay+:450), 90% DCI-P3 color, and crisp 1080P resolution—up to a massive 200 inches.
  • Free Angles, Easy Control: Featuring an innovative 88° Rotating Gimbal with high-precision multiple control options and instant App access
  • with customizable Action Button for seamless operation and effortless interaction.
  • No More Wait: FlexiSmart delivers real-time autofocus, auto keystone, screen alignment, and eye protection—so you’re ready to watch in seconds.

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Evolve IP (EMEA) Builds On ‘Pursuit of Excellence’ In ISO Certification Triumph

Global collaboration provider, Evolve IP has achieved a major information security management milestone, securing ISO certification within the EMEA region.

The company has just attained ISO 27001, described as an ‘apex of data security’ – and is promising even more to come.

Evolve IP works in partnership with many of the world’s biggest tech companies to provide highly scalable carrier-grade voice solutions. It boasts an international platform and specialises in securely integrating unified communications, collaboration tools, voice and omnichannel contact centre solutions into the cloud. The company’s EMEA Group headquarters are in Cardiff with operations also in Rotterdam, Holland. 

Alex van Rijs, Global Head of Security, Compliance, and Privacy for Evolve IP, commented on the certification as a ‘significant hallmark of trust and reliability’ which adds to the company’s already robust security framework. 

Evolve IP ISO Alex

“We are proud to announce our EMEA Group business has successfully navigated the stringent audit process for ISO 27001, laying the foundation for a future where official certification acts as a beacon of our dedication to securing customer data.

“Achieving ISO 27001 certification is a testament to our unwavering commitment to information security. It’s a rigorous standard that mandates precise controls and measures, fostering an Information Security Management System that operates at the zenith of industry excellence. It is both an assurance and a promise that data security is not merely a feature of our services – it is required.”

New vision

Evolve IP’s UCaaS platform and wider operations are planning to go even further according to van Rijs in its pursuit of industry excellence.

“We are also expanding our vision on adherence to compliance and best practices with the addition of SOC2. Known for its focus on security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy, SOC 2 compliance is not just another credential, it’s an operational mantra that permeates every layer of our service delivery.”

He added: “While ISO 27001 establishes our practices today, SOC 2 shapes our vision for tomorrow. This dual commitment to compliance is our way of reinforcing the trust our partners and clients, invest in us. We understand the criticality of their data and the services that empower their communications, which is why we are diligently enhancing our frameworks to align with SOC 2’s high standards.”

He concluded: “With the securing of ISO 27001 certification and the progressive stride towards SOC 2 compliance, we pledge to keep our customers ahead of the curve, securely supported by the highest benchmarks of service and reliability.

“We extend our gratitude for the trust of partners, as we journey through this evolving landscape of compliance and security. The conversations about what lies ahead are as exciting as they are pivotal, and we look forward to delivering on our continued commitment to excellence.”