Every technology in existence is meant to make life easier in some way – from how we work to how we stay entertained. These technologies have evolved to give us a way to create new experiences in a more convenient, accessible, and inspired way. Home projector systems have become exceedingly popular in the last few years as the technology improved and began to compete with regular TV setups – often providing better visuals and sound in more limited spaces. 

The Xming Episode One has been one of the top LCD projectors on the market since its release last year and has made several strides to become a top contender in the industry. In this blog article, we take a look at some of the main reviews of the Episode One and see how the compact and portable projector has fended for itself in the real world. 

Pushing Projection Boundaries: The Xming Episode One 

One of the most important elements for any projector technology is to create a viewing experience like no other. This means immersive visuals, spellbinding sound design, and convenient installation that makes your entertainment easier without compromising quality. Fortunately, the Episode One succeeds in every category to ensure that your home entertainment setup remains truly exceptional at all times.

Fantastic Visuals

The Episode One provides pristine clarity and visual performance with a native 1080P Full-HD resolution to capture every detail. Saeed Wazir from Pocket-lint gave a great review of the Episode One, saying that they were amazed at its “vibrant colors and overall picture quality, considering its diminutive size and affordable price.” They also went on to state that “watching movies on the massive 140-inch display feels like an event, and the twin speakers do justice to complete the experience.”

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Wazir also went on to test the Episode One’s capabilities with Alita: Battle Angel - famous for its fast-paced scenes and stunning effects – where he noted that the projector “offered sharp picture quality throughout and kept up with the racing scenes without a hint of lag or blur to spoil the experience.”

Even with Blue Eye Samurai and Gundam: Requiem for Vengeance - anime shows with unique color palettes - the Episode One replicated the visuals flawlessly. Wazir stated that its massive display “made the robot feel more remarkable because of the sense of scale and added more emotion to the epic ninja fights.”

The projector also boasts up to 150 CVIA Lumens for a brighter display and stunning vibrancy splashed across the customizable 40 to 120-inch screen –  for a theatre-like experience regardless of the room size.  

Gadget Crunch concluded in his review that the visual quality is really impressive for a projector at this price point. He also stated that the LCD delivers vibrant colors with minimal rainbowing or color banding - making it great for everything, from movies to sports.

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A 1500:1 contrast ratio and NTSC 38% color gamut also gives viewers richer dark tones and vividly bright whites while ensuring the sharpest details and best color accuracy, – making every visual experience a cinematic one.  

Sound Excellence 

Another area in which the Episode One thrives is its remarkable audio capabilities. Like most Formovie projectors, the Episode One comes decked out with Dolby-certified audio from two 3W speakers to bring you clear treble and deeper bass. One of the best features of the Episode One according to Projector Reviews is its unique sound system that they describe as being “loud enough to fill a small to medium space, with limited distortion at maximum levels.”

Gaming Prowess

Pocket-lint was also impressed with the Episode One's gaming performance – stating that the projector captured Horizon Forbidden West's “snowy mountains, lush jungles, and deserts in all their glory with vivid colors without feeling washed out or saturated.” He also went on to say that the fights felt as fast and fluid as his TV and that the giant display highlighted the machines' intricate details – further asserting that battles against superheroes and villains in Injustice 2 were just as intense and that the vast display offered fantastic immersion as it highlighted the subtle background effects.

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Gadget Crunch also complimented the Episode One’s gaming capabilities – saying that the projector delivers an impressive visual experience for gaming on a console with a solid 1080p resolution while the 4K upscaling capabilities make the picture even sharper. 

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Expanded Connectivity 

To stay entertained today, you need to stay connected. This is why the Xming Episode One comes fully integrated with both Google TV and Netflix. Now, you can seamlessly browse an extensive range of movies, shows, and more through an intuitive interface at your fingertips.  

The remarkable projector also comes with Wi-Fi 5 Dual-band 2.4/5GHz connectivity options and HDMI, USB, and AUX capabilities – allowing you to further connect your favorite devices and stream content from anywhere. The 2GB of RAM and 16GB of onboard memory also ensure that your projector can handle large applications and store your favorite apps. 

Tech Cave commented on the connectivity of the Episode One in their review as well, stating that the back of the projector features a user-friendly layout and that this connectivity means you can easily hook it up to your favorite streaming devices, laptops, or gaming consoles.

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Easy Entertainment 

When people think of projectors, they might think of complicated setups with complex installations that take way too long. However, the Xming Episode One provides a seamless setup with near-effortless operation. With its automatic adjustment and Easy Fit & Easy View technology, you can have the Episode One up and ready to go in seconds - simply plug it in and the projector will handle the rest.

Automatic screen alignment, focus, and omnidirectional keystone correction will do all the heavy lifting for you while the projector’s smart obstacle avoidance ensures that nothing gets in your way. Pocket-Lint mused in their review that “finding the perfect elevation and keystone can be challenging with some projectors, but the Episode One makes it easy with a detachable stand that screws onto the bottom of the projector, providing adjustable elevation and a firm base to rest on.”

Convenient and Compact

One of the main draws of the Episode One is its small size and portability. As long as there’s a power source nearby, you can enjoy projector entertainment anywhere you go. Pocket-Lint stated in their review that the grey utilitarian body of the Episode One feels “tough enough for outdoor use” and that the projector is small enough to take on picnics and camping trips and easily stored away when not in use.

In his review, Isa Marcial Global called the Episode One “ideal if you're looking for something easy to move around.” Isa further commented on the controller that comes with the projector, stating that it has a practical design and elevated convenience by using direct access buttons to streaming platforms such as YouTube and Netflix and a voice assistant feature. In conclusion, Isa noted that the Episode One is “an ideal mini projector if you're looking for an affordable home theater experience.”

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Even Projector Reviews warned that though Episode One is a small projector, you shouldn’t let its diminutive size fool you. They go on to state that the Xming Episode One “packs a powerful punch, offering impressive features and performance in an incredibly portable and user-friendly package.” 

Proven Projector Performance 

Overall, the Xming Episode One has had a showstopping year since its release and has certainly left a positive impression in the projector market. Looking to the future, Formovie is dedicated to creating equally and even more inspired projector technologies that will elevate your home entertainment experience without breaking your budget.