Is the Capsule 3 Laser bright enough for daytime use?

No. It is built for dim or dark rooms. In daylight or with lights on, the image washes out; closing blinds makes a large difference.

Does it really run Netflix without a streaming stick?

Yes. It runs Google TV with Netflix certification, so you sign in and stream directly over Wi-Fi.

How long does the battery last?

About 2.7 hours per charge, enough for most films but not for a double feature. It also runs plugged in.

How big an image can it throw?

Up to 120 inches diagonally. Smaller images are brighter, so around 60 to 80 inches looks best in a dim room.

How does it compare with the LED Capsule 3?

The Laser model is brighter and sharper thanks to its laser light source, and it costs more. The LED version is dimmer but cheaper.

The projector, a stand, a remote and a power adapter. You supply Wi-Fi and your own streaming accounts.

Where is the Nebula Capsule 3 Laser (GTV) Black with Stand cheapest?

At Walmart, for $677.99, as of our latest check.

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Nebula Capsule 3 Laser (GTV) Black with Stand

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Our take on the Nebula Capsule 3 Laser (GTV) Black with Stand

The Nebula Capsule 3 Laser is a soda-can-sized portable projector from Anker's Nebula line, running Google TV with certified Netflix and a built-in battery rated for about 2.7 hours of playback. Its laser light source reaches a 1080p image up to 120 inches and is brighter and sharper than the LED-based Capsule 3 it sits above, with Dolby Digital sound from a single built-in speaker. It suits people who want a real streaming smart TV they can carry room to room or outdoors, and who accept that a battery projector this small cannot match a plug-in home projector in brightness.

Best forApartment and dorm movie nightsBackyard and camping viewingTravelers who want streaming built inCasual viewers who skip a soundbar

Pros

Laser light source gives a sharper, brighter 1080p image than LED pocket projectors
Google TV with certified Netflix and other apps, no streaming stick needed
Built-in battery rated at about 2.7 hours, enough for most films
Auto keystone and autofocus keep setup quick
Compact cylinder body with Dolby Digital sound built in
Wi-Fi streaming without cables

Cons

Not bright enough for a well-lit room; best in dim light
Battery falls short of longer films and sports
Single small speaker limits bass and stereo separation
1080p only, no 4K
Fan noise is audible in quiet scenes

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What reviewers say

Owners treat the Capsule 3 Laser as one of the better small battery projectors, praising its laser image, built-in Google TV and easy setup. Complaints center on brightness in daylight, battery life on longer content and modest built-in sound.

What people mention

Image qualityPraisedOwners say the laser engine gives a crisp, saturated 1080p picture that beats LED pocket projectors.
BrightnessCriticisedReviewers note it needs a dim room and looks washed out with lights on or near a window.
BatteryMixedThe roughly 2.7-hour rating covers most films but not double features or long sports broadcasts.
SetupPraisedAutofocus and auto keystone make placement quick, even at an angle.
SoundMixedThe Dolby Digital speaker is clear for dialogue but light on bass and stereo width.
NoiseCriticisedThe fan is audible during quiet scenes, more so in warm rooms.

About the Nebula Capsule 3 Laser (GTV) Black with Stand

The Nebula Capsule 3 Laser is a portable smart projector from Soundcore. It runs Google TV and is Netflix-certified, so streaming apps are built in.

It projects a display up to 120 inches and has Dolby Digital sound. The built-in battery runs for 2.7 hours, and Wi-Fi lets it connect to stream outdoors as well as indoors.

Brand: Soundcore
Color: Black
Operating system: Google TV
Display size: Up to 120 inches
Audio: Dolby Digital sound
Battery: Built-in, 2.7 hours
Certification: Netflix-certified
Connectivity: Wi-Fi

Specifications

color: BlackSource

Questions and answers

Is the Capsule 3 Laser bright enough for daytime use?: No. It is built for dim or dark rooms. In daylight or with lights on, the image washes out; closing blinds makes a large difference.
Does it really run Netflix without a streaming stick?: Yes. It runs Google TV with Netflix certification, so you sign in and stream directly over Wi-Fi.
How long does the battery last?: About 2.7 hours per charge, enough for most films but not for a double feature. It also runs plugged in.
How big an image can it throw?: Up to 120 inches diagonally. Smaller images are brighter, so around 60 to 80 inches looks best in a dim room.
How does it compare with the LED Capsule 3?: The Laser model is brighter and sharper thanks to its laser light source, and it costs more. The LED version is dimmer but cheaper.
What is in the box?: The projector, a stand, a remote and a power adapter. You supply Wi-Fi and your own streaming accounts.
Where is the Nebula Capsule 3 Laser (GTV) Black with Stand cheapest?: At Walmart, for $677.99, as of our latest check.