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Amazon is selling a $110 mini projector for $40 — get it now before the price goes up

Spring is just a few weeks away, bringing warmer weather and the return of outdoor movie nights. But why wait? Whether you're watching indoors, outdoors or anywhere in between, this miniature projector for the iPhone lets you enjoy your favorite flicks wherever you want. And right now, you can grab it for an unbelievable $40, thanks to this deal.

Why is this a good deal? 💰

Aside from the impressive discount (nearly 65% off), the Elephas is one of the most affordable options in its price range. Right now, it's marked down lower than even the budget-focused options. Miniature projectors typically start around $65 and go up from there. This is one of the lowest prices we've ever seen for this little gadget.

Why do I need this? 🤔

Being able to watch a movie wherever and whenever you like is a treat — and this projector is the real deal. Despite its small size, it uses an efficient cooling system that keeps fan noise to a minimum — so you can hear what's happening on the screen instead of an annoyingly loud whirring.

The screen size goes up to 200 inches. For reference, most movie theater screens are between 700 and 1,500 inches. Since you likely don't have a space that size to project onto, this nifty device can re-create the theater experience on a smaller scale. It works with your iPhone but is also compatible with a variety of other devices, including laptops, streaming sticks and even Blu-Ray players.

The built-in speakers are small but powerful (although you can extend the audio to an external system if you have one). Unlike many projectors, this one is bright and color-accurate enough that you'll get a viewing experience faithful to what the director intended.

What reviewers say 💬

Over 4,200 happy home moviegoers have given this mini projector a five-star rating.

Pros 👍

"I am really impressed with [this] mini projector, especially considering the affordable price. The value you get with this compact projector is incredible!" praised one five-star reviewer. "It's going to be perfect for our beach nights and camping trips. Despite its small size, the quality is excellent, and it easily projects a screen over 100 inches — a huge plus for outdoor movie nights!"

"I’ve had this set up on my deck under an easy-up with a waterproof cover over it for storage for three years! It stays outside all summer. I bring it inside when the easy-up cover gets taken off in really bad weather or in the winter, but we do use it in all seasons, including wintertime. It’s been a wonderful little projector," one watcher raved.

Another user commented on the ease of use. "This is the perfect little projector to take on the go. Its compact design and convenient carry case make it a great option for traveling, with quick setup and takedown. Used with my iPhone so I needed to purchase an extra cord, but [that] was referenced in the listing so the expectations were set. Streamed multiple apps from it so far with no real issues. Highly recommend!"

Cons 👎

Some otherwise pleased reviewers would prefer not to fuss with a cable.

One fan said, "This is a great small, portable projector. We bought this to watch movies outside and to take camping. Comes with a nice storage/carrying case. Great picture quality and brightness! Performs better than expected. The only downside is it doesn't have Bluetooth audio capabilities. Easily fixed by using an aux audio cable, though." (Note: If you prefer Bluetooth, this fancier Elephas is also on sale.)

"You have to have an iPhone HDMI adapter ... to view your photos and/or watch a video," cautioned one reviewer. "The good news is that they give you a free accessory. Bad news is you have to order and wait for it to arrive (takes a few days)."

If you have Amazon Prime, you’ll get free shipping, of course. Not yet a member? No problem. You can sign up for your free 30-day trial here. (And by the way, those without Prime still get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)

The reviews quoted above reflect the most recent versions at the time of publication.