Amazon is selling a $400 short-throw projector for $190, and it's a show-stopping gift

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When it comes to gifts, it's always good to open up the small packages and work your way up to the big ones. Not only does it help build anticipation, but it also caps off the whole gift-opening session with a bang; otherwise, every other gift may seem less exciting by comparison. Of course, "big" is relative and doesn't always mean something in a large box or a large price tag, for that matter.

For instance, the $400 Isinbox 4K Short-Throw Projector is fairly small, as far as home theater tech goes, anyway. But it has the power to project bright screens up to 200 inches in size, indoors and outdoors. Better still, it's on sale at Amazon for just $190 — a discount of 53%.

Isinbox 4K Short-Throw Projector, $190 (was $400) at Amazon

Why do shoppers love it?

Spending less than $800 on a projector usually means that your device will come with quite a few compromises. Shoppers are consistently stunned by this little projector's performance, especially at its price point.

This little device is more powerful than many televisions, with HDR 10 and 4K support. There's no learning curve here; simply turn it on, point it at a screen or even a wall, and the device does the rest for you. With AI auto-adjustment, the picture will come in clear, without having to focus or fix the angle constantly. This alone may be worth the price of admission. 

Aside from looking super sleek, its design is also inspired. When it's not in use, its handle can be used to carry it from room to room, or even to the backyard. The handle flips down into a stand that allows you to angle the shutter out and upwards at the nearest wall. Shoppers love this projector and the theater-like experiences it provides.

"This outdoor projector is an absolute marvel," one shopper said. "The 4K resolution and 1,000 ANSI lumens deliver a stunningly bright and clear picture, even outdoors. With built-in apps, autofocus, and a dual-mode stand, it's incredibly user-friendly and versatile. The Dolby audio truly completes the immersive experience."

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Details to know

• Dimensions: 4.6 inches deep, 5.3 inches wide, and 7.6 inches high.
• Weight: 3 pounds.
• Brightness: 1,200 ANSI lumens.
• Max projection size: 200 inches.

Because it's a short-throw projector, you can get an 80-inch screen by projecting from only 6.4 feet away. Projecting 16 feet away nabs you a screen size of 200 feet, but the image quality will be best in the 100 to 120-inch screen size. 

While the device has an HDMI input to accommodate everything from laptops to gaming consoles, it also has a robust front end with plenty of popular streaming apps, including Netflix, Prime Video, and YouTube.

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If you truly want to wow this holiday, top it off with the Isinbox 4K Short-Throw Projector. This $400 home theater device is on sale for just $190 and makes a great gift for a loved one, the whole family, or even yourself.