Roku and Aurzen launch first Roku TV built-in projector D1R Cube

Roku and projector maker Aurzen have introduced the first consumer projector to ship with Roku TV operating system built in, the Aurzen Roku TV Smart Projector D1R Cube, now available for U.S. buyers. The compact 1080p device is on sale through Amazon and Aurzen’s website, with reported prices varying from about $180 with temporary discounts to a regular listing near $250, and some outlets describing the launch price as under $200.

Roku and Aurzen said the D1R Cube brings the company’s streaming interface, personalized home screen and access to The Roku Channel and thousands of apps directly to a portable projector. The product listing and company materials highlight integration with Roku’s ecosystem, including compatibility with Roku remotes, the Roku mobile app, wireless speakers, soundbars, and smart home devices that can surface on-screen notifications. The projector also supports Apple AirPlay, Bluetooth headphone mode and voice control through third-party assistants, according to the manufacturers.

On hardware, the D1R Cube projects a Full HD 1080p image between 40 inches and 150 inches, with a claimed brightness of 330 ANSI lumens and support for 4K input. It includes...