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Roku Debuts First Smart Projector With Built-In Roku TV OS, the Aurzen D1R Cube

The compact 1080p model brings Roku’s full app ecosystem to a portable form factor at entry pricing, with modest brightness that favors dark-room viewing.

Overview

  • The D1R Cube is on sale now in the U.S., listed at $249.99 with a limited-time Amazon coupon dropping the price to about $180 through October 1.
  • It is the first projector to ship with Roku TV OS built in, offering thousands of apps, The Roku Channel and 500+ live TV channels without an external dongle.
  • Key specs include native 1080p output, a 40–150 inch image, roughly 330 ANSI lumens of brightness, dual 5W speakers with Dolby Audio, Apple AirPlay, HDMI, USB and 3.5 mm audio.
  • Setup features cover auto focus, auto keystone and a guided process, plus private listening via Bluetooth through the Roku mobile app.
  • Limitations noted in early coverage include no built-in battery and image washout in bright environments, making it better suited to dark rooms or nighttime outdoor use; it also pairs with Roku wireless speakers for audio upgrades.