Samsung Freestyle - Brutally Honest Review - 1080p HDR LED Projector - Should you buy or Avoid?
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- Опубліковано 19 чер 2024
- Reviewing the #Samsung #Freestyle, which is a compact, short-throw LED DLP Projector. Featuring 1080p native resolution with HDR10, 550 lumens, 100,000:1 contrast ratio. The #Freestyle #Projector is running Samsung's Tizen OS with native access to all your fav streaming apps, like Netflix, UA-cam, Amazon Prime Video and lots more.
The Samsung Freestyle Projector also has many other smart features, like screen mirroring, Samsung Dex, access to SmartThings, video casting, AirPlay and Samsung TV Plus.
With a unique compact design and silent cooling fan, the Freestyle offers versatility, with Mini HDMI input so you can connect your fav game console and enjoy some big screen FHD gaming.
This is my full test and review with my honest pros and cons, find out if you should but this projector or give it a miss.
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Specs:
* LED DLP Projector
* Short Throw
* LED Lamp Life: 20,000
* Brightness: 550 Lumens
* Native 1920 x 1080 / HDR10 / HLG
* Contrast Ratio: 100,000:1
* Auto Focus / Keystone
* Max Optimal Screen 100”
* HDMI Input for Consoles etc.
* Tizen OS
* Amazon Alexa Built-in
* 5Ghz Wifi, BT 5.2, AirPlay 2
* 360 Degree Speaker 5W (Dolby Digital Plus)
* 30” - 100” - Projection Size
* 1m - 2.65M- Throw Distance
* 830g
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Chapters:
00:00 Crazy Intro
00:30 Inside the Box
01:10 Specifications
02:01 The Design
02:30 Internal Battery?
02:51 Fan Noise Test
03:15 Projection Size / Tizen OS
04:08 Main System Settings
08:29 System Apps
08:49 Samsung Health
09:16 Samsung TV Plus
10:55 Samsung Dex / Casting
11:49 iPhone Airplay
12:05 Android Mirroring
13:17 Remote Voice Test
14:08 UA-cam Streaming Test
14:34 Mr Lizard Test (Paused)
15:12 More UA-cam Trailers
16:18 Netflix / Prime / Disney Test
17:00 PS4 Gaming Test
18:09 UFC 4 (PS4)
18:27 Street Fighter V (Latency Test)
19:21 COD Black Ops III (PS4)
19:56 GTA V (PS4)
20:25 Unchartered 3 (PS4)
20:52 Conclusion: PROS
22:48 Conclusion: CONS
24:34 Projector Chart Ranking 2022
25:03 Bottomline!
#Samsung #Freestyle #LEDProjector #PortableProjector - Наука та технологія
Absolutely excellent review video. This is the most complete review video of this projector I have seen on UA-cam. Nice work.
I got mine free when I bought my samsung s23 ultra and I love it an amazing projector.
Dude, this is the most comprehensive review ever!😀
In fact, I agree with you! That's TRUE
Your welcome, thanks for watching.
@@ChigzTech all right dude 👍🏻✌🏻
It has an external battery now! Getting the 2nd gen soon. Awesome review! Thank you!
I remember seeing one last year but had lights on in a store near it but looks incredible and so great for a small space
Thanks for another great review!
Impressively thorough review! Great work!
what happens when the led lamp goes out ? how much is a new one ?
also, can you connect to it to a pc with a cable of some sort ?
It's 499 on sale now (429 if you got a voucher), I'm buying it right now guys. Thank you for the video!
For that price I want one too. Plz share link.
@@ChigzTech I got it for 459, plus a charger and a Samsung phone. Want me to link it?
@@notatwitteruser417 i got it free heheh i love coca cola
I got it for 420 usd 3 days ago. Waiting for it to be delivered
@@necbranduc I got it got a way better deal
If for some reason I was getting a portable projector (which I wouldn't cause I'd lose so much for the ability to run off battery) I would get the Freestyle because having Netflix and a swivel stand is in line with what I expect a portable projector to be. I don't expect a portable projector to have great brightness or image quality or even HDMI inputs because I realize that's a trade off of true portability. I love the design and ability to power Freestyle from almost anything. It gives me the choice to make it more bulky with a battery or not and I can decide whether I want the nice 1st party accessory or a 3rd party power bank. There's even an adapter to power the Freestyle with a lightbulb socket, which is a bit silly but super cool. Freestyle is a really fun idea and fun is what a portable projector should be. I have an XGIMI Horizon that I move around the house fairly regularly and I still opted for it over a truly portable battery-powered projector so a true portable projector should be moving around quite frequently to justify the portability benefits that come with the performance hit. Basically, I think portable projectors should be portable above all else and Freestyle does that with Netflix, swivel stand, small size, and battery options. A lawnmower isn't a very good blender but it isn't trying to be a blender. Similarly, the Freestyle isn't a great TV replacement but it's not trying to be! It's a portable projector with all kinds of neat abilities that a TV doesn't have. Being small and stylish, accepting different power supplies, having a swivel stand, and having Netflix are all major benefits that make for a great portable projector. Very few other portable projectors offer any of those things. I wouldn't really recommend that anyone get a portable projector with a built-in battery over an outlet-only all-in-one projector like the XGIMI Horizon, but if I had to have the ability to run on battery or I needed something super small that I can put in a backpack, I would get the Freestyle. I love me some XGIMI and my semi-portable Horizon is great but for true portability, flexibility, and fun, there's nothing on the market that's anything like the Freestyle.
Thanks for sharing
@@ChigzTech I use screen mirror with my apple devices, is that different than airplay? It works fine on my Samsung TV, this seems to run the same OS.
Cool story....😐
But does it have a swivel stand and Netflix?
Summarized with AI:
I'd go for the Freestyle if I needed a portable projector because it's got handy features like Netflix, a swivel stand, and flexible power options. It's not the best in image quality, but it nails being truly portable. Even though I like my XGIMI Horizon for home use, for something on-the-go, the Freestyle is my top pick.
very complete review, thanks for showing real use
nice review and useful information! I'm also very interested in XGIMI's portable projector Halo+. Can you do a review about that?
Will look into it. Thanks.
@@ChigzTech pls also review xiaomi compact projector and nexigo pj20 projector
you dont need to buy the original Battery Pack you can buy any 40 bucks powerbank as long as it supports 50/60 Watt PD USB C and there are many out there. Works fine for example with the Xiami MI 50W Powerbank. and prices have fallen to more realistic area of 5-600 - so where it ranks now in ur oppinion?
bro air play via iphones you need to tap screen mirroring on iphones to cast after enabling airplay settings in freestyle device
Hello, great review. I have a question. Can i watch 70-80” wide when i settle the Samsung Freestyle Projector 1,5 meters from the wall? Is it possible to scale more than %100? Thanks.
From what I know you should've updated the projector. The update wouldn't be available if the option wasn't lit up
Awesome review!!
Just bought mine today I’m excited to use it
Great review
The freestyle in my location is on promo and costs $520 currently with the battery pack included.
Is it a good deal?
First time I dont care about cons...gr8 review
Got one for 500EUR.
Just got mine from FB market place for $100 I'm happy with it at that price but for $899 I don't think I'd be.
Who the hell sells it for 100 bucks some crack head
Hey I have the projector and Netflix would not load/open so is that a problem that happens with u too? If so do you know how to fix it?
Worth every dollar ❤❤❤❤❤
Good review. I could of sworn when this was first announced that it was 4k? Or was that another Samsung short throw projector?
It's the Samsung Premiere that you're referring to, a PRICEY, but IMPRESSIVE projector!
@@jedstuhr but this one is also no native 4K, just pixel shift
😁😁😁👍👍👍❤️...like all the customization..but it's cons hurt it.
Thanks chigz...
Yes 👍 customisation and features are impressive. Shame about the cons.
@@ChigzTechany plans to review and rank the new freestyle 2nd gen?
which one would you prefer for the same price:
xiaomi projector 2 or freestyle?
I don’t know but somehow I don’t like xiaomi 😂😂😂😂 as android and tvs etc I prefer samsung
LG PF50KS vs samsung freestyle ? I want to watch some movies also during the day with 'some' light in the hose. In my country both have the same prices, Samsung 550 euro and LG around 600 - which one would you recommend ?
Hello, Thanks for the great review! I bought one for 30% off, and pretty happy about the quality during night time (that is when I have time to use it). The picture quality on Netflix is very good (or I had low expectations) but my only problem is the subtitle is a bit blurry. Is there a way the adjust the focus on that? The screen on the other part is great. I am projecting on white wall by the way. Thanks!
You could use it with a firestick, it's cheap and very fast and so the freestyle becomes fast
Hows the input lag with the Bluetooth audio connectivity??
Where did you buy the micro HDMI adapter from can’t find the correct one
WoW, when I first watched your video, I thought it was a TV!
AWESOME 👍💥👍
Price is not for me though!
I'll stick with my old TV and my Nvidia Shield 😉
Hey
Just a question, can you connect PS5 to the freestyle?Is it possible and working like with the PS4 or ?
Well since they have built in hdmi I guess you can probably
Great review, & yes it's over priced and laggy. Bad value item. Thank you !
tysonOS in general is a laggy mess
Can you recommend the type of screen for this type of projector. Thanks
can we connect any speaker with the projector for bigger sound?
I decided to break the bank and get one. It was this or the Galaxy tab S8 Ultra to replace my tab S7+... But this is a projector screen, and I've never had one myself. All my TVs are Samsung, and well, my phones are all Samsung devices xD it fits the family. Still trying to find a home for it in the house - wish the battery pack was available but it's not, so I may invest in a 3rd party power bank as long as it meets the input's specs.
It's a great device, but I just got it today so we will see in a month from now.
So what do you think about it? I have a chance to buy a refurbished one for $360
@@TheDanny I really do like it! It has very crisp quality, and looks beautiful even outside. Just wish the external power bank was available for it in the US. I still think it needs to be somewhere around the $450-$650 price range.
I just got mine for less than $400. Ordered a retractable screen to use outdoors at night. Hope it looks good 👍
@@alexpcrepairs That's great man! Make sure you use a microfiber cloth when cleaning the display lens.
My only question is- can u replace the light bulb ur self and how mutch does it cost
Hey Chigz, great review! Would you recommend it in 2023 if you can get it for around 300 Euros? I would use it as a little home cinema and for some single player video gaming.What do you think?
Can the HDR work via the HDMI? Can the series X/S or PS5 recognize it as HDR
I have the 2nd gen and i love the ease of setup and use. Image quality also pretty good.
Do you recommend it?
If you want something simple and easy to use and set up and IF it's on sale yes. If your a projector snob who only want the best no. I have samsung phone and tv so integrates easy with everything. I use in my backyard and office for movie nites with no issues.
Thanks for your review! It seems the biggest con you have with the projector is its laggy operating system. Have software updates fixed the problem? I've seen other videos of people flipping through the settings pretty quickly... For its price, brightness, sound, it seems like a pretty decent option. If Samsung has fixed the lagginess, I'd get it in a heart beat.
@basicallyhuman Nice! Thanks for the reply, great timing too. I just ordered one last night.
@basicallyhuman I used mine for hours last night without much fan noise. Especially with the sound of the movie playing, the fan was barely audible. Hope that helps.
Does it have the xcloud app?
Hi, does iptv Smarters still work on the tizon OS?
i have a question and i need you to help me folks!!
Im thiking to upgrade my racing sim and buy ..
A *Projector* or a *50"inch TV screen* ?
the games i play are Assetto corsa and Dirt rally etc..
what you believe is best option, projector or *TV* screen?
also i dont know if theres a impact from high MS or long cable , etc
Can you watch duringdaylight? Or any lights on?
Can you do a comparison between Nebula and Freestyle ?
My ps4 when connected causes the screen to flicker from normal screen to a black screen every 10 seconds roughly. Would you have any idea why?
Great review this looks really good but the price is on the high side for me.
Typical Samsung pricing. I just wish it had a better performance.
Richer sounds doing for £500 now
They are giving this for free when u buy fold 3 right now, 650 bucks with trade in. I'm tempted
@@MHasan-jo6bn £250 for a student like me lol
@@jack36afc18 £200 brand new holla me
I just picked up an open box Freestyle for £285! I guess £999 was a little bit optimistic of Samsung....
What is the name if the part I need to plug my ps4 into this?
so does it have bluetooth can you put in a usb c drive if you split it with the the power can i use sonos surround sound?
I found one for 399. debating if I should get it
Great Video, did you feel a delay in the gameplay
No noticeable delay or lag.
Is it available to plug in Xiaomi Mi Stick to this Samsung Freestyle?
Freestyle 2 or Xgimi Mogo 2 pro?
Which is better.
I want to buy a gift for my son's 20th birthday
Is the airplay still not working? Its been 7 months since
would the project be "worth" it at a price of $699 + the battery pack included??
I just got it for 450£+battery pack in the uk.
I just got it for free with the purchase of a Galaxy fold 3 on Samsung’s website.
@@M21assult Hate to break it to you my friend, but you didn't get it for free, that phone should have been $1,000.
Hi
It was great review
I have some questions could you please help me in answering below
1. Can we connect Bluetooth speaker - is there any delay ??
2. Can we connect Bluetooth headphones - like sony xm5 ,is there any delay??
3. Can we connect/cast from Samsung tablet or any device like apple devices ??
Will it have delay here as well??
Thank you 😊
Same question here about the speaker
Yes to all.
When we play the ps4 on the projector, is there any latency?
The best thing about this is that you get an old school iPod Shuffle as a remote
What???
Why is the top part of the screen off. That’s why I hate projectors sometimes I have one myself but it’s not auto adjust keystone but yours is higher on the right then goes down on the left. If it’s auto adjust why is it off
hi, I'm trying to connect my PS4 but I get a "check device power" message and I don't know how to fix it.
I connect it and the classic PS4 sound plays before entering the user but the image is not seen, can u help me?
Thank you for the most comprehensive review of this product on UA-cam… you are the best 🫡
Can you hook up sound bar to this?
Freestyle is more innovative in appearance and design, yet Halo+ pperforms better in terms of picture quality, sound quality and experience.
Did you project onto a screen or a regular wall?
Projected directly on cream coloured wall paper.
How is the gaming hub for the Xbox games ?
Perfect👏👏👏👏👏👏😍
This does not screen cat with pixel phone! What app to screen car with pixel phone?
Bro something is wrong here. I got mine but its not so bright as yours did you order it from samsung for reviewing or from another company you buy it?
This is the 550 lumen version (version 3 2022) maybe you have an older one
Can you add external audio?
Can you connect Amazon fire stick ?
How to install F1 Tv app on this Samsung system??
I payed $300 for mines can't wait for it to get here friday
Wow, thats good, where from?
@@ChigzTech I used my $300 credit From my pre order for my z fold 4.. Plus right now it's on sale on Samsung website for $600
What a fucking amazing video wow 👌
NP
What about device heating?
The reviews for the Samsung Freestyle projector are mixed. Some reviewers praise its portability, image quality, and built-in battery, while others criticize its high price, limited sound quality, and lack of certain features.
What power bank does this need to work?
What's this like in daylight?
You can hold down home button and make changes without leaving the app you have open fyi
The cons in my case its a bit slow but not like yours, the batery existes so its portable, the sound level well depends os the use at night is more then enough. The rest I agreed.
Rechargeable?
I found a deal for a brand new one for 450 euros and I have a fire stick to use with it. Would you say that makes it worth it?
I have used it for almost two years the first gen one. Bought it for like 1000 dollars. I would say look for another projector. Because the freestyle projection quality isn’t that great. And it’s not that bright even at night. And for the speaker. Saying it’s 360-degree speaker. I say it’s Absolutely Gimmick and BS sound quality is average at best don't expect high-quality surround sound from it. And then the auto keystone and autofocus aren’t that good either. It would always be a blurry projection unless you have to manually focus it.
Is it possible to deactivate automotion plus?
John Lewis UK doing a deal now £489 only battery pack included for free with £159 just ordered one also JL throwing in 5 years warranty
Finally
I wish it was brighter too, so hope that's something they're gonna fix.
Thank you so much for such an in debt review, which caused me to listen to your advice, and give this a miss 😊
Buy a TV instead so much expectation for a tiny machine with it's price point lol
Hello, I bought this freestyle for about half prize on black friday. Of course I saw thees bad revievs and I can return it to the shop if I want, but. Now it is dark and winter, no problems with sharpnes or coulors. Kids loves it and lays on floor and projekts to roof. All netflix, prime, cmore and localy streeming apps are ready on board, few isues to connect to wifi, after that no problem. Power cable is long, but it coud bee longer, and why that small usb and portabilyty without battery, why not bigger and moore stady power soket? Sound, normaly some 20-30, thats enough and kids are beside that projektor, no problems. Even whit lights on in this room, of course it coud bee brighter, but if I wants to see new on projektor with lights on, I see whats going on. That samsung acunt and double check in suks, First projektor for us, and I dont give it away.
Surprised this supports e-Arc, if you connect via hdmi to atmos enabled soundbar you'd then get atmos surround, usually projectors only support arc via hdmi, you have to spend thousands normally to get e-Arc, Samsung should make more of a big deal about this.
Yes your right, there are a lot of features to talk about. I could have went into more detail and video would have been 60min documentary. So instead I tried to show everything quickly. So those who are interested can see exactly what you get.
The dolby atmos on my sonos surrounds is amazing
Can you connect a wireless speaker to it
yes
Anker and XGIMI are really the two go-two brands for affordable and capable somewhat compact & casual projectors.
XGIMI is one of my fav compact projector manufacturers.
Freestyle is more innovative in appearance and design, yet XGIMI Halo+ performs better in terms of picture quality, sound quality, and experience.
I have the Anker nebula capsule but the interface is killing me. Somehow Netflix doesn't work anymore, it shows as the app isn't available on the nebula app. I like the projector but it's becoming very annoying to the point I'm thinking in getting the freestyle better.
@@CatalinaEnSa Can always attach a Google Chrome 4K. Did that for our two tvs in the house that do have smarttv functions, but its just nicer.
*My cheaper Bigasuo B-509 Beamer is way more bargain tech than this nice but overpriced Projector. Better connectivity options, same around 200 ANSI-Lumen, bit more fan noises (around 50 dB). But just 150€ on Amazon! Great usable picture on my 120" Screen. Samsung needs to make a far better version with another release of this promising concept. For the 1.000€ price league would rather buy a Xgimi Horizon (1080P) with 2.200 ANSI Lumen & scalable up to 300" Screen. 🤔 Anyways, nice overview of this sweet little thingy!*
I know your comment is 8months old but thanks for this. im not familiar at all with projector brands but will definitely check out the Bigasuo and Xgimi models
Thank you.
You're welcome!
Good 👍
For 300 euro is it good deal?
P.S. Chigz i found that exact model half of 1,000 $599 a good price i advise people to look items for low price than to pay for if youre not that satisfied Seasons Greetings God Bless !
I think it's overpriced for what you get I have one and I'll tell you I'm happy with it but not for how much i paid. The OS is SLOW AF, the remote control is way too sensitive for the center button and the ring, projectors half this price has a better brightness and better quality. The sound all depends I'd you have a small room or not if you have a big room I suggest to connect a Bluetooth speaker to it it actually sounds amazing. Honestly this was expected this is there first one I'm looking forward to them fixing and tweaking this to be an ultimate portable projector especially for that damn price
Is it possible to connect s speaker ?
@@dailychinese1396 yes through a cable and through Bluetooth
Hi all, is there any quality difference between CASTING and micro Hdmi?