TCL's twistable PlayCube projector runs Google TV, costs $800
TCL has announced the PlayCube, a portable projector that looks and twists like a Rubik's Cube.
First teased at CES and IFA 2025, it projects crisp 1080p images from 30 to 150-inch and runs Google TV, so your favorite streaming apps are built right in.
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth make connecting super easy.
Battery lasts about 3 hours on a charge
The PlayCube shines with 750 ISO lumens thanks to its OSRAM LED setup.
It packs a 5W Dolby speaker (with headphone jack and Bluetooth), plus HDMI and USB ports for extra flexibility.
The battery lasts about three hours on a charge, with an extra hour after just half an hour of fast charging.
It's compact too—about the size of a chunky cube (149.8 x 96.6 x 96.6mm) and weighs only 1.3kg.
Definitely worth considering if portability matters more than max brightness
If you want something fun, flexible, and portable for movie nights or gaming sessions, the PlayCube stands out—its twistable design lets you adjust projection angles easily, which isn't common in this price range.
At €799 (around $800), it's way more affordable than high-end rivals like XGIMI's Horizon 20 ($1,700).
Available in Europe, North America, and Japan from late September 2025—definitely worth considering if portability matters more than max brightness!