Testseek.com have collected 41 expert reviews of the Epson MG-850HD and the average rating is 73%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Epson MG-850HD.
January 2012
(73%)
41 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(65%)
7 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
73010041
The editors liked
Bright
Colourful pictures
Convenient iPod playback
Easy to set up and use
Lots of connection options
* iOS device dock
Very good data and video image quality
Docks with and projects from your Apple mobile device
The MG850HD is an HDcapable projector with integrated speakers and a cradle for the iPod/iPhone/iPad
The docking cradle will charge your iDevice
And you can navigate your media via the projector remote. You can view purchased/rented video content from the iTunes store
As well as YouTube video
Dual USB ports allow for media playback via a computer or USB storage device
Two lamp modes all
Hideable dock. Sounds great even at ultra-loud volumes. Crystal-clear image. HDMI port.
Docks Apple devices and plays all the media within. Movies sound great and look even better. Simple controls on both the projector and its onscreen menus. Clever “coffee break” button pauses the video but turns the image white so you can find your way in
The editors didn't like
Blacks could be deeper
HD only 720p
Speakers too tinny for music
A bit noisy
Loud fan
* iTunes video must be fully loaded to iOS device
* Choppy video when mirrored from Mac over USB
Price when rated
$800
A little too heavy to be easily portable
Could use a VGA connector to use with computers that lack an HDMI port
The MG850HD does not have a 1080p resolution. It's a 720p projector
The projector doesn't have as many advanced picture adjustments as you get in a higherend model
It lacks RS232
IR ports
And a 12volt trigger
There are no lensshift controls
And zoom/focus are manual.
Expensive. Between air filters and lamp replacements it takes more maintenance than a TV. Position of iOS device on the back of the projector can be impractical.
IPad use requires a clunky plastic bracket. Remote doesn't work with apps like Netflix
And only some of its buttons are backlit. Some of the best thirdparty video apps aren't compatible
Abstract: Spoiler! The coffee cup button does not dispense coffee.The idea behind this class of projectors is that it's intended for temporary big-screen enjoyment. Many of the marketing photos show people using the 850HD outside, for example. If that's what you're...
Abstract: Equipped with an iPad, iPhone, and iPod dock that pops out of the back of the housing, Epson's MegaPlex MG-850HD Digital Projector + Speaker Combo ($800) is very different from most of the video projector and speaker systems targeted specifically at i...
Published: 2012-04-20, Author: Steven , review by: tuaw.com
Abstract: When it comes to giving presentations, teaching classes, or even watching videos or photos in a group environment, there's still nothing to replace the traditional PC projector. Sure, there are little pico-projectors out now, but they lack the sheer power...
At just over $600 now (it is listed at $799), this is an inexpensive 720P 2800 Lumen projector, even though it is on the high-end of devices you will find today. Nevertheless, when you add the excellent speakers, the significant portability, and the iOS d...
Docks Apple devices and plays all the media within. Movies sound great and look even better. Simple controls on both the projector and its onscreen menus. Clever “coffee break” button pauses the video but turns the image white so you can find your way in
iPad use requires a clunky plastic bracket. Remote doesn't work with apps like Netflix, and only some of its buttons are backlit. Some of the best thirdparty video apps aren't compatible
The MG850HD is an HDcapable projector with integrated speakers and a cradle for the iPod/iPhone/iPad, The docking cradle will charge your iDevice, and you can navigate your media via the projector remote. You can view purchased/rented video content from the iTunes store, as well as YouTube video, Dual USB ports allow for media playback via a computer or USB storage device, Two lamp modes all
The MG850HD does not have a 1080p resolution. It's a 720p projector, The projector doesn't have as many advanced picture adjustments as you get in a higherend model, It lacks RS232, IR ports, and a 12volt trigger, There are no lensshift controls, and zoom/focus are manual.
A 100-inch HD display for $799? That's essentially what the MegaPlex MG-850HD brings to your table, along with the ability to easily watch and listen to entertainment content from your iDevice and other mobile devices. Granted, you don't get a 1080p re...
Hideable dock. Sounds great even at ultra-loud volumes. Crystal-clear image. HDMI port.
Expensive. Between air filters and lamp replacements it takes more maintenance than a TV. Position of iOS device on the back of the projector can be impractical.
The MegaPlex is as much a lifestyle commitment as it is a brag-worthy cinema setup. You’re not just buying into a projector, but a screen to project onto, a seating arrangement that won’t block the display, and blackout curtains if you plan to watch ...
The Epson Megaplex MG-850HD should find its way into a lot of families. The MG-850HD has the traditional Epson good color balance in any mode and its brightness enables it to be used successfully in almost any lighting condition. It's also compact, ligh...
