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== Timeline ==
0:00 Introduction
0:54 Hardware Tour
2:19 Included Accessories
3:17 English UI Guide
3:35 Portability with Power Bank
4:05 Intelligent Screen Alignment
4:23 Projection Sizes - 80" Daylight Usage
5:03 130" Dark Room
5:43 Colour gamut, Contrast Ratio & Uniformity
6:14 Image & Colours Quality
7:06 Text & Corner Sharpness
7:44 Media Player, Speakers & Fan Noise
9:26 4K HDR & Refresh Rates (HDMI)
9:40 Video Smoothness - 24Hz, 50Hz & 60Hz
10:01 MEMC
10:22 Android 9.0 OS
11:03 Launch Board Shortcut
11:55 Settings - English UI
12:33 Image Mode
13:43 Sound - Dolby Audio & DTS-HD
13:59 KZbin - 4K@60 HDR AV1
14:18 4K HDR10
14:36 Miracast
14:56 WiFi Performance
15:13 Game Mode (HDMI)
15:33 HDMI Input Lag @ 35ms
15:45 VRR & ALLM
16:02 Games Demo
18:34 Conclusion
Excellent casual gaming with input lag as low as 35ms in game mode. In addition, both VRR and ALLM are supported on PS5. Enjoy your favourite movie anyplace, anytime with external power bank. Intelligent screen alignment supports uninterrupted auto keystone, focus and so on. And MEMC is supported for even smoother video playback. Lastly, it comes with Android 9.0 OS and powerful processor...
Formovie S5 In-Depth Review @ www.jayceooi.com/formovie-s5-...

[@jayceooi]

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[@fabricioyaringanopizarro3917]

Hi, Just one quedtion: are you using an ALR panel?

[@jayceooi]

@@fabricioyaringanopizarro3917 For reviews, no. Personally, yes.

[@ericrussell7219]

Hi love you're reviews! If this was powered by a power bank would you be able to use the usb port on the projector as a power source for a dongle at the same time? Thanks

[@jayceooi]

@@ericrussell7219 Sure. As long as your TV stick can be powered by USB port, it will work.

[@ericrussell7219]

@@jayceooi Thank your time and thank you for replying to me. Another question- The S5 uses around 45 watts power and can be used via a portable power bank, I have found most little power banks cannot output 40watt? Do you recommend any?

[@ryszardszuwerski6970]

It actually makes total sense to use it for portable powerpoint presentations, what a great device!

[@Seubastiao01]

Congratulações pelo sucesso. Sou um entusiasta do seu trabalho. Parabéns!

[@jayceooi]

Thank you!

[@blackhorseteck8381]

Have one myself with a V10 from Formovie too. Great projector, small, powerful, silent (pricey too but that's to be expected).if you can get it on sale don't hesitate for an easy to carry projection (if you travel a lot for business for example).

[@NothingProjector]

Exceptional video!! I'm constantly in awe of the high-quality videos produced by Jayce. Keep up the amazing work😀🤟

[@jayceooi]

Thank you! Will do!

[@ZaakWyude1]

No game mode after update ? how to return to old version ?

[@viniviniciusalves]

I'm from Brazil and i really love your reviews 😊

[@jayceooi]

Glad to know that!

[@nobredoug]

Me too. I bought my S5 3 days ago, waiting for it to arrive.

[@JuliusSobrino]

Excellent review!!!

[@jayceooi]

Glad you liked it!

[@LLyra-vp1od]

Hello friend! Congratulations on your excellent videos! I had a doubt! What is the distance and size of the screen where you test the pixels that appear at 7:22 of the video?

[@jayceooi]

Thanks. 60".

[@elcioliveira9027]

Jayce excellent video as always, best international review in my humble opinion. Thinking of bringing some from Caiwei?

[@jayceooi]

Thank you! You can ask them to send it over.

[@elcioliveira9027]

@@jayceooi They are very adamant about sending products, some Brazilian reviewers also tried to partner and were unsuccessful. But thank you for your excellent work and review.

[@plawsworth]

Great review

[@jayceooi]

Thanks!

[@tnt4xfx]

Hi Jayce, I’ve heard there might be issues with there no longer being a game mode after updating or having to pay/subscribe for some services, is this true ? Thanks always enjoy your thorough review and videos.

[@jayceooi]

The gaming mode is there as my firmware is still the same as review. No need to pay. You are most welcome!

[@SD-oe6vv]

Great Video Jayce, One question when any FHD projector claims it support 4K, does that mean FHD projector will upscale resolution to show 4K content ? or 4K content will be downgraded to FHD res?

[@jayceooi]

Thanks! They support 4K but in playback mode. Display output is still on 1080p. So downscale...

[@ruzinsaleem7258]

Hi Jayce, I really like your review style :) it's funny but informative. I am trying to decide between the halo plus and the formovie s5. There is a £250 difference in my market but the halo plus does come with a 5 year guarantee. I noticed that for movie has the lesser 0.23 chip. I am many going to be using it to watch movies and play games, what would you decide to go for in my position?

[@jayceooi]

Thanks! Both are excellent projectors. Since Halo+ has 5 years guarantee, go for it.

[@lucasmarchette10]

The best review on the internet about the Formovie S5 certainly... congratulations! I loved everything about this projector but I just wanted to know something from you... Which projector has the best Full HD image? Formovie S5, Formovie Dice or Mi Smart Compact? Does the Formovie S5 have more apparent pixels on the screen than these or can it really do 1080p?

[@jayceooi]

Thank you! Dice and Mi have 0.33" DMD. XPR tech as well. All of them output 1080p but Dice and Mi are slightly sharper.

[@lucasmarchette10]

@@jayceooi yet the Formovie S5 has a sharper image than the Touyinger H6 ? Or does S5 have larger pixels than H6?

[@jayceooi]

@@lucasmarchette10 No. No.

[@madcalm2024]

@@lucasmarchette10 S5 uses double shifting in any mode thus pixelation is absent. As to the sharpness of FullHd there's no noticeable difference between 0.23, 033 and even (no-shifting) 0.47

[@Brunnovsky]

Has anyone try the new software update? Have anything major changed?

[@ElsweyrDiego]

why almost all the first top projectors from your chart have low contrast ratio below 400:1? (s5 being a bit higher) isn't contrast important? or color gamut and ansi lumens matters more?

[@jayceooi]

Excellent question. Colours gamut and ANSI Lumens do matter more than contrast ratio.

[@johnsimatupang4482]

Great review Jayce! I'm curious with the contrast ratio 1:1500, is this the number give the picture black/white good enough? Thanks!

[@jayceooi]

Thanks! Yes, good enough. For me, contrast ratio does not affect much in overall experience. Brightness and colours do.

[@johnsimatupang4482]

@@jayceooi thank you!

[@jayceooi]

@@johnsimatupang4482 welcome 🤗

[@don-em2828]

great review, i’m planning to get one from your link. have you heard of any problems i should worry about on the S5?

[@jayceooi]

Thanks! Problems? Nope, so far so good.

[@persieprince9345]

Do you plan to try dangbei dx5 the competitor to this with dmd 0.33

[@jayceooi]

No, unless someone sends it over. 😅

[@Clint694]

hello, what do you recommend in term of settings in order to calibrate it ? thanks for your video

[@jayceooi]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYTVqWR7f7-Kb7c

[@guiltynessness8926]

Great video. I was curious how you felt about this vs xgimi halo plus? For best picture. I would be curious about how the speakers perform as well. Thank you

[@jayceooi]

Thanks. Halo+ is better but also expensive.

[@guiltynessness8926]

@@jayceooi Thank you. Very helpful

[@jayceooi]

@@guiltynessness8926 You are most welcome!

[@christospapanagiotou2003]

Hello jayce...i really enjoy your videos I need your help Which would you choose ? Ultimea Apollo P40 Wanbo mozart Or the s5 ? Do you think its worth the extra money or i would be ok with one of the other 2 options Ill just use it in my living room for Netflix and movies Thank you for your help in advance 🙏

[@jayceooi]

I always prefer DLP than 1LCD.

[@razzyras]

What kind of HDMI splitter would work to connect a game console and a speakers/soundbar

[@jayceooi]

I have no idea...

[@DavidFromPL]

Great and honest review. I am wondering whether to choose the Formovie S5 or the Xgimi Elfin which has a larger 0.33 DMD, optional 3D and official GoogleOS. Too bad you didn't have the opportunity to make such a video about the Elfin and include it in your ranking.

[@jayceooi]

Thanks. Elfin is selling at $399 @ shrsl.com/4cpa0 Lowest price yet!

[@EstebanRuso]

👏👏thankk you very much for this video! If you can help me, which one would you recommend with the best image quality and brightness of all these (S5 Formovie vs mijia Projector 2 Pro vs dangbei atom ) or another model that you recommend in this price range? thank you!!

[@jayceooi]

You are most welcome! Atom is the best. Get it from Nothing Projector @ bit.ly/3SCtUMk Discount Code - Atom50

[@AlanCasarelli]

​@@jayceooi I've tried coupon but it's not working, have you got other coupon?

[@jayceooi]

@@AlanCasarelli Atom? That's the best price.

[@madigel2782]

Hi Jay, thanks for this Brilliant Video. One question: possible to „Stream“ my Apple TV on this Projector? ATV is located in the living room, but i want to use the s5 mostly in my bed room. Same 5ghz wifi Network. TIA!

[@jayceooi]

Thank you too. You can use Miracast or Airplay.

[@madigel2782]

@@jayceooi thanks for the fast reply mate :) - have you already tried it out? did it work properly?

[@jayceooi]

@@madigel2782 Sorry, I don't have Apple TV.

[@trisgs82]

hello @Jayceooi Thanks or your detailed review on Formovie S5 and also on the excel sheet you have put for the portable projectors. Great work and keep it going !! Iam planning buying my first projector, a portable one and could you please help let me know which is better, a Formovie S5 or Halo plus. I see the Light technology on these models are entirely different (LED on Halo+ vs laser on S5) and the lumens on Halo is 900 Lumens vs 1100 lumens on Formovie (not sure if its 1100 at all times). Could you please let me know your thoughts on which one should I be considering . Thanks.

[@jayceooi]

You are most welcome! Both have own pros and cons. Performance/price, S5 is the better choice.

[@trisgs82]

@@jayceooi thanks for your quick response

[@jayceooi]

@@trisgs82 Welcome again!

[@sakkel.7357]

what's the best video player with harware acceleration that can show subtitles for Formovie S5? Formovie player doesn't hold audio and video in sync, MXplayer always switch video into portrait mode, Oplayer won't show subtitles when HW acceleration is enabled and without HWa video is jerky.

[@jayceooi]

Kodi

[@gusdz]

Thorn between an s5 and and used lamp fullhd from optoma (141x)/benq/Epson. What would you recommend for getting best image quality (controlled dark Room always)? Thanks

[@jayceooi]

Please have a look on this video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eqWZhXqbmMmqhq8

[@ragingclouds]

Can you do a video on how to setup english menu

[@jayceooi]

Will do so when free...

[@vischl]

Hi Jayce. Thank you so much for this review. Which one should I get, S5 or EVERYCOM RD829? since the S5 work with pixel shifting and the RD829 has native 1080p, should i notice any difference between those two projecting in a 120'? from a 3m distance should i see any pixel? which one has the best image quality in a BIG projection?

[@jayceooi]

You are most welcome, Papo. I prefer DLP projector. Better than 1LCD in overall. Once calibrated correctly, you won't able to see pixel on S5. Just the image will be softer than native 1080p.

[@VizioN-Scope]

Thanks so much for this great in depth review. I have a few questions: 1. I have heard that when playing games on the S5 we need to turn off auto keystone to get the best possible input delay and also project the image straight to the wall. My question is this: When gaming can we still place the projector at an angle and project the image to the wall at an angle and just manually change the keystone and still get the best input delay?. 2. Did you turn off auto keystone when testing the input delay in game mode when you got 35ms?. 3.Have you tried everything you can to get the input delay as low as possible?. Turning off all picture enhancement, auto Keystone correction and having it on game mode? 3:18 Can you please share pictures of the "Nothing projector" how turn it into English Ui guide. Please share the pictures of this very useful guide on an image host site and post the link under your video. Thanks ☺

[@jayceooi]

You are most welcome! 1. No. 2. Yes. 3. Yes. Yes. You will get it too when purchased from Nothing Projector.

[@Peterxchu]

Can we use the projector a third streaming service like google chromecast, roku, etc… And what is the viewing distance for 100”?I can’t seem to find it anywhere for distance viewing size. Thank you!

[@jayceooi]

Sure, it has HDMI port. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6awf5KHqJ6aY8k

[@agnyumkimil2754]

excellent review which is better xgimi h2 or formovie s5 ?

[@jayceooi]

Never hand-on H2. But based on specs, H2 should be better.

[@scualos]

do you know what is the exact dmd chip model replacement?

[@jayceooi]

No idea, sorry...

[@shaman4560]

Can you review the Epson EpiqVision Mini EF12?

[@jayceooi]

Can. Please ask Epson to send one over. TQ

[@yogacraftapp]

How did you get to HDMI and game mode settings? Thank you!

[@jayceooi]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYTVqWR7f7-Kb7c kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYTVqWR7f7-Kb7c

[@neiloboidicin5815]

Hey Jayce. I got the Formovie S5 - (mentioned you to nothing projector.) Do you have a video on how to get the English settings? Most things change to English - but you can change the homepage or deep settings - they are still in Chinese.

[@neiloboidicin5815]

Is there a global version I can install?

[@jayceooi]

No. Just follow the guide from Nothing Projector Store will do. Most thing will be English after that. No global firmware.

[@coolerdag]

Does HDMI support ARC (Audio Return Channel) function? Is there such a setting in the projector menu?

[@jayceooi]

Nope

[@sakkel.7357]

So, is this with only ALPD the first version. Wemax Go Advanced has ALPD 3.0, what are we missing in Formovie S5 in comparison to newer ALPD versions?

[@jayceooi]

They are the same.

[@sommelierz7345]

How well does it perform compared to Blitzwolf BW-V5? Worth upgrading?

[@jayceooi]

Much much better! Yes!

[@Vancete07]

Do you know any site where I can buy one of these and get it in less than a week in Spain? Thx!

[@jayceooi]

bit.ly/46AZZsG

[@ahpektan]

Your spreadsheet says that the S5 ANSI is only ? instead of the 1100 ANSI claimed? So is that bright enough for daytime. thank you.

[@jayceooi]

Most of the projector companies 'mark up' the ANSI Lumens value. Small screen is okay.

[@SBK-zl8kj]

Everybody please share me your knowhow and experience. Is Fengmi S5 the same device and firmware as Formovie S5 ?. What compatible and safe projectivity launcher APK for and how to download and install it into the Fengmi S5 ?. Thank you.

[@sommelierz7345]

What kind of current is needed to run this projector with powerbank only? Something like Baseus PD65W PPIMDA-D01 will be enough?

[@jayceooi]

65W PD3. Yes, I am using Baseus too.

[@lanawhite8893]

Hello Jayce, thank you for your review. Which model is the latest: Formovie S5 or X5? I can't decide between this two. Also, which one is the better viewing quality? I am looking for new projector, but I only use it for mirroring with my M1 MacBook. I watch movies on internet and read documents/books (because of eye strain from computer and mobile screen). Money isn't issue, you can recommend something else for my purpose. But latest models, as I change projectors every 5 years. Big thanks in advance!

[@jayceooi]

Hi Lana, X5. X5.

[@andrea_lenzi]

​@@jayceooidid you mean wanbo X5?

[@jayceooi]

@@andrea_lenzi No. It's Formovie X5.

[@andrea_lenzi]

@@jayceooi Oh, I haven't heard of it until now, and not seen it in your videos/ranking

[@Adrian77Everlast]

Hi! how can i update to european version?

[@jayceooi]

You can't. But you can change the language to English.

[@leandrooliveira541]

Quantas polegadas vc projetou e oque achou da imagem na maior polegada

[@jayceooi]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/o2PWmoWBpZxol80

[@TeogenesBDioresJr]

Whats your thought comparing this with the Dangbei D5X Pro?

[@jayceooi]

I didn't hand-on D5X Pro. Can't comment. Sorry...

[@TeogenesBDioresJr]

@@jayceooi I appreciate the honesty and reply back. Thanks for the in depth review on this S5.

[@jayceooi]

@@TeogenesBDioresJr You are most welcome!

[@cartonneexpressable]

Very tempting! But I wonder: this one with 65W powerbank, or the Wemax Go Advance 300?

[@jayceooi]

This one!

[@janehenley3736]

@@jayceooiis any 65w and above powerbank suitable? What is yours and how long does it last running on this projector?

[@jayceooi]

@@janehenley3736 Yes, any 65W PD power bank will do. Around 1 hour 30 minutes on 20,000mah power bank.

[@cartonneexpressable]

@@jayceooiI bought it, but mine came with FengOS 3.0.2.3164 - looks very different. Not happy at all. I cannot activate sideload apps and it is not very usable. Can you maybe advice? Maybe give instructions on how to use the system?

[@jayceooi]

@@cartonneexpressable Where did you buy it?

[@jitender5731]

Thanks for the review Jayce!! My sitting/viewing distance from projection screen is ard. 12 ft and projection screen is 7.5 x 5 ft. This will produce an 100 inch screen (16:9). I can place the projector by the side wall ard. 7-8 ft away from the screen. The room has curtains but natural light is there if a projector is used in daytime. Although Dangbei Atom is brighter and shows more detail but I like Formovie S5 better for its natural colours and sound. My dilemma is how will the picture from both (Atom & S5) look from a 12 ft viewing distance? Should I get S5 or Atom? Thanks in advance 🙂

[@jayceooi]

Welcome. It will be bigger than 100". You can refer to this video for projector distance from screen - kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6awf5KHqJ6aY8k Both of them have the same throw ratio. 🙂

[@jitender5731]

@@jayceooi Hi Jayce. I bought the S5 using your link above and got the projector today in India. Was able to load Projectivy and got some of your settings in as well. But after a couple of hours it showed a msg regarding Overheating and dimmed its light considerably. I disconnected and let it cool for half an hour but it dimmed its light again after a few seconds. This has happened 2-3 times already. My question is if its fried or will the projector be ok after some more time?

[@jayceooi]

@@jitender5731 Hmm... Sorry to hear the issue. I need more info. 1. Did you block projector bottom part (air inlet and outlet)? 2. What is your room temp? 3. Is the projector fan working?

[@jitender5731]

@@jayceooi I put it on a flat table. Didn't realize it will heat up after about an hour of use. Its very hot in Delhi, India and will still get hotter going forward. Outside temp is ard 113 F. Inside will be close to 98-100. Wasn't using the air-conditioning at that time. So I hard reset it (using only remote) and raised it to 4-5 inches before using it again with AC on. Its working fine now. Thanks for the help. Hopefully wont need to bother you for this again 🙂

[@jayceooi]

@@jitender5731 Glad to know that. Budget 1LCD projectors will have burned LCD panel on temp like that. That's quite high temp for indoor.

[@camilonicolaslombosandoval7680]

Hi Jayceeoi, planning on purchasing the s5. Is it a rescalled 4k video better in quality imagie than a native 1080 video, or is just the same? What are the main differences?, and can i see any difference in the image quality reescaling content this projector?

[@jayceooi]

Yes, depending on the video bit rates. High bit rate 4K videos are better than low bit rate 1080P videos. But if the 1080P videos have very high bit rate, you won't notice at all.

[@camilonicolaslombosandoval7680]

@@jayceooi Thank you as always

[@jayceooi]

@@camilonicolaslombosandoval7680 You are most welcome!

[@morgan616yt]

What do you rate as the best all around package - the S5 for £330 or xgimi z7x for £450? Only need a screen size of 90 inches. Sound not important as I have a surround sound system

[@jayceooi]

Z7X with HDMI ARC support.

[@sakkel.7357]

10:11 I can't find that advanced tab with dynamic color range and memc. Could you please detail where to find it?

[@jayceooi]

Press menu button on remote control in HDMI mode.

[@sakkel.7357]

@@jayceooi can't find it, maybe it is available only when external device is connected to hdmi port.

[@jayceooi]

@@sakkel.7357 For Android, it is located at settings - image.

[@lesgrimpeurs7685]

hello, to you which is the best the formovie S5 or the Elfin from xgimi? thanks

[@jayceooi]

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[@gregory3340]

can you get a uk plug version ?

[@jayceooi]

No. Just buy a PD 65W adaptor with UK plug. Or use convertor.

[@wallybambasi]

Hi, Wemax Go Advanced Pro has forced edge enhancement when using USER settings unless you choose Display Mode. They both have the same software. Is this projector behaving the same? I'm not using the stock software. I'm using the HDMI for my Apple TV.

[@jayceooi]

What do you mean by edge enhancement? Over sharpen?

[@wallybambasi]

@@jayceooi yes, over sharpen or not natural unlike if it’s in Display Mode, soft and unfiltered display. Can you confirm?

[@jayceooi]

@@wallybambasi Much better than Go Advanced. I am using custom mode for this review. You can see the result yourself @ kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYTVqWR7f7-Kb7c

[@wallybambasi]

@@jayceooithank you very much

[@jayceooi]

@@wallybambasi You are most welcome!

[@ottoAJ]

Hello Jayce, I bought an S5 and I really liked. I haven't tested it enough yet but one thing that I found strange is the pixels because of the dmd chip, didn't that bother you? I'm watching it on a 100" screen from a distance of 280cm and I'm still able to see it =(

[@jayceooi]

Nope. I have the clarity set at 10 (custom). How about you?

[@ottoAJ]

@@jayceooi Mine is 45 😅 I saw your calibration, I'm going to change mine and put yours, I hope it solves this problem, thanks.

[@jayceooi]

@@ottoAJ Welcome!

[@vischl]

@@ottoAJ Did this solved the problem? i'm about to buy this projector but i'm afraid that i'll face the same problem..

[@privatttt]

what do u think is better to get formovie s5 or xgimi mogo 2 pro ? ty

[@jayceooi]

If you need Android TV, 3D and HDMI ARC, buy MoGo 2 Pro. Else pick S5.

[@privatttt]

@@jayceooi thx for ur reply, i just need a good quality picture to watch movies and youtube

[@jayceooi]

@@privatttt You are most welcome!

[@alejandrovalencia6573]

Several comments on KZbin say that this projector is not native 1080P, but 720P, can someone help me clarify the doubt?

[@jayceooi]

Not native 1080p nor 720p. It is true 1080p with XPR tech through 540p DMD. More info @ kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnuzY2Wmn9V1fKM

[@pandaexpresso7489]

Hi! I have a question about which sub $900 portable projector to get. I am mainly using it for connecting it to my m1 mac pro via hdmi (which is 2.0) to watch 1080p movies in a dark room at home on a tripod(ranging 80" to 100" inch screen where it feels comfortable to move around for my cream white walls in my room), and I am considering the nebula 2 pro and the halo+. I want to have good image quality with good color accuracy and distinguishable blacks. I do like the Nebula Capsule 3 for that last point of good blacks in the image with laser projection (with the cost of color accuracy I believe, if there are any laser projectors that have good color accuracy also let me know), but I am not sure if its a deal breaker. Maybe I will consider this projector in the video but I wanted your thoughts on which projector would be good for watching movies with the qualities I mainly wanted since they are all on sale right now on amazon/xgimi website. Thank you!

[@jayceooi]

NEBULA projectors are overpriced. Halo+ is a great choice. But I prefer WEMAX Vogue Pro @ amzn.to/3LMU2if

[@pandaexpresso7489]

Oh sweet! Thanks for the response and the nice vid comparisons!

[@jayceooi]

@@pandaexpresso7489 You are most welcome!

[@pandaexpresso7489]

Im now contemplating about getting a laser projector instead, any recommendations for lightweight portable laser projectors for my wants?

[@jayceooi]

@@pandaexpresso7489 This one... 😁

[@__.o_o.__]

Hi, will Nothing Phone Store refund me if the projector I buy at their store has tax when it arrives in Brazil? Do they refund the tax amount if I prove it in purchases through aliexpress or their website?

[@jayceooi]

Please contact them directly. Nothing Projector Customer Service will give you the details.

[@ludocosmo]

Hi. Does it have an eco mode or something like that to reduce the fan noise? I know it's already good but i'd like to use it also in a bed room.

[@jayceooi]

No eco mode. But the fan is already quiet on normal mode.

[@ludocosmo]

​@@jayceooiTHANKS. I've been looking for information on projectors for a month and it's only now that I discovered your channel. YT algorithm is bad😐.

[@jayceooi]

@@ludocosmo WELCOME!

[@marcoputeo6774]

Hello Joyce, thanks for your reviews! What’s the best choice between S5, Dice, Mi Smart Projector 2 Pro, Halo+? I need a quite projector for movies and games. I have a firestick 4K but I also have to connect an Xbox one so I need 2 hdmi or 1 hdmi and full Netflix support. Thanks in advance!

[@jayceooi]

Welcome. Dice.

[@marcoputeo6774]

Thanks for your reply. What are the major differences between Dice and Mi 2 pro? This is because I can buy Mi 2 pro from the official MI store in Italy.

[@jayceooi]

@@marcoputeo6774 Stay away from Mi 2 Pro. Its colour is not good. If you really want native 1080p projector, go for XGIMI HORIZON @ shrsl.com/4by5g

[@marcoputeo6774]

Thanks! Unfortunately, I missed the Black Friday deal for Dice. Do you think I should wait for a new one or go for the Vogue pro which is on discount for 649$ on official website? Portability is a plus but my priorities are movies (Netflix, prime video, KZbin etc.), occasional gaming, screen mirroring my MacBook. Thanks again for your time!

[@jayceooi]

@@marcoputeo6774 Welcome! Dice won't have new promo. Wait for XGIMI HORIZON promo.

[@ottoAJ]

Hello Jayce, how are you? A question about this S5: Did you somehow manage to remove that clock that sits in the top corner when you use it natively? Does the Kodi App run native well on this projector? Hugs.

[@jayceooi]

I am fine. TQ No, the clock will shows on certain apps. Yes, Kodi is working fine.

[@ottoAJ]

​@@jayceooi Thanks for the answer. In the case of Kodi then, even if it runs using a Projectivy Launcher will it still show the clock in Kodi? =(

[@jayceooi]

@@ottoAJ kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYTVqWR7f7-Kb7c kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYTVqWR7f7-Kb7c

[@ottoAJ]

@@jayceooi Ty. I saw this clock, but this larger clock in particular is the Kodi clock I think, I am referring to the smaller one that appears with the wi-fi signal next to it, but apparently when the video is played on Kodi it is not shown, which it is good : kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYTVqWR7f7-Kb7c That smaller clock is a constant complaint from users of this and other FengOS projectors on Aliexpress. This one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYTVqWR7f7-Kb7c

[@jayceooi]

@@ottoAJ Yes, I know the clock you mentioned in the first question. Same answer = it will shows on certain apps. Not in Kodi, KZbin and so on... That's the apps issue for not using full screen function properly...

[@Rick101755]

How do you install the Projectivy Launcher

[@jayceooi]

Just follow Nothing Projector guide will do.

[@Rick101755]

@@jayceooi I found it somewhere else

[@hectorbazoalva2831]

Hi Jayce, do You think it would be Worth to save to buy the formovie R1 Nano than this S5?

[@jayceooi]

Only buy UST if you have 100% even wall or screen.

[@ElsweyrDiego]

i'm still waiting for someone on the internet to compare r1 nano with formovie s5 side by side. no one made it until today :( one day i will end buying the r1 nano just for testing this!

[@jayceooi]

@@ElsweyrDiego Go for it. Let's us know the performance.

[@kaisersose4706]

Hi Jayce. I am currently using YG620. Will the S5 be a significant upgrade over my current one?

[@jayceooi]

Overall, yes.

[@kaisersose4706]

​@@jayceooiThank you for your quick reply. Another question. I'm using my projector in a totally dark room, with a white projector screen, for movies only. If the S5 will display 80" screen size, will the image clarity and color accuracy still be okay?

[@jayceooi]

@@kaisersose4706 Welcome. Yes.

[@kaisersose4706]

​@@jayceooiThanks again, Jayce! :)

[@retrogamerse]

i think the best feature is its light source, ALPD. Laser lasts longer than LED or LCD tech. I'm torn between this Formovie S5 or AAXA P8 mini (Android 10, 179 ANSI lumens, qHD 540p)

[@jayceooi]

Based on reviews at Amazon, P8 is a hard pass. 😅

[@retrogamerse]

@@jayceooi I recently bought viewsonic m2e for $186 (amazon lightning deal)

[@madcalm2024]

@@retrogamerse S5 has much more modern CPU with AI module, its' noticeable as to uscaling & MEMC

[@Rick101755]

How far from the screen to get a 100-inch picture

[@jayceooi]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6awf5KHqJ6aY8k

[@kabir1327]

Excellent video and channel, Jayce. I want to buy this projector but some clips I saw of it on Laurent’s website, playing the Batman trailer, really shocked me with the poor detail in the dark scenes. I felt that I would be better off watching such a film on my old iPad. However, his clip of the same trailer on the Halo+ showed adequate details. Is there really such a gap between these two projectors? With all your experience, would you agree that this projector is useless for films like Batman, or am I overreacting? Many thanks, you’ve earned a subscriber and I am watching more of your past videos as well.

[@jayceooi]

Forget about him. S5 is just 720p according to him. 😅

[@kabir1327]

Thanks for taking the time to reply @@jayceooi. I won’t have the projector in my hands till October because the Indian government won’t let us directly import electronics from China and the local distributor’s prices are atrocious. We will try to get it when we go to Europe in October. In the meanwhile I might buy a cheaper model to play with, maybe the Goodee YG600 Plus, since your recommended Xidu has also not made it here.

[@jayceooi]

@@kabir1327 Better S5 in this case. You won't be at Europe all the time, right?

[@kabir1327]

I will have to order the S5 to Europe and bring it back in luggage to India. Same goes for Halo+ since they are both around $1000 USD in India. If you had to pick one projector to watch a really dark movie in, or play a dark game and be able to see everything, which would be the cheapest? Thank you

[@jayceooi]

@@kabir1327 S5

[@astromichelle]

Hello, font know if you can help i just bought one of these but it didn't come with an English guide you wouldn't have any instructions would you thank you 🙏🙂

[@jayceooi]

Nothing Projector Store should include English guide. No?

[@astromichelle]

I bought it from vivid storm and they didn't include one so ill probably have to contact them directly ty though

[@jayceooi]

@@astromichelle Yup, please do so.

[@husseinnajm6502]

Hey Jayce, I followed your advice and bought a new Formovie S5 :) I am a little bit confused with some things and hope that you can help? :) *1 - How or where can i downloade 3rd party apps, and where did you get your system launcher "Project Ivy Launcher" from? *2 - I dowloaded the newest system update by accident, do you know if i can get the old version back again? *3 - There is a bit of sound lag when i pair the projector with the soundbar through Bluetooth? I have a xiaomi mi 4K tv stick connected to the projector threw HDMI cabel! I will be very gratefull if you could help answering those questions

[@jayceooi]

1. Follow your Nothing Projector guide to install Projectivy Launcher. Install app store from it then. 2. Can't downgrade. 3. Lag on Bluetooth is normal. Latency depends on your Bluetooth speakers.

[@husseinnajm6502]

@@jayceooi Thank´s a lot for your quick respons, Jayce

[@jayceooi]

@@husseinnajm6502 You too. Be safe and take care!

[@ryzekm84]

A review found that its native resolution is not real 1080p. Is this true? I have already ordered it. Want to cancel?

[@jayceooi]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qnuzY2Wmn9V1fKM When did you order?

[@monkey_d_luffyyy2093]

@jayceooi wemax dice or formovie s5? which on will you choose? and why?

[@jayceooi]

S5. Smaller and better colour management.

[@monkey_d_luffyyy2093]

​@jayceooi thanx for the reply

[@jayceooi]

@@monkey_d_luffyyy2093 Welcome!

[@SafetyHammer.]

You mentioned based on your calculations, its 573 ANSI Lumen vs advertised 1100 ANSI Lumens, is that correct? I am trying to upgrade the very old projector we have HTP DLP-600W and trying to find a projector that fit on our wall mount (camera mount) and wondering if S5 will be a good option?

[@jayceooi]

Yes, correct. Sure, why not?

[@SafetyHammer.]

@@jayceooi thanks, it will be slightly brighter ? if I understood the specs correctly, my old projector spec is 500 Lumens

[@jayceooi]

@@SafetyHammer. Brighter for sure. I don't think yours have actual 500 ANSI Lumens too.

[@SafetyHammer.]

@@jayceooi Thank you for the swift replay.

[@jayceooi]

@@SafetyHammer. Welcome 🤗

[@gokhan84]

between s5 mini and mozart1, which one would you prefer?

[@jayceooi]

S5 of course. Always go for DLP if you have budget.

[@gokhan84]

thank you sir.@@jayceooi

[@jayceooi]

@@gokhan84 welcome 🤗

[@sebasti4n]

hey jayce, first i want to thank you for your excellent review! i also got the formovie s5, and im quite impressed, especially the performance/price, but i have a problem with native kodi. i installed the latest kodi over the aptoidetv store. it start fine, but as soon as i reach the ADDON section in kodi it crashes to the main page. Can you please help me which version of project launcher and which version of kodi you are using? Thank you.

[@jayceooi]

Both latest one.

[@sebasti4n]

@@jayceooi may i ask which version of kodi do you exactly use? because everytime i try to install the kodi 20.2 armv8a apk version it shows an error during installation

[@jayceooi]

@@sebasti4n You need 32 bit v7. ☺

[@sebasti4n]

@@jayceooi perfect! thanks! :D do you also know if theres an existing netflix app which i can use with this beamer? because i tried both from aptoidetv but one is always showing a message that this version is not supported and the other one is not usable with my remote. its starting but i i cant interact with the app?

[@jayceooi]

@@sebasti4n Welcome! For Netflix, better use TV stick. The app supports 480p only.

[@t.k3461]

Hey! Do you know how to adjust brightness while in game mode?

[@jayceooi]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYTVqWR7f7-Kb7c

[@t.k3461]

you mean adjust from the projector first then go to hdmi right?@@jayceooi

[@jayceooi]

@@t.k3461 You can do so in HDMI mode too.

[@t.k3461]

@@jayceooi Do you have some recommended customized settings for low input lag?

[@jayceooi]

@@t.k3461 Just enable game mode.

[@loskardelag1963]

I need your help Formovie S5 or R1 nano.... And Xming page one or Xming q3 pro?... So wich Will he the Best opcion betwen winners... What doy You think and what You prefer 120 hz o 6 ms response time...😅

[@jayceooi]

All depend on your needs and budget. FYI, you need a quality 100% even screen for UST. And none of them can output 120Hz. 60Hz max.

[@loskardelag1963]

​​@@jayceooi i want in number one Games and movies.... What You recomend? Thanks

[@jayceooi]

@@loskardelag1963 S5

[@gal341]

Is it a good upgrade over the VP6, i have it for 2 years now and want to upgrade, is there another alternative under 500$?

[@jayceooi]

Yes. Nope, S5 is the best so far in this range.

[@gal341]

@@jayceooi thanks

[@jayceooi]

@@gal341 Welcome!

[@Ozmarik]

You measured/calculated only half of proclaimed ANSI? How is that possible? Where is the rest? I had Wanbo T6 Max but I am trying to find something with more ANSI and less noise..

[@jayceooi]

Correct. T6 Max has 246 ANSI Lumens out of proclaimed 650 (based on Wanbo India). This is what we call 'marketing'. 😅

[@andrevideosgera]

​@@jayceooiJayce. 246 ansi out of the box or after calibrated?

[@jayceooi]

@@andrevideosgera No calibration can be done on T6 Max. 😅

[@andrevideosgera]

@@jayceooi oh yes. This is bad. I tried to change calibration on HDMI mode but was not effective. The option is there but useless...

[@antoimjuse8942]

what version of youtube are you using at 14:00 ?

[@jayceooi]

github.com/yuliskov/SmartTubeNext

[@antoimjuse8942]

thank you very much

[@jayceooi]

@@antoimjuse8942 You are most welcome!

[@HistoryShortsPH-dr5gh]

How can i order this for philippines safely?

[@jayceooi]

Please order through this link @ bit.ly/3NTeyk9 Coupon - JAYCEOOIS5

[@ryzekm84]

How to install play store?

[@jayceooi]

You can't. Other 3rd app store is okay.

[@manoeljeneci607]

Bom dia, tenho o projetor do sonho, Barco RLM W6 3 DLP a imagem da foto é do Barco tala parede 200”. Comprei formovie S5 pra ter uma laser ALPD com pixel shifit Você acha que o Hisense Vidda CS Pro 3 laser 4k pixel shifit é melhor que o Barco W6!!! parabéns pelo seu canal

[@jayceooi]

Please have a look yourself - kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHXPlKhqrLBnY5Y

[@manoeljeneci607]

@@jayceooi ❤️❤️❤️

[@MrMootje41]

Formovie s5 or xgimi elfin?

[@jayceooi]

S5

[@manoeljeneci607]

Boa tarde tem como ligar dois formovie S5 na mesma imagem pra dobrar brilho e contraste 😍

[@jayceooi]

Yes but not advisable. Better a brighter projector. Simple and easier.

[@manoeljeneci607]

@@jayceooi thanks❤️

[@jayceooi]

@@manoeljeneci607 welcome 🤗

[@wrgtec]

Thanks for the amazing video as always! Excellent projector! Why are contrast ratios so low compared to LCD? This is 650:1 wewatch v50 is 1500:1 I still don't understand where it really affects

[@jayceooi]

Thank you too! Great question. Budget LCD projectors have lower black level due to lower brightness.

[@wrgtec]

@@jayceooi I think I understand, I really noticed that the wemax dice gives a better black tone if you dim the light to economy level. So to get a higher contrast on my wemax dice, would I have to use a gray projection screen to increase the contrast? If so, would you have any cost-effective screens in mind to recommend?

[@jayceooi]

​@@wrgtec Not really. The screen will increase the black level too.

[@wrgtec]

@@jayceooi I didn't understand correctly then 😅🥴🤔 Thank you for your attention

[@hlopes10]

Thanks so much for this in depth review. One question please: I have the Samsung Soundbar H990C so I have to plug my Firetyck 4k in HDMI "in" and the HDMI output to the Projector for active DOlby Atmos, right? But its only HDMI 2.0 so Will not get 4k in Disney+ or KZbin, because in the S5 its 1.4 or 2.1? Thanks in advanced!

[@jayceooi]

You are most welcome! Yes, correct. No worry, HDMI 2.1 is backward compatible with HDMI 2.0. 4K will work just fine.

[@SofieBella-ug1ib]

I just bought this projector. I think its good overall however it kind of struggles in dark scenes. The blacks are too bright.

[@jayceooi]

Make it larger screen will help to reduce it.

[@ryzekm84]

When the sound bar is connected via bluetooth, the voice comes 2, 3 second late. What could be the reason?

[@jayceooi]

Might be soundbar or player issue.

[@ryzekm84]

@@jayceooi That's not it. There is nothing wrong with the old projector. Works via Bluetooth

[@jayceooi]

@@ryzekm84 I have no idea then...

[@ToonarmY008]

Did you manage to fix this?

[@ryzekm84]

@@ToonarmY008 no.. the voice comes seconds late

[@Passco666]

How the hell I can connect it with me devices everywhere is damm rice and nothing working

[@jayceooi]

Please check with your seller.

[@Passco666]

@@jayceooi everything is inly Chinese aps and not regular google aps. So bad.. i didnt realize that people use external devices to make it work. Its pitty that this projector have a such bad support

[@tri3dtips]

How do you change to English? It's frustrating that it has no English instructions

[@jayceooi]

Follow Nothing Projector Store Guide...

[@tri3dtips]

All i wants to change from Chinese to English

[@tri3dtips]

I didn't buy from that store, and so I donhave the guide

[@jayceooi]

@@tri3dtips Please check with your seller then.

[@gokhan84]

How many hours with a 30,000 mah battery

[@jayceooi]

Around 135 minutes

[@leweenhouk8401]

I think this is great, but its the hdr worth it in this type of proyector, also love your honkai images in every video 😂

[@jayceooi]

Thanks. Unless the projector has wide P3 coverage like XGIMI HORIZON Ultra, no point to use HDR. SDR will perform better.

[@user-zn4bp9be4p]

Is this the global version?

[@jayceooi]

There is no global version for S5.

[@yogenleo]

For casual gaming,netflix supported and brighter picture...can u help me choose between Xgimi mogo pro plus , formovie s5 or xgimi elfin or if u have anything else in ur mind

[@jayceooi]

None of them have official Netflix support. You need WEMAX Dice @ kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6XUaoyqZ6yCjtk

[@sakkel.7357]

s5 seems to play all the hdr content right unlike my benq tk800m 4k projector. with benq it's always a battle to find different settings (madvr, pixel shaders, etc...) for each movie. How is it this cheap portable beats my main projector in handling bright as well as dark scenes of movies by default without endless tinkering of settins and colors too are on another level? Another question in my mind: Formoive s5 is said to support hdr10 but isn't it more like hdr10+ seeing how it tackles bright as well as dark scenes? Also made me think, as hdr10+ analyzes each frame separately and can adjust accordingly unlike mere hdr10 which only gives overall adjustment, could it be possible now that AI is coming out everywhere that AI (software) could analyze movie on my harddrive frame by frame making best adjustment on the fly? I mean isn't it quite easy task to analyze pixels in a frame how dark or bright it is percentwise then make adjustments according to that: Lets say 80% of the frame is dark make settings based on that, then another scene comes that has 80% bright pixels now make adjustments based on that...?

[@jayceooi]

No idea on BenQ...