Anker Nebula X1: The Ultimate Party Speaker with a Built-In Projector
▼ Summary
– The Soundcore Nebula X1 Pro is a portable party projector with a built-in 160W subwoofer, announced at IFA 2025 and weighing 72.4 pounds.
– It features a 4K image, 7.1.4 surround sound with Dolby Atmos support, and includes detachable 80W soundbar speakers and wireless 40W rear satellites.
– The projector can be used outdoors but may have limitations with upward-firing channels, and it includes a Bluetooth speaker mode for music.
– It retains the Nebula X1’s features like a 3,500 ANSI lumen triple laser light source, motorized lens, and optical zoom, now with an IP43 rating for dust and light rain resistance.
– The Nebula X1 Pro will debut on Kickstarter on September 22nd, priced between $4,000 and $5,000, with retail availability expected in March 2026.
Imagine a device that transforms any space into a cinematic escape or a pulsating dance floor with the flip of a switch. Anker’s Nebula X1 Pro does exactly that, merging a high-performance projector with a powerful audio system in one portable package. This all-in-one entertainment hub, unveiled at IFA 2025, redefines what it means to bring the party, or the premiere, wherever you go.
Weighing in at 72.4 pounds, the unit isn’t exactly lightweight, but Anker thoughtfully equipped it with wheels and a retractable handle for easier transport. Inside its compact 30 x 17 x 13.5-inch frame lies a 160W subwoofer engineered to deliver what the company describes as “chest-thumping bass.” To prevent vibrations from interfering with picture quality, the sub is suspended within the assembly, ensuring a stable and crisp 4K image.
Flanking the main unit are two 80W soundbar speakers that fold outward and can even be detached for optimal front-stage placement. For a truly immersive experience, the system includes a pair of 40W wireless satellite speakers designed for rear channels. With support for Dolby Atmos and 7.1.4 surround sound, this marks a significant milestone for portable projectors, though achieving true overhead audio outdoors may prove challenging.
When movies aren’t on the menu, the Nebula X1 Pro doubles as a formidable Bluetooth speaker, making it just as suited for backyard barbecues as it is for film nights. At its core is the same Nebula X1 projector recently praised for its brilliant 3,500 ANSI lumen output, triple laser light source, and all-glass lens mounted on a motorized swivel. Features like optical zoom and whisper-quiet operation remain intact, now bolstered by an IP43 rating for resistance against light rain and dust.
Pricing is expected to fall between $4,000 and $5,000 when the Soundcore-branded device launches on Kickstarter this September. Retail availability is projected for March 2026, positioning the Nebula X1 Pro as a premium, yet remarkably versatile, solution for audiophiles and movie lovers on the move.
(Source: The Verge)
