Optoma Unveils PHOTON GO Ultra Short Throw Portable Projector
Compact and lightweight, the new triple laser RGB projector delivers endless big-screen entertainment or fun wherever you go
FREMONT, Calif., July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Optoma, the No. 1 DLP® Laser brand worldwide,¹ today introduced the PHOTON GO, a portable ultra-short throw Triple Laser (RGB) projector, the perfect companion for big-screen entertainment anywhere. Compact and lightweight, the Photon Go delivers a stunning 100-inch image from less than one foot away from the projection surface. Awarded Best of Show by AV Technology at the Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) trade show, PHOTON GO is designed to be versatile and work in any room of the house and beyond. Whether conquering at-home workouts, hosting outdoor parties, or watching movies and TV shows at home, or take it on the go, Optoma's ultra-short throw projector transforms any space into a cinematic experience.
The PHOTON GO is the ultimate pairing for even the smallest spaces — if you're in an apartment, dorm room, bedroom, or even camping, it keeps the home theater experience alive with no interruptions. The PHOTON GO is easy to carry and features auto keystone² correction and auto focus making setup simple and the rechargeable battery provides up to 1.5 hours of video playback and 4 hours³ of Bluetooth speaker mode, transforming any space into an instant entertainment hub. With Dolby Audio virtual sound and 20W built-in stereo speakers, the projector also adapts to various indoor and outdoor setups to deliver optimal sound quality and immersive surround sound.
The PHOTON GO includes Google TV™, providing access to hundreds of thousands of movies and TV episodes and live TV across thousands of apps, including Netflix, Disney+ (certified), Prime Video, YouTube, and more. Find your favorite shows and movies using Google voice assistant and regardless of where you are, with Google Cast™, you can stream movies, shows, and photos from a phone or tablet to the projector while using a Bluetooth Speaker or Soundbar to enhance the viewing experience.
"Today's consumers desire high-quality home entertainment that is flexible and fits their lifestyle without compromising on visuals, sound, or performance," said Maria Repole, Head of Marketing at Optoma. "Whether in a living room, college dorm room, small apartment, at the gym or on the go, we introduced the PHOTON GO as an ideal solution for stunning entertainment whenever and wherever you need it."
The PHOTON GO is available for an estimated street price of $999 in the United States can be purchased at Amazon USA , P.C. Richard & Son, B&H Photo Video and also in Canada at $1,479 available at Amazon Canada.
For more information, visit; https://www.optomausa.com/product/photon---go
Optoma PHOTON GO key features include:
- Resolution: Full HD (1920 x 1080)
- Brightness: 650 Lumens⁴ / 1200 Lumens HK
- Contrast ratio: 2,500,000:1
- Throw ratio: 0.18:1
- Light source: Triple Laser (RGB) with up to 20,000 hours of maintenance-free operation (Eco mode)
- 110% BT.2020 Wide Color Gamut | HDR & HLG
- Audio: 2 x 10W speakers with Dolby Audio Virtual Surround
- Inputs: 1 x USB-C Power-in Only (PD 3.0), 1 x HDMI 2.0 (w/ 4K Input for HDR, output 1080p), 1 x LAN, 1 x USB-A power 1 A / Media Player
- Outputs: 1 x SPDIF
- Game Mode for low latency gaming anywhere, anytime
- Battery: 1.5 Hrs. (depends on power setting, content)
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 9.92 x 6.18 x 2.56 inches
- Weight: 3.8 lbs.
DLP is a trademark of Texas Instruments
Google TV is this name of this devices's software experience and is a trademark of Google LLC. Google, YouTube, Google Cast and YouTube Music are trademarks of Google LLC.
¹No.1 DLP Brand Worldwide
Data source: PMA Research: Worldwide Projector Census 2024 for projectors +1,000 lumens
²Auto keystone correction is an assist feature designed to improve image alignment when projecting on various projection surfaces. Optimal performance when using this feature depends on a few factors such as projection angle, projector placement, and projection surface conditions.
³In Eco mode
⁴Lumens of brightness measured in accordance with ISO 21118
About Optoma Technology, Inc.
Optoma combines cutting-edge technology and innovation to deliver remarkable visual display products designed to connect audiences with engaging video experiences. From the company's ProScene projectors to its Creative Touch interactive flat panel displays, Optoma's suite of products can meet the demands of nearly any professional environment, including conference rooms and classrooms, digital signage, corporate, houses of worship, retail, simulation environments and control rooms. Optoma Technology is the U.S. headquarters for The Optoma Group, with continental headquarters also in Europe and Asia. For more information, visit optomausa.com.
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