Katarzyna Petru
The German brand Metz has prepared an unusual alternative for portable projectors. The latest model Metz 24MPE7002Z is a "portable" television with a diagonal of 24 inches, equipped with a built-in battery, the Google TV system, and a full set of streaming applications. The manufacturer claims that it is the ideal equipment for trips, camping, or a weekend by the sea.
Small television instead of a projector? Metz has an idea for that
The model offers a resolution of Full HD – absolutely sufficient for such a compact screen – and a price that can put many of the best portable projectors to shame. Metz sees this television as a device "to take everywhere":
– to camp, as an evening screen for Netflix by the fire,
– to the beach, so as not to miss favourite series,
– as a second screen in the home, which can be easily moved from room to room.
Full smart TV, but without a tuner
24MPE7002Z operates on the Google TV platform and supports all key applications:
Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Disney+ and many more.
The television does not have a tuner, so it does not receive terrestrial television – this is strictly streaming equipment.
Ready for outdoor use
Metz assures that the screen is bright enough for outdoor use. This is aided by the matte, anti-glare LED matrix, which minimises sun reflections.
In terms of mobility, it is also good:
weight: 4 kg,
integrated carrying handle,
over 3 hours of battery life, which can be extended with a power bank/power station.
Sound from the front + Dolby Digital Plus
The audio is handled by a set of two 6-watt front speakers with Dolby Digital Plus support. Metz promises "exceptional quality," although of course one shouldn't expect sound better than from a soundbar. Perfect for evening outdoor screenings.
Price that beats projectors
Metz 24MPE7002Z costs only £299. That's significantly less than most portable projectors – and those cheaper than £299 have symbolic brightness, making them practically unsuitable for daytime use outdoors. There's also the necessity of having a suitable projection surface or an additional screen.
Of course, a projector will provide a much larger image – usually from 80 to 120 inches, even in the cheapest models. However, Metz plays a different card: simplicity, mobility, and a ready image without the need to fiddle with projector settings.
