New Delhi, Aug. 18 -- Projectors have become a quiet alternative to TVs, and the Lumio Arc 5 steps in as a compact, mid-range option for those who want smart features without a bulky setup. It's easy to like at first glance, but it does ask for a few compromises.

At just 1.33 kg and roughly 112 x 142 x 185 mm, the Arc 5 feels almost toy-like in its portability, yet it carries enough substance to handle a bedroom cinema setup or a weekend binge in a guest room. I found it effortless to move between spaces, and its plug-and-play approach makes it almost worry-free.

The projector runs on a MediaTek 9630 processor with 2 GB RAM and 16 GB storage, powering a responsive smart interface. Google TV is built-in, Netflix-certified, and it comes p...