The Aurzen Zip Pro foldable pocket projector reaches Full HD levels

Aurzen’s peculiar folding projector is leveling up. First shown at IFA 2026 and now approaching commercial launch, the Zip Pro maintains the self-supporting Z-fold design of the original Zip, but updates most of the hardware around it.

Aurzen describes its new edition as the world’s first triple Full HD pocket projector. Inside, it packs a native 1920 x 1080 DLP imaging system, a built-in battery, and 200 ANSI lumens of rated brightness, doubling the output of its predecessor.

In other words, the company’s basic formula remains largely the same. It’s simply a matter of targeting the areas where small projectors tend to compromise the most.

To maintain that foldable space, Aurzen compressed its Full HD projection system into a 10.7mm optical engine, allowing the device to collapse down to 115 x 97 x 44mm (4.53 x 3.82 x 1.73 inches). When unfolded, the chassis functions as an adjustable stand that supports front, rear, ceiling and portrait projection modes. ToF autofocus and four-point keystone correction help with setup, while the 1.2:1 throw ratio can produce images up to 115 inches diagonal. However, Aurzen recommends a more realistic 60-80 inches in a dark room.

The downside to beefed-up specs is weight. The ‘pocket projector’ moniker is working a little harder this time: at 586g (1.29lb), the Zip Pro weighs more than twice as much as the 280g original.

Another major improvement is direct USB-C video. Phones, tablets, and laptops that support DisplayPort Alt Mode can connect without relying on wireless streaming, and compatible Nintendo Switch setups connect directly without a dock. For wired gaming, Aurzen quotes a fast response time of 20 to 40 ms.

Wireless options include AirPlay P2P, Miracast, DLNA, Google Cast and AirLink, with some point-to-point connections that work without external Wi-Fi. However, there is no native streaming operating system built in, meaning popular entertainment apps must be played through a connected source.

The Zip Pro also has a 38Wh battery, which Aurzen rates for up to 150 minutes of playback in Eco mode (67% more than its predecessor). There’s also 65W USB-C+ PD charging, with a compatible power supply capable of recharging while you watch. Dual 2W speakers handle the onboard audio, or alternatively, you can connect two Bluetooth headphones simultaneously for private listening. A built-in touchscreen displays charge level and connection status, the AurzenHub app doubles as a remote control, and fan noise is rated at just 24 dB in Eco mode.

All this additional capacity comes at a cost. The Zip Pro is currently available for pre-order for $579.99, down from a regular price of $629.99, with shipping expected to begin on October 30. Pre-orders are open in the US, UK, and EU, and the early sale will run until October 15.

At 200 ANSI lumens, the Zip Pro’s performance is probably best suited for dark environments, and you’ll have to accept a slightly less pocket-friendly device in exchange for its superior hardware. The first Zip was notable for its form factor; the Pro seems more useful because Aurzen has packed a lot more capability into the same idea.

Product page: Aurzen Zip Pro

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