Optoma Unveils PHOTON GO Ultra Short Throw Portable Projector

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 hours ³ 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.

Optoma PHOTON GO key features include:

Resolution: Full HD (1920 x 1080)
Brightness: 650 Lumens (4) / 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.