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0:00Hello from the other side. CJ here and
0:03WBO is back with a new smart projector
0:06called
0:07I the Valley 1 Pro. It’s an update to
0:11the OG Valley 1 that we’ve reviewed last
0:14year. And as it stands, the price
0:17remains about the same as before. So,
0:19what’s new about this Pro version? We’re
0:22about to find out. Roll that intro.
0:28Starting with design, the Value 1 Pro
0:30practically looks the same as its
0:32standard version. Our unit comes in a
0:34warm white colorway, which has a more
0:36refined look in my opinion. They removed
0:38the black borders and raised the front
0:40interface instead, flashed with a gray
0:42color accent. It comes with a built-in
0:44stand and supports 200° tilt, so it’s
0:47possible to project the screen to the
0:49ceiling. Sure, this projector is
0:51portable, but it has a bit of heft
0:53weighing at around 2.8 8 kg if the intro
0:57wasn’t obvious. That said, it’s not
1:00going to be as compact as with other WBO
1:03projectors, measuring about 10 in wide.
1:06There’s the included remote in the box.
1:09Nothing fancy here, but it does pair
1:11with the projector quickly. Setting it
1:12up is pretty fast and easy, too. You
1:15just turn it on, project it to a wall,
1:17and it will automatically adjust to the
1:19keystone, focus, and screen alignment.
1:21The option for obstacle avoidance is
1:23enabled by default, so it will try to
1:25find a perfect spot for you, but if
1:27you’re old school, then you can manually
1:29adjust all the settings and whatnot.
1:31Software- wise, the Val 1 Pro ships with
1:33a newer Android TV4 and has that
1:35familiar Google TV OS experience. It
1:38comes with pre-installed apps like
1:39Netflix, YouTube, and Disney Plus, among
1:41others. The TV comes with a quadcore A55
1:44chip, and navigating around is decently
1:46fast. The same goes for connecting the
1:48projector to Wi-Fi internet. It supports
1:50dualband Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5. The
1:52remote it came with also supports Google
1:54Assistant, which is useful rather than
1:56typing on the virtual keyboard manually.
1:58For inputs and outputs, there’s the
2:00power button, a 3.5 mil audio jack,
2:03HDMI, a sound outlet, and one USBA port
2:06on the rear. There’s the power socket on
2:08the stand itself over here to the left.
2:10And above it, you’ll find another sound
2:12outlet and an air inlet. On the right,
2:14there’s just the air outlet. Meanwhile,
2:16on the front, there’s the projector lens
2:18itself. and a camera for that sweet
2:20automatic projector setup. Notably,
2:23there’s now a single 12 watt speaker
2:25instead of the dual 6 watt setup from
2:27the Valley 1. We’ll talk about the sound
2:29quality in a bit. Of course, there’s
2:31Google Cast support here for easy screen
2:33mirroring from your Android phone.
2:35However, there’s still no AirPlay
2:37support for Apple devices as you would
2:39expect with an Android powered device.
2:41Now, let’s finally talk about the most
2:43crucial part, display. The projector has
2:46a recommended 130in display size, but it
2:49can technically go up to as large as 260
2:51in. It features full HD resolution up to
2:54650 ISO lumens and supports HDR10 and
2:58MEMC. With that, the colors are decently
3:01good and the brightness is respectable.
3:03I’d suggest using the projector in a
3:04pitch black room to get the best viewing
3:06experience. It has wide vine L1 support
3:09as well, so I’m pretty sure that Netflix
3:11playback is always in HD. Plus, with a
3:13200° adjustable angle, we can even watch
3:16on the ceiling while laying on the bed.
3:18Talking about the audio quality, it
3:20sounds surprisingly nice. The 12 W
3:22fullrange speaker can easily fill a room
3:24with loud and clear audio. There’s a
3:26good amount of bass and it doesn’t sound
3:28as thin as I expected to be, probably
3:30thanks to Dolby audio support. In other
3:32words, dialogues in movies are clear and
3:34have a distinct separation from the
3:35background music, sound effects, and the
3:37like. However, with it just being a
3:40single speaker, it won’t sound as
3:42immersive, but the loud sound does make
3:44up for it. Despite the fact, I’m glad to
3:46report that fan noise is minimal in our
3:48experience. So, there’s that. All things
3:50considered, the new WBO Vali 1 Pro has
3:53been really good at doing its job.
3:55You’re getting a native full HD clarity,
3:57surprisingly good audio, a user-friendly
3:59Google TV OS, and a practically
4:01well-built, well-designed smart
4:03projector. It’s not perfect, that’s a
4:05given, but it’s a pretty solid option
4:07for setting up a mini home theater. Just
4:10pair it with a surround sound and you’re
4:11good to go.
4:13And before we wrap up, let’s talk about
4:15the price. The WBO Value 1 Pro retails
4:18around 16,000 pesos in the Philippines.
4:20[music] Checking out WBO’s official
4:22store via Shopee. It’s currently
4:24discounted for 14,799 pesos through
4:26various vouchers. So, what do you think
4:29about the new WBO Value 1 Pro? Are you
4:31getting this anytime soon? Let us know
4:33in the comment section below if you find
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4:44reviews. Once again, this has been CJ
4:46and I’ll see you guys in the next video.
4:48Bye. See you later.
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Ever dreamed of having a cinema in your bedroom without breaking the bank? We’ve been testing the latest contender in the affordable projector space, and let’s just say it might just be the upgrade your movie nights have been waiting for. Remember the Wanbo Vali 1 we checked out last year? Well, they’ve gone and made a ‘Pro’ version, and the best part is, it’s asking for about the same amount of your hard-earned pesos. But what exactly does ‘Pro’ mean here? Is it just a fancy sticker, or did they pack in some serious upgrades that make it worth your while? In this video, we unbox, set up, and put the Wanbo Vali 1 Pro through its paces on a real wall in a real room. We’ll show you if that new Android TV 11 software is snappier, how the automatic screen adjustment actually works (spoiler: it’s pretty clever), and whether the image quality can truly turn your plain wall into a proper screen. If you’ve been curious about dipping your toes into the projector life but are worried about complicated setups and blurry pictures, hit play. We’ve got the answers.

What You’ll See in This Video

  • Practically the same portable, slightly hefty design as the standard Vali 1, now in a cleaner warm white finish.
  • Runs on the newer Android TV 11 (Google TV) for a familiar, smooth streaming experience right out of the box.
  • Features fully automatic setup with keystone correction, focus, and screen alignment to make your life easier.
  • Includes a basic but functional remote that pairs instantly, getting you to your movie in minutes.

Ready to see how this smart projector performs with actual movies and shows? Watch our full video review to get all the details before you decide!

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the Wanbo Vali 1 Pro in the Philippines?

Based on our review, the price remains about the same as the previous non-Pro model. For the latest local pricing and availability, it’s best to check official online stores and retailers.

Can I use it without a separate streaming device?

Yes! It’s a smart projector with Android TV 11 (Google TV) built-in. Apps like Netflix, YouTube, and Disney+ are pre-installed, so you can start streaming directly once connected to Wi-Fi.

Is the setup complicated for beginners?

Not at all. One of its key features is automatic setup. It can adjust the keystone, focus, and screen alignment by itself when you turn it on and point it at a wall, making it very beginner-friendly.

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