Packaging and design
My first impression of the MoGo 2 Pro had nothing to do with the projector itself, but rather by how securely it was packaged. Opening the nondescript brown cardboard shipping box reveals a layer of compact but ultra-firm, air-filled plastic protection, perfectly cut to the dimensions of the retail box.
The same careful attention to detail was evident throughout the unboxing experience. From the precisely-placed security sticker, to the neatly-stacked inner packaging, and even the strategically-placed plastic wrapping on almost every surface that might be prone to scratching during transport or unpacking. I’ve seen far more expensive products, especially in portable audio, packaged far more cheaply than this.
XGIMI includes two additional accessories in the box: a 65W USB-C charger (with the appropriate 2-pin Euro plug for my region), and a slick-looking battery-powered Bluetooth remote control (complete with two AAA batteries). You also get the usual paperwork, warranty card, instruction manual, and a quick-start guide to sideloading Netflix (more on this later).
The MoGo 2 Pro itself features a neat, modern design. Out the box it looks like an oversized Bluetooth speaker, with most of the curvy exterior wrapped in perforated gold-tinged metal venting that’s smooth to the touch.
On top of the shell you’ll find a matte plate with the one and only external control: the power switch. I’m told XGIMI decided to remove all other controls in favour of a minimalist design, with every important function delegated to the remote. The ‘projecting stuff’ – lens, LED light, focusing camera, and calibration sensors – are all positioned in a compact strip on the top front of the shell, protected by a wraparound curved glass cover.
Inputs and outputs are placed on the bottom rear, along with a slotted vent that releases the fan-driven air that keeps the warm internals from overheating. Also on the rear is a slick-looking glass window that shows off the passive bass radiator in the middle of twin 8-watt side-firing speakers.
There’s a standard tripod mounting hole on the bottom of the case, along with a rubber ring that helps balance the projector on most flat surfaces, but I would have thought a built-in kickstand would have added some useful positioning flexibility.
Overall I find the MoGo 2 Pro exudes build quality, from the tightness of its construction to the choice of seemingly rugged yet still attractive materials and finishes. As you’ll soon discover, the included accessories are equally impressive, but I do miss some type of storage case or cover, especially since the projector is designed to be portable. Even a simple sleeve or carry pouch for the accessories would have added another layer of protection, especially for those of you who, like me, like to baby our gadgets.
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