Splay Max: The Big Screen That Fits in a Bag
- Jun 7, 2025
- 3 min read
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For gamers, movie buffs, remote workers, and anyone who dreams of having a massive display wherever they go, the Splay Max, featured on Kickstarter, introduces a groundbreaking innovation. Billed as "The Big Screen That Fits in a Bag," Splay Max is the world's first and only portable 42-inch projector screen that can transform into a high-definition monitor, offering an unparalleled visual experience for entertainment, presentations, and creative work on the go.
Project Overview
Name and Creator: Splay Max: The Big Screen That Fits in a Bag by Splay Display
What It Is: A highly portable, inflatable projection screen (up to 42 inches) that doubles as a high-definition LCD monitor, offering both projection and direct display capabilities in a compact, travel-friendly package.
Key Features
World's First Inflatable LCD/Projector Screen: Splay Max ingeniously combines a portable projector screen with an LCD monitor into a single, inflatable unit. It can function as a crisp, bright 42-inch projected display for larger audiences or transform into a 24.5-inch 1080p LCD monitor for personal viewing, presentations, or gaming.
Massive 42-inch Projection Screen: Provides an expansive display area when inflated, perfect for outdoor movie nights, gaming sessions, or large-scale presentations. The screen surface is optimized for vibrant and clear projected images.
Integrated 24.5-inch 1080p LCD Monitor: Within the larger inflatable structure lies a high-definition LCD panel. This allows for direct connection via HDMI/USB-C, providing a bright, detailed display without the need for a projector, ideal for close-up work or when ambient light is a factor.
Ultra-Portable & Self-Contained: Despite its large display size, Splay Max deflates and folds down into a compact, carry-on friendly bag (approximately 16 x 11 x 5 inches / 41 x 28 x 13 cm). It weighs around 8.5 lbs (3.8 kg), making it highly transportable for travel, camping, or backyard fun. The entire setup, including the inflation mechanism and power, is self-contained.
Rapid Inflation & Setup: Designed for quick deployment, Splay Max can be fully inflated and ready for use in under 30 seconds with its integrated pump. This ensures minimal setup time, allowing you to get to your content faster.
Multiple Connectivity Options: Features a range of input ports, including dual HDMI and dual USB-C (one for power, one for data/video), ensuring compatibility with laptops, gaming consoles (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch), smartphones, tablets, and media streaming devices.
Built-in Speaker & Headphone Jack: Includes an integrated speaker for audio output, and a 3.5mm headphone jack for private listening.
High-Quality Viewing Experience: The LCD panel delivers 1080p resolution for sharp images, and the projection screen is optimized for vibrant colors and clarity. Whether you're projecting or viewing directly, Splay Max aims to provide an immersive visual experience.
Durable & Weather-Resistant: Constructed from robust materials designed to withstand outdoor use and regular travel. The inflatable structure provides inherent shock absorption.
Rewards
Kickstarter reward tiers for the Splay Max includes:
Splay Max Unit VIP: One Splay Max portable display unit, including the integrated pump, travel bag, and necessary cables (e.g., HDMI to HDMI, USB-C to USB-C). Starts at $744
Next lowest price is $839
The Idea
Concept: To bridge the gap between large-screen entertainment and true portability by inventing a single, inflatable device that serves as both a high-quality projection screen and a versatile LCD monitor, adaptable to any viewing scenario, anywhere.
Inspiration: The creators of Splay Display recognized the compromise users faced: small portable monitors lacked immersion, while large screens were cumbersome and expensive. Their vision was to create a truly "big screen" experience that could genuinely fit into a bag, eliminating the barriers of size and weight for entertainment, presentations, and work on the go. Splay Max is the culmination of years of R&D, combining innovative inflatable technology with display expertise to provide an unparalleled, immersive visual solution that empowers users to enjoy their content on a grand scale, effortlessly.
