07-05-2025
Kmart quietly launches $49 gadget that transforms your room into an 'instant oasis': 'I'm in heaven'
Kmart Australia shoppers have spotted a new bargain version of a popular space-themed tech device - but it's been upgraded with an added feature.
The popular mass retailer has just launched its own Anko Galaxy Projector Speaker, which retails for $49.
Store regulars were quick to recognise that this newly released product was similar to the extremely popular Mirabella Genio Wi-Fi Nebula & Star projector, which is also available at Kmart for $69.
The new galaxy projector promises to 'transform any room into a captivating cosmic wonderland', according to the product description.
It boasts 13 interchangeable projection slides, which light up the room to create an instant outer space atmosphere.
Among the projection options are 'starry skies, mesmerising galaxies and calming nebulae'. There's also the option of either coloured or black and white projections.
However, a key difference with Kmart's new galaxy projector is that it's been upgraded with the addition of a built-in wireless Bluetooth speaker.
This connectivity allows for a fully immersive sensorial experience, enabling users to connect to the device to simultaneously play their choice of music while the projector lights up the room.
Alternatively, the speaker also has the option of being used in 'white noise' mode.
The device comes in-built with 19 different white noise settings, each creating 'the perfect atmosphere for relaxation, sleep, or meditation' – again, simultaneously as celestial projections are cast onto the ceiling and walls.
Another feature of this device is a convenient timer function, which ensures the projector automatically switches off after a desired length of time.
The timer is especially useful for anyone that uses their galaxy light as an aid for falling asleep – meaning they won't have to worry about later waking up to switch it off.
Kmart shoppers have already been won over by the similar Mirabella Genio Wi-Fi Nebula & Star projector, which has been described by fans as 'magical'.
However, a common gripe customers had with it was that it required a wifi connection in order to work properly.
'You can use it on just one basic setting [without wifi]. We took it away with us with no internet and it turned on and worked well enough for the kids to use it as a night light,' one mum explained online.
The new Anko Galaxy Projector Speaker doesn't appear to have that issue as it works without an internet connection. The device is also USB powered.
The original Mirabella Genio projector was beloved by both kids and even adults for casting colourful stars onto walls and ceilings.
'We just got one each for my kids and they love it. I will admit I have thought about getting myself one,' commented one online fan.
'It is like the new-age glow in the dark moons,' another woman marveled.
Another parent said she got the projector to help her baby with sleep training, while others said their school-aged children love the light.
The original Mirabella Genio projector raced off shelves when it was first launched over four years ago – with many shoppers saying at the time that they struggled to find it in stock.
'They sold out fast at Xmas and will again now the cat is out of the bag,' one woman said at the time.
Although the Mirabella Genio Nebula and Star Projector is slightly more expensive than the new Anko Galaxy Projector Speaker, both devices are far cheaper compared to other higher end galaxy projectors on the market, which can set you back anywhere from $80 to a whopping $550.
