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How to Make a DIY Photo Projector with a Shoebox & Smartphone

Illustration of a drawing setup showing a box with a light source projecting an image of a cat onto a wall and a bowl on a table.

Want to show off vacation photos on the big screen or project goofy videos on the wall? Using a shoebox, magnifying glass, and a smartphone, you can make your own photo or video projector for super cheap.

Read below for instructions. Click on image to enlarge.

How to Make a DIY Photo Projector with a Shoebox & Smartphone

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