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Anker Nebula Mars II Review | 84 Data compared

Avg. price:~£290Native panel resolution:1280x720ANSI lumens:300Throw ratio:1.2:1Lamp life:30000 hours

Anker Nebula Mars II Review: Compare 84 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Projectors category and whether it is worth buying.

Anker Nebula Mars II
6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the projector's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best projectors on the market.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 79% of models
Score components

90%

5.7

Technical score

10%

8.4

User score

▼Worse than 79% of projectors
6.9

Value for money

Value for money
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

▲Better than 66%
5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

42%

4.4

Image Quality

22%

6.4

Projection & Lens

12%

5.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.9

Audio & Features

8%

5.8

Connectivity

6%

7.3

Design & Power

▼Worse than 85%
8.4

User score

User score
8.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 76% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

9.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 76%
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Ranked #478 of 878 models in Projectors (Overall score)

Technical Specifications of projector Anker Nebula Mars II

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Projectors category across these key areas: Image Quality, Projection & Lens, HDMI & Gaming, Connectivity, Audio & Features, Design & Power.
When it matters
When you want to compare projectors based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components:

42%

4.4

Image Quality

22%

6.4

Projection & Lens

12%

5.2

HDMI & Gaming

10%

8.9

Audio & Features

8%

5.8

Connectivity

6%

7.3

Design & Power

5.7
User score
User score
8.4/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 76% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

9.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.4
Popularity
Popularity
9.3/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the projector.
When it matters
When you prefer to buy a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 84% of models
Popularity:
Anker Nebula Mars II has a popularity score of 9.3 points, which is higher than 83.9% of projectors.
9.3
Value for money
Value for money
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the projector's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a projector with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 66% of models
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

9.0

Price

6.9
ANSI lumens
300
Market range: <250 – >4k
This projector reaches 300 ANSI lumens, dimmer than 87.1% of projectors and equal to 2.9% of projectors.
300 in standard mode.
Contrast ratio
1,000:1
This projector has a contrast ratio of 1000:1, lower than 85.5% of projectors and equal to 7.8% of projectors.
Full on/off contrast ratio.
Native panel resolution
1280x720
This projector uses a native resolution of 1280x720, lower than 82.6% of projectors and equal to 5.6% of projectors.
Output Resolution
1280x720
This projector supports output resolution up to 1280x720, lower than 84% of projectors and equal to 5% of projectors.
Projection technology
DLP
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Throw ratio
1.2:1
Min throw distance
1.05 m
Market range: <0.5 m – >2 m
This projector needs a minimum throw distance of 1.05 m, longer than 50.6% of projectors and equal to 0.3% of projectors.
Max projection size
150 inch
Market range: <100 inch – >300 inch
This projector supports projection sizes up to 150 inch, smaller than 67.7% of projectors and equal to 10% of projectors.
Zoom ratio
N/A
Motorized zoom
no
This projector does not have motorized zoom. 16.3% of projectors have motorized zoom.
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Input lag
?
Auto low latency mode (ALLM)
no
This projector does not support ALLM. 17.2% of projectors support ALLM.
Variable refresh rate (VRR)
no
This projector does not support VRR. 1.6% of projectors support VRR.
HDMI version
1.4
This projector supports HDMI 1.4, older than 54.8% of projectors and equal to 34% of projectors.
Max HDMI bandwidth
10.2 Gbps
Market range: <10 Gbps – >50 Gbps
This projector supports HDMI bandwidth up to 10.2 Gbps, lower than 52.5% of projectors and equal to 45.2% of projectors.
Different HDMI ports reach 10.2 and 4.95 Gbps.
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N. of HDMI ports
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This projector has 1 HDMI port/s, fewer than 55.1% of projectors and equal to 41.6% of projectors.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This projector supports Wi-Fi. 47.2% of projectors support Wi-Fi.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
This projector supports Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), more modern than 49.2% of projectors and equal to 5.8% of projectors.
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This projector supports Bluetooth. 49.6% of projectors support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
4
This projector supports Bluetooth 4, more modern than 53.3% of projectors and equal to 2.6% of projectors.
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Smart TV features
yes
This projector has smart TV features. 56.4% of projectors have smart TV features.
Operating system
Android 7.1
Android OS
yes
This projector runs Android OS. 81.3% of projectors run Android OS.
Android 7.1
Dedicated smartphone app
yes
This projector comes with a dedicated smartphone app. 64.9% of projectors come with a dedicated smartphone app.
Nebula Connect app.
Remote control
yes
This projector includes a remote control. 1.6% of projectors include a remote control.
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Light source type
led
This projector uses led light source technology, more advanced than 33.1% of projectors and equal to 39% of projectors.
Laser Light Source
no
This projector does not use a laser light source. 28.1% of projectors use a laser light source.
Lamp life
30,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 69.1% of projectors and equal to 25.3% of projectors.
Lamp life (eco mode)
30,000 hours
Market range: <5k hours – >30k hours
This projector offers eco-mode lamp life of 30,000 hours, shorter than 62.5% of projectors and equal to 33.2% of projectors.
Eco mode rating.
Operating power consumption
57 W
Market range: <50 W – >400 W
This projector uses 57 W of power, less than 89.7% of projectors and equal to 0.4% of projectors.
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Anker Nebula Mars II vs the average projector

246810TotalImage QualityProjection & LensHDMI & GamingConnectivityAudio & FeaturesDesign & Power
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    Nebula Connect app.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    dual 10W speaker.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
    Google Assistant via remote.
  • 2x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (20 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 10W.
    20 W vs 10 W
  • 10 degrees greater horizontal keystone correction
    This projector offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 91.2% more popular
    Anker Nebula Mars II has a higher popularity than the average projector (9.32 vs 4.9).
    9.32 vs 4.87
  • 2.66x cheaper
    Anker Nebula Mars II is cheaper than the average projector (£290 vs £770).
    £290 vs £770
  • 5% higher user score
    User score
    8.4/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the projector.
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a projector performs in real use and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
    ▼
    ▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Anker Nebula Mars II
    the average projector
    Anker Nebula Mars II has a higher user score than the average projector (8.40 vs 8.000).
    8.4 vs 8
  • Advanced focus control
    This projector offers Advanced focus control than the average projector (auto-focus vs manual). The average projector uses manual focus control.
    Manual remote fine-tuning available.
    auto-focus vs manual
  • 10 degrees greater vertical keystone correction
    This projector offers more vertical keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of vertical keystone correction.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • 10 degrees greater horizontal keystone correction
    This projector offers more horizontal keystone correction than the average projector (40 degrees degrees vs 30 degrees degrees). The average projector offers 30 degrees degrees of horizontal keystone correction.
    40 degrees vs 30 degrees
  • Motorized focus
    This projector supports motorized focus, while the average projector does not. 47.2% of projectors support motorized focus.
    Remote-controlled electronic focus.
  • Supports AirPlay
    This projector supports AirPlay, while the average projector does not. 40% of projectors support AirPlay.
    Via pre-installed AirPin app.
  • Supports Miracast
    This projector supports Miracast, while the average projector does not. 45.1% of projectors support Miracast.
  • Built-in smart TV features
    This projector has built-in smart TV features, while the average projector does not. 43.7% of projectors have built-in smart TV features.
  • Smartphone app support
    This projector supports smartphone app control, while the average projector does not. 35.2% of projectors support smartphone app control.
    Nebula Connect app.
  • Built-in stereo speakers
    This projector has stereo speakers, while the average projector does not. 48.9% of projectors have stereo speakers.
    dual 10W speaker.
  • Supports voice commands
    This projector supports voice commands, while the average projector does not. 36.3% of projectors support voice commands.
    Google Assistant via remote.
  • 2x stronger audio output
    This projector has a higher audio output power than the average projector (20 W vs 10 W). The average projector has 10 W of audio output power.
    2 x 10W.
    20 W vs 10 W
  • Android OS built-in
    This projector features Android OS, while the average projector does not. 18.8% of projectors feature Android OS.
    Android 7.1
  • 10,000 hours longer lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 178 W lower power use
    This projector uses less power than the average projector (57 W vs 235 W). The average projector uses 235 W of power.
    57 W vs 235 W
  • 10,000 hours longer eco lamp life
    This projector has a higher lamp life in eco mode than the average projector (30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours). The average projector has 20,000 hours of lamp life in eco mode.
    Eco mode rating.
    30,000 hours vs 20,000 hours
  • 178 mm narrower width
    This projector is narrower than the average projector (122 mm vs 300 mm). The average projector has a width of 300 mm.
    122 mm vs 300 mm
  • 42.3% lighter weight
    This projector is lighter than the average projector (1.8 kg vs 3.1 kg). The average projector weighs 3.1 kg.
    1.79 kg vs 3.1 kg
  • 86.4% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (300 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    300 in standard mode.
    300 vs 2,200
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.5% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Full on/off contrast ratio.
    1,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Low native resolution
    This projector has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1280x720 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    1280x720 vs 1920x1080
  • Lower output resolution
    This projector supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1280x720 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    1280x720 vs 1920x1080
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    8 bit vs 10 bit
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • 86.4% dimmer image
    This projector has lower ANSI lumens than the average projector (300 vs 2,200). The average projector has 2,200 ANSI lumens.
    300 in standard mode.
    300 vs 2,200
  • No HDR10 support
    This projector does not support HDR10, while the average projector does. 56.5% of projectors support HDR10.
  • Lower contrast ratio
    This projector has a lower contrast ratio than the average projector (1000:1 vs 10000:1). The average projector has 10000:1 of contrast ratio.
    Full on/off contrast ratio.
    1,000:1 vs 10,000:1
  • Low native resolution
    This projector has a lower native panel resolution than the average projector (1280x720 vs 1920x1080). The average projector has a native panel resolution of 1920x1080.
    1280x720 vs 1920x1080
  • Lower output resolution
    This projector supports a lower output resolution than the average projector (1280x720 vs 1920x1080). The average projector outputs at 1920x1080 resolution.
    1280x720 vs 1920x1080
  • 2 bit lower color depth
    This projector has a lower color depth than the average projector (8 bit vs 10 bit). The average projector has 10 bit of color depth.
    8 bit vs 10 bit
  • 29.4% lower refresh rate
    This projector has a lower refresh rate than the average projector (60 Hz vs 85 Hz). The average projector has 85 Hz of refresh rate.
    60 Hz vs 85 Hz
  • No 3D support
    This projector does not support 3D playback, while the average projector does. 55% of projectors support 3D playback.
  • 0.17 inch smaller DMD chip
    This projector has a lower DMD chip size than the average projector (0.3 inch vs 0.47 inch). The average projector has 0.47 inch of DMD chip size.
    0.3 inch vs 0.47 inch
  • No 3D glasses support
    This projector does not support 3D glasses, while the average projector does. 55.1% of projectors support 3D glasses.
  • 96.5 inch smaller image size
    This projector has a lower projection size than the average projector (150 inch vs 246.5 inch). The average projector has 246.5 inch of projection size.
    150 inch vs 246.5 inch
  • Limited HDMI format
    This projector supports a less capable max HDMI input format than the average projector (1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz). The average projector supports a max HDMI input format of 4K/120Hz.
    1080p/60Hz vs 4K/120Hz
  • 43.3% lower HDMI bandwidth
    This projector has a lower HDMI bandwidth than the average projector (10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps). The average projector has 18 Gbps of HDMI bandwidth.
    Different HDMI ports reach 10.2 and 4.95 Gbps.
    10.2 Gbps vs 18 Gbps
  • Older HDMI version
    This projector has Old HDMI standard than the average projector (1.4 vs 2). The average projector supports HDMI 2.0.
    1.4 vs 2.0
  • Old HDCP version
    This projector has Old HDCP version than the average projector (1.4 vs 2.2). The average projector supports HDCP 2.2.
    1.4 vs 2.2
  • 1 fewer HDMI ports
    This projector has fewer HDMI ports than the average projector (1 vs 2). The average projector has 2 HDMI ports.
    1 vs 2
  • No RS-232 control
    This projector does not support RS-232 control, while the average projector does. 52.1% of projectors support RS-232 control.
  • Basic light source
    This projector has Basic light source than the average projector (led vs laser). The average projector uses a laser light source.
    led vs laser
  • 2 dB louder operation
    This projector has a higher audible noise than the average projector (32 dB vs 30 dB). The average projector has 30 dB of audible noise.
    32 dB vs 30 dB

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
AppleInsider
≈ estimated
27/02/2020
Hands-on review · streaming, audio and app tests
Verdict
Anker Nebula Mars II is well built and good for streaming, though audio is a bit lacking and AirPlay is limited for copyrighted content.
8.0
TechOdyssey
≈ estimated
29/07/2018
Demonstration · startup, interface and streaming apps
Verdict
Anker Nebula Mars II has impressed so far, and the creator is happy with it, though a full review is still to come.
7.0
TechOdyssey
≈ estimated
27/07/2018
Unboxing · first look at features, design and remote
Verdict
Anker Nebula Mars II is pretty good for a portable projector, but a full review is still to come before judging it.
Not graded

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

techradar.com
13/09/2018
Hands-on review · Portable Android projector
Verdict
The Anker Nebula Mars II is an easy-to-carry projector with strong speakers and autofocus, best after dark, though its apps can feel clunky.
techadvisor.com
12/09/2018
Expert review · Portable Android projector
Verdict
The Anker Nebula Mars II offers long battery life and automatic focus, best watched in a darkened room, since its 300-lumen picture washes out in light.
appleinsider.com
27/02/2020
Hands-on test · AirPlay projector
Verdict
The Anker Nebula Mars II suits Apple users wanting a portable screen, but dim light and protected-content limits hold it back.
the-gadgeteer.com
30/09/2018
Hands-on test · Outdoor movie night
Verdict
The Anker Nebula Mars II is a compact projector that sets up in minutes for outdoor screenings, but its app store lacks HBO Go and ESPN+.
gearpatrol.com
30/05/2019
Comparison review · Outdoor projector
Verdict
The Anker Nebula Mars II is the better pick for backyard movie nights and car camping, while the smaller Capsule II suits travel.
gadget-rausch.de
12/11/2018
Gadget test · Portable Android projector
Verdict
The Anker Nebula Mars II is a compact projector with about four hours of battery and strong sound, suiting relaxed film nights at home or with friends.
infoidevice.fr
07/12/2018
Test · Portable 720p projector
Verdict
The Anker Nebula Mars II is a portable 720p projector with a 3 to 4 hour battery, good for family films in a dark room.
lemagjeuxhightech.com
20/03/2019
Hands-on test · Portable family projector
Verdict
The Anker Nebula Mars II is a compact projector with strong sound and a four-hour battery, suiting Switch multiplayer games and family films in a dark room.
mensup.fr
21/05/2019
Hands-on test · Portable projector
Verdict
The Anker Nebula Mars II is a light, easy-to-carry projector for casual viewing, but its 720p picture will disappoint cinema fans and gamers.
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afdigitale.it
04/09/2019
Summary of the review
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ispazio.net
31/05/2019
Hands-on test · Travel projector
Verdict
The Anker Nebula Mars II is a compact projector for trips and outdoor evenings, with AirPlay for Apple devices and up to 4 hours of battery.

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: October 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Anker Nebula Mars II

  • Excellent portability with a built-in leather carry handle and compact design.
  • Integrated battery provides up to 3-4 hours of video playback, suitable for full-length movies.
  • Fast and reliable one-second autofocus and automatic keystone correction.
  • Dual 10W speakers offer loud, punchy audio that doubles as a standalone Bluetooth speaker.
  • Versatile connectivity options including HDMI, USB, and a dedicated smartphone control app.
  • User-friendly setup with an integrated sliding lens cover that acts as a power switch.

What customers don't like about Anker Nebula Mars II

  • Brightness (300-500 ANSI lumens) is insufficient for rooms with ambient light; requires a dark environment.
  • Native 720p resolution is lower than many modern competitors at similar price points.
  • Software limitations due to an older Android fork, resulting in clunky app interfaces and lack of native Google Play support.
  • Inaccurate color reproduction with notable oversaturation in greens and reds.
  • Limited internal storage (8GB) for downloading offline content and installing apps.
  • Reliability concerns reported by some users, including overheating and reboot loops.

Verdict

The Anker Nebula Mars II is a compact, portable 720p DLP projector featuring 300 ANSI lumens of brightness and a built-in 12,500mAh battery that supports up to four hours of video playback or 30 hours in Bluetooth speaker mode. Key characteristics include dual 10W speakers for immersive audio, single-second autofocus, automatic vertical keystone correction, and an Android 7.1 operating system for direct streaming from apps like Netflix and YouTube. Main pros highlighted by users include its highly convenient handle-based portability, surprisingly loud and clear sound quality, and the reliable autofocus that simplifies setup on varied surfaces. However, notable cons include its limited brightness in rooms with ambient light, a lack of native Google Play Store support requiring app sideloading, and a clunky remote interface for certain non-TV-optimized applications.

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