Lucky is how I feel to live in a neighborhood with one of the largest Halloween celebrations. I mean these people go wild for Halloween… and it’s time I join in on the fun. I’ve got an itch this year to step up my game for Halloween if for no other reason than an escape. I’m also going to use some winning Halloween apps and affordable Halloween decorations that I’ve been testing and have fallen in love with.
How to Up Your Halloween Decor Fun
Project realistic Ghosts and Zombies on your home
Let’s up our Halloween game this year by adding realistic moving projections in the windows and walls of your home. Here’s how…
In order to do this, you’ll need a few things including a digital projector, a projection screen, and the actual animations from ATMOS FX.
1) SCARY DIGITAL ANIMATIONS
Once you have your projector set up, you can download files from ATMOS FX and project any of these top-rated digital animations:
- Hall of Haunts
- Legends of Halloween
- Unliving Portraits Halloween Hosts
- Jack O’ Lantern Jamboree
- Bone Chillers
- Halloween Monster Bash
- Plus 30 more options here
Read more about how to set it up here
2) PROJECTORS
AuKing Projector
Credit: AuKing
The AuKing projector will not only project anything you want to watch but it’s also listed at a super reasonable price of just $89.99. With 1080p Full HD resolution supported, the AuKing portable projector brings you clear and sharp detailed images. Its 170-inch large projection screen brings an immersive viewing experience. Plus, it’s equipped with HDMI, VGA, AV, and USB interfaces and can be perfectly connected to smartphones, laptops, pads, USB drives, and TV boxes. At the time of publishing, this product had over 25,000 global reviews with 65% giving it 5 stars.
If you’re looking for a higher-end projector that you can see using year round, especially for events like this one, consider the Epson below”
Epson Pro EX7260 Portable Movie Projector
Credit: Epson
– 3600 Lumens – very bright
– Great for outdoor movies, video games
– Wireless connection from your phone, tablet or computer
I found it super easy to hook up my existing Apple TV to the HDMI input.
3) PROJECT SCREEN
Holographic Rear Projection Screen
This screen contains grommets and 3M adhesive hooks for hanging and is mesh-like allowing it to capture light from your projector while still being discreet. This projection screen is only intended for use with “holographic” videos and is not intended for use with standard video.
More ways to decorate your home with Halloween Fun
Halloween Fog Machine with Wireless Remote
Plug it in and watch any decor inside or outside look mysterious and spooky. The Halloween Fog Machine is one of the most affordable and highest-rated on Amazon. Add a gallon of the fog juice to keep it going for hours upon hours. I place ours in the outside shrub near the front door and watch the fog set in to set the Halloween mood. One of the best ways to add special effects to selfie videos for all seasons.
6-foot talking witch
This light-up talking witch has a sound activation function, which creates a creepy and scary atmosphere for any Halloween events, spooky entertainment, or haunted house parties.
Galaxy Projector
The Galaxy Light Projector will definitely help to set the mood for your Halloween party. This projector is a versatile device that doubles as a ceiling projector, Bluetooth 5.2 speaker, sleep aid, and night light, creating a mesmerizing Milky Way galaxy effect with adjustable settings. With 360° projection, 16 light effects, and a music groove mode, it’s perfect for setting a romantic or relaxing mood. The projector includes a 1/2 hour timer, auto-shutoff after 4 hours, and a built-in quiet motor for peaceful nights. Whether for room decoration, parties, or relaxation, it’s an ideal gift. It comes with a 30-day return policy and an 18-month warranty.
Broken Mirror with Creepy Face
This ‘trick’ mirror switches from a reflective surface to an interior optical illusion. When off, the mirror acts just like a regular mirror. Switch it on, and the Black Infinity Mirror comes alive with an endless tunnel of lights and an optical illusion that has anyone guessing how deep and far it goes into another spooky universe.
Best Halloween Apps
Spooky Halloween Sounds app (iOS) Turns your iPhone or iPad into a Halloween soundboard with 30+ high-quality special effects. I’ve had more fun with this soundboard of scary sounds than I ever imagined and cannot wait to route the airplay audio out to our front yard speakers on October 31st.
A similar Android app is getting lots of praise called Halloween Soundboard in the Google Play store. It has over 100k downloads and includes the scariest and creepiest noises including basts, chainsaw, chains, creepy ticking clocks, dark laugh, and more.
If you like any of these spooky ideas, share them with a friend. Happy Halloween!
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