A viral TikTok has sparked concern over a Galaxy Northern Lights projector sold on Amazon, after a shopper claimed it exhibited unsettling behavior. Heather (@heathers.444) shared her experience, warning others about the $30 device she bought for her son. “Beware,” she cautioned, describing the projector as “creepy.”
Why Heather Bought the Projector
Heather purchased the device to help her son fall asleep, noting that the projected lights had a calming effect. “He watches the stars before bed,” she explained. However, she ultimately decided to throw it away after it began malfunctioning in unexpected ways.
The Creepy Incidents
Heather described several technical glitches, starting with the device randomly announcing “Bluetooth connection,” despite no one in the household having paired a phone to it. Afterward, it would quietly project lights on the ceiling.
More disturbingly, Heather said the projector occasionally played music or emitted voices. “It’ll sound like I’m in someone’s living room,” she said. “Sometimes it’s in a different language.”
The final straw came when the device emitted a “weird beeping noise” and started flashing lights like a rave. She also heard more voices coming from the projector. Alarmed, Heather decided to throw it out.
Upon researching the issue, she discovered that other Amazon users had reported similar experiences. “Just super creepy,” she said.
Other Buyers Report Similar Problems
Heather isn’t alone. A Redditor on the r/techsupport subreddit described a similar experience three years ago with a starry lights projector. They reported hearing “muffled speaking” and someone saying, “Please cover your speaker.”
Commenters speculated the issue might not be paranormal but rather technical—like the device picking up stray radio signals or neighbors accidentally connecting via Bluetooth.
TikTok Users Weigh In
Viewers of Heather’s video largely agreed that the voices were likely caused by neighbors inadvertently connecting to the projector. “Your neighbors accidentally connected to it,” one user commented.
Others suggested a workaround: opting for projectors without Bluetooth. “I got mine from Walmart,” one commenter shared. Another recommended a non-Bluetooth turtle light that projects stars, which Heather said she’d consider.
Final Thoughts
While the voices may have a logical explanation, Heather’s story has highlighted potential risks of Bluetooth-enabled devices and privacy concerns. For now, the projector has found its way to the trash, leaving parents debating whether to follow suit.
The Daily Dot has reached out to Heather for further comment and contacted Amazon for a response.
