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Edifier MS50A Speaker review: Hi-fi meets Wi-Fi, with a side of Alexa
Pump tunes with Spotify Connect, and upgrade your Echo
Odds are pretty high that if you’ve ever shopped on Amazon around Prime Day or any other major shopping holiday, you might have bought an Echo or Echo Dot for nearly free. Or maybe you got one bundled with another smart home purchase.
Sonos is entering four new product categories — here's what they might be
Wireless headphones are the obvious addition, but the rest is unclear
Sonos is already a big name in audio hardware, known for its popular soundbars and a whole range of wireless speaker options. But for all it offers now, what's next? We're finally starting to get a sense of what to expect, thanks to what the company shared in the Sonos quarterly earnings call earlier this month — even as many details are still quite vague.
Crank up the tunes with Anker's $50 deal on its groovy, light-up, 20W waterproof speaker ($10 off)
Pump up the volume — and the savings
Some songs just deserve to be blasted poolside at high volumes, and today Amazon is helping make that possible with a deal on Anker's Soundcore Flare 2 speaker. It's a waterproof Bluetooth speaker that pumps out 20W of sound for up to 12 hours on a single charge, and right now it's only $49.99 at Amazon.com — a respectable $10 off.Sure, the Soundcore Flare 2 utilizes modern standards like Bluetooth 5.0 and USB-C charging, but the coolest part about it is the futuristic flare lighting ringing the top and bottom of the unit. Since there are 6 different modes to choose from using the Soundcore app, the mood lighting can reflect the current playlist's vibe perfectly by pulsing to the beat.
Save up to 31% off Anker Bluetooth speakers in Amazon's Deal of the Day
The Soundcore Wakey is one sexy alarm clock/speaker/wireless charging pad
Can't go clubbing 'cause of Coronavirus? Then you might as well have a dance party at home. Right now, Amazon is offering customers savings of up to 31% off Anker Bluetooth speakers — including the super slick Soundcore Wakey with an LED display and a built-in Qi wireless charging pad.There are three models being offered as part of today's deal: the Soundcore 2, Soundcore Motion+, and Soundcore Wakey. The Soundcore 2 is the cheapest option, offering 12W stereo sound for less than 30 bucks. The Motion+ ups that to 30W of audio. But I think my favorite is the Wakey, which admittedly sounds stupid, but has a sexy fabric speaker grill and a built-in Qi charging pad.
Be the life of your own party with a refurbished JBL Charge 4 wireless speaker, $90 today at Woot
You can bundle the speaker with some wireless earbuds for $110
Now that phone bezels are shrinking and decent front-firing speakers have all but gone away, Bluetooth speakers are more important than ever. JBL makes some good options, including the Charge 4, which is going for $180 new on Amazon right now. Today only though, you can grab a factory reconditioned unit from Woot for just about $90.
It can be difficult to get premium sound without paying a premium price — if you're not shelling out the big bucks, things can sound tinny and thin. If you're on the hunt for a great speaker at a great price, you're in luck: Logitech's Ultimate Ears BLAST is on sale at Amazon for $60 ($20 off).The BLAST offers 360-degree sound projection and exceptionally clear quality, all while being absurdly loud, likely louder than you'll ever need it to be. It also sports IP67 water resistance, if you'd like to have an ear-crushing pool party. Ultimate Ears also claims the speaker will play for 12 hours on a charge and has a Bluetooth range of 150 feet.
Sometimes, the best places to sit back and kick up the music are also a bit perilous for fragile electronics. Whether you're heading to the beach, hiking a nearby trail, or taking a float trip downstream, you're going to need a rugged Bluetooth speaker that can withstand the journey ahead. The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 for just .99 ( off) on Amazon and other retailers was built to endure all of these challenging environments and more.The Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 2 is a portable wireless Bluetooth speaker featuring 360-degree sound that can be amplified via an outdoor boost function. Its chassis is rated at IP67, making it waterproof and dustproof, plus its lightweight build is even engineered to float, just in case your speaker falls into a pool, lake, or stream. Finally, a hefty 13-hour battery means you can keep your tunes rolling all day long without running out of juice.
Impulse buy this Altec Lansing Mini Bluetooth Speaker from Amazon for just $12 ($18 off), today only
The Altec Lansing Mini Bluetooth Speaker was already a bonafide steal with its rugged looks and ultra-affordable price tag of just $30. On this Cyber Monday, you can snag this mini wireless speaker for the cost of two cups of overpriced coffee. That's right, this baby can be yours for just .99 (60% off) right now on Amazon.The Altec Lansing Mini Bluetooth Speaker is a lightweight wireless audio option that's built to withstand both indoor and outdoor settings. With a IP67 waterproof rating, the Altec Lansing speaker can be submerged in up to a meter of water for 30 minutes without causing damage, and a 30-foot wireless range keeps your phone connected for up to six hours of playback on a single charge. Finally, this speaker comes in a variety of colors to match your unique style, four of which are featured in today's deal.
If you're in need of premium audio gear without the premium prices, you've landed on the right article. All throughout this Black Friday weekend, Harman is running exclusive deals on a ton of its most popular products, like wireless headphones, Bluetooth speakers, sound bars, and much more. Here are just some of the highlights you'll want to check out:
If you're in the market for an affordable Bluetooth speaker that can produce great audio, the JBL Flip 4 is an excellent choice. It usually sells for $100, but it's dropped to just $60 for Black Friday.
If you're looking for a powerful and waterproof Bluetooth speaker, JBL's Boombox is probably a good option for you. Many retailers are now selling it for $350, which is $150 less than its original retail price, even though it's been going for about $450 recently.
Marshall speakers are extremely popular, mainly thanks to their retro looks and impressive audio quality. Unfortunately, they're also known for their particularly high price, which can be a roadblock for some, especially considering there are cheaper options on the market. Thankfully, the Stanmore II Bluetooth speaker just dropped to $200, which is $150 off the MSRP, making it a much more relevant contender.
Whether you're looking for a power bank, new wireless speakers, true wireless headphones, or a projector, Anker's range of products is known to be reliable and affordable. Thanks to a special deal on the company's lineup, you can save up to $175 on a bunch of products today on Amazon.
Soundcore is mostly known for its affordable audio products, but the brand also builds the more premium Model Zero speaker, which has very respectable features. Given it's a higher-end product, it cost about $200 when it came out, which could have seemed steep for a brand that's traditionally focused on mid-range accessories. However, thanks to an $81 price drop, the Model Zero is a great option if you're looking for a top-quality portable speaker at a reasonable price.
There's a wide variety of Bluetooth speakers available on the market, but only a few of them offer 360º sound. The list gets even smaller if you're on a budget, but Anker's Soundcore Flare and Flare+ speakers meet these criteria and are even cheaper now that they're on sale, down to $51 and $80, respectively.Both speakers come with an LED light strip at the bottom that reacts to the rhythm of the music. They also feature IPX7 water-resistance, so you'll be able to take them by the pool safely. Lastly, they can be paired with a second speaker for true stereo sound.
Anker products are known for their build quality and technology, including its Soundcore lineup of headphones, earbuds, and speakers. Among them is the Soundcore Motion+ Bluetooth speaker, which has dropped to $80 instead of its original $100 price tag.
If you're the adventurous kind and like to take your music with you on escapades, the Soundcore Mini is for you. It's both dust and water-resistant and offers eight hours of battery life to make sure it lasts during your outings. Thanks to a promo code, you can save $5 on the usual price and pay only $25.The product has received excellent reviews on Amazon, with people praising its sound quality and small size. Thanks to its IP67 rating, you'll be able to use it by the pool and at the beach, as it won't fear water and sand. Its sound is also particularly loud and designed to be heard outdoors. It can even be paired with another speaker to offer full-stereo audio.
Bang and Olufsen (B&O) makes some high-end audio products. Some would say overpriced, some would argue that the design, materials, and audio quality justify the premium price tag. B&O's latest venture into streaming speakers is reminiscent of Sonos, but the company is being more open about its connectivity standards. As an example, the newly announced Beoplay M3 speaker supports Chromecast (thus Google Assistant/Home), Airplay, Bluetooth, and Beolink Multiroom, so you can choose whichever protocol works best for you.The M3 is the most compact speaker in B&O Play's Connected Audio line-up. It follows the design language of the M5 by featuring premium aluminum and fabric with exchangeable front covers. The color choices aren't exotic though, you get a natural (light grey) or black base and either a textile dark grey or aluminum grill (light grey). That ought to cover the different greyscale shades for you. And if you're a materials nerd, you can read B&O wax poetic about its wool and fabric here.[EMBED_YT]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5q1w05uMJLE[/EMBED_YT][EMBED_YT]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRERe3OaJUI[/EMBED_YT]Sound-wise, expect a built-in 3.75' woofer and 0.75' Tweeter, 40W power amplifiers, and a 65-22000Hz frequency range. The M3 measures 11.2 (W) x 15.1 (H) x 14 (D) cm and weighs 1.46 Kg. It also has a 3.5mm line-in, a mains input, and MicroUSB for some reason that I don't clearly see (sound input?). As for connectivity, it uses Bluetooth 4.2 and WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac - 2.4/5 GHz. It works with the Beoplay Android app to let you choose sound profiles and set up multiroom with the Beoplay M5, A6, and A9 if you own those.The $299 price (€299 in Europe) is in line with B&O Play's current products. It's not something I would ever pay for a compact speaker, but I have to say that the different connectivity options make this a lot more interesting than Sonos.Source: B&O Play (1), (2), Amazon
We're giving you a chance to upgrade your audio game in one fell swoop. First, say goodbye to wires if you haven't already. Next, you get two wireless audio devices that aren't just wireless, but good in their own right. Even better is that if you aren't the giveaway type, we have a coupon to give you a $10 discount on the speaker and $8 off the headphones.
What's waterproof, great sounding, affordably priced, and shaped like a flying saucer? The UE Roll Bluetooth speaker, which is currently on sale at BestBuy for $45, the lowest price I've seen for it yet.