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Creative Pebble Nova Named Best Speaker at the European Hardware Awards 2025

Awarded for its exceptional audio performance, striking modern design, and innovative features, the Pebble Nova sets a new standard for desktop speakers
London UK, June 26th 2025: Creative Technology is thrilled to announce that the Pebble Nova has been awarded Best Speaker at the European Hardware Awards 2025, a prestigious accolade that recognises excellence in consumer technology across the continent.
Celebrated for its exceptional audio performance, striking modern design, and innovative features, the Pebble Nova stood out in a highly competitive field, securing its position as a top-tier desktop audio solution in Europe and beyond.
Over 100 of Europe’s most experienced editors reviewed the speakers they’ve tested, and voted the Creative Pebble Nova as the best product in its class.
The European Hardware Awards is organised by the European Hardware Association, comprising editors from the region’s most respected technology publications. Winners are carefully selected by an expert panel, ensuring that only the most outstanding products receive recognition.
Launched in late 2024, the Pebble Nova is the latest evolution of Creative’s acclaimed Pebble series. Equipped with powerful coaxial drivers, customisable RGB lighting, and versatile wireless connectivity, it has quickly earned a loyal following among gamers, content creators, and audiophiles seeking immersive sound in a compact footprint.
The award reflects Creative’s ongoing commitment to redefining everyday audio experiences through bold innovation and thoughtful design. The recognition of the Pebble Nova by such a respected panel underscores Creative’s dedication to delivering accessible, high-quality sound to users around the world.
For more information on the Pebble Nova and Creative’s full portfolio of audio solutions, please visit www.creative.com.

Creative Pebble Nova Speakers Review

The Creative Pebble Nova Speakers have been sitting on my desk the last few weeks and have gotten the attention of all visitors to the house with their looks and when turned on for a demo if not on at the time the sound impressed everyone and not only that they impressed me.

With my house having other creative products around like headphones and earbuds and of course soundbars in some rooms it makes a pretty nice ecosystem which I tend to try build in one room or another or my outside office  and Creative always deliver on their audio and this time around it is also aesthetics and how these look no matter where they are as I have moved them around to test them out of course.

With a superb build quality to begin with the stands are weighty therefore will not budge no matter where placed and the speakers themselves just grab your attention wanting a closer look from everyone makes a statement.

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How do these speakers sound

OK as folk know I test many brands and have been for many years and Creative is one of them and I am not biased in my reviews as my social profiles tell you I say it as I see it and these are simply fantastic not only by looks but with sound, these can connect to basically anything you have at home and enhance the audio experience even on your TV.

With your PC you have more to play with however the apps on Android and iOS deliver enough to give you some control on the audio experience and you will enjoy it trust me on this.

I am no audiophile however after years of testing speakers headphones and earbuds I can tell rubbish from something great and these are certainly great, no tinny sound when  maxed out as I always do not lag latency and superb bass and treble and this is what people like, highs lows and mids all good and overall anyone who uses these will be pleased with the sound be it on your work desk or wherever you may place them like besides your TV for example.

Transform your space with stunning customizable RGB lighting spanning across the entire color spectrum, blending sophisticated sound with stunning illumination. Choose from a range of presets to set the right mood when gaming watching movies or listening to music. Angled at 45 degrees these dish out the tunes perfectly with their powerful 100 watt max output.

 

These will enhance your audio experience overall no matter what you are connected too even if it is just your phone or tablet and give you an immersive experience you will want to keep listening too, checkout the audio samples below for more.

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Creative Pebble Nova First Look

The all new Creative Pebble Nova have arrived for review and these look spectacular, over the next week or two we’ll be putting these to the test and if you have any questions feel free to ask and watch out for the full hands on review.

The iconic 45° elevated drivers also work to direct sound right to the user’s ears, creating a personal and immersive listening experience. Plus, with the included stand, users can elevate the speakers for better audio projection and a sleeker look.

With eye-catching RGB lighting that spans the full colour spectrum, the Pebble Nova adds a vibrant touch to any setting. Connectivity is also a breeze, with options for Bluetooth 5.3 streaming, USB audio playback, and a universal 3.5 mm AUX input. The Creative app also unlocks access to the proprietary Acoustic Engine audio technologies, including Surround, Smart Volume, Bass, Dialog+, and Crystal Voice, enabling users to fully customise audio settings and RGB lighting to suit their individual preferences.

 

Pebble Nova is available priced at GBP 239.99 and is available at Creative.com.

For more information, visit creative.com/PebbleNova

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Creative Technology Launches a New Premium Desktop Speaker Pebble Nova

Creative Technology proudly announces the launch of the Creative Pebble Nova, a premium desktop speaker that expands the well-loved Pebble series. With its unique angled design and exceptional audio performance, the Pebble series has earned a loyal following among audio enthusiasts. The latest Pebble Nova builds on this success, representing a significant step toward a more premium range, featuring an elegant design and stunning audio quality that outshines its price point.

Star-Quality Sound

Designed to impress, the latest Pebble Nova not only delivers pristine audio but also serves as a captivating centerpiece for any space. Boasting a coaxial driver design, the Pebble Nova aligns the tweeter and woofer for seamless, rich sound across the full audio spectrum. For an even better audio experience, pair it with the Sound Blaster X5 for high-fidelity audio streaming that captures every detail.

The iconic 45° elevated drivers also work to direct sound right to the user’s ears, creating a personal and immersive listening experience. Plus, with the included stand, users can elevate the speakers for better audio projection and a sleeker look.

Play it Your Way

With eye-catching RGB lighting that spans the full colour spectrum, the Pebble Nova adds a vibrant touch to any setting. Connectivity is also a breeze, with options for Bluetooth 5.3 streaming, USB audio playback, and a universal 3.5 mm AUX input. The Creative app also unlocks access to the proprietary Acoustic Engine audio technologies, including Surround, Smart Volume, Bass, Dialog+, and Crystal Voice, enabling users to fully customise audio settings and RGB lighting to suit their individual preferences.

The launch of the Pebble Nova honours the legacy of its predecessors while paving the way for a new chapter in audio excellence. “The Pebble Nova embodies our commitment to enhancing the audio experience for users who demand quality and style. It’s not just another product; it represents the next step in the evolution of the Pebble family,” states Song Siow Hui, CEO of Creative.

Pricing and Availability

Pebble Nova is available priced at GBP 239.99 and is available at Creative.com.

For more information, visit creative.com/PebbleNova

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Creative Triumphs at EHA Awards 2024 with Double Accolades for Innovative Products

Creative proudly announces its recent triumph at the prestigious European Hardware Awards (EHA) 2024. Both Creative Aurvana Ace 2 and Creative Pebble X Plus have received top accolades, cementing the brand’s position as a frontrunner in the technology industry.

The EHA Awards are regarded as the pinnacle of achievement in the European tech landscape, uniting over 100 of Europe’s most respected technology journalists from prominent publications to recognize the year’s best hardware innovations. Celebrated for a decade of highlighting top technology hardware, the awards draw expertise from editors at leading tech publications across Europe, including Hardwareluxx (Germany), Geeknetic (Spain), KitGuru (UK), Cowcotland (France), PurePC (Poland), IO-Tech (The Nordics), Hardware Upgrade (Italy), Technology Insider (The Netherlands), and Lab 501 (Romania). Together, they ensure that the awards represent a comprehensive view of the best in the market.

The Creative Aurvana Ace 2 clinched the Best Earphones award, a testament to its superior sound quality and innovative design. Powered by xMEMS technology, the Aurvana Ace 2 unleashes the full potential of lifelike sound. It offers superior CD-quality clarity and precision, enhanced by Snapdragon Sound with Qualcomm aptX Lossless technology and Qualcomm Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation. These premium features are beautifully complemented by an aesthetically pleasing translucent compact charging case, perfectly blending performance and style.

In the Best Speakers category, the Creative Pebble X Plus stood out for its exceptional sound clarity, compact design, and powerful audio performance. Boasting an impressive RMS power of up to 30W and a peak power of up to 60W, both the 2.0 and 2.1 configurations promise a superior listening experience for music, movies, and gaming. In addition to its audio prowess, the Pebble X Plus features customizable RGB lighting, allowing users to create a pulsating light show to match any mood. With both wired and wireless modes, these speakers are an excellent choice for those seeking a premium desktop audio upgrade.

“We are thrilled and deeply honoured to receive these prestigious awards from the European Hardware Association,” said Song Siow Hui, CEO of Creative. “The recognition of the Creative Aurvana Ace 2 and Creative Pebble X Plus underscores our commitment to innovation, quality, and delivering outstanding products to our customers. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team.”

For more information about their award-winning products, visit their website at Creative.com

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Tech Review – Creative Pebble X Plus

Previously reviewed on techbuzz the Creative Pebble X which for me are worth every cent their big brother the Creative Pebble Plus outdo those which i did not think would be possible however the Plus sign here unlike phone is worth the name on the end and these pack even more of a punch and notable if ran side by side but the configuration is different and the there is some difference between the Pebble X.

This time around we get a subwoofer which is super solid and has some decent weight to it meaning it will not wobble around even when maxed out on volume and they do get seriously loud too. The woofer has no lighting at all however the speakers retain the RGB lighting that is customizable to your own requirements

The design of the speakers is the same but lacks the radiators on the side, these have moved onto the box if you will giving you a centre stage sound but mighty, the controls and ports remain the same as the Pebble X and set up is the same again and fairly simple, there has been some updates to the app since my testing and you most likely will need to update when you pick them up, this will prompt you to remove the cable and when setting up again holding down the RGB button and plugging in the USB-C cable at the same time and things go back to normal..

Overall here if you have the extra few quid to spend I would spend it on these but if not the Pebble X is more than good enough, the sound on these is louder more punchy excellent bass and you do see me get a little excited in the full video review below. If you want great sound for more than a reasonable price for your Laptop/PC or Phone this is where it is at and easy to recommend. You can see a software demo here but we have a good look below in the video review.

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Taking the audio game up a notch, the Creative Pebble X Plus sports a sleek subwoofer with dual passive radiators, designed to be compact enough to sit seamlessly on any desk setup. With added features like Dialog+ and BassFlex, these latest speakers can deliver powerful bass and crystal-clear spoken dialogues without compromising volume.

Despite their small footprint, these speakers can envelop users with an acoustic power output reaching up to 15W RMS and a peak of 30W when plugged into a PC port. When connected to a 30W (or higher) PD adaptor*, these speakers truly shine as it can deliver a peak power of up to 60W, unleashing their complete audio potential for an outstanding listening experience.

 

Creative App offers the following features for the Creative Pebble X series.

  • Ability to apply different Sound Modes, Equalizer and Acoustic Engine settings.
  • Configure the lighting effects on the speaker.
  • Configure the Microphone Equalizer.
  • Perform firmware or software upgrades.

    Creative Pebble X Plus is priced at US$129.99, UK£134.99, EU€139.99 and is available for pre-order at Creative.com

    For more information, visit creative.com/PebbleXPlus

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Tech Review – Creative Pebble V3 USB-C bluetooth speakers. #Creative #PebbleV3

Speakers in general on your pc or laptop are not the best and the same applies to your TV and in that instance most of us opt to buy a nice big soundbar but what about your laptop etc. The Pebble V3 are an affordable solution and they can connect to anything with Bluetooth and they are charged with USB-C which is great and not lagging behind there.

These are angled at 45 degrees which is also better than your traditional set up which most of us have and thats either upwards or out the sides depending on what you might have so there is better direction of sound, the shape and design is kept simple here and they are well built with rubber feet underneath to stop them from moving and even in my testing at full blast they did not budge nor vibrate and also to note no real sound distortion when maxed out either.

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They are solid and built with plastic with a gain button on one side and that is it quite a simple affair just plug and play and job done. I like the overall design here which blends in anywhere really which brings me to my next point.

These can be used anywhere and not only for your home pc etc they can be used with your mobile phone or tablet which is practical for the user and having said that they sound great, tested both on pc and mobile my end they sound perhaps better from a mobile phone than they did on my chromebook which I use now as I switched away from windows and the results you will see in the video review below will let you hear the difference and the benefits of having these speakers at hand to enhance the sound quality over the dull pc/laptop speakers you get though my speakers on my chromebook are quite good these make it sound much better.

Overall these are ideal for your pc for music gaming and more and the same for your mobile phone and the price you pay it is a no brainer really.

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Latest Pebble Time Round to be Fully available on November 8th By @VicenteA_George #Smartwatch #Pebble

If you’re one of those smartwatch fans now you’ll have the latest iteration of the Pebble Time, We already told you about this beauty before HERE

The Time Round was announced now is going to be Fully available since this November 8th in the US

To recap a little

The Time Round is said to be the world’s lightest and thinnest smartwatch, with 7.5 mm thin and just 28 grams of weight is hard to argue.

The new Pebble will carry a rounded screen, an always on “E-paper” display with LED back light and battery life up to 2 days with quick charging.

The device feature a Splash resistant body which means it can handle some rain but that’s all, activity tracker, access to Pebble app store and more.

With this model you will be able to choose from a wide range of band sizes from 20mm to 14mm that fits you best. Also in a variety of colors: Black, Silver, or a special-edition “Rose Gold” exclusively for the 14mm band size.

You can really make it your own with watchfaces and a selection of quick-change bands in genuine leather or stainless steel.

The watch is simple beautiful, but don’t take my word, take a look yourself:

The Time Round will be available Best Buy and Target stores in the US (If you’re there you can see it personally) an online at Amazon.com, BestBuy.com, Target.com and Pebble.com.

The new kid on the block is compatible with Android devices running 4.3 or later and iPhone running iOS 8 or later.

With a price tag of $249.99 you can Pre-order yours if you want HERE

Are you a “Pebbler”? Let us know in the comments below.

Pebble goes round with a new smartwatch. #Pebble

Pebble has already several watches on offer but they are all fit to be square,They are called Pebble Time Round and are thin at just 7.5mm and very light weighing in at 28grammes and come in two band sizes which are 14mm or 20mm.Pebble are simple smartwatches and do not offer what others do like the Moto or Samsungs do but this is ideal for some and not for others,but for $249 is it worth it or is just just another fashion statement ?

You can now reserve your new Pebble and be left waiting which is typical of Pebble,so the choice is yours and for Pebble Steel owners they have a chance to avail of an exclusive discount and trial plan.See the deets below.

  1. Reserve Pebble Time Round at pebble.com before November 8 with the same email address you used to back Pebble Time Steel on Kickstarter. You will not be charged until your order ships.
  2. Enjoy Pebble Time Steel while waiting for Pebble Time Round to arrive. You may cancel your reservation at any time if you decide Pebble Time Steel is the one for you.
  3. When your Pebble Time Round ships, we will automatically discount the order by $50.
  4. When your Pebble Time Round arrives, try it for up to 30 days alongside Pebble Time Steel.
  5. If you love both watches, Pebble Time Round is yours to keep for the discounted price!
  6. During the trial period, you may return Pebble Time Round or Pebble Time Steel, and we’ll refund you for the Pebble Time Round order. The price of watch you keep will equal your Pebble Time Steel pledge amount, plus the cost of return shipping.
  7. Full details about this discount and trial plan can be found on our Help site.