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Tech Review – Tronsmart T7 Lite waterproof bluetooth speaker

The Tronsmart T7 Lite waterproof bluetooth speaker is the latest on offer from the company at an affordable price and toned down somewhat from the Tronsmart T7 we reviewed some time ago but all is still good here when it comes to sound from this portable speaker.

The design is slightly different but we have still got RGB lights and this speaker is also lighter than before still with all the buttons up front and a lanyard to hang from wherever suits you best and can be used outdoors of course with the IPX7 rating. The housing is solid too and the overall build quality is robust with a nice finish and look.

You have an array of buttons up front all raised and easy to use and you can use their app too which is great at this price point the app screenshots below show you what to expect as well as our full video review below..

Given its size it packs a punch with the audio that comes from it, you can connect your device or insert an SD card and let it play all day long with a 24HR battery life, the speakers are decently loud with no tinny sound or distortion when put up to the max as you should, it will fill a decent sized room given its size and with the RGB light effects you can impress your guests at a party or out at the beach or poolside.

With Dual pairing you can pair more than one and get double the effects if you wish to do so and with the App control you can get the sound desired and customise to your own requirements which again is great to see app access at this price on a bluetooth speaker.

Overall this is a well priced speaker with plenty of features not seen at this price with the quality to match, check out the video review below for more and see what you can expect.

 

  • [Powerful Bass with App Control] The T7 Lite portable speaker features 24w full frequency high power, 2 full-range drivers and an aluminum alloy bass vibrator for a rich and powerful sound experience. Customize your sound and lighting preferences with the Tronsmart App, available on the App Store and Google Play. Perfect for music lovers looking for a premium audio experience.

 

  • [24-Hour Playback with Extended Battery Life] Enjoy up to 24 hours of uninterrupted playback (medium capacity) with our powerful 4,000mA battery. And with quick 3-4 hour charging, you’ll never have to wait long to get back to your music. Plus, save on electricity by easily turning off the lighting mode with the power button. Our extended battery life is the perfect solution for music lovers on the go.
  • [Ultra-Portable Waterproof IPX7] Take your music anywhere with the T7 Lite waterproof speaker. Its compact size and detachable cable make it easy to carry in one hand, while its waterproof design protects against splashes, rain, and more. Perfect for outdoor adventures, beach trips, pool parties, and even showers!
  • [Dual Audio Modes & Stereo Pairing] Elevate your listening experience with Tronsmart T7 Lite wireless speaker’s dual audio modes and stereo pairing feature. Connect two Bluetooth speakers to enjoy up to 48W of powerful sound. Plus, you can seamlessly switch tunes by connecting up to two phones or tablets. Perfect for music lovers who crave high-quality audio and convenience.
  • [Latest version of Bluetooth 5.3 ] Experience faster and more stable connections that are compatible with a wide range of Bluetooth devices including iPhone, Samsung, mp3, television, and laptops. Enjoy the added convenience of inserting a Micro SD/TF card to play music, hands-free calling, and access to Siri and other voice commands. Get the best out of your Bluetooth devices with Bluetooth 5.3.

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Tech Review – Creative Live! Meet 4K

The Creative Live! Meet is a 4K UHD  conference Webcam with an auto-tracking camera speakerphone with AI Technology inbuilt,  This comprehensive kit has touch buttons on the top of the speaker and houses 4 pairs of ultra-sensitive omnidirectional microphones. With a wide-angle field of view (FOV) of up to 115°, this conference speaker exudes solidity, weighing 734g and providing a stable presence on any table.

The touch buttons on the unit allows adjustment of camera angles, zoom, and focus, while volume control and mic muting can be effortlessly managed by tapping the top panel of the Creative Live! Meet 4K. Additionally, the kit includes a remote control, offering convenient access to the main features, with the most common functions prominently located on the front of the remote and the top of the conference speaker. The package also includes in the packaging a QR code linking to the website with all the key features and performance controls

Contents:

1 x Creative Live! Meet 4K

1 x USB-C to USB-A cable

1 x Quick Start Guide

1 x Remote Control*

1 x Power Adapter

* Batteries not included

 

Specification

 

Overview

Remote

 

Setup:

The setup is plug-and-play, requiring no additional driver installation, and only necessitates a power supply cable plugged into the Creative Live! Meet 4K and a USB 2.0 connection to a laptop running on Windows or macOS platforms. During testing on an MS Teams call, the kit excelled in terms of audio from the mic, with the 5W speakers delivering impressive sound. The clear and physically large buttons on the device facilitated easy operation, with the unit’s color changing to red when switched off. However, there were occasional discrepancies in color changes when muting or turning off the camera within the Teams app, leading to a less favorable experience in multi-user calls. The on-screen display provides clear text indications, although it defaults to mirror mode when viewed by the user, but displays correctly for the other call participants The creative app was downloaded to the laptop and tested with very few features adapted to the review.

The AI function when enabled worked well in terms of this following the presenter’s head around even when moved from one site to the other side of a room up to 115°. The 7X digital zoom worked via the remote control allowing one to focus on eg a particular area in the room.

Additional features in terms of hand gestures, allowing the trigger specific actions by gesturing in front of the Creative Live! Meet 4K!

Warranty and Niggles:

The Creative Live! Meet 4K is backed by a 2-year limited hardware warranty for EU countries and a 1-year limited hardware warranty for non-EU countries. However, some minor niggles were encountered, such as issues with the user guide QR code and the absence of batteries in the remote, which detracted slightly from the overall experience. Additionally, discrepancies in color changes and default mirror text mode were observed, albeit without significant impact on the unit’s functionality or call quality.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Creative Live! Meet 4K offers an array of impressive features, including a responsive camera, clear buttons, and remote indications of call status. The AI capabilities add an extra dimension with gesture control, while the auto-tracking feature and excellent audio from the 4 built-in omnidirectional microphones, coupled with the depth of the speaker audio, provide a compelling conferencing experience. The 4K UHD resolution, powered by the Sony STARVIS IMX415 CMOS Imaging Sensor, delivers a premium video experience, further enhancing the unit’s appeal. Despite minor setup nuances, the remote’s responsiveness and effective zoom functionality make the Creative Live! Meet 4K a solid choice for those seeking a feature-rich conference solution

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Sound from Ultrasound: Audio Pioneer xMEMS’ New Silicon Speaker Reinvents How Humans Experience Sound

xMEMS Labs, pioneers in solid-state, all-silicon micro speakers, today announced a revolutionary breakthrough in sound reproduction, changing the way mass-market, true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds create ultra high-quality, high-resolution sound experiences across all audio frequencies.

With the introduction of its groundbreaking new Cypress solid-state MEMS speaker, xMEMS engineers have replaced legacy push-air sound reproduction with the company’s ultrasonic amplitude modulation transduction principle. Ultrasonic modulation turns ultrasonic air pulses into rich, detailed, bass-heavy, high-fidelity sound, representing the first no-compromise alternative to the moving-coil concept for high-volume consumer active noise canceling (ANC) earbud micro speakers.

“By shifting to a sound from ultrasound principle, the xMEMS Cypress micro speaker can now officially replace traditional coil-and-magnet speakers in active noise canceling earbuds,” said Mike Housholder, Vice President, Marketing & Business Development for xMEMS. “Cypress maintains all of the benefits of xMEMS’ existing speakers, while being 40x louder in low frequencies, achieving a key requirement for ANC earbuds.”

How Cypress Creates the World’s Best Audio Experience 

Legacy coil speakers generate sound in the audible band, which is intrinsically inefficient. Cypress takes advantage of the characteristics unique to MEMS—speed, precision, and uniformity—to produce high-resolution audio more efficiently.

Sound from ultrasound has been a research topic since the 1960s but has never achieved the acoustic performance required for broad commercial appeal, until xMEMS’ Cypress.

As an air pulse generator, Cypress comprises: a modulator to generate an amplitude-modulated ultrasonic wave (carrier) that faithfully follows the amplitude of the intended audio signal; and a demodulator to synchronously demodulate the ultrasonic wave, transferring the acoustic energy down to the baseband, producing the intended audible sound as a result.

The sound envelope of ultrasonic pulses is an exact acoustic copy of the source signal, meaning across all frequencies, Cypress is more faithful to the original recording than current speaker technologies. As a result of its superior resolution in the time domain, Cypress can more accurately reproduce today’s advanced sound formats, including high-resolution and spatial audio.

“Cypress not only revolutionizes how sound can be reproduced from an electric signal, but it also redefines how it should be reproduced,” said Jemm Liang, xMEMS CTO.

 

Based on Proven Innovation in MEMS Design

Cypress leverages the same production-proven MEMS platform used for all existing xMEMS products and exploits all the benefits of xMEMS’ established solid-state speaker designs when compared to legacy coil architectures, including:

  • Faster mechanical response for unrivaled detail, clarity, and separation
  • Near-zero phase shift for the most accurate, unaltered sound reproduction
  • Superior part-to-part phase consistency for unparalleled spatial imaging accuracy
  • Rigid silicon diaphragms eliminate speaker breakup for unmatched mid/treble clarity
  • Non-magnetic, for lower weight and reduced electromagnetic interference
  • Superior quality, reliability and part-to-part uniformity from the solid-state semiconductor process

Now Cypress, in a 6.3 x 6.5 x 1.65mm package (9mm-diagonal), brings the added and significant benefit of being 40x louder in low frequencies compared to xMEMS’ prior generation speakers, providing stronger, deeper bass that is consistent with the best 10-12mm legacy coil speakers, including sound pressure levels (SPL) greater than 140dB as low as 20Hz.

MEMS and Ultrasonic Modulation Ideal for ANC Performance

This additional low frequency SPL is most critical for ANC earbuds. With Cypress, xMEMS brings unique advantages over legacy coil to further improve ANC applications. Cypress’ faster electrical-to-acoustic conversion can contribute to wider ANC bandwidth (i.e., extension of ANC to cancel higher frequency noise sources, like a crying baby). Plus, Cypress’ near-constant electrical-to-acoustic conversion time (group delay), can reduce DSP filter complexity which, in turn, leads to shorter DSP latency, rounding errors, and power consumption when processing ANC.

Availability

Full-function Cypress prototype silicon is now sampling to select early customers. Production-candidate samples of Cypress and the companion Alta controller/amplifier ASIC will sample in June 2024. Mass production is planned for late-2024.

xMEMS will demonstrate Cypress by appointment only January 9-12 at CES 2024 in Las Vegas, NV.

For more information about xMEMS and its solid-state fidelity solutions, visit xmems.com.

Tech Review – Sharp XParty Street Beat (PS-949)

The Sharp XParty Street Beat (PS-949) is a large speaker that can get several jobs done at once and ideal for street parties and more hence the name and it is still portable too, given that it is not too heavy but it comes ready to move like a suitcase either way which is really handy. This is one of the biggest speakers I have checked out recently and it certainly makes a statement when it comes to sound let me tell you, if like me you have neighbours playing all kinds of rubbish on their tinny sounding speakers this one just comes out and takes over them all.

What is also cool with this is the lighting effects on it so it is no one trick pony and to add to it there is a mic built in and not is only that loud the speaker is loud and comes with some cool presets too which is ideal for the street party or if you fancy doing a bit of dj work and so on.

The speaker is well built and has several inputs and outputs on it too which is covered by a rubber flap on the rear, this is where you plug in the mic and it also has two USB – A ports and a regular 3.5mm socket, you can connect your device that way or via Bluetooth which is how I used it and is probably the best way, not only that you have an app to go with it which matches the top deck which is super cool and makes life much easier if you are in control of the speaker.

The controls are simple to use and laid out nicely on top with a disc type wheel for volume etc,, this gives you the real dj effect which I am not by any stretch but it is fun to use and the controls again straight forward and it is easy to switch between modes and sounds. Also up to is a spot to rest your phone or tablet.

The sound is excellent from this speaker and being big gives you big sound, the bass is excellent and the EQ settings are also excellent with a notable difference between them unlike other speakers I have tested asides the sound the light show it emits is also great which takes the boring effect from a speaker with no RGB effects, there was also no lag latency noted on this speaker and it certainly packs a punch when it comes to banging out the tracks and dwarfs most home speakers your neighbours might have.

Finally there is also around 13 hours of battery life so no matter where you go with it you have power on the go and it will last the day and you can charge your mobile phone with it too should you run low on juice.

The App

 

Check the full video review below for more and see how it works and most importantly how it sounds, you will take over any party in the home, back garden or street with this one.

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#IFA2023 – JBL Authentics – Wi-Fi speaker range combines iconic retro design with industry-first integration of simultaneous voice assistants

Introducing the JBL Authentics series. Striking sound performance meets timeless retro design inspired by JBL’s heritage. The feature-packed JBL Authentics 500 is a true centrepiece of the home, the all-encompassing Wi-Fi and Bluetooth smart speaker delivers Dolby Atmos to envelop listeners in immersive sound.

The JBL Authentics 200 and portable JBL Authentics 300 home speakers complete the all-new JBL Authentics series.
Room-filling sound throughout the home Be at the centre of your favourite song as the JBL Authentics 500 invites you to experience music like never before. Three 1” tweeters and three 2.75” midrange woofers provide crystal clear sound, while a 6.5” down firing subwoofer delivers tight, accurate bass. Enjoy 270 Watts of 3.1 channel sound and Dolby Atmos which transports you into a multidimensional sound experience with added layers and sharper details. Experience the music live from the very front row, without needing to leave the house.

The JBL Authentics 300 offers portable, high-performance sound with a built-in 8-hour battery for those looking for superior sound in and around the house. Delivering distinctive highs and deep bass, enjoy exceptional audio performance wherever you are – from the kitchen to the garden or the outdoor party.

Fill any space, big or small, with stereo sound from the JBL Authentics 200. A pair of 1” tweeters bring each song to life, while the full-range 5” woofer and down firing 6” passive radiator creates deep bass for perfect balance, no matter the genre.
Iconic retro design with a modern twist Beautiful design inspired by famed JBL heritage. Taking inspiration from the legendary
JBL L100 speaker from the 1970s, the JBL Authentics range draws on JBL’s rich history with a modern twist. With a premium aluminium frame, custom synthetic leather-wrapped enclosure, and a reimagined Quadrex grille, the JBL Authentics range is designed to make a statement.

Industry-first integration built with Amazon and Google – Introducing a new integration built in collaboration with Amazon and Google that provides customers simultaneous access to their voice assistants on JBL Authentics speakers, allowing customers that choose to register both assistants to communicate with either Google Assistant or Alexa at the same time on the same device. With Google Assistant and Alexa available simultaneously, customers have the choice and flexibility to communicate seamlessly with both voice assistants and take advantage of their different capabilities, and switch between them for different activities. Once enabled, use either voice assistant to play your favourite music, control your smart home devices, set timers and alarms, and more, hands-free, using just your voice. Once the assistants are set-up on the JBL One app, just say “Hey Google,” or “Alexa” to get started.

Experience everything from podcasts to Internet radio in stunning high definition. The advantages of a Wi-Fi connection continue. Stream music through AirPlay, Alexa MultiRoom Music (MRM), Spotify Connect, and Chromecast built-in™ and leave the room or take a call without interrupting the music. Can’t agree on a song? Place multiple JBL Authentics speakers throughout your home, setting a different mood in every room. Or connect two or more to play a single playlist to get everybody enjoying the same beat. Looking for great sound in every room? Automatic self-tuning calibrates and adapts the
audio performance whenever the speaker is switched on, so you can sit back and relax, knowing the sound will be optimised no matter where you place the speaker.

“The heritage of our brands has always been important to us, and the JBL Authentics range delivers on audio quality, unique design, and unmatched features,” said Carsten Olesen, President of Consumer Audio at HARMAN. “We live in an era where ‘newstalgia’ is in great demand. The JBL Authentics range draws from our iconic past with its retro design while delivering the superior sound and technology that our customers expect. Innovations such as Dolby Atmos and simultaneous voice assistants meet the retro and reimagined Quadrex grille design in a speaker range that defines the future of audio.”

Easily set up the speakers and browse integrated music services to find new songs and artists through the JBL One app. With the app’s fully customisable EQ settings, you can fully personalise your listening experience. JBL Authentics is made from 100% recycled fabric, 85% recycled plastic and 50% recycled aluminium. It is available in Black from 15th of September 2023 on uk.jbl.com in packaging made from FSC-certified paper and printed with soy ink.

Availability 15th of September 15th of September 15th of September
Pricing £579.99/€629.99 £379.99/€429.99 £299.99/€329.99
*Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant may not be available in all countries or languages.
Availability, features, and functionality may vary

#IFA2023 – JBL launches the PartyBox Ultimate speaker

Bigger, better, bolder. JBL’s popular PartyBox speakers have a new headline act, introducing JBL PartyBox Ultimate. Packed with superior JBL Original Pro Sound, Dolby Atmos immersive audio, and a breathtaking light show moving in sync with your beat. JBL PartyBox Ultimate is guaranteed to level up any party, anywhere.

Feel the sound, don’t just hear it. The JBL PartyBox Ultimate is the best-sounding and loudest JBL PartyBox yet, featuring superior JBL Original Pro Sound with two high-sensitivity mid-range drivers and dual tweeters so you can listen to all the details of your favourite tracks, even at the loudest volumes. No space is too big – the JBL PartyBox Ultimate can rock the size of two basketball courts as a pair of 9-inch subwoofers provide thunderous bass you can feel from anywhere in the room. Dolby Atmos* puts you in the centre of your favourite songs as the music comes alive around you with unparalleled clarity and depth.

Transform any space into the ultimate party with the biggest multi-dimensional light show of any party speaker. Thanks to a new starry night effect, cool light trails, and dynamic strobes, the light show moves in sync with the music delivering a party to your ears and eyes, whatever your style.

Wi-Fi connectivity has joined the party

Stream high-definition music and take the music with you thanks to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities. Hosting a house party while phone notifications keep popping? The Wi-Fi connection lets the music play without interruptions. Switch easily to Bluetooth for seamless audio whether you’re indoors or outside. No matter where you are, the JBL PartyBox.

Ultimate will automatically tune itself to its surroundings every time you turn it on. Customise your own party flow with the interactive JBL PartyPad™ on the PartyBox top panel. Three simple fingertip actions, tap, hold and slide, unleash DJ-quality sound effects all night long. Play your favourite playlist or take the stage with guitar and dual mic inputs and karaoke EQ tuning. Wherever the party takes you, the JBL PartyBox Ultimate is IPX4 splashproof and has an easy-to-grip handle with sturdy wheels so you can take the party anywhere.

“Every party needs music, but to get people dancing, you need bass. With our latest and largest addition to the PartyBox family, you can hear the music while you feel the bass. We also introduce our most immersive light show along with new technologies that bring real benefits like Wi-Fi connectivity, automatic self-tuning, and Dolby Atmos,” said Carsten Olesen, President of Consumer Audio at HARMAN.

The JBL PartyBox Ultimate will be available at uk.jbl.com from the end of August 2023 for
£1299.99/€1499.99

Features of the JBL PartyBox Ultimate:
● JBL Original Pro Sound with automatic self-tuning
● Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3 (LE Audio ready) connectivity
● Dolby Atmos
● Multi-speaker connection – stereo pair two JBL PartyBox Ultimate speakers for a
wider soundstage or connect multiple speakers wirelessly
● Signature JBL PartyBox light show that automatically syncs to music
● JBL PartyPad™ to customise your party flow with three simple fingertip actions – tap,
hold, and slide
● Get the party rolling – IPX4 splashproof status, sturdy wheels, an easy-to-grip handle,
and a cable compartment to store your power cord when not in use
● Control at your fingertips with the JBL One App – control the music, adjust EQ
settings, and customise the colours and patterns of the light show
*Dolby Atmos only available over Wi-Fi. A streaming service subscription with Dolby Atmos
support is also required to listen to music in Dolby Atmos.

URBANISTA MALIBU: The waterproof activity speaker powered by light

Urbanista, the Swedish lifestyle audio brand, announces the latest addition to its line-up of light powered audio products: Urbanista Malibu, the world’s first solar charging wireless speaker with integrated Powerfoyle™solar cell technology. Urbanista Malibu is a waterproof activity speaker that self-charges whenever exposed to indoor or outdoor light, making it a product truly designed for life in motion

Made out of recycled plastic and materials, Malibu is your sustainable sound companion, wherever your day takes you. The IP67-rated speaker is fully waterproof and protected against sand, dust and dirt, keeping the music going all day long, whatever the conditions.

Inspired by the iconic beach city known for its outdoor life, Urbanista Malibu is priced at £149 / €169 / $149 and comes in three colourways, including the classic Midnight Black, and the new Desert Grey. Malibu will be available online at urbanista.com/malibu and retailers worldwide from late September 2023.

Unbound freedom with Malibu

The durable Malibu speaker offers everything you need to immerse yourself in your music. The integrated lanyard and rugged design are built for convenience, water-resistance and durability so you can take your tunes anywhere.

Malibu’s mobile companion app gives you deep customisation options such as fully customisable EQ band, so you can adjust the speaker’s audio to meet your taste. The app also helps you keep track of the speaker’s live light-charging and historical data to make the most out of your playtime. Malibu comes with a full day battery reserve, making sure you will never run out of charge, no matter the lighting conditions.

Putting you in complete control of your audio experience, with Malibu you can effortlessly take charge of your audio with the speaker’s intuitive control buttons, or connect up to two devices together with the Stereo Link function for a true stereo experience.

Tuomas Lonka, Brand and Marketing Director at Urbanista, comments: “We have been excited to continue to progress and innovate the audio market with brand new applications of the latest in solar cell technology. We knew as soon as we launched our self-charging headphones, Los Angeles, that we would be striving to apply this innovative technology to create a new way of consuming audio, to other product applications for our customers. We continue to push the pace and boundaries of innovation as this is our third light powered product launch in three years. To bring yet another world’s first product with Powerfoyle™ technology to market is something we are very proud of and we are excited to see the adventure people go on with Urbanista Malibu.”

Giovanni Fili, CEO at Exeger comments: “Urbanista is setting the example I expect all our partners to follow. In 2021, we started with the world’s first self-powered headphones, the ‘Los Angeles’, followed by the ‘Phoenix’ true wireless earbuds. Today, the ‘Malibu’ speaker becomes the third product in just three years, completing the full line-up of audio devices powered by clean, endless energy. Urbanista has created the blueprint for the rest of the consumer electronics industry by showing that Powerfoyle, with its increased functionality, ultimate user convenience, and a positive impact on the planet, should be in every new product! This is how we set a new standard of convenience and sustainability in the consumer electronics industry and I invite everyone to join our journey.”

Watch the full Urbanista Malibu “Join the Unbound” campaign film and experience the future of audio technology with the self-charging activity speaker powered by light:

Urbanista Malibu key features:
• Indoor and outdoor light charging
• Full day battery reserve
• IP67 dust and waterproof
• 2 x 10 watt output power
• Recycled plastic and fabrics
• Durable design for outdoor use
• Stereo Link for connecting two speakers
• USB Type-C charging
• Lanyard for portability
• Urbanista mobile app compatible
• Available in Midnight Black (black) and Desert Grey (grey)

Harman Kardon Go + Play 3 delivers outstanding audio with a refined aesthetic

Combining meticulous craftsmanship with exceptional audio quality, meet  the Harman Kardon Go + Play 3 Bluetooth speaker. Reimagined inside and out, this new portable  speaker takes the renowned Go + Play line to new heights while honouring its rich heritage. 

The Harman Kardon Go + Play 3 portable speaker delivers an unparalleled home audio experience.  The speaker boasts a powerful, dynamic room-filling sound with pure clarity, thanks to its high output  3-way stereo drivers, including a new exposed down-firing subwoofer. Embrace the speaker’s  versatility to stream music, podcasts, conference calls, and more from Bluetooth-enabled devices.  With up to 8 hours of battery life, it can be moved around any home, whether in the living room, home  office, or on the garden patio. Plus, it automatically tunes itself to its new surroundings for effortless  optimized sound. 

Maintaining the signature Harman Kardon Go + Play semi-circular silhouette, the new generation  features a refined and uplifted body, cased in luxurious textiles and high-quality materials throughout.  The sleek design introduces a tempered glass top with touch controls and an anodized aluminium handle for convenient portability throughout the home. Crafted using recycled materials without  compromising on quality, Go + Play 3 uses 100% recycled polyester yarn for the outer fabric, 90%  recycled aluminium for the handle, and 85% post-consumer recycled plastic is used in the internal  frame. 

The convenient USB charging port will keep any device topped up with battery, and with dual far-field  microphones, conference calls are covered even if you are not standing next to the speaker.  Wirelessly pair two speakers together for an even bigger stereo sound in larger spaces indoors and  out.

The Harman Kardon Go + Play 3 represents a contemporary speaker solution that reflects the  listener’s needs and seamlessly integrates into any modern interior. 

The new speaker is being unveiled as part of the Harman Kardon 70th anniversary celebration at the  Montreux Jazz Festival. It will be available in the UK from 15 September 2023 on harmankardon.co.uk for £299.99/€349.99 and is delivered in packaging constructed from FSC-certified paper and printed  with soy-based inks. 

Tech Review – Urbanista Memphis Bluetooth Speaker

The Urbanista Memphis is one of the latest speakers on offer and two were announced recently and this one is the smaller of the two launched, not only that it is one the lightest speakers I have tested in some time and even for its size it packs a punch and has all the features you need to take it along with you anywhere. Being the size of a can of drink perhaps smaller being honest it is super portable and can be used anywhere be it the beach the pool your back garden or just sat on your bedside locker and will certainly get the tunes going with a great punch and bass behind it.

The speaker is as mentioned smaller than your average can of soft drink and has a nice fabric around the main housing, there is a rubber circular foot underneath to stop it moving however we did notice it moving as some speakers can sue to the vibration they give out, the is three buttons on the bottom to control the tracks pair another speaker and power it on and off, there is a port in the back to charge the unit via USB-C and a real bonus having a micro sd slot to add your own tunes to it which is handy and like me I do have a card loaded with tunes..

There was no distortion noted whatsoever when turned up to the max and highs lows and mids came out fine too, no matter what genre you throw at it the speaker sounds exceptionally good for its size and was better than I had anticipated. To top things off this can also be hung from a tree or your backpack or even bike with the large carabener clip that comes with it inside the box.

Check the video below for a full hands on tour and hear the samples for yourself.

Mix up the mood of the weekend pool party, beach gathering or camping trip with the ultra-portable Urbanista Memphis. Memphis is compatible with both Android and iOS devices so everyone’s invited to wirelessly share their favourite tracks through easy Bluetooth pairing. With up to 12 hours of playtime, this speaker will elevate the mood in any occasion for as long as you need it to. You can even connect two Memphis speakers together for a true stereo experience with the Stereo Link feature.

 

KEY FEATURES

Playtime 12 hours
Rain and splash proof (IPX5)
Button controls
USB Type-C charging
Dual speaker support
Carabiner hook
Dual stereo sound
100% recycled outer plastic

SPECIFICATIONS

Output power: 5 Watts
Bluetooth range: 10M
Bluetooth® version: 5.2
Audio source: BT5.3/TWS/HFP
Sound channel: Mono
Frequency Range: 20Hz-20KHz
Power Input: 5V-1A
Speaker: 2”*1
Battery: 1500mAh
Product dimension: 79*62*79mm
Weight: 190g

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