Logitech's Mini Boombox is a $99 Bluetooth speaker, we go hands-on (video)

Logitech's Mini Boombox is a Bluetooth speaker, we go hands-on (video)

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Logitech's Mini Boombox is a Bluetooth speaker, we go hands-on (video)

Logitech's Mini Boombox is a Bluetooth speaker, we go hands-on (video)

Logitech's Mini Boombox is a Bluetooth speaker, we go hands-on (video)

? For a portable speaker? Yup, that was our reaction too -- especially when the Mini Boombox's larger sibling boasts four times as many drivers (eight instead of two) and costs just extra. But then we gave this more suitcase-friendly version a whirl and discovered that it's actually loud and balanced enough to do some justice to your tunes while you're on the move. In fact, it could well make a smarter purchase than those speakers you keep buying in airports and then deliberately losing. It's available from the end of this month, works with any A2DP Bluetooth-equipped smartphone or tablet and incorporates a mic for handling calls -- plus its rechargeable battery is claimed to last up to ten hours. Ears-on video and a quick round of 'name that tune' right after the break, along with the full PR.

Logitech's Mini Boombox is a Bluetooth speaker, we go hands-on (video)



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Logitech Mini Boombox for Smartphones

Logitech Mini Boombox for Smartphones

Logitech Mini Boombox for Smartphones

• Wireless speaker for smartphones, tablets and laptops: Stream music from your iPad, iPhone, Android device, laptop or other Bluetooth-enabled devices
• Great sound you can take anywhere: Compact size with specially designed acoustic chamber for full rich sound and enhanced bass
• Rechargeable battery: Listen unplugged up to 10 hours straight on the internal NiMH battery. (Actual battery life will vary with use, settings and environmental conditions. Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles.)
• Backlit touch panel controls: It's easy to stay in command - even in the dark of night
• Doubles as a speakerphone: Built-in mic for crystal clear, hands-free calls from your Bluetooth wireless mobile devices

Logitech Mini Boombox for Smartphones

First impressions based on about 30 minutes of use:

Packaging-Very small box made me wonder just how big this speaker would be. It is pretty well protected inside the package, and speaker was covered in protective film. Take off the top sticker off slowly, otherwise a sticky residue will be left behind.

Logitech Mini Boombox for Smartphones

Size-This is a micro boombox. I have uploaded some pictures, but the speaker is about as wide as an iPhone, about 1-1.5 inches tall, and about 2 inches deep at its deepest part.

Logitech Mini Boombox for Smartphones

Design-The top of the boombox is very high gloss, the sides a soft rubbery material, and a back panel with an on/off switch, AUX in, and Micro-USB charging port. The bottom of the speaker sits on two rubber pieces that keep the speaker from moving around.

Logitech Mini Boombox for Smartphones

Sound-Surprisingly loud and clear (I'd say about 2x louder than my MacBook Pro). I thought it was pretty bass heavy at first, but haven't really noticed much. The Bluetooth fidelity is really great, a lot better than my Yamaha home theatre system (the BT adapter for that cost the same as this boombox). It easily fills up a living room size area, but probably would get drowned out by the noise of several people talking.

Logitech Mini Boombox for Smartphones