Published on: 2025-06-05 01:03:00
The best Bluetooth speakers have a place near and dear to our hearts, even as we've seen smart speakers improving their sound and portability. By (mostly) forgoing Wi-Fi radios and voice assistants, Bluetooth speakers are ultraportable, able to venture into the world and withstand rugged conditions like a sandy beach or a steamy Airbnb jacuzzi. They provide worry-free connection to any smartphone, and the top options offer sound that meets or beats the average smart speaker. We've tested hundre
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-06-09 22:30:19
ZDNET's key takeaways The Valortiva Octa A1 integrated amp is available on Amazon for $399. This integrated amp is so easy to set up that anyone can be dancing to their favorite tunes in minutes. The Octa A1 amp only produces 35W of power. $399 at Amazon Have you ever wanted to stream music (or a podcast) from your phone to a room filled with people, but found that most Bluetooth speakers just don't get loud enough? What if I told you that you could connect a pair of passive speakers and a s
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-06-13 09:09:00
If you were to ask me what my favorite new portable Bluetooth speaker of 2025 is so far, I'd have to say Sony's ULT Field 5 speaker. When it launched back in April, I called it one of the best-sounding Bluetooth speakers I've tested in its size class. However, it cost $330, which is pretty pricey, though I suspected we'd see it discounted in due time. Well, that time is now, as the speaker is currently on sale for $250 or $80 off its list price. It was initially discounted ahead of Memorial Day,
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-06-13 13:46:33
Dolby's FlexConnect is, unsurprisingly, also being added to TCL's new speakers too. Dolby's automatic speaker calibration tech FlexConnect finally comes to market via TCL's 2025 QD-Mini LED TVs. The company had originally announced the technology back in 2023, and was set to debut it with TCL's 2024 TV lineup. FlexConnect lets users place wireless speakers anywhere in a room without worrying about perfect configuration. The surround sound will then be optimized automatically based on the layou
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-06-16 17:16:26
Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Sonos' speakers are known for their premium price tags, but if you're looking for a more affordable entry-point to the ecosystem, you can get up to 25 percent off some of the company's portable speakers and speaker bundles for Memorial Day. That includes $113 off the Sonos Move 2, whic
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-06-16 13:39:00
ZDNET's key takeaways The Fire TV Soundbar Plus is perfect for those who want an affordable plug-and-play solution, available now for $249 standalone or $480 for the bundle. Bass is impressive (especially with the subwoofer), and the dialogue enhancement feature is helpful for clarity. It lacks built-in Wi-Fi streaming, smart features, or Alexa integration, connects with Bluetooth, and doesn't have a companion app. View now at Amazon View now at Amazon more buying choices For a limited time,
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-06-17 23:58:00
If you were to ask me what my favorite new portable Bluetooth speaker of 2025 is so far, I'd have to say Sony's ULT Field 5 speaker. When it launched back in April, I called it one of the best-sounding Bluetooth speakers I've tested in its size class. However, it cost $330, which is pretty pricey, though I suspected we'd see it discounted in due time. Well, that time is now, as the speaker is on sale for $250 or $80 off its list price for Memorial Day. Read more: Best Memorial Day 2025 Deals I
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-06-18 05:45:37
Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Sonos has joined in on the Memorial Day sales by discounting its portable speakers. You can get up to 25 percent off right now on items including the Sonos Move 2, which is $113 off and down to $336. The Sonos Roam 2 is also part of the sale with a $45 discount. The Sonos Move 2 was i
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-06-20 09:13:00
Why we like it: There are plenty of ultra-portable speakers out there that you won't even feel in your backpack or that you can clip onto a belt or strap when you're on the go. The best of these is the JBL Clip 5, which gets its name from the clip that's built into it and that allows you to connect it to all kinds of different straps and belt loops. One of the best things about this speaker is that it works with the same app as JBL's other speakers, which is more than many other ultra-portable o
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-06-20 13:12:00
ZDNET's key takeaways The Fire TV Soundbar Plus is perfect for those who want an affordable plug-and-play solution, available now for $249 standalone or $480 for the bundle. Bass is impressive (especially with the subwoofer), and the dialogue enhancement feature is helpful for clarity. It lacks built-in Wi-Fi streaming, smart features, or Alexa integration, connects with Bluetooth, and doesn't have a companion app. View now at Amazon View now at Amazon more buying choices For a limited time,
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-06-21 21:26:36
ZDNET's key takeaways Beats' latest Pill speaker is available for $150 in five colorways: Statement Red, Matte Black, Champagne Gold, Navy Blue, and Blush Pink. An impressive battery life and a subtle, clean design set the Beats Pill apart from its competitors. However, Beats' overemphasized, bass-forward sound can mask the other aspects of a song. View now at Best Buy The Beats Pill (2024) is currently on sale for $100, $50 off its original price. Beats recently released two new Pill colors,
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-06-22 05:56:28
Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Sonos' speakers are known for their premium price tags, but if you're looking for a more affordable entry-point to the ecosystem, you can get up to 25 percent off some of the company's portable speakers and speaker bundles for Memorial Day. That includes $113 off the Sonos Move 2, whic
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-06-28 04:00:35
Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi | Assistant support: Amazon Alexa | Max wattage: 30W | Battery life: N/A | Height: 3.6" | Width: 3.9" Amazon, Apple and Google all have $100 smart speakers: the fourth-generation Echo, the HomePod mini and the Nest Audio, respectively. All three companies claim superior audio quality, so for lots of people these speakers will be the sweet spot between small speakers like the Echo Dot and Nest Mini and bigger, more expensive models like the Sonos Era 100. Once aga
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-06-28 17:00:35
Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . Whether you're jamming out at the beach, setting up a backyard movie night or just want some tunes while you work, a great portable Bluetooth speaker is a must-have. The best options today go beyond just playing music — they deliver punchy bass, crisp vocals and even customizable sound
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-07-01 21:10:00
ZDNET's key takeaways The Valortiva Octa A1 integrated amp is available on Amazon for $399. This integrated amp is so easy to set up that anyone can be dancing to their favorite tunes in minutes. The Octa A1 amp only produces 35W of power. $399 at Amazon Have you ever wanted to stream music (or a podcast) from your phone to a room filled with people, but found that most Bluetooth speakers just don't get loud enough? What if I told you that you could connect a pair of passive speakers and a s
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-07-04 01:51:20
ZDNET's key takeaways The Platin Monaco 5.2.1 speaker system is available on Amazon for $1,000. With a simple setup and well-defined sound, the Monaco is ideal for entertainment streaming and small spaces. The Monaco's subwoofer lacks power, and the system requires a phone app as the remote. $999 at Amazon Last year, the JBL Bar 1000 set a high standard for soundbars. Since then, nothing has come close to the rich, multi-dimensional sound produced by that system, and I cannot imagine any soun
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-07-04 13:45:41
Let’s be honest. Your TV’s built-in speakers probably aren’t cutting it. And that’s okay, because those types of speakers generally aren’t very good. You get muffled dialogue, flat action scenes, and lackluster music. And for some people, setting up a full surround sound system can feel like too much. It’s too many wires, too many speakers, too much money. If you still want decent sound but don’t want complicated setup times and an extremely expensive entry price, a soundbar should be at the top
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-07-05 05:15:21
is a news writer fond of the electric vehicle lifestyle and things that plug in via USB-C. He spent over 15 years in IT support before joining The Verge. Apple is pushing a new software update for Apple TV today that includes a useful feature for home theater setups: the ability to automatically calibrate the synchronization of Dolby Atmos surround sound audio with your speakers. The new tvOS 18.5 update enhances Apple’s existing Wireless Audio Sync feature, introduced in 2019, that lets you u
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-07-06 17:00:26
xMEMS has launched the Sycamore-W, which it claims is the "world’s thinnest speaker designed specifically for wrist-worn wearables." The Sycamore-W is only 1 mm thin and weighs only 150 mg, making it approximately 70 percent smaller than the speakers typically used for smart watches. xMEMS took the micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) technology used in cell phones' microphones and developed drivers based on it for use in earphones instead. Last year, it launched the Sycamore speakers, based o
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-07-11 12:25:31
Jada Jones/ZDNET In addition to a pair of trusty headphones for private listening when you're out in public, you need a portable speaker to keep the music bumping when you're outside grilling, swimming, or walking. A speaker to have inside for jamming out while you're cleaning, cooking, or hosting friends is a bonus, and one that's stylish enough to go from your outdoor hike to your indoor dinner party is a rarity. Also: The best Mother's Day gifts for tech-loving moms Although smart home spe
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-07-13 09:17:00
ZDNET's key takeaways The Yamaha True X Bar 50A is available now at a discount, with surround speakers sold separately (and individually). The sound produced by these speakers is rich, deep, well-blended, and spacious. I just wish the setup process was more seamless and simple. $499.95 at Amazon $499.95 at B&H Photo-Video $499.95 at Crutchfield more buying choices For months, I was one hundred percent certain the JBL Bar 1000 soundbar couldn't be beat. It offers incredible clarity of sound, r
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-07-15 17:00:52
Sonos and IKEA are ending their partnership and phasing out existing products. The duo collaborated on the Symfonisk lineup, which included lamp speakers, picture frame speakers and bookshelf speakers. Software updates will still be available for Symfonisk products. Over the past eight years, we’ve had the pleasure of working closely with IKEA and are proud of what we’ve achieved," Sonos told Engadget. "Although our work together has largely wound down and we won’t be releasing new products as
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-07-17 13:39:45
is a senior reviewer who has worked at The Verge since its founding in 2011. His coverage areas include audio (Sonos, Apple, Bose, Sony, etc.), home theater, smartphones, photography, and more. After several years, the collaboration between Sonos and Ikea on “Symfonisk” products like lamp speakers, bookshelf speakers, and even picture frame speakers has reached its conclusion. Sonos confirmed to The Verge on Tuesday that current inventory of the Symfonisk lineup is being phased out globally at
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-07-19 13:27:18
ZDNET's key takeaways Beats' latest Pill speaker is available for $150 in five colorways: Statement Red, Matte Black, Champagne Gold, Navy Blue, and Blush Pink. An impressive battery life and a subtle, clean design set the Beats Pill apart from its competitors. However, Beats' overemphasized, bass-forward sound can mask the other aspects of a song. View now at Best Buy The Beats Pill (2024) is currently on sale for $130, $20 off its original price. Two weeks ago, Beats released two new Pill c
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-07-26 09:15:10
Duolingo The world's most popular language-learning app is becoming a lot more multilingual. For beginning-level speakers In an announcement today, Duolingo said it is adding 148 new language courses, more than doubling the current number of offerings. Also: Your Meta Ray-Bans just got a big update for free - and it feels like science fiction Seven of the world's most popular languages -- Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, and Mandarin -- are now available in the app's 28 s
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-07-31 17:00:20
ZDNET's key takeaways The Fire TV Soundbar Plus is perfect for those who want an affordable plug-and-play solution, available now for $249 standalone or $480 for the bundle. Bass is impressive (especially with the subwoofer), and the dialogue enhancement feature is helpful for clarity. It lacks built-in Wi-Fi streaming, smart features, or Alexa integration, connects with Bluetooth, and doesn't have a companion app. View now at Amazon View now at Amazon more buying choices Amazon showcased its
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-08-05 13:30:20
ZDNET's key takeaways The Platin Monaco 5.2.1 speaker system is available on Amazon for $1,000. With a simple setup and well-defined sound, the Monaco is ideal for entertainment streaming and small spaces. The Monaco's subwoofer lacks power, and the system requires a phone app as the remote. $999 at Amazon Last year, the JBL Bar 1000 set a high standard for soundbars. Since then, nothing has come close to the rich, multi-dimensional sound produced by that system, and I cannot imagine any soun
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-08-05 17:30:00
is a deputy editor and Verge co-founder with a passion for human-centric cities, e-bikes, and life as a digital nomad. He’s been a tech journalist for 20 years. Anker’s new all-in-one Nebula X1 smart projector has everything you’d want from a “cinema-grade outdoor entertainment system.” It produces a bright 4K image from a triple-laser light engine capable of 3,500 ANSI lumens, automatically finds the best place to project an image optimized for the environment, has Google TV built-in to unloc
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-08-06 17:34:54
ZDNET's key takeaways The LG S95TR soundbar with wireless subwoofer is optimized for the company's OLED TVs with immersive audio features. The LGS95TR may be expensive, but the high-quality audio is easily worth the price. The soundbar has many features, but some of the best ones require a newer LG TV model. View now at Best Buy View now at LG View now at Amazon more buying choices LG released the S95TR soundbar earlier this year, following much hype, as a high-end complement to its newest OL
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Find related items on AmazonPublished on: 2025-08-07 05:02:35
is a senior reviewer who has worked at The Verge since its founding in 2011. His coverage areas include audio (Sonos, Apple, Bose, Sony, etc.), home theater, smartphones, photography, and more. After the year of self-induced tumult that Sonos has been through, I can understand why some people are reluctant to spend money on the company’s products. But interim CEO Tom Conrad has shown that he’s determined to get back on track and revitalize Sonos as the leading whole-home audio brand. The conten
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