This portable Sony speaker replaced my Bose SoundLink Max - while costing hundreds less

ZDNET's key takeaways At $200, the Sony Ult Field 3 speaker is a mid-range powerhouse with great sound and ample bass. With a 24-hour battery life and features that encourage speaker syncing, the Ult Field 3 would be perfect for regular hosts and music lovers. I can't think of anything wrong with this incredible speaker, and its price competes with other speakers of this size and spec. $198 at Amazon $198 at B&H Photo-Video more buying choices Under this cloud of rain and gloomy April weather, it's hard to imagine brighter, active days to come. But like the storms of spring, surely they will. Think picnics in the park, trips to the beach, or clear-skyed tailgates. Once these sunnier days arrive, I'll want to fill them with music -- clear, punchy, and booming music. Also: This soundbar has some of the best audio I've ever heard, but there's one thing I can't get over Thankfully, Sony's latest speaker can help me out with that. The audio brand is building on its Ult Power Sound Seri ... Read full article.