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The Bose Soundlink Micro is the new ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker synonymous with home audio and noise-canceling headphones. We have had a good run lately with portable Bluetooth speakers. It really seems that the segment has improved exponentially over the past few years, so we were excited to review this little Bose unit given the companies pedigree in sound. The Soundlink Micro is a tiny, pocketable Bluetooth speaker that is extremely rugged in its design and waterproof with an IPX7 rating. It has a claimed battery life of 6 hours and has support for Siri and Google Voice. Build quality is excellent.
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- Bose’s Rugged Bluetooth Speaker Sounds Better Wherever You Put It
- Best Bose speakers 2021: portable, multi-room, wireless
- S1 Pro system
- Bose SoundLink Micro review
- Bose Portable Smart Speaker
- We put the new Bose portable smart speaker to the test
- Bose Portable Smart Speaker
- The Best Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Bose’s Rugged Bluetooth Speaker Sounds Better Wherever You Put It
CNET editors pick the products and services we write about. When you buy through our links, we may get a commission. The new model keeps the same list price while adding longer battery life, speakerphone support and replacing the proprietary AC charger with one that's compatible with standard micro-USB cables.
It's a good thing Bose has its logo splayed across the front of its new ultracompact wireless Bluetooth speaker, the SoundLink Mini, because if it didn't, you just might think it was made by Apple. There's something very "i" about it -- and not just the Mini that's part of its name.
Perhaps it's the unibody aluminum enclosure that surrounds the two small drivers and front and back radiators. Or the fact that at 1.
Whatever it is, this is a sleek-looking, very compact wireless speaker. It also happens to sound good. For what it is, anyway. After all, there's only so much sound -- or shall I say quality sound -- that you can get out of a palm-size speaker.
But as a whole there are enough enticements, including a bundled charging cradle, to make you overlook the small drawbacks, namely the lack of speakerphone functionality and a somewhat high price tag. Design and features As with its larger SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker II , Bose is targeting a broad audience with this product, and the Mini is designed to be very simple to use, with clearly labeled buttons on the top.
Like all Bluetooth speakers, it will stream audio wirelessly from virtually any smartphone or tablet, plus any Bluetooth-enabled PC or audio player. The speaker remembers up to six devices, so you'll only need to sync each one once. Your device should automatically pair again with the speaker if it's in range with Bluetooth activated and the speaker is turned on.
I liked that the unit comes with a desktop charging cradle. You can also plug the included AC adapter directly into the unit, so you don't have to take the cradle with you when you travel. However, it does not charge via USB, so you do need the AC adapter the prongs on the adapter fold flat, which is helpful, but it's still another accessory you have carry around with you. On the plus side, speakers that require charging from an AC adapter tend to be more powerful and output more sound.
While the cradle is a nice extra, everything else will cost you. I didn't test the carrying case, but the sleeve, which comes in a few different color options, is nice. It doesn't quite protect the whole speaker, but most of it -- and the nice thing is that you can still charge the speaker in the cradle without removing it from the sleeve. In terms of connectivity, there's an auxiliary input on the side for non-Bluetooth devices as well as a Micro-USB port on the back for potential firmware upgrades.
I really liked the whole look and feel of the speaker, but like Bose's step-up SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker II, it has no integrated speakerphone, which is too bad. I find it a little weird, only because the unit looks like it's made to sit on a bedside table or home-office desk, where it would come in handy as a speakerphone. For most people this won't be a deal-breaker I suspect Bose has done its market research and determined that the speakerphone is an underused feature in Bluetooth speakers , but this is a must-have feature for some consumers.
Performance How does the Mini sound? Well, while it just can't deliver the performance of a larger speaker, for what it is -- and its tiny size -- it sounds very good. The one thing I noticed about it more than some other speakers is that placement makes a big difference.
Putting it closer to a wall definitely improves bass response and the speaker sounds fuller. It also plays pretty loud -- louder than the Jawbone Jambox , for instance -- but it's clear that Bose's engineers had to restrain the sound a little in order to avoid distortion at higher volumes.
You can kind of feel the speaker wanting to go louder but those finely tuned algorithms running through Bose's digital signal processor DSP are keeping it from going too far and doing something it shouldn't. Overall, the sound signature is somewhat laid-back and forgiving; sound is a bit creamier.
The bass goes pretty deep, but it doesn't sound incredibly tight or punchy. All in all, however, you come away with the sense that Bose eked out about as much as it could from a speaker this size. It can fill a small room with sound and does all right in medium-size rooms, too. As for battery life, Bose says you'll get 7 hours of play time and a 3-hour recharge time.
I managed to use the speaker over the course of an 8-hour workday without a problem, though I was listening at moderate volume levels and I did take a short listening break for a minute lunch.
That's fairly decent, though some speakers are rated at over 10 hours of battery life. Comparing the Mini with such products as the similarly priced Beats Pill , the Bose comes out the winner, with better sound and slicker design, though the Beats Pill does include a carrying case and have speakerphone capabilities.
A new one seems to show up every week and many of the small ones tend to sound pretty similar. By that I mean the average consumer would think they sound pretty good for their small size, but they tend to sound a little thin and distort sound at higher volumes, particularly with bass-heavy material. In terms of price, of course, the Bose SoundLink Mini is at the high end of the spectrum for ultracompact Bluetooth speakers.
That said, it's a step up in design and build quality from most of the competition and while it has its sound limitations a tiny wireless speaker can only sound so good , it delivers bigger, fuller sound than most similarly sized Bluetooth speakers.
In other words, it definitely stands out from the pack, even if in some cases the sound difference is relatively small -- JBL's Flip and Charge , for example, deliver very good sound for the money. I also wish the Mini had an integrated speakerphone and came with a protective cover, though the inclusion of a charging dock helps mitigate those omissions. Ultimately, it may come down to simple aesthetics and how you intend to use the speaker. The SoundLink Mini is targeted at someone who's looking for a very sleek wireless speaker that sounds very good for its tiny size and can be easily moved from room to room and the patio but at the end of the day will probably end up docked in a bedroom or home office, perhaps parked next to an iMac or MacBook Air.
They do go well together. David Carnoy. Bose SoundLink Mini Bluetooth speaker. It also has excellent build quality, with a unibody aluminum enclosure, and includes a charging cradle that you can leave plugged in.
Fairly pricey; no speakerphone capabilities; protective case costs extra. See full specs See all prices. Speakers Bose.
Best Bose speakers 2021: portable, multi-room, wireless
From Bluetooth-enabled portable speakers to wireless surround systems, we feature large and small audio components in various price ranges to make the sound come alive in your home, office or dorm room. There are a variety of portable audio devices available. You will find models geared for streaming and enjoying music from just about anywhere. Sam's Club has headphones , ear buds and headsets in an array of styles like those that go over-the-ear an others that are wireless. Some of these devices offer noise canceling for clear sound without interference from your surrounding area and the ability to receive calls through compatible Bluetooth-enabled smartphones. MP3 Players provide convenient portability for taking your downloaded tunes on the road. Latest models also feature advanced technology to give you an upgraded entertaining experience.
S1 Pro system
The two speakers are specially engineered, with dual-opposing passive-radiators and an efficient transducer, to eliminate distortion and sound spacious and accurate. At low to mid volumes, it gives you room-filling sound with negligible distortion. The speaker sounds great whether placed in the middle of the room or against a wall. It can be grouped with other SoundLink speakers, if you have them, through the Bose Connect app. The handle is useful. And it has a built-in mic so you can answer calls without having to pick up your phone. At high volumes, high frequencies can lose a bit of their bite. Fairly expensive. It charges via micro-USB.
Bose SoundLink Micro review
The Bose SoundLink Revolve aims to solve the main problem with most wireless speakers: despite their convenience, they're usually directional, sounding their best in one specific spot. Bose and others have attempted to fix this with degree sound technology. And while the Revolve is starting to show its age — this review was originally penned when it launched in — it remains a capable little unit. One negative point we'll mention straight away is that the IPX4 rating on the SoundLink Revolve means the speaker will survive splashes but probably not a dip in the pool or a trip to the beach. The new Revolve II now comes with a hour battery life, a modest upgrade from its predecessor's hour charge.
Bose Portable Smart Speaker
The best Bose speakers are serious pound-for-pound performers. You get a premium build quality, intuitive controls and some bold, expressive audio. Even the small ones tend to impress. Some models even support Amazon Alexa voice commands and music services like Spotify and Deezer too. If you're looking to create a wireless multi-room system, the SoundTouch range is Bose's answer to a Sonos set-up.
We put the new Bose portable smart speaker to the test
We purchase our own speakers and put them under the same test bench, so that you can compare the results easily. No cherry-picked units sent by brands. The Bose Portable Home Speaker is a fairly small speaker with outstanding voice assistant capabilities. It has Alexa and Google Assistant built-in, and it has no trouble understanding you even if you're far away or in a noisy room. It's incredibly portable, thanks to its lightweight design and carrying handle. However, its battery only lasts around five hours, and it doesn't get very loud. Out-of-the-box, its sound profile is fairly boomy, although its companion app has bass and treble sliders that let you tweak its sound.
Bose Portable Smart Speaker
If you're knee-deep in the Bose ecosystem and want a travel-friendly speaker that can withstand nearly anything, the SoundLink Micro is a great addition to have. Otherwise, save some money and go with something like the JBL Clip 2. Portable Bluetooth speakers are a great way to bring the party anywhere, but they often forgo sound quality for portability. Even a few years after its release, this waterproof speaker remains one of our favorites.
The Best Portable Bluetooth Speaker
You always bring the best playlist. Now make sure you bring the best sound. The Bose S1 system. Stream wirelessly from a mobile device or plug in a microphone or even your favourite musical instrument. And once you get there, the rechargeable battery gives you up to 11 hours of play time. Weighing only 7.
Bose's family of smart speakers and soundbars sound awesome, but you've been stuck listening to the stationary objects in only specific spots around your home. But for a lower-cost and more portable design, Bose's take on a wireless smart speaker is very compelling. I thought it made the speaker look like a pail or a bizarre pocketbook. This device begs to be picked up. This new speaker is available in two color options: triple black and luxe silver. The former adopts a solid black scheme, while the latter and the one I used for this review takes on a two-tone, white-and-chrome-silver combination.
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