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Bluetooth speakers ARE NOT SMART, but they are still dear to our hearts.
Smart speakers are easy to use for music and the weather, but they do have a
few niggles—first and foremost, good Wi-Fi. Bluetooth speakers are far more
durable, more portable, and more versatile, as well as being compatible with
any smartphone.
Therefore we have listed 14 futuristic bluetooth speakers that might appeal
to you:
1. Ultimate Ears Blast
UE (Ultimate Ears) is a popular speaker made by Logitech. These speakers are
compatible with Amazon’s Alexa, the smart assistant.
Using Alexa’s voice control feature, you can simply ask the device to play music
from Amazon Music, Apple Music, Spotify or other services, change tracks,
discover new restaurants or try any of Alexa’s skills to automate your home.
You will be able to listen to music from your mobile device or laptop for up to
12 hours with this speaker. It is extremely portable and has WiFi and Bluetooth
features. It comes with an IP67 certification for waterproofing.
With the UE Blast, you can easily have a blast by your poolside. Since it has a
Bluetooth range of 45m and a WiFi range of 100m, you can immerse it in water
up to one meter for 30 minutes.
As the Ultimate Ears gets updated with new features through the Ultimate Ears
app, it will also become smarter. In our opinion, this is one of the best portable
wireless Bluetooth speakers out there.
2. JBL Charger 3
The JBL Charge 3 is a powerful portable Bluetooth speaker that is also
waterproof. It enables you to pair up to three devices via Bluetooth and play
music on stereo system simultaneously. One of the best features of the Charge
3 is that it comes with a built-in 6000mAh Li-ion battery that gives up to 20
hours of playtime in addition to charging smartphones and tablets via USB.
JBL Charge 3 has an in-built microphone and can therefore be turned into a
speakerphone with the touch of a button. It is waterproof and its echo-
canceling technology ensures crystal clear calls. IPX7 certified. The Charge 3
has a durable fabric and rubber base that allows the speaker to withstand all
kinds of adventures. Therefore, it is very durable and you can take it wherever
you go.
One of the best bluetooth speakers you can buy in 2021 is the JBL Charge 3. It
offers great value for money due to its low price and powerful capabilities.
3. JBL Charge 3 Bluetooth Speaker
The JBL Charge 3 is a waterproof Bluetooth speaker that delivers a loud, crystal
clear sound performance. Its dual passive radiators reproduce the low end
frequencies in a powerful manner. The speaker can connect wirelessly to up to
three smartphones or tablets, each one playing stereo sound. It comes with a
22.2Wh Lithium-ion Polymer battery that can play music for over 20 hours
(volume level and content effects playtime).
It has amazing audio and music performance, with crisp highs, detailed
midranges, and amazing bass. The speaker is powerful and powerful enough to
fill a large room with sound without distortion.
The speaker has IPX7 water-resistant exterior protection, so you can take it
with you wherever you go. The fabric and rubber construction ensure sturdy
build quality and durability. This speaker features an array of features including
a noise and echo-cancelling speakerphone, as well as voice assistance
integration that lets you access Siri or Google Now with a button press.
4. JBL Plus 3 Bluetooth Speaker
Bluetooth connectivity makes it easy to pair with your smartphone, tablet, or
any other Bluetooth device. The JBL Pulse 3 is a waterproof, wireless speaker
that combines 360° sound with 360° light show. The speaker has a built-in
rechargeable battery that can run up to 12 hours, and can be protected from
rain and spills by the IPX7 waterproof housing.
Speakers like the JBL Pulse 3 have great sound quality, which is perfect for
parties or gatherings outside. A fresh beat made the music taste better and we
knew there would be no harshness or distortion. We also really enjoyed the
light show which changes in accordance with the sound quality.
In addition, you can make and receive calls from your speaker by using the
noise- and echo-cancelling speakerphone. Also, pulse three speakers can be
shaken to create a synchronized light show with other Pulse 3 devices. The
Pulse 3 can be set up to perform 360° sound performance and to have a
customizable 360° light show through JBL Connect with an app.
5. Sony XB10
With Sony being one of the world’s leading electronics manufacturing
companies, this device will be among the best Bluetooth speakers of all time.
Being number one on the list, this should tell you that this product is packed
with lots of features and functions.
The Sony XB10 Bluetooth speaker is the one for you if you are looking for
lightweight, portable speakers with good bass. It is also water-resistant, and is
good with batteries. Without saying any more, I will highly recommend this
speaker to anyone.
6. UE Boom 3
The UE boom3 Bluetooth speaker is a clear speaker, even at its highest volume,
and helps reduce distortion. Now it has a one-touch mix button so you can pull
up your favorite playlist without ever needing to pick up your phone. It is also
well designed, has a good battery life and has a wide range of coverage.
7. Anker Sound Core 2
The Anker SoundCore 2 from Anker, a leading accessories brand, is a wireless
Bluetooth speaker with a 24-hour battery life. With its built-in lithium-ion
battery and Anker’s industry-leading power management technology, you can
play up to 500 songs. SoundCore 2 is an upgrade to the original SoundCore that
has been designed to deliver the same build quality, clarity, and durability as
the original. It comes with two 6W high-performance drivers.
With BassUp, Anker enables you to experience a wide sound range, including
deep bass. It is water-resistant as it comes with IP5X certification. It is also
dustproof and hence you can take your music wherever you go. There is the
“Grab and go” portable design that allows you to take it anywhere and play
music. The design is generic but durable. There’s also a built-in microphone for
making calls, but the speakerphone echos.
The Anker SoundCore 2 is one of the best budget portable speakers on the
market in 2021. It has a 66 feet Bluetooth range which is pretty good. So it
would make one of the best budget speakers in 2021.
8. Sony GTKXB90
One of Sony’s most revolutionary speakers is their GTKXB90 Bluetooth speaker.
They have in fact won several awards for best party speakers over the years. To
get the party going, you need this speakers.
Aside from the speaker being a larger speaker with great bass audio, it also has
three tweeters, two sub-woofers and a MIC input for presentations. In addition,
it has a 16-hour battery life.
9. Bose Sound Link Revolve
The Bose SoundLink Revolve Bluetooth Speaker has it all, including its 360-
degree audio, making it a clear step up from the Micro’s sound quality.
Although not fully water and dust proof, this Bluetooth speaker is still quite
lightweight considering its size.
10. Amazon Echo Plus 2nd Gen (Smart Speaker)
Amazon Echo Plus 2nd Gen is a great smart speaker that plays music, makes
calls, sets alarms, controls smart home devices, and more. There are many
ways to use devices such as Amazon Echo, as it becomes smarter and better at
understanding your needs with constant use.
It includes a multi-room music feature that lets you play music in different
rooms on compatible Echo devices. It also performs audiobooks, radio stations,
news briefs and more. Its microphone setup lets you access it via voice
commands.
It offers crisp vocals and dynamic bass with its Dolby processing with its 3-inch
woofer and 0.8-inch tweeter, it gives immersive music experience. It also
features beam-forming technology and noise cancellation.
So, it can hear you from any direction even when it plays music for you. Echo
Plus 2nd is not a portable speaker, but rather such a device suitable for the
purpose of home use and can be remotely controlled without the need of a WiFi
connection.
The Amazon Echo is a product you should not take on a ride since it is not
waterproof and requires a plug adapter for power. However, you can use it for
listening to music at home and interacting with Alexa.
If you have children at home then you will love this product, it engages with
them and helps them to learn new things. On the educational front, they can
learn much more quickly.
11. JBL Flip 3 Bluetooth Speaker
This JBL Flip 3 portable Bluetooth speaker delivers a powerful, room-filling
stereo experience, thanks to its dual passive radiators. It features rugged
rubber housing and reliable fabric technology that ensure durability and
durability.
With JBL Flip 3 you get clear, punchy sound with well-balanced treble and
midranges. Music genres like rock and pop sounded very punchy and vibrant,
and we thoroughly enjoyed listening to them.
Its sleek and modern design features eight vibrant colors and a 3000 mAH
rechargeable li-ion battery that can deliver up to 10 hours of continuous
playtime on a single charge. JBL connect technology can wirelessly connect
multiple speakers together to create a larger volume for the listening
experience. It can be carried anywhere and is portable, allowing users to hear
bass heavy music everywhere they go.
12. JBL Boombox Bluetooth Speaker
Portable JBL Boombox Bluetooth speakers deliver powerful and clear sound and
heavy bass. It incorporates four active transducers and two JBL bass radiators
that provide loud, hard hitting bass that is also visible. The JBL Boombox is a
very powerful speaker that can be blowing music through large outdoor
gatherings and parties. Its sound quality is full-range, with powerful lows and
rich midrange tones.
With its 20,000mAh rechargeable battery, it is both suitable for indoors and
outdoors. The indoor mode features deeper bass and richer audio quality while
the outdoor mode features stronger bass and longer playtime.
The JBL Boombox is IPX7 waterproof, which allows you to use it by the beach,
pool or shower. This speaker is extremely reliable and durable, making it
suitable to be used on every occasion. You can also amp up your listening
experience and rock the party by wirelessly connecting more than 100 JBL
Connect+ enabled speakers.
13.Ultimate Ears Roll 2
Ultimate Ears Roll 2 is a portable, waterproof, ultra-portable wireless Bluetooth
speaker. It’s ideal for taking with you wherever you go. There is a maximum
sound level of 85dBA, which is quite impressive. With a range of Bluetooth
wireless audio profiles (A2DP) and 3.5mm audio jack, it is possible to play music
via smartphones, tablets, and other devices. It allows up to eight Bluetooth-
enabled devices to be connected at once. Also, you can stream audio to two
Roll 2 speakers for a stereo effect from one source.
With UE Roll 2, you can also take your music inside the pool if you are an
adventurous soul. However, we suggest you to keep it beside your pool. It is
also IPX7 rated and hence can be submerged in liquids. It has a 9-hour battery
life and that is quite good for a small portable speaker. This speaker takes 5.5
hours to charge from 0-100. It is an excellent Bluetooth speaker at an
affordable price but it lacks a built-in microphone and does not have NFC
support. We recommend this speaker if you’re looking for a Bluetooth speaker
that’s very portable.
14. 1Bowers and Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless
One of the most spectacular Bluetooth speakers I’ve seen is the Bowers and
Wilkins Zeppelin Wireless speakers. It’s an awkward and design’s speaker that
offers a beautiful audio quality. If money won’t be an issue for you, then I’ll
recommend this product.
CONCLUSION
The Bluetooth speaker industry has come a long way since the last generation
of tinny and weak models. Now instead, you can use these speakers for
personal use as well as parties. All you need to do is charge them up and
connect them to your phone.
But, with advancements in Bluetooth technology, you can expect very high-
quality audio in their own right. Further, improvements in batteries and
charging times mean you don’t have to worry about charging these speakers
for days on end.
