Portable speakers recommendations for IT Show 2017
We’ve put together a simple recommendations list, so that you don’t have to.
By Liu Hongzuo -
There are far too many wireless portable speakers to pick and choose from at IT Show 2017, and it’s more challenging when discerning what you need or want. We’ve put together a simple recommendations list so that you don’t have to.
Aztech Phon Studio
The Aztech Phon Studio is a 6,600mAh Bluetooth portable speaker with the ability to charge your mobile devices. It also packs hands-free call support for its speakerphone feature, and NFC support. As an introductory offer, it retails at Aztech’s booth on Level 4.
S$199 (U.P. S$249)
Bose SoundLink Mini II
The portable speaker refresh gains a built-in speakerphone for taking calls with just a touch of a button. New voice prompts walk you through the process of pairing Bluetooth devices (up to two at once). Finally, the improved rechargeable lithium-ion battery that lasts for up to 10 hours, and you can charge it from USB power sources. It’s now available over at the Nubox booth area on Level 3.
S$279 (U.P. S$329)
Creative iRoar Go
The iRoar Go is 40% smaller in physical size and 25% lighter when compared to the preceding iRoar, but with a louder maximum volume than the Roar 2 and Roar Pro. The SuperWide audio profile gives the five-driver portable speaker a wider soundstage, while its IPX6 body makes it splash-proof. It’s now on sale at Creative’s booth on Level 6.
S$199 for Creative members (U.P. S$299)
Onkyo X9
The Onkyo X9 wireless Bluetooth speaker supports Hi-Res Audio, and it packs four 50mm mid-low range drivers, two 20mm dome tweeters, and two force-cancelling passive raditors. It has 2,200mAh battery capacity with a maximum of 10 hours playback. Find their booth at Level 3.
S$469 (U.P. S$529)
UE Boom 2
The UE Boom 2 is the refresh of the original UE Boom, with a maximum volume that’s 25% louder (at 90dBA) than its predecessor. It also has an extended wireless range of 100-feet (~30m). The UE Boom 2 is located at Harvey Norman, Challenger, Best Denki, and Nubox booths.
$199 (U.P. $249)
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