Ultimate Ears Intros UE MEGABOOM: A Bigger, Better, Bolder Portable Speaker

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Ultimate Ears Intros UE MEGABOOM: A Bigger, Better, Bolder Portable Speaker

Ultimate Ears, the company behind the insanely successful UE BOOM portable Bluetooth speaker it introduced a little over a year ago, has finally released its third next-generation portable speaker with a design so familiar you'll probably have deju vu. The UE MEGABOOM is Ultimate Ears' thumpier sounding and longer-lasting portable speaker that just so happens to look identical to its now somewhat smaller brother – the UE BOOM. Not that we're complaining. We actually think the UE BOOM's ultra-durable design is one of the best around. And although the UE MEGABOOM features the same durable waterproof cylindrical design covered in rubber and a stain-resistant acoustic nylon mesh skin, as well as the same amazing immersive 360-degree audio output, it does have a few significant improvements over the UE BOOM model like longer wireless Bluetooth range of up to 100ft (compared to 50ft), extended 20-hour battery life (compared to 15-hours), and for the first time the UE MEGABOOM will be able to receive wireless over-the-air firmware updates.

But most importantly, the UE MEGABOOM also features enhanced audio performance thanks to its larger dual 2-inch active drivers and dual 2-inch by 4-inch passive bass radiators promising "deep, heart-pounding bass". This compared to the dual 1.5-inch drivers and dual 2-inch passive bass radiators of the UE BOOM. Our only gripe when we reviewed Ultimate Ears' UE BOOM was that it lacked deep bass and we're very curious to hear how the UE MEGABOOM will fare with its enhanced drivers.

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Ultimate Ears UE Boom Wireless Portable Speaker Has It All

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Can't get enough of these portable Bluetooth speakers? You're in for quite a treat if you're shopping around for that awesome package of portable audio goodness because Ultimate Ears has recently come out with the UE Boom, a powerful wireless Bluetooth speaker capable of pushing out loud 360-degree sound to liven up your boring party wherever it may be. Marketed as a versatile speaker with speakerphone features and oversized on-board volume controls, the UE Boom is also built to withstand a splash of water thanks to its unique acoustic protective skin that makes it water and stain-resistant.

Its got dual 1.5-inch performance audio drivers as well as two 2-inch passive radiators to help separate bass from mids and highs, which we think is going to make the UE Boom a very compelling portable speaker at its $200 price. Other features include NFC for easy touch pairing with Android NFC enabled devices, ability to join a second UE Boom to a single audio source for a stereo sound using an iOS or Android device, and last but not least the UE Boom packs a 15-hour rechargeable battery housed inside an attractively designed body no less. You can pick one up now in 6 different colors.

Logitech UE Unveils UE Boombox Portable Wireless Speakers

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Logitech and Ultimate Ears have released a new joint line of portable wireless speakers under the Logitech UE brand which consists of two new speakers. The UE Mobile Boombox is Logitech's Mini Boombox replacement that features on-board music playback controls, wireless Bluetooth music streaming and speakerphone functionality in a small, miniature plastic body with a set of two 1-inch "full-range" drivers and a built-in rechargeable battery rated for 10-hours of play time. The Logitech UE Mobile Boombox speaker is expected to ship in early September, comes in five colors and can be pre-ordered now for $100. 

The second release is the portable UE Boombox speaker, yet another one of Logitech's original Boombox replacement unique in its design that's made from die-cast aluminum and features a boombox-approved carry handle, wireless Bluetooth music streaming and more powerful, pristine audio output thanks to two tweeters, two 3-inch woofers and four passive bass radiators. The UE Boombox also features side rubber control buttons as well as a built-in rechargeable battery with up to 6 hours of battery life. The UE Boombox is available now for $250. Video after the break!

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