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| '''UE Boom''' is a portable ] ] manufactured by the ] subsidiary of ].<ref name= |
'''UE Boom''' is a portable ] ] manufactured by the ] subsidiary of ].<ref name=PCMAG>{{cite web|last=Greenwald|first=Will|title=Ultimate Ears UE Boom|url=http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2420573,00.asp|work=PC Magazine|accessdate=23 May 2014|date=19 June 2013}}</ref><ref name="WIRE"></ref> The speaker is designed to play music that is streamed over ] and has a 3.5 mm audio input. The speaker is being promoted as suitable for social gatherings, and as reproducing sound equally in all directions.<ref></ref><ref name=CNET>{{cite web|last=Carnoy|first=David|title=UE Boom review|url=http://www.cnet.com/products/logitech-ue-boom/2/|publisher=CNET|accessdate=23 May 2014|page=2|date=18 June 2013}}</ref> | ||
| UE Boom has been praised for its ], loudness, battery life, speakerphone capability, and its suitability for outdoor use, but criticized for its comparatively high price. | UE Boom has been praised for its ], loudness, battery life, speakerphone capability, and its suitability for outdoor use, but criticized for its comparatively high price. | ||
| == Design and features == | == Design and features == | ||
| The speaker is circular and shaped like a large beer can or an energy drink. It |
The speaker is circular and shaped like a large beer can or an energy drink. It is a water and stain resistant with coating that doesn't allow water to penetrate in. | ||
| UE Boom is partly covered with rubber.<ref name="PCMAG"/> The speaker comes in multiple color combinations, including a limited edition designed by artist ].<ref></ref><ref>http://www.supercompressor.com/tech/ue-boom-x-kenny-scharf-collaboration</ref> According to '']'': "The UE Boom's cylindrical shape is a different take on portable speakers, one that '']'' appreciated, saying it "has one of the nicest overall designs in its class."<ref></ref> | UE Boom is partly covered with rubber.<ref name="PCMAG"/> The speaker comes in multiple color combinations, including a limited edition designed by artist ].<ref></ref><ref>http://www.supercompressor.com/tech/ue-boom-x-kenny-scharf-collaboration</ref> According to '']'': "The UE Boom's cylindrical shape is a different take on portable speakers, one that '']'' appreciated, saying it "has one of the nicest overall designs in its class."<ref></ref> | ||
| The speaker has a D-ring on its end, and can be hung like a lantern from an S-hook. It can serve as a speakerphone as well as a speaker, and offers an alarm function. Additionally, two speakers can be paired with one source and configured to operate in stereo mode (each speaker providing one channel) or what Logitech describes as "double" mode, wherein both speakers stream the same material.<ref name="ILOUNGE"> |
The speaker has a D-ring on its end, and can be hung like a lantern from an S-hook. It can serve as a speakerphone as well as a speaker, and offers an alarm function. Additionally, two speakers can be paired with one source and configured to operate in stereo mode (each speaker providing one channel) or what Logitech describes as "double" mode, wherein both speakers stream the same material.<ref name="ILOUNGE">{{cite web|last=Horowitz|first=Jeremy|title=Review: Ultimate Ears UE Boom|url=http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/reviews/entry/ultimate-ears-ue-boom/|publisher=iLounge|accessdate=23 May 2014|date=21 May 2013}}</ref> UE Boom is able to report remaining battery life in any of several languages. | ||
| == Critical reception == | == Critical reception == | ||
| UE Boom was released to generally favorable reviews. Most of the reviewers have welcomed its functionality, durability, loudness, and at the same time it has been commented that the bass and sub-bass could be better handled.<ref> |
UE Boom was released to generally favorable reviews. Most of the reviewers have welcomed its functionality, durability, loudness, and at the same time it has been commented that the bass and sub-bass could be better handled.<ref>{{cite web|last=Pilcher|first=Pat|title=Review: UE Boom Bluetooth Speaker|url=http://www.nzherald.co.nz/technology/news/article.cfm?c_id=5&objectid=10899329|work=New Zealand Herald|accessdate=23 May 2014|date=17 July 2013}}</ref> | ||
| '']'' gave it 4 stars out of 5 stating, "The UE Boom is a versatile and durable wireless Bluetooth speaker that plays loud and is great for on-the-go use", and that "f it has a deficiency, it just doesn't deliver a ton of bass, though few if any of these small speakers put out great low end. You'll also get some distortion with bass-heavy material, particularly at louder volumes."<ref name="CNET"/> | '']'' gave it 4 stars out of 5 stating, "The UE Boom is a versatile and durable wireless Bluetooth speaker that plays loud and is great for on-the-go use", and that "f it has a deficiency, it just doesn't deliver a ton of bass, though few if any of these small speakers put out great low end. You'll also get some distortion with bass-heavy material, particularly at louder volumes."<ref name="CNET"/> | ||
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| '']'' gave it 4 points out of 5 with editor's rating "Excellent" and said "The UE Boom is a surprisingly powerful Bluetooth speaker the size of a beer can."<ref name="PCMAG"/> The review also stated, "it doesn't exactly impress on the low end and doesn't beat the more expensive ] II, despite coming close." And: "While bass is handled well along with the midrange, the UE Boom can't take much sub-bass."<ref name="PCMAG"/> | '']'' gave it 4 points out of 5 with editor's rating "Excellent" and said "The UE Boom is a surprisingly powerful Bluetooth speaker the size of a beer can."<ref name="PCMAG"/> The review also stated, "it doesn't exactly impress on the low end and doesn't beat the more expensive ] II, despite coming close." And: "While bass is handled well along with the midrange, the UE Boom can't take much sub-bass."<ref name="PCMAG"/> | ||
| UE Boom won gold for excellence in audio category in 2014 ] that is organized by ].<ref> |
UE Boom won gold for excellence in audio category in 2014 ] that is organized by ].<ref>{{cite press release|last=Todd|first=Krista|title=Logitech Wins Seven 2014 iF Product Design Awards|url=http://news.logitech.com/press-release/consumer-products/logitech-wins-seven-2014-if-product-design-awards|publisher=Logitech|accessdate=23 May 2014|location=Newark, California}}</ref> | ||
| ==References== | ==References== | ||
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| Manufacturer | Logitech (Ultimate Ears) |
|---|---|
| Related | UE Mini Boom |
| Dimensions | 18 cm × 6.5 cm (7.1 in × 2.6 in) |
| Weight | 538 g (19.0 oz) - speaker only |
| Sound | Maximum sound level: 88 dBA Frequency range: 90 Hz - 20kHz Two 1.5", 4 Ω Drivers Two 2" Passive radiators |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth NFC (passive) supported 3.5 millimetres TRRS |
UE Boom is a portable wireless speaker manufactured by the Ultimate Ears subsidiary of Logitech. The speaker is designed to play music that is streamed over Bluetooth and has a 3.5 mm audio input. The speaker is being promoted as suitable for social gatherings, and as reproducing sound equally in all directions. UE Boom has been praised for its industrial design, loudness, battery life, speakerphone capability, and its suitability for outdoor use, but criticized for its comparatively high price.
Design and features
The speaker is circular and shaped like a large beer can or an energy drink. It is a water and stain resistant with coating that doesn't allow water to penetrate in.
UE Boom is partly covered with rubber. The speaker comes in multiple color combinations, including a limited edition designed by artist Kenny Scharf. According to Engadget: "The UE Boom's cylindrical shape is a different take on portable speakers, one that iLounge appreciated, saying it "has one of the nicest overall designs in its class."
The speaker has a D-ring on its end, and can be hung like a lantern from an S-hook. It can serve as a speakerphone as well as a speaker, and offers an alarm function. Additionally, two speakers can be paired with one source and configured to operate in stereo mode (each speaker providing one channel) or what Logitech describes as "double" mode, wherein both speakers stream the same material. UE Boom is able to report remaining battery life in any of several languages.
Critical reception
UE Boom was released to generally favorable reviews. Most of the reviewers have welcomed its functionality, durability, loudness, and at the same time it has been commented that the bass and sub-bass could be better handled.
CNET gave it 4 stars out of 5 stating, "The UE Boom is a versatile and durable wireless Bluetooth speaker that plays loud and is great for on-the-go use", and that "f it has a deficiency, it just doesn't deliver a ton of bass, though few if any of these small speakers put out great low end. You'll also get some distortion with bass-heavy material, particularly at louder volumes."
PC Magazine gave it 4 points out of 5 with editor's rating "Excellent" and said "The UE Boom is a surprisingly powerful Bluetooth speaker the size of a beer can." The review also stated, "it doesn't exactly impress on the low end and doesn't beat the more expensive Bose SoundLink II, despite coming close." And: "While bass is handled well along with the midrange, the UE Boom can't take much sub-bass."
UE Boom won gold for excellence in audio category in 2014 iF product design award that is organized by International Forum Design.
References
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- Miller, Matthew (4 June 2013). "The UE Boom tops the portable speaker market (review)". The Mobile Gadgeteer. ZDNet. Retrieved 23 May 2014.
- ^ Greenwald, Will (19 June 2013). "Ultimate Ears UE Boom". PC Magazine. Retrieved 23 May 2014.
- Best Rugged Bluetooth Speaker | The Wirecutter
- UE Boom: A Slick Bluetooth Speaker With Exquisite Sound | Gadget Lab | Wired.com
- ^ Carnoy, David (18 June 2013). "UE Boom review". CNET. p. 2. Retrieved 23 May 2014.
- Limited Edition UE BOOM Rocks Vibrant New Skin by Legendary Street Artist Kenny Scharf - Logitech Press Release
- http://www.supercompressor.com/tech/ue-boom-x-kenny-scharf-collaboration
- UE Boom review - Engadget
- Horowitz, Jeremy (21 May 2013). "Review: Ultimate Ears UE Boom". iLounge. Retrieved 23 May 2014.
- Pilcher, Pat (17 July 2013). "Review: UE Boom Bluetooth Speaker". New Zealand Herald. Retrieved 23 May 2014.
- Todd, Krista. "Logitech Wins Seven 2014 iF Product Design Awards" (Press release). Newark, California: Logitech. Retrieved 23 May 2014.