Bose 's $479 SoundLink Air Digital Music System , an AirPlay version of the company's venerable SoundDock speaker docks, is a somewhat portable speaker system. I say "somewhat" because though it can be powered by a battery, the SoundLink Air doesn't include one-Bose's rechargeable lithium-ion...

Easy setup; good audio quality

Rechargeable battery not included; bass distortion at top volume

The Bose SoundLink Air music system is the logic successor for the Bose SoundLink Wireless Mobile Speaker that hit stores last year. Compared to that, this one does have the crowning feature of AirPlay added to it.

Very good listening experience; AirPlay is a bonus feature; Remote layout is simple; Built very well; Easy to use; post initial setup

Limited feature set; beyond AirPlay; LFEs may be too sculpted for some users; Basic wireless router isn't the best gateway device; Battery becomes an optional accessory

Length:: 7:58 Mins UPDATE: Jul 28, 2013 - I've just reviewed the BoseSoundlink Mini and it has surprisingly good sound, I actually prefer the sound of the Mini to the SoundLink and SoundLink II. Both the SoundLink and SoundLink II can produce louder sound and both have more bass.

Stylish, with plenty of bass, but more expensive than more capable alternatives

The Bose SoundLink Wireless Mobile speaker offers a classy design and it's easy to set up. But it's quite heavy and it's let down by sound quality that doesn't justify its high price.

Classy design; Fairly small; Easy to operate

Underwhelming sound quality; Quite heavy; No AirPlay support

This would have been a wonderful 50th birthday present for my partner - if it had worked. But, having just opened it and tried to set it up, we are profoundly disappointed; and it has put a real dent on the birthday celebrations.

Suppose to be the best on the market. Disappointed on the sound quality and has no good bass sound. I expected more from Bose. Had only for two weeks and seriously thinking about returning it for a refund.

Pros; Compact; Durable; Easy to set up; Lightweight

Cons; No Bass No Boom; Poor Sound Quality

The well-designed Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker II is a modest evolution of the first version that sounds even better than the original model. It contains just enough improvements to keep it at the top of the heap for portable wireless Bluetooth speakers.

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"Unbelievable sound for the speaker size, long battery life and very portable! "