Ultimate Ears, which was acquired by Logitech in 2008, has clearly produced a very popular Boom product series.
The UE Boom is a 360-degree portable speaker, which launched in the winter of 2013 and has been well-received in the New Zealand market. It's easy tounderstand why Kiwis like it due to it's clever design, great sound and portable nature.
The UE Boom doesn't appear very large when one experiences it for the first time: it's essentially a cylinder-shaped tube 60 mm in diametre and in 190 mm height that weighs 0.55 kg. Its centre of gravity is located near the the base, which makes it quite stable and it isn't likely to fall over in case someone accidentally bounces into it. There's a hook at the top so that it can be hung up.
The speaker is wireless and Bluetooth enabled, and can easily be controlled by Android and iOS mobile apps. This means that you can play and share all your songs on your phone during the barbeque or birthday party. The 15 hour battery life and high sound ensure a pleasant audio experience.
The price around $200 is relatively high compared to other portable speakers sold in New Zealand, but Kiwis perceive it as offering high value.
The successor to UE Boom is the Logitech UE Boom 2. Kiwi audiophiles should also consider the UE MegaBoom. The UE Mini Boom and the UE Roll come at a cheaper price tag and retails at around $130.
Manufacturer: Ultimate Ears
When you glance at the compact speaker you would probably think that there is no way it could fill a room with sound. After all, it is just slightly bigger than a juice box. But the speaker has deceptively full sound. This doesn't mean it can fill a large hall with loud music.
The speaker is small enough to fit in a cargo pocket but still has powerful sound
There are no controls on the speaker itself for changing the song or playing or pausing audio
Oh boy, it's YAPBSR (yet another portable Bluetooth speaker review)! Hey don't press the back button yet, this particular little speaker has a lot going for it. It's the UE MINI BOOM and it's made by Ultimate Ears (owned by Logitech), who make some of the best in-ear headphones on the market.
Impressive sound; Easy NFC pairing; Can connect 2 for wide stereo separation
None
The UE MINI BOOM is a great upgrade to one of the best Bluetooth speakers. Adding speaker mirror and right/left support is a great way to double the sound.
At first glance, the Logitech UE Boombox looks a bit like something Judy Jetson would carry to a beach party on an asteroid. It's all smooth curves and brushed aluminum, evoking the Mac Pro's cheese-grater aesthetic, as well as mid-20th-century design.
Portable and rechargeable; Surprisingly deep bass; Six-hour battery life.
Kinda heavy; Battery is not replaceable, once it eventually dies
If you're looking for something that closely matches the $200 Jambox in portability and sound, but costs substantially less, the $100 Logitech UE Mobile Boombox is the device I'd recommend.
The mobile Bluetooth boombox product category is really popular as of late. I totally understand why. How awesome is it to be able to bring a small, portable device with you and get some great sound out of it to listen to some of your favorite tunes.
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What can I say? Logitech UE, you've produce another top notch piece of hardware that sits proudly on top of my portable audio hardware list. It's not cheap at $250, but you'll be incredibly happy with your purchase and the never look back.
Logitech has crafted one of the best portable speakers on the market with the UE Boom. From its striking looks to its gorgeous audio, you simply need to check it out if you're in the market for a new portable speaker.
It Looks Striking; Stands Tall and Proud; It's SO Loud; and That's Great; Quality Through and Through; At Under $200; You're Getting Quite the Deal
It Looks Striking; Stands Tall and Proud; It's SO Loud; and That's Great; Quality Through and Through; At Under $200; You're Getting Quite the Deal; Not So Great in the Bass Department
Logitech releases audio products under the UE brand. This tiny 'boombox' falls under the same product line, and we tested it to find out what it has to offer.
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