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When it comes to portable speakers, I guess you can say that this particular segment of the market has grown tremendously over the years simply because of a greater degree of mobile device adoption among the masses, not to mention better battery technology which naturally results in superior battery life, in addition to the advancement and proliferation of Bluetooth capability embedded in just about every modern day mobile device like smartphones and tablets. Having said that, the portable wireless speakers of today are what boomboxes were to a previous, bygone era, and Cambridge Audio intends to usher in a new reign of such portable wireless speakers by announcing the availability of the Minx Go.

The Minx Go is a high performance, portable Bluetooth speaker that is capable of delivering deeply expansive, crystal clear audio. Similar to other Cambridge Audio product, the Minx Go will carry the company’s design DNA thanks to their design team who are based in London. The Minx Go will come acoustically loaded with an array of five premium quality speakers as well as the latest Digital Signal Processing (DSP) technology, ensuring that your ears will always be treated to massive power at all times, without taking up too much space no matter where you are. What would most probably be the most impressive feat of the Minx Go would be the amount of detailed bass that it is capable of pumping out, and this is made possible thanks to the Bass Radiator that has been neatly integrated into the rear panel.

Just how long can the Minx Go last? Well, it boasts a battery life of up to 18 hours, which is lengthy enough for an entire day out, even stretching into the wee hours of the night. From a flat battery, it takes just a couple of hours to juice up fully, and while it is being recharged, it will even allow you to charge a tablet or phone thanks to the integrated USB charging port. You will be able to choose from high gloss black or white colors for the $149 Minx Go.

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[ Cambridge Audio announces Minx Go copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Ah, here we are with yet another two wireless speaker systems from the folks over at Cambridge Audio, where they have just announced the Minx Air 100 and Minx Air 200 wireless speaker systems for the masses. The adage of not judging a book by its cover would apply beautifully with these Cambridge Audio Minx Air 100 and 200 wireless speaker systems, where their diminutive size belies the fact that they can deliver powerful audio without missing a beat. In fact, this would mark the first time a Hi-Fi wireless speaker would carry integrated AirPlay, Bluetooth, and built-in Internet Radio connectivity, now how about that?

Thanks to the vast Hi-Fi expertise that the folks over at Cambridge Audio have, they claim that the audio quality which comes out from these two speakers are simply stunning. The Minx Air 100 and 200 have been specially designed to deliver maximum possible detail from stored tracks and streaming services. Thanks to the patented BMR (Balanced Mode Radiator) speakers, your ears will be able to enjoy a rich sound which is more room-filling compared to similar-sized traditional speakers. BMR’s unique, hybrid design of pistonic and flat panel technology guarantees that you no longer need to look for the “sweet spot” in order to enjoy your music. Apart from that, there is a custom-developed digital amplifier that guarantees heart-thumping performance, even if you decide to crank up the volume.

Both Minx Air wireless speaker systems also boast of sophisticated Digital Signal Processing (DSP) that relies on advanced algorithms which were specially developed for music and movie production by Waves Audio. This would enable Cambridge Audio to obtain the biggest sound possible from Minx Air’s compact enclosure, at the same time delivering an experience which is louder, crisper and fuller compared to other portable systems that are in the market.

The Minx Air 100 is perfect for small spaces such as kitchens, bedrooms and living spaces, as it packs a 100W punch of power from a cabinet which measures just 14” wide. As for the Minx Air 200, it is more than capable of filling the largest rooms with crystal clear audio, thanks to a 200W set of digital amplifiers alongside a built-in active 6.5” subwoofer that delivers a supercharged audio experience which measures a mere 18” wide.

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[ Cambridge Audio announces Minx Air 100 and 200 wireless speaker systems copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Muji just released a bluetooth compliant speaker built-in charging station “BSSJT-MJ”.

There are 2 USB ports for charging smartphones under the station. Because it has a bluetooth compliant speaker, you can play music saved in your smartphone by connecting wirelessly.

Price: ¥5,900 (including tax)
Size: 170 x 170 x 50mm
Connection method: Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
Connection distance: Within 10m
Accessory: AC adapter

If you have not heard of a company that goes by the moniker Kinivo, fret not, you are not the only one. Doing a little bit of digging has revealed a whole lot more information about Kinivo, where they are producers of superior quality accessories for mobile devices, and their latest foray into the wireless Bluetooth speaker market would come in the form of the Kinivo BTX350. The Kinivo BTX350 will be able to stream music from just about any Bluetooth-capable device, delivering exceptionally clear sound without compromising on its portable form factor. After all, it certainly is rather difficult to argue with a device that measures a mere 8” x 3” in height, no?

The Kinivo BTX350 wireless Bluetooth speaker will sport a class-D amplifer that packs dynamic audio into a perfectly portioned speaker, making it the ideal companion for those who hate the sound of silence, whenever one travels, or is involved in outdoor activities that needs a little music to perk things up, or simply for music lovers who want to share their pride and joy (their eclectic playlist, of course) with the rest of the “barbarians” (read: folks who do not appreciate the kind of music they listen to).

Kinivo CEO Sharad Mittal said, “We combined the sleek design of our BTX450 and the portability of our ZX100 to craft the ultimate travel speaker. Pack the new BTX350 and rechargeabe battery into your suitecase while traveling, carry it in your beach bag for summer activities, or let it seamlessly complement any home décor.”

You should be able to enjoy up to 5 hours of non-stop portable entertainment with the Kinivo BTX350 using its rechargeable battery, and just in case you do not own any Bluetooth capable devices, fret not, as the Kinivo BTX350 will also include an optional 3.5 mm cable for universal compatibility. Those who are interested will be able to pick up the new Kinivo BTX350 for $39.99, and this introductory price is not going to last too long.

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[ Kinivo BTX350 wireless Bluetooth speakers copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

Panasonic is releasing 2 new wireless speaker systems on May 17: “SC-NE5″ and “SC-NE1″

SC-NE5
– Consisting of units: Speaker unit and CD/dock unit
– With the CD/dock unit, you can play a CD and there is an iPod/iPhone dock
– The speaker unit is a 2-way speaker that has 8cm woofer and 2.5 cm semi dome shaped tweeter.
– Compatible with Airplay, Bluetooth, Panasonic’s music play app “Panasonic Music Streaming”, and USB cable

Price: Price is not set
Size: Speaker unit 570 × 206 × 100mm, CD unit 192mm×206mm×93mm
Weight: Speaker unit 2.8kg, CD unit 0.9kg
Max output: 40W (20W×2)　6Ω

SC-NE1
– Speaker unit is a 2 way speaker that has 8 cm woofer and 2.5 cm semi dome shaped tweeter.
– Compatible with Bluetooth and Panasonic’s music play app “Panasonic Music Streaming”

This is only the speaker unit which communicates wirelessly with smart devices. It does not have a CD player or iPod/iPhone dock and is not compatible with Airplay or USB cable.

Price: Price is not set
Size: 570 × 206 × 100mm
Weight: 2.7kg
Max output: 40W (20W×2)　6Ω