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30th April 2014, 15:23
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From waterproof gadgets to kit delivering audio-visual lightshows, these will liven up your BBQ or pool party........
1. thumbsUp! Bluetooth Splash Speaker
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Great for poolside parties or nights on the beach, this works via Bluetooth and can be used up to 10m away from your phone or tablet. Though if you prefer it can connect via the 3.5mm jack provided. It also works in the shower and has a five-hour battery life.
£22.99, iwantoneofthose.com
2. Pure Jongo S3
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These incredibly compact speakers, with a ten-hour battery life, have an outdoor boost setting to maximise sound wherever you are. You can bridge two together and there’s an app that controls the volume of each speaker independently.
£169.99, pure.com
3. Ruark MR1 Bluetooth Speakers
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They might be the most expensive of the lot, but the MR1s pack quite the punch. They're the perfect option for BBQs approaching summer, with a whopping garden-filling sound. Set them up on the table outside with the Ruark BackPack for the ultimate in portable audio. Available in walnut, black or white.
£299.95, johnlewis.com
4. Ultimate Ears Boom
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These quirky speakers offer 360 degree sound, not something you can say for all competitors, and can stream from your phone either through Bluetooth or NFC pairing. The rechargeable battery lasts up to 15 hours, so it’s ideal for those all-night raves.
£169, ultimateears.com
5. Panasonic SC-NA10
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The SC-NA10 not only features a longplay mode, with up to 20 hours of playback, but can also charge phones from the USB port on the side. It comes with a nifty folding cover that doubles up as a stand and fits into a backpack nicely too.
£99, cramptonandmoore.co.uk
6. Jawbone Mini Jambox
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A more portable version of the impressive Big Jambox, this super-stylish compact speaker almost fits into the palm of your hand. It’s easy to set up – a sultry voice guides you through the extremely simple pairing process. And the best bit? It can remember eight different audio devices, so everyone can play DJ.
£149,jawbone.com
7. thumbsUp! Touch Speaker Boom Box
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A top-notch budget speaker, the Boombox doesn’t require cables or pairing. Just pop your phone down on the top and the USB-powered speaker amplifies the sound. It has a decent battery life too, with up to 10 hours of playtime per charge.
£22.26, amazon.co.uk
8. Creative MUVO 10
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Unusually for an outdoor speaker, this has a handle which makes it very useful if you don’t want to lug around a bag. Syncing your phone is incredibly simple - use one-touch NFC (Near Field Communication) or Bluetooth. It has up to eight hours of playtime per charge.
£49.99, uk.creative.com
9. JBL Pulse
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The JBL Pulse features LED lights which respond to the songs played – so put on David Bowie and watch a light show unfold in your garden. It links up via Bluetooth or NFC and gives five hours of high-quality sound. There’s also an app with more colour themes.
£179.99, uk.jbl.com
10. Marley Chant
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You can hang the Chant from your bag with the attached clip, making it perfect for camping. Designed from eco-friendly materials, the speaker is wrapped in a tough canvas holder. It charges by USB, with six hours’ playback.
£49.99, thehouseofmarley.co.uk
Source:-
http://www.independent.co.uk/extras/indybest/gadgets-tech/10-best-outdoor-speakers-9278329.html
From waterproof gadgets to kit delivering audio-visual lightshows, these will liven up your BBQ or pool party........
1. thumbsUp! Bluetooth Splash Speaker
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article9278432.ece/alternates/w1024/Thumb-s-Up-Bluetooth-Splash.jpg
Great for poolside parties or nights on the beach, this works via Bluetooth and can be used up to 10m away from your phone or tablet. Though if you prefer it can connect via the 3.5mm jack provided. It also works in the shower and has a five-hour battery life.
£22.99, iwantoneofthose.com
2. Pure Jongo S3
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article9278429.ece/alternates/w1024/Pure-Jongo-S3.jpg
These incredibly compact speakers, with a ten-hour battery life, have an outdoor boost setting to maximise sound wherever you are. You can bridge two together and there’s an app that controls the volume of each speaker independently.
£169.99, pure.com
3. Ruark MR1 Bluetooth Speakers
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article9278430.ece/alternates/w1024/Ruark-MR1-Bluetooth-speaker.jpg
They might be the most expensive of the lot, but the MR1s pack quite the punch. They're the perfect option for BBQs approaching summer, with a whopping garden-filling sound. Set them up on the table outside with the Ruark BackPack for the ultimate in portable audio. Available in walnut, black or white.
£299.95, johnlewis.com
4. Ultimate Ears Boom
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article9278434.ece/alternates/w1024/Ultimate-Ears-Boom.jpg
These quirky speakers offer 360 degree sound, not something you can say for all competitors, and can stream from your phone either through Bluetooth or NFC pairing. The rechargeable battery lasts up to 15 hours, so it’s ideal for those all-night raves.
£169, ultimateears.com
5. Panasonic SC-NA10
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article9278439.ece/alternates/w1024/Panasonic-SC--NA-10.jpg
The SC-NA10 not only features a longplay mode, with up to 20 hours of playback, but can also charge phones from the USB port on the side. It comes with a nifty folding cover that doubles up as a stand and fits into a backpack nicely too.
£99, cramptonandmoore.co.uk
6. Jawbone Mini Jambox
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article9278436.ece/alternates/w1024/Jawbone-Mini-Jam-box.jpg
A more portable version of the impressive Big Jambox, this super-stylish compact speaker almost fits into the palm of your hand. It’s easy to set up – a sultry voice guides you through the extremely simple pairing process. And the best bit? It can remember eight different audio devices, so everyone can play DJ.
£149,jawbone.com
7. thumbsUp! Touch Speaker Boom Box
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article9278433.ece/alternates/w1024/Thumbs-Up-Touch-Speaker-Boo.jpg
A top-notch budget speaker, the Boombox doesn’t require cables or pairing. Just pop your phone down on the top and the USB-powered speaker amplifies the sound. It has a decent battery life too, with up to 10 hours of playtime per charge.
£22.26, amazon.co.uk
8. Creative MUVO 10
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article9278435.ece/alternates/w1024/Creative-MUVO-10.jpg
Unusually for an outdoor speaker, this has a handle which makes it very useful if you don’t want to lug around a bag. Syncing your phone is incredibly simple - use one-touch NFC (Near Field Communication) or Bluetooth. It has up to eight hours of playtime per charge.
£49.99, uk.creative.com
9. JBL Pulse
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article9278437.ece/alternates/w1024/JBL-Pulse.jpg
The JBL Pulse features LED lights which respond to the songs played – so put on David Bowie and watch a light show unfold in your garden. It links up via Bluetooth or NFC and gives five hours of high-quality sound. There’s also an app with more colour themes.
£179.99, uk.jbl.com
10. Marley Chant
http://www.independent.co.uk/incoming/article9278438.ece/alternates/w1024/Marley-Chant.jpg
You can hang the Chant from your bag with the attached clip, making it perfect for camping. Designed from eco-friendly materials, the speaker is wrapped in a tough canvas holder. It charges by USB, with six hours’ playback.
£49.99, thehouseofmarley.co.uk
Source:-
http://www.independent.co.uk/extras/indybest/gadgets-tech/10-best-outdoor-speakers-9278329.html