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- Purpose: Is the music buff on your gift list more likely to play music at home, at work or on the go? Is the speaker for personal listening or is it needed to host a party, listen to tunes at the beach or make household chores more bearable? Knowing the purpose and use for the recipient is the first step in narrowing the selections.
- Sound quality: A true music lover won’t settle for so-so speakers; they want a speaker that can really turn up the tunes. If you want studio-quality sound that covers a full range of tones, including rich vocals, deep bass and solid treble, invest in a speaker that has a wide frequency range, optimally 60 Hz to 20,000 Hz.
- Battery life: Let’s not forget battery life. For hassle-free, all-day listening, select a speaker that can hold a charge for at least seven hours. The Jawbone MINI JAMBOX Bluetooth Speaker, for instance, features a rechargeable lithium-ion battery for up to 10 hours of listening. For instance, the Creative Labs MUVO20 Portable Wireless Speaker features a built-in, rechargeable lithium-ion battery for 10 hours of playback time on a single charge. It can even be used as a backup power source to charge up mobile devices.
- Ease of transportation: People enjoy the convenience of being able to take their music wherever they go, making portability an important factor. Is the speaker set made of lightweight material? Will it easily fit in their pocket, backpack or purse? How durable is the device? For those looking for a speaker that can withstand wear and tear, the JBL Jembe Speaker System packs a lot of punch for such a compact device. Not only does its lightweight design make it perfect for the basketball court or the beach, it has a built-in power amplifier for concert-quality sound.
- Extra features: Today’s high-tech speakers feature Bluetooth technology, which enable users to remotely sync their smartphones’ music libraries to the devices. While this comes standard with most portable speakers on the market today, companies are finding new ways to make speakers that stand out amongst the rest. For example, the Creative Labs T30 Bluetooth Speakers are Near Field Communication (NFC) compatible, meaning users can simply tap their NFC-capable mobile devices on the speakers’ NFC receptor for instant Bluetooth pairing.
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