Speakers Archive

If you’re on the lookout for a good household speaker, there are a number of considerations. First and foremost, you’ve got to think of how you’re going to hook it up. This didn’t used to be the case. A speaker was either part of a preexisting stereo unit, or you used standard wires. Amplifiers were similarly standardized, with lots of 3.5mm or similar wired connections. …

A Bluetooth speaker has a number of benefits over a traditional wired speaker. First and foremost, a small Bluetooth speaker is easily portable. A wired speaker can be a pain to move around, if only because you’ve got to mess around with cables. The same goes for switching between devices. On a wired speaker, you’d have to switch the cords over. Either that, or wire …

For almost as long as there have been speakers, people have been trying to make them portable. For years, the limiting factor was battery capacity. People have had record players in their homes since Victorian times. But it wasn’t until the 1970s that battery technology allowed you to carry a truly portable radio. Yes, there were earlier models. But the technology was neither reliable nor …

Bluetooth speakers have come a long way over the past decade. Gone are the days of clunky, battery-intensive designs with tinny sound. Today, there are literally hundreds of various makes/models to choose from; all from well-known name brands to inexpensive knock-offs. Ranging from ten bucks all the way up to several hundred, there’s something for everyone. If you’re like most, you may have already checked …

For several years here at NerdTechy, we’ve tested and reviewed many of Tribit’s offerings. From wireless earbuds like the FlyBuds C1 to their miniature Bluetooth speaker, the StormBox Micro, we’re well-versed in their lineup. Just last week, their newest portable wireless speaker was released – the StormBox Pro. It aims to deliver bigger sound, better bass and more “oomph” compared to anything they’ve built before. …