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We all agree that we live in an age of gadgets and technology. An interesting aspect of this age is that although technology is expanding its scope and expanding in all aspects of life, technological devices and gadgets are much less and save space.
So much so that they are currently designed to complement the aesthetics of the room/areas.
One such gadget speaker. We have come a long way in the sense that large, space-consuming speakers are now reduced to smaller-sized speakers or soundbars. Instead, they now come with a portability feature to carry along.
The SonySRS-XB12 Wireless Bluetooth Mini Speaker with Extra Bass, however, is a rare example that meets its claims. Its IP67 rating means it is completely waterproof.
For audio, the SonySRS-XB12 Wireless Bluetooth Mini Speaker with Extra Bass packs the wall for speaker size. Those who want really powerful sound need to spend more on a larger system, but if a smaller speaker is your top priority, the audio output here is impressive.
Design
SonySRS-XB12 Wireless Bluetooth Mini Speaker with Extra Bass Full range speaker with 4ohm impedance. It has an IP67 rating, which makes it drop-proof, dustproof as well as waterproof. It comes with a two-year warranty.
The SonySRS-XB12 Wireless Bluetooth Mini Speaker with Extra Bass is a relatively small device and is 92mm long by 74mm in diameter. It has a rubber cylindrical body design that feels strong and durable.
The speaker comes in a total of five color options - Black, Blue, Red, Green, and Gray. Each color variant is paired with an equal color bar, which looks complementary to the overall design. For example, the review unit we found has a sidebar for black and dark black shade.
If you are wondering what purpose the strap will serve, it will help the speaker to carry items like bags. Additionally, the strap is detached to hang the device according to the device. In short, it adds to the speaker's portability.
Its control panel has 5 different buttons on the speaker body. When moving from left to right, there is a power button that has two different buttons to control the - / + (in the same order) volume level.
The speaker is switched on with a slight press of the power button. Then there is the multi-function button on the right. You can pause/play music after pressing the button. When double pressed it plays the next song, three times the press plays the previous song. Similar buttons can also be used to receive calls. Long Press Virtual Assistant - Apple's Siri and Google Assistant.
The SonySRS-XB12 Wireless Bluetooth Mini Speaker with Extra Bass comes bundled with other speakers to improve sound output. This feature can be activated by using the 'Add' button, which is placed on the Play / Pause button.
The LED indicator on the right next to it indicates low battery and charging status. The panel is complete with a mic hole placed under the charging LED.
There is another panel with a dedicated micro USB port for charging. To its right are the reset button and the AUX-in port. The panel is covered with a rubberized flap, which can be pulled out to reach ports. The flap is easy to pull in / out.
The SonySRS-XB12 Wireless Bluetooth Mini Speaker with Extra Bass comes in at around 230 grams and feels heavy. The company claims that it is designed to be 'travel proof'.
Performance
According to the company, the speaker will connect to the Bluetooth device in 3 seconds. This is somewhat true because the speaker is a time-consuming task for smartphones.
These include smartphones running both Android and iOS. But once connected, it did not take long to connect. Another thing to add is that the speaker must be reset after the attached list device has passed 5-6. Because the speaker is difficult to locate.
The Sony SRS-XB12 Bluetooth Speaker takes up to 5 hours to fully charge, which can take a long time (but be careful with its speakers and smartphones).
Once fully charged, the device will run smoothly with 3 hours of daily use for three to four days. At the same time, the company stated that it would last up to 16 hours.
It is equipped with Bluetooth version 4.2 on board. Sony says the speaker has a connectivity range of up to 10 meters. During our testing, we found that the device works well in this range and the connectivity is subject to fluctuations beyond this.
The Sony SRS-XB12 Bluetooth Speaker is expected to be part of the Sony Speaker's additional bass lineup, meaning that the speaker will provide strong bass sound output by default.
During our review period, we found that this parameter is well suited and supported the 'XB' moniker. This is a high priority for bass lovers.
Furthermore, considering the size of the device, it produces a sound large enough for a medium-sized room. It deserves small domestic celebrations. We did not find a device that loses sound resolution at any volume level.
The sound is loud, clear, and loud at the same time. The llmonaural speaker at the top ensures that the output can be distributed at 360 degrees at all angles.
Mids are balanced without major distortion. The highs and lows offered by SonySRS-XB12 Wireless Bluetooth Mini Speaker with Extra Bass are also impressive. We can not complain much about the sound quality of the speaker, because of the price tag that comes with it.
About this Product
- Music Statistics: Small in size but powerful in volume to deliver powerful beats wherever you travel.
- Virtual Happiness Chance: Turn your Virtual Happy Hour Party into a dance party with extra dancing and add two more for fun.
- Fits exactly: Use a detachable carry strap to hang, carry, or clip the speaker in your bag.
- Waterproof casings: Go to the pool or beach without worrying about water damage to the speaker unit.
- Completely dust: This outdoor pocket speaker will keep playing on the surface no matter how dusty it is.
- Upgrade Audio: Connect 2 speakers wirelessly and achieve stereo sound with speaker add function.
- Longer life: More party with 16 hours of extended battery life of this rechargeable speaker.
- Play anywhere: Full speakers for use at home, in your car, on bikes, hiking, and more.
Final Verdict
Overall, we can say that the speaker is more inclined towards the pros than having the pros with their pros and cons. In short, small size, portability with strap, loud and clear sound, good battery life, and strong design are some of its positives.
However, some people may have problems charging for a long time. The difficulty in locating the speaker via Bluetooth before pairing is troubling to some. But, if you are looking for a small size speaker for small parties or collecting items of some kind, the SonySRS-XB12 Wireless Bluetooth Mini Speaker with Extra Bass is a choice to consider.
Blog-Source-PCMag
