– Design: Fabric & silicone body with large, easy-to-find buttons
– Durability: IP67 dust/water resistant, integrated lanyard for portability
– Audio: 6W output, Bluetooth 6.0 with Auracast, stereo pairing, memory card slot
– Battery: Up to 10 hours playtime at 50% volume
– Value: Priced at ¥139 (~$21), significantly cheaper than JBL Go 5
Compact Sound on the Move
Asus has released a new portable Bluetooth speaker in China, and its design and features make it a rival to the JBL Go 5 which launched a few months ago. The new speaker is sold under Asus’s A-bean/Adol sub-brand, and is called the Adol PO102 Portable Bluetooth Speaker. I think it’s realy nice how they kept things compact.
Built Tough and User Friendly
Available in Gray, Purple, and Green, the Adol PO102 Portable Bluetooth Speaker is covered in fabric and silicone, and features large control buttons that you can locate easily even without looking. The speaker is rated IP67 for dust and water resistance, which means it is safe to use at the poolside or at the beach. It also has an integrated lanyard that makes it easy to attach to a backpack, handlebar, or a hook on the wall. This model seems prety robust for outdoor use, you know?
Power and Connectivity Features
The Adol PO102 Portable Bluetooth Speaker has a 6W output. It also features Bluetooth 6.0 and has support for Auracast, just like the JBL Go 5. It can be paired to a second speaker for a true stereo experience, and there’s a memory card slot, so you can listen to your playlist locally without pairing to another device. The speaker features a microphone for calls, but it unfortunatly lacks an aux port. This will be fine for most users on the go.
- 6W audio output power
- Bluetooth 6.0 with Auracast support
- Pairing for true stereo with second speaker
- Memory card slot for local playback
- Built-in microphone for phone calls
Battery Life and Charging Details
Asus says the speaker will provide up to 10 hours of listening time at 50% volume on a single charge with its 2,600mAh battery. The Adol PO102 Portable Bluetooth Speaker has a USB-C port for charging, and a full charge takes between 2 to 3 hours. Its a decent battery for the price point, nothing groundbreaking but acceptable for daily use. You wont be charging it to often if you keep the volume moderate.
Pricing and Availability
The Adol PO102 Portable Bluetooth Speaker is available to buy now in China for ¥139 (~$21/€18), which makes it significantly cheaper than the JBL Go 5 which costs ¥399 in China and $54.95 in the US. This pricing makes it a very competitive option for budget-conscious consumers. It undercuts the competition by a substantial margin while offering similar features.
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