Key Takeaways
1. Design and Durability: The SoundLink Plus features a powder-coated steel grille, polycarbonate body, and a nylon utility rope loop for easy carrying, making it suitable for outdoor use.
2. Outdoor Performance: It has an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance, is shock-resistant, and can function as a power bank for smartphones via its USB-C port.
3. Audio Capabilities: Engineered for “booming bass,” it includes a subwoofer, a tweeter, and four passive radiators, with the ability to connect to another unit for party mode and customize sound through the Bose app.
4. Battery Life and Connectivity: Promises around 20 hours of battery life with a 5-hour full charge time and utilizes Bluetooth 5.4 with a range of 30 feet, but lacks a built-in microphone.
5. Pricing and Availability: Priced at $269, available in three colors, with preorders starting on Amazon and direct from Bose, officially releasing on June 26.
Bose has introduced the new SoundLink Plus to its portable Bluetooth speaker collection. This launch follows closely after the brand unveiled a high-end pair of Bluetooth earbuds. The SoundLink Plus fits in between the SoundLink Max and the SoundLink Flex (2nd Gen) in terms of size and features.
Design and Durability
The SoundLink Plus boasts a powder-coated steel grille along with a polycarbonate body that has a soft touch silicone finish. Unlike the SoundLink Max that features a handle, this model includes a nylon utility rope loop on the side, making it easier to carry or attach it to a carabiner.
Outdoor Performance
With an IP67 rating for dust and water resistance, this speaker is also designed to withstand shocks and rust, making it suitable for outdoor activities and capable of handling rough use. Additionally, Bose mentions that the SoundLink Plus can act as a power bank for smartphones through its USB-C port.
Audio Capabilities
The SoundLink Plus is engineered to deliver “booming bass” while still being portable. It includes a subwoofer, a tweeter, and four passive radiators, and Bose claims it’s powerful enough to fill a space for up to 15 people. For bigger gatherings, it can connect to another unit to create a party mode. Users can customize the sound via the Bose app, and it can also link with Bose soundbars for enhanced audio at home. However, it doesn’t come with an aux input port.
The Bose SoundLink Plus promises a battery life of around 20 hours, though it doesn’t appear to support fast charging, needing a full 5 hours for a complete charge. It utilizes Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity with a range of 30 feet. If you wish to make calls, you might want to consider other options, as Bose states this speaker does not have a built-in microphone, even though it has three microphone holes on the top.
Pricing and Availability
The Bose SoundLink Plus is priced at $269 and comes in Blue Dusk, Black, and Citrus Yellow (the last one being exclusive to Bose.com). You can preorder it on Amazon or directly from Bose, with the official release set for June 26.
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