Bang & Olufsen has simply launched the Beosound A1, the third era of its award-winning transportable Bluetooth speaker providing enhanced efficiency options.
Created in collaboration with Danish designer Cecilie Manz, the brand new A1 maintains the speaker’s distinctive minimalist aesthetic whereas introducing some notable enhancements to its audio capabilities and environmental credentials.
The premium transportable speaker includes a pearl-blasted aluminum physique with over 2,100 precision-milled holes and a comfortable waterproof leather-based strap. It is available in three finishes: the basic Pure Aluminium plus two nature-inspired additions – Honey Tone and Eucalyptus Inexperienced.
Sonic upgrades embody what B&O claims is the biggest woofer in its class, delivering deeper bass with a Bass SPL of 64dB – 2dB greater than the earlier mannequin. Battery life has been prolonged to 24 hours, and the speaker retains Bluetooth 5.1 connectivity with Microsoft Swift Pair and Google Quick Pair help. The speaker additionally now comes with help for the aptX Adaptive Bluetooth codec.
The A1 third Gen carries an IP67 ranking for mud and water resistance, so you’ll be able to take it into the bathe or to the seashore. It additionally has a three-microphone array for utilizing it as a speakerphone for calls.
The A1 options modular structure designed for a 10-year lifetime and is the primary Bluetooth speaker to obtain Cradle to Cradle certification (Bronze degree). B&O says the certification “goals to help a serviceable, upgradeable, and repairable method to product design.” The corporate gives a replaceable battery service and as much as 5 years guarantee with Beocare.
The Beosound A1 third Gen is accessible in the US for $349 (£299 within the UK) from Bang & Olufsen brick-and-mortar shops and the firm’s web site.
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