Every Journey Needs A Soundtrack:
Leading the way is the newly launched Beosound A1 3rd Gen, the most advanced iteration of Bang & Olufsen's beloved portable speaker. The A1 3rd Gen offers powerful audio in a beautifully compact form, setting the tone for every escape. From beach breaks and road trips to mountain hikes and city getaways, it's a must-pack essential.
Discover travel-friendly essentials designed to perform beautifully on the move; compact, durable, and crafted for a life in motion. From compact Bluetooth speakers to cutting-edge headphones and wireless earbuds, these are the must-pack companions for your summer travels:
Beosound A1 3rd Gen
Available in Natural Aluminium, Honey Tone and Eucalyptus Green
The Beosound A1 3rd Gen is more than a speaker. It's a sculptural object, crafted from pearl-blasted aluminium with 2,173 precision-milled holes and a soft, waterproof leather strap, offering minimalist beauty and robust durability. Featuring the largest woofer in its class with a Bass SPL of 64dB, it delivers richer, room-filling sound with up to 24 hours of battery life. Built with a modular architecture for a longer lifespan and Cradle to Cradle Certified® (Bronze Level), it sets a new standard in portable audio. The Bluetooth 5.1 speaker includes a three-microphone array for excellent call quality so it can double as a speakerphone, while stereo pairing with both 2nd and 3rd Gen models lets you create immersive soundscapes anywhere.
Priced at AED 1,505
Beoplay H100
Available in Hourglass Sand and Infinite Black
Meet your new in-flight essential. The Beoplay H100 are Bang & Olufsen's ultimate over-ear headphones delivering luxurious comfort, immersive sound performance and advanced noise cancellation. Dolby Atmos optimisation, titanium drivers, and a premium leather carry pouch make these headphones perfect for travellers who never compromise on style or sound.
Priced at AED 7,335
Beoplay Eleven
Available in Natural Aluminium
Wireless freedom meets flawless sound. The Beoplay Eleven earbuds combine upgraded noise cancellation with multipoint Bluetooth connectivity, offering a seamless listening experience whether you're navigating airports, strolling city streets or simply switching between devices on the go. Sleek, minimal and engineered for travel, they're the ideal companion for sound that moves with you.
Priced at AED 2,150
Beosound Explore
Available in Bonfire Orange, Green and Grey Mist
Crafted for adventure, the Beosound Explore is a rugged outdoor speaker made for off-the-grid moments. Waterproof, dust resistant, and incredibly durable, it brings Bang & Olufsen's signature sound to hiking trails, campfires, and everything in between.
Priced at AED 1,075
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