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CNET
5 days ago
- Business
- CNET
Prime Day Deal: My Favorite Bluetooth Speaker Is Over 35% Off During the Big Sale
With many of us worried about tariffs raising prices on electronics, Amazon Prime Day seems like the perfect time to scoop them up. That includes the Anker Soundcore Boom 2, which is now available in the black model on sale for $90, or 36% off, at Amazon for Prime members. I awarded the Soundcore Boom 2 a CNET Editors' Choice among the list of best Bluetooth speakers because it's well-priced and delivers impressive sound, making it an excellent value. There are plenty of Bluetooth speakers to choose from but the Soundcore Boom 2 stands out for its compact, waterproof design and great value for the money. Compared with its competitors, this mini boom box speaker is already a good deal at its list price of $140. But for under $100, this is an excellent Prime Day deal. However, we suggest acting fast, as Amazon deals like this one tend to go quickly. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. I liked the original Soundcore Motion Boom, which made our list of the best Bluetooth speakers and was one of the better mini boom box Bluetooth speaker values in the past few years. It's also on sale for $70 for Prime Day. The 3.66-pound Boom 2 is priced a little higher but sounds substantially better, with more than double the power rating of the original, so it not only plays louder but kicks out more bass and offers better clarity at higher volumes (it's equipped with two tweeters and one subwoofer). It also has a couple of built-in LED lights to help create that party vibe. Looking for more? Don't miss the other Anker deals you can snag during Prime Day today. Anker Soundcore Boom 2 speaker specs Here are the details about this mini boom box Bluetooth speaker. Drivers: 50-watt, 4-inch racetrack subwoofer and dual 15-watt tweeters 50-watt, 4-inch racetrack subwoofer and dual 15-watt tweeters Dimensions: 11.65 x 7.28 x 3.98 inches 11.65 x 7.28 x 3.98 inches Weight: 3.66 pounds 3.66 pounds Battery life: Up to 24 hours at moderate volume levels Up to 24 hours at moderate volume levels Bluetooth version: 5.3 (100-foot or 30-meter wireless range) 5.3 (100-foot or 30-meter wireless range) Water-resistance rating: IPX7 (fully waterproof and floatable) IPX7 (fully waterproof and floatable) Additional features : Built-in light show, customizable EQ, PartyCast 2.0 (link additional Anker speakers) : Built-in light show, customizable EQ, PartyCast 2.0 (link additional Anker speakers) Universal remote: Included Roku remote controls most TVs Why I like this Anker speaker The speaker's design isn't sleek or eye-catching but it's attractive enough and just the right size -- neither too big nor too small -- and you can choose among three colors, although only the black model is available for the Prime Day deal. It also seems pretty durable, although it doesn't have a dust-resistance rating. The Boom 2 is fully waterproof (IPX7-rated) and floats should it fall into a body of water. Additionally, there's a USB-out port to charge your devices. Battery life is also good. The speaker's rated for up to 24 hours of playback at moderate volume levels (it charges via USB-C, which is good) and you can tweak the sound and customize the lighting with the Soundcore app for iOS and Android. Battery life does dip if you engage the bass boost or activate the LED lighting. Read more: Anker Soundcore Boom 2 Review Another Anker speaker to consider If you're looking for even more powerful sound, Anker makes the Soundcore Boom 2 Plus. A bigger speaker, it puts out more sound with similar features to the Boom 2. However, it costs around $250 (on sale for $175), and I don't think it sounds twice as good as the Boom 2 (more like 25% to 30% better). Still, it's also a good value. Read more: Best Tech Gifts Under $100 Want to check out the competition? We've tested and reviewed the best Bluetooth speakers this year, with Bose, Beats and Soundcore all featured on our list. And just in case you're on the hunt for more discounts, our dedicated shopping team at CNET has compiled the best Prime Day deals. Why this deal matters The Anker Soundcore Boom 2 is already a great deal as one of our top choices for a compact Bluetooth speaker. Summer is the perfect time to pick one up for all your get-togethers, and the Soundcore Boom 2's waterproof design makes it ideal for the beach or pool. With electronics prices likely to rise with the looming tariffs, the Prime Day deal maybe your best chance to score this speaker for under $100.
CNET
6 days ago
- Business
- CNET
Prime Day Deal: Grab Anker's New Soundcore Boom 3i Bluetooth Speaker While It's $45 Off
Amazon Prime Day sale: The Anker Soundcore Boom 3i speaker is available for $95 as part of Amazon's Prime Day sale event. That's equivalent to 32% off. We named this model the "best compact rugged Bluetooth speaker that floats," and it's now at the best price we've seen since it launched. A little less than five years ago, Anker released a Bluetooth speaker called the Soundcore Motion Plus that turned out to be popular because it delivered surprisingly good sound for its compact size and $100 price. In some ways, Anker's new Soundcore Boom 3i is the spiritual successor to that speaker. It's similarly shaped but has more of an outdoor adventure slant. Anker calls it "built for the wild" and is billing it as the first Bluetooth speaker with playback in water, as it floats and "auto-corrects" to keep the speaker drivers facing upward just above the surface. I've been using the Soundcore Boom 3i for the past few days and have mainly been impressed with it, but the speaker is a lot easier to recommend to CNET readers with a discount of $45 off the black model, dropping the price to $95. Meanwhile, the blue, yellow and red models range from $40 to $100 off for Prime Day. As you'd expect from a speaker that promotional photos show strapped onto a kayak (it does have a detachable carrying strap), the Soundcore Boom 3i is fully waterproof and dust-resistant, with an IP68 rating. Anker takes things a step further, touting the Boom 3i as "5x" saltwater-resistant. "While typical speakers may rust in under five months, Boom 3i stays corrosion-free for up to two years of beach, boat and seaside use." Read more: Best Bluetooth speakers of 2025 You shouldn't expect audiophile sound from a mono Bluetooth speaker of this ilk. But for the most part, the Soundcore Boom 3i gives you what you want from a portable Bluetooth speaker from a sound perspective. By that I mean it plays loud for its size -- it weighs about 1.8 pounds and measures 8.3 by 3.1 by 3.3 inches -- plus it puts out a reasonable amount of bass and has fairly respectable clarity. You can find speakers that sound a little more natural, but these types of rugged portable speakers aren't designed for critical listening. The speaker has some colorful LED lighting on each side. David Carnoy/CNET I used it outdoors and inside in a few rooms, including a bathroom (it does make for a good bathroom speaker), and it was able to fill smaller rooms with sound. You can tweak the sound with the equalizer settings in the Soundcore companion app for iOS and Android and play around with the settings for the built-in beat-synched LED light show, which I kept turned off most of the time. You can also pair two of these speakers up in stereo mode and get significantly better sound. I tested the speaker's playback in water by dropping it in a pool. It indeed flipped over, so the speaker drivers were facing up, and the music kept playing, though the audio got a little garbled when a little wave passed over the speaker, and the drivers started spitting water out. In other words, it certainly sounds better out of the water than in it. One of the problems with Bluetooth devices is that Bluetooth doesn't transmit through water, which is why you have to load MP3s into memory when using wireless headphones while swimming (you can't stream music to the headphones if your head is underwater). I don't know where the Bluetooth antenna is on this speaker, but presumably it's on the side that stays above the surface when the speaker is floating. Enlarge Image The Soundcore Boom 3i not only floats but auto-corrects to an upright orientation. David Carnoy/CNET You can actually activate a Buzz Clean mode from the app that makes the speaker vibrate and shed dirt and particles, like sand after a day at the beach. After finishing the Buzz Clean, you can then rinse off the speaker to get it truly clean. The speaker also has another interesting feature: Holding down the "BassUp" bass-boost button for 5 seconds sets off a 96-decibel emergency alarm -- Anker says it's clearly audible at up to 100 meters -- with flashing red LED lights. You can hit any button to turn the alarm off. Battery life is rated for 16 hours at moderate volumes, which is decent for a speaker this size. It's also worth pointing out that the Boom 3i has a Bluetooth range of 100 feet, which is better than the more typical 33 feet you get with many Bluetooth speakers. For more Prime Day Anker deals, check out our roundup of the best offers you can shop right now.
CNET
6 days ago
- CNET
Grab Anker's New Soundcore Boom 3i Bluetooth Speaker While It's $45 Off for Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day sale: The Anker Soundcore Boom 3i speaker is available for $95 as part of Amazon's Prime Day sale event. That's equivalent to 32% off. We named this model the "best compact rugged Bluetooth speaker that floats," and it's now at the best price we've seen since it launched. A little less than five years ago, Anker released a Bluetooth speaker called the Soundcore Motion Plus that turned out to be popular because it delivered surprisingly good sound for its compact size and $100 price. In some ways, Anker's new Soundcore Boom 3iSoundcore Boom 3i is the spiritual successor to that speaker. It's similarly shaped but has more of an outdoor adventure slant. Anker calls it "built for the wild" and billing it as the first Bluetooth speaker with playback in water, as it floats and "auto-corrects" to keep the speaker drivers facing upward just above the surface. I've been using the Soundcore Boom 3i for the past few days and have mainly been impressed with it, but the speaker is a lot easier to recommend to CNET readers with a discount of $45 off the black model, dropping the price to $95. Meanwhile, the blue, yellow or red models are $100 or $40 off for Prime Day. As you'd expect from a speaker that promotional photos show strapped onto a kayak (it does have a detachable carrying strap), the Soundcore Boom 3i is fully waterproof and dust-resistant, with an IP68 rating. Anker takes things a step further, touting the Boom 3i as "5x" saltwater-resistant. "While typical speakers may rust in under five months, Boom 3i stays corrosion-free for up to two years of beach, boat and seaside use." Read more: Best Bluetooth speakers of 2025 You shouldn't expect audiophile sound from a mono Bluetooth speaker of this ilk. But for the most part, the Soundcore Boom 3i gives you what you want from a portable Bluetooth speaker from a sound perspective. By that I mean it plays loud for its size -- it weighs about 1.8 pounds and measures 8.3 by 3.1 by 3.3 inches -- plus it puts out a reasonable amount of bass and has fairly respectable clarity. You can find speakers that sound a little more natural, but these types of rugged portable speakers aren't designed for critical listening. The speaker has some colorful LED lighting on each side. David Carnoy/CNET I used it outdoors and inside in a few rooms, including a bathroom (it does make for a good bathroom speaker), and it was able to fill smaller rooms with sound. You can tweak the sound with the equalizer settings in the Soundcore companion app for iOS and Android and play around with the settings for the built-in beat-synched LED light show, which I kept turned off most of the time. You can also pair two of these speakers up in stereo mode and get significantly better sound. I tested the speaker's playback in water by dropping it in a pool. It indeed flipped over, so the speaker drivers were facing up, and the music kept playing, though the audio got a little garbled when a little wave passed over the speaker, and the drivers started spitting water out. In other words, it certainly sounds better out of the water than in it. One of the problems with Bluetooth devices is that Bluetooth doesn't transmit through water, which is why you have to load MP3s into memory when using wireless headphones while swimming (you can't stream music to the headphones if your head is underwater). I don't know where the Bluetooth antenna is on this speaker, but presumably it's on the side that stays above the surface when the speaker is floating. Enlarge Image The Soundcore Boom 3i not only floats but auto-corrects to an upright orientation. David Carnoy/CNET You can actually activate a Buzz Clean mode from the app that makes the speaker vibrate and shed dirt and particles, like sand after a day at the beach. After finishing the Buzz Clean, you can then rinse off the speaker to get it truly clean. The speaker also has another interesting feature: Holding down the "BassUp" bass-boost button for 5 seconds sets off a 96-decibel emergency alarm -- Anker says it's clearly audible at up to 100 meters -- with flashing red LED lights. You can hit any button to turn the alarm off. Battery life is rated for 16 hours at moderate volumes, which is decent for a speaker this size. It's also worth pointing out that the Boom 3i has a Bluetooth range of 100 feet, which is better than the more typical 33 feet you get with many Bluetooth speakers.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
The best Prime Day Bluetooth speaker deals you can shop a day early
All products featured here are independently selected by our editors and writers. If you buy something through links on our site, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. The best Prime Day Bluetooth speaker deals at a glance: BEST OVERALL Sony ULT Field 3 $144.95 (save $55.04) Get Deal BEST BUDGET DEAL Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go $21.99 (save $13) Get Deal BEST SPLURGE Sony ULT Field 5 $198 (save $131.99) Get Deal Having a quality speaker to crank the songs of the summer is never a bad idea, especially if you plan on hosting parties, hitting the beach, or heading out on a camping trip. Fortunately, if you're lacking in the Bluetooth speaker department, now is a great time to score one for a sweet deal — because it's Prime Day, baby. Prime Day formally falls on July 8 through 11 this year, but Amazon started dropping prices on top audio brands like Sony, JBL, and Anker Soundcore hella early. We expect the list to grow exponentially once the event officialy kicks off, but if you want to shop a bit early, have at it. Some Bluetooth speakers are already down to record lows. We'll be tracking the best Bluetooth speaker deals throughout Prime Day and updating this page with the latest and greatest prices. If you don't see anything that catches your eye just yet, be sure to check back as the official sale kicks off. 🔥 Opens in a new window Credit: Sony Sony ULT Field 3 🔥 $144.95 at Amazon $199.99 Save $55.04 Get Deal The Sony ULT Field 3 has only been out for a few months, but it's already earned the title of our favorite speaker for bass lovers. And ahead of Prime Day, it's down to just $144.95 — that's its best price ever. The ULT Field 3 checks all the right boxes for a Bluetooth speaker — it's waterproof, dustproof, shockproof, and rustproof, and has great audio quality, solid battery life, and hefty bass you'll feel in your chest. Mashable Deputy Shopping and Reviews Editor Miller Kern writes, "The speaker is great for punching up your music and bringing out little details you might miss on another speaker." Check out our full review of the Sony ULT Field 3 speaker. Anker Soundcore Select 4 Go — $21.99 $34.99 (save $13) Anker Soundcore 2 — $29.44 $39.99 (save $10.55) Sony SRS-XB100 — $33 $59.99 (save $26.99) 🔥 JBL Clip 5 — $59.95 $79.95 (save $20) Sony ULT Field 1 — $83 $129.99 (save $46.99) 🔥 Sony SRS-XE300 — $88 $199.99 (save $111.99) JBL Flip 6 — $97.79 $129.95 (save $32.16) Beats Pill — $99.95 $149.95 (save $50) Marshall Willen II — $99.99 $129.99 (save $30) Anker Soundcore Boom 2 — $119.99 $139.99 (save $20) Marshall Emberton III — $149.99 $179.99 (save $30) Sony ULT Field 5 — $198 $329.99 (save $131.99) 🔥 Marshall Acton III — $199.99 $299.99 (save $100) 🔥 JBL Boombox 3 — $399.95 $499.95 (save $100) 🔥
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Soundcore P20i earbuds are under $20 ahead of Prime Day
All products featured here are independently selected by our editors and writers. If you buy something through links on our site, Mashable may earn an affiliate commission. SAVE 50%: As of July 6, you can get the Soundcore by Anker P20i true wireless earbuds for just $19.99, down from $39.99, at Amazon. That's a 50% discount and a $20 savings. Anker Soundcore P20i True Wireless Earbuds $24.99 at Amazon $39.99 Save $15.00 Get Deal We're just three days away from the beginning of Amazon's annual Prime Day event, and the retailer's been throwing little deal nuggets our way all week. We've found discounts on Amazon devices (of course, it's an Amazon event), smartwatches, robot vacuums, and more. But one of the best deals we've spotted so far is on a pair of wireless earbuds that cost less than lunch. As of July 6, you can get the Soundcore by Anker P20i true wireless earbuds for just $19.99, down from $39.99, at Amazon. That's a 50% discount and a $20 savings. It's also just three cents more than its lowest price ever (they were $19.97 June 23). SEE ALSO: I tested sleep earbuds for over a month: Here are the 3 I'd buy on Prime Day The Soundcore by Anker P20i true wireless earbuds have 10mm drivers that deliver powerful bass for the price (audiophiles may have a different opinion), two built-in AI-enhanced mics, and 22 preset EQs to choose from in the companion app. You'll also get 10 hours of battery life on a single charge without the case and 30 hours with it. Apple AirPods Pro 2 ANC Earbuds With USB-C Charging Case — $159.99 (List Price $249.00) Fire TV Stick 4K Streaming Device With Remote (2023 Model) — $24.99 (List Price $49.99) Jackery Explorer 1000 v2 1070Wh Portable Power Station — $449.00 (List Price $799.00) Ring Indoor Cam 2nd Gen 1080p Camera With Cover (White, 2-Pack) — $59.98 (List Price $99.99) Blink Outdoor 4 XR 2 Camera Kit With Mini 2 Camera — $109.98 (List Price $219.98) Shark AV2511AE AI Robot Vacuum With XL Self-Empty Base — $297.99 (List Price $599.00) Amazon Fire HD 10 32GB Tablet (2023 Release, Black) — $69.99 (List Price $139.99) Fire TV Stick 4K Max Streaming Player With Remote (2023 Model) — $34.99 (List Price $59.99) 55" Amazon Fire TV Omni Mini-LED Series 4K QLED Smart TV (2024 Model) — $699.99 (List Price $819.99) Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones — $193.00 (List Price $348.00) Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 Wireless ANC Earbuds (Jet Black) — $199.95 (List Price $249.99)
