Bluetooth Speakers – The Best Way to Enjoy Your Favorite Music Anywhere
Bluetooth speakers transform your playlists into crisp, loud sound. Named for Harald Bluetooth of Denmark (10th century), the technology uses radio waves to transmit audio data.
These portable speakers connect wirelessly to your phone, tablet or computer and are great for taking anywhere you go – or sharing music with family and friends!
Portable
No matter your music streaming needs – be it at the beach, backyard, office or party – portable Bluetooth speakers make great additions. Their portability and waterproof rating means they’re easily portable from camping trips to office meetings to strolls through the park or simply as speakerphones for mobile phone conversations.
When selecting a portable Bluetooth speaker, range should be your number one consideration. Some advertised models boast ranges up to 30 feet; however, these measurements often take place under ideal conditions without obstructions that limit signal strength limiting signal strength limiting range & battery life significantly less than advertised.
Consider what Bluetooth codec a speaker supports as well. If you prefer higher-quality audio, look for speakers supporting either aptX HD or the lesser-used aptX Adaptive codecs; these add on top of basic Bluetooth standards and can drastically enhance transmission quality.
Some Bluetooth speakers feature an aux input, or line-in socket. This feature is useful if your devices do not support wireless audio such as an old CD player or record player; sometimes an aux-in Bluetooth speaker may even be connected directly to a television via special protocols.
Some speakers come equipped with dedicated Bluetooth pairing buttons while others allow their power or volume buttons to double as pairing switches. No matter which switch is used for pairing purposes, Bluetooth must first be turned on before using your speaker for the first time. Once it has been connected with any compatible device and its Bluetooth feature turned on, you can play music from it from any connected device that has Bluetooth enabled capabilities. You can even link multiple Bluetooth speakers together using a hub so they play music together – perfect for home entertainment systems!
Easy to pair
Setting up a bluetooth speaker with any device is simple: make sure both speakers are powered on and within range of each other, charge up your Bluetooth battery periodically and keep any unnecessary wireless devices like printers, keyboards or headsets disabled to ensure a strong connection is formed between them and your speakers. Also keep fluorescent lighting away as this could also interfere with Bluetooth signal.
First, enable the Bluetooth speaker’s pairing mode. Most Bluetooth speakers can be put into pairing mode by pressing and holding its power button until an indicator or LED flashes quickly; you’ll find this button either on its backside or user manual. Next step should be connecting your smartphone or tablet with the Bluetooth speaker; all audio from apps and music players will now play through this speaker instead of its internal speaker on your phone. Some Bluetooth speakers require a passcode when pairing; please refer to user manual or try entering “0000 1234”.
Bluetooth speaker pairing is usually straightforward, though some individuals may experience problems due to interference – an effect caused when multiple devices use the same radio frequency. To mitigate interference issues, turn off any unnecessary devices in your room and keep your Bluetooth speaker away from microwaves or fluorescent lighting sources.
Another common cause is low battery, making pairing more challenging. Always recharge your Bluetooth speaker after use to ensure it’s fully charged before trying again; restarting may help solve this issue as well.
If you want to pair a bluetooth speaker to your computer, open up the Bluetooth settings window and choose “Add Bluetooth or other device.” Windows will start searching for nearby devices; once this search has completed, a list will appear showing all available speakers – select one to pair and follow on-screen instructions until completed; once connected you should be able to listen to audio through it!
High-quality sound
Great music is essential to many, and with Bluetooth and WiFi speakers you can experience your favorites anywhere without being tied down by cords. But how exactly do these wireless devices produce such high-quality sound? The secret lies within digital-to-analog converters (DACs) inside speaker drivers which convert audio signals from sources to sound waves perceivable by ears. DACs are located inside electrodynamic transducers which convert electrical signals into mechanical vibrations for your enjoyment.
Bluetooth technology enables devices to wirelessly communicate over short distances using ultra-high frequency (UHF) radio waves. Bluetooth speakers employ this same technology to transmit digital audio signals directly to their listeners using SBC or AAC codecs that modulate a UHF carrier signal transmitted from within their speaker receivers.
Bluetooth speakers contain an audio DAC that converts digital audio signals into analog output voltage that drives its speaker driver. This analog output voltage is then transformed back into digital audio signals by its transducer and converted back into soundwaves that your ears can interpret as your favorite songs or podcasts.
Although there are plenty of Bluetooth speakers on the market, it’s essential that you carefully evaluate all your options when purchasing one. Take note of battery life, portability and sound quality before making your selection – one with up to 15-hour playback will give you plenty of time for listening to music or podcasts at home or while out and about.
The best Bluetooth speakers offer many features to enhance your listening experience, including USB charging ports for wired connections and support of Bluetooth low-energy (BLE) streaming technology for power efficiency. Furthermore, some feature near field communication (NFC), which enables two devices to quickly establish connection with just a tap of their fingers; others come equipped with alarm clocks, voice assistants and remote controls – among others!
Consideration should also be given to an IP rating, which measures its resistance to dust and water. If you plan on using your speaker outdoors, consider investing in one with waterproof capabilities for optimal use. Also look out for speakers supporting LDAC which provides higher-quality audio streaming over Bluetooth.
Long battery life
Battery life of bluetooth speakers is an integral element when selecting new devices, as it determines their use and enjoyment. Longer lasting batteries allow more listening pleasure with less frequent recharging required; many models boasting longer lasting batteries feature various charging features to maintain charge levels for extended playback time.
The most prevalent Bluetooth speaker utilizes a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, typically lasting for 10-14 hours at medium volume and charging simultaneously. They come in different shapes and sizes making them convenient to carry around.
Bluetooth speakers work by transmitting digital audio signals over short-range radio frequency (RF) waves operating within the UHF band (2.400 to 2.485 GHz). A device connected to it, like an MP3 player or smartphone, sends digital data that is encoded with a codec before being modulated onto carrier waves for transmission through Bluetooth’s RF channels and ultimately decoded at its receiver in order to produce actual sound waves that you can hear.
To connect a bluetooth speaker to your device, you need to enable its Bluetooth settings and ensure it’s turned on and within range of the speaker. Once in pairing mode, both devices should exchange digital handshakes before becoming paired; if this doesn’t happen right away, try rebooting either device or manually entering pairing mode by pressing its Bluetooth button until a flashing light appears on both.
Some bluetooth speakers feature a dedicated pairing button while others utilize their power button for this function. If unsure which button to press, consult your speaker’s owner’s manual for guidance. Once connected via bluetooth, songs from your phone can be streamed directly onto it using Voice Control technology and controlled using your voice alone.
While bluetooth speakers provide access to music and podcasts, most models do not support Voice Over IP (VOIP) functionality. They do, however, support multi-point technology so you can connect multiple bluetooth speakers together or use them as aux inputs from non-Bluetooth devices – something most other speakers cannot.