Ultimate Ears, a brand of Logitech, has expanded its lineup of portable Bluetooth speakers. The expansion features the introduction of WONDERBOOM 3 and a new color for the HYPERBOOM.
WONDERBOOM 3
The WONDERBOOM 3 is made with 100% recycled polyester fabric and a minimum of certified 31% post-consumer recycled plastic, The ultraportable speaker audio lasts up to 14 hours with full-stereo boom, and its IP67 rating means it’s waterproof, dustproof and floats. T
The WONDERBOOM 3 will come in four colors at launch, including Joyous Bright (Gray), Hyper Pink, Performance Blue and Active Black. The speaker features 40 meters (or 131 feet) of Bluetooth range and sports a loop so you can take it with you. You can also pair up two wireless WONDERBOOM 3 speakers for even bigger sound.
HYPERBOOM
HYPERBOOM, Ultimate Ears’ loudest and bassiest speaker, is new available in white. Its rechargeable battery purportedly lasts up to 24 hours. It also supports four input sources:two Bluetooth, one 3.5mm auxiliary and one optical audio. According to Jonah Staw, general manager of Ultimate Ears, the adaptive EQ on HYPERBOOM reads the environment and automatically adjusts the sound to fill any space.
He adds that the HYPERBOOM is also “party-proof.” With an IPX4 rating, it can withstand drink spills or pool splashes. If your phone is running out of power, plug it into the USB charge-out port on HYPERBOOM and keep the music going. Using One-Touch Music Control, you can also play, pause and skip tracks directly on the speaker.
HYPERBOOM is supported on the Ultimate Ears BOOM app, available from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. On the app, you can set up favorite playlists, remotely turn the speaker on or off, adjust volume and more. You can also check that you have the latest speaker software and connect HYPERBOOM with any other BOOM, MEGABOOM or HYPERBOOM speakers using the app’s PartyUp feature.
Pricing and availability
The WONDERBOOM 3 will be available for purchase in the U.S., Europe and Asia Pacific later this month and in Latin America in January 2023 for a manufacturer’s suggested retail price of US$99.99. The HYPERBOOM white will be available for sale beginning in September in select countries for a suggested retail price of $449.99. Pricing varies by country. For more information, go to www.ultimateears.com.
