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Beats by Dre Pill+

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4.2
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User ratings:
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4.2 out of 5
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Consumer ratings:
4.8 / 5
Editorial reviews:
19
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3.6 out of 5
12 user ratings
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Pros

  • great sound quality
  • sound quality and overall performance are still very good
  • better sound and more features from speakers

Cons

  • no app-based equaliser here
  • lack of NFC does limit its connectivity options slightly though
  • mids become quite harsh and abrasive

Key specs

  • yes
  • no
  • 12 h

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Beats by Dre Pill+ - Pros & Cons

Beats by Dre Pill+

Pros

  • great sound quality
  • sound quality and overall performance are still very good
  • better sound and more features from speakers
  • fairly balanced
  • rich
  • and clear sound
  • boast outdoor-friendly
  • water-resistant designs
  • Bluetooth latency is low with iOS and Android devices
  • It has a sturdy build
  • better-built speaker with longer battery life

Cons

  • no app-based equaliser here
  • lack of NFC does limit its connectivity options slightly though
  • mids become quite harsh and abrasive
  • sound isn t too directional and can have a stab at filling smaller rooms
  • the bass loses much of its weight
  • iPhone-style Lightning charging socket
  • Wireless features are a little stripped-back
  • puny
  • need only carry a single cable around for their phone and speaker
  • dynamic quirks and jerks
  • No sign of the rose gold finish yet though

Beats by Dre Pill+ - Technical Overview

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IconWeight
745 g
Best:
Philips BT2650
Weight: 0.21 g
IconPlayback time
12 h
Best:
Music Angel Mini Best Friendz
Playback time: 120 h

Beats by Dre Pill+ - Full Specifications

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Sound
Channels2.0
Number of drivers4
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Dimensions
Height2.5 in
Width8.27 in
Depth8.27 in
Weight26.28 oz
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Features
Docking station for mobile/Tabletno
Radio receiverno
Smart speaker (virtual assistant)no
USB input portyes
Built-in microphoneyes
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Design
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  • Green
  • Grey
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  • White
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Connectivity
USByes
USB version2.0
Type of USB connector
USB
AUX inyes
Bluetoothyes
Bluetooth version4.0
Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)1
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
DLNAyes
NFCyes
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Power
Battery operatedyes
USB poweredyes
Electric (not USB)yes
Battery typeLi-Ion
Playback time12.0 h
Battery life (max)12.0 h

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Beats by Dre Pill+ Beats by Dre - Editorial Reviews (19)

3.6
Based on 19 reviews
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stuff.tv/my/
Published: 03.12.2015
Beats Pill+ Speaker
3.0

The first Apple-fied Beats speaker isn't quite what the doctor ordered

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Good Housekeeping
Published: 31.08.2016
Beats Pill +
4.3

A Lab favorite, this sleek and stylish indoor speaker provides powerful sound in a small package.

Beats by Dre Pill+ Protected: Beats Pill+ Review (2015) – Beats Just Blew Away The Competition
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Chip Chick
Published: 16.11.2015
Protected: Beats Pill+ Review (2015) – Beats Just Blew Away The Competition

Beats' latest Pill is their best yet. The new Beats Pill+ is the company’s first speaker since Apple brought Beats into the family, and it’s clear that the fruits of this partnership have been juiced

Beats by Dre Pill+ Review: Beats Pill+ packs portable sound & Lightning charging in an Apple-designed speaker
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9to5Mac
Published: 04.12.2015
Review: Beats Pill+ packs portable sound & Lightning charging in an Apple-designed speaker

At the start of the week we saw Apple officially pull the plug on Beats Music after using it as the foundation for Apple Music which includes a streaming radio station dubbed Beats 1 as a salute. On the hardware front, Apple is totally marching forward with the headphone and speaker business it acquired after buying Beats for $3 billion a […]

Beats by Dre Pill+ Beats Pill+ Portable Wireless Speaker Review
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Gadgetmac
Published: 30.10.2015
Beats Pill+ Portable Wireless Speaker Review

If you're in the market for a supremely stylish portable Bluetooth speaker, chances are that you're seriously considering the new Beats Pill+  right now. The Pill+ is the first portable speaker to come out of Beats since Apple purchased the brand a few years ago, and unlike the original an

Beats by Dre Pill+ Review: Beats Electronics Beats Pill+ Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
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iLounge
Published: 28.10.2015
Review: Beats Electronics Beats Pill+ Wireless Bluetooth Speaker

Traditionally, we've never been big fans of Beats products. Through the years, the only Beats product that ever earned a high recommendation from us was ...

Beats by Dre Pill+ Beats Pill+ Review
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TechGearLab
Published: 05.04.2017
Beats Pill+ Review
4.8

The Beats Pill+ was a solid all-around performer in our testing, but couldn't quite match the sound quality of the Bose models we tested. Still, the Pill+...

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TechRadar
Published: 31.08.2016
Beats Pill+ review
3.0

The Pill+ is a product you'll want to love, but probably won't

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RTINGS.com
Published: 25.02.2021
Beats Pill+ Review
3.4

The Beats Pill+ is a small, portable Bluetooth speaker. It has a sturdy build, though it doesn't have an advertised rating for dust or water resistance. Its soun...

Beats by Dre Pill+ Beats Pill+ Speaker Review ~ | Gadget Review
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Gadget Review
Published: 08.09.2020
Beats Pill+ Speaker Review ~ | Gadget Review
4.4

If you’re looking for a speaker companion, one that emphasizes bass, the Beats Pill+ is making a really good argument. Equipped with drivers that offer great

Beats by Dre Pill+ Beats Pill+ Review
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PCMAG
Published: 29.07.2016
Beats Pill+ Review
3.5

The portable Beats Pill+ speaker delivers strong Bluetooth audio for its size, USB charging, and speakerphone functionality, but it's priced a bit high compared with the competition.

Beats by Dre Pill+ Review: Beats Pill+
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www.themasterswitch.com
Published: 10.08.2018
Review: Beats Pill+

See our in-depth review of the Beats Pill+ Bluetooth speaker, with our analysis of the design, sound quality, accessories, and more.

Beats by Dre Pill+ Beats' new Pill+ Bluetooth speaker charges with Apple Lightning cable
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CNET
Published: 07.10.2015
Beats' new Pill+ Bluetooth speaker charges with Apple Lightning cable

Slightly bigger and shaped differently than the original Pill, the new Pill+ offers better sound and battery life, as well faster charging with an included lightning cable.

Beats by Dre Pill+ Best wireless speakers for 2018: These are our 15 favourite Bluetooth speakers
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Alphr
Published: 15.12.2015
Best wireless speakers for 2018: These are our 15 favourite Bluetooth speakers

For those of us that have strong memories of untangling speaker cables, Bluetooth speakers can seem like witchcraft. Plonk a pill-shaped box on your shelf, or hang it up in the kitchen, then zap your music to it with

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Trusted Reviews
Published: 25.11.2015
Beats Pill+
3.0

Beats Pill Plus review: Beats gives its small portable speaker a serious level-up. But is it enough?