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Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III

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Pros

  • it s quite easy to connect to the speakers using Bluetooth
  • with both
  • audio performance and premium design

Cons

  • everything sounds a bit bass heavy
  • music was a little subdued here and the vocals were a bit exaggerated
  • It s also a little bulkier and heavier

Key specs

  • yes
  • 29.53 ft
  • no
  • yes
  • 14 h

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Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III - Pros & Cons

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III

Pros

  • it s quite easy to connect to the speakers using Bluetooth
  • with both
  • audio performance and premium design
  • sound separation with the speaker is quite good
  • amazing and sturdy designs
  • The Bluetooth range is promised to be a good 30 feet
  • a sturdy and premium build
  • clarity
  • deep sound
  • and comfort
  • The sound is quite good and the physical design is just brilliant

Cons

  • everything sounds a bit bass heavy
  • music was a little subdued here and the vocals were a bit exaggerated
  • It s also a little bulkier and heavier
  • no distortion didn t really make the songs sound bad
  • video commercial is bad
  • portable all-in-one product area
  • Bose QC15 noise canceling headphones
  • Bose Soundlink Mini has been discontinued
  • Bose uses a bit of trickery to make the sound generally seem wider
  • Moto X took around 20 seconds to successfully pair
  • There is no option to charge via USB

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III - Technical Overview

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IconBluetooth wireless range
29.53 ft
Best:
Ion Cornerstone
Bluetooth wireless range: 984.25 ft
IconWeight
1369.85 g
Best:
Philips BT2650
Weight: 0.21 g
IconPlayback time
14 h
Best:
Music Angel Mini Best Friendz
Playback time: 120 h

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III - Full Specifications

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Sound
Channels1.0
Low frequency20.0 Hz
High frequency0.0 kHz
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Dimensions
Height5.16 in
Width10.08 in
Depth1.89 in
Weight48.32 oz
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Features
Docking station for mobile/Tabletno
Radio receiverno
Smart speaker (virtual assistant)no
Speakerphoneyes
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black,Silver
  • Blue
  • Green
  • Grey
  • Orange
  • Pink
Built-in displayyes
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Connectivity
USBno
Type of USB connectorMicro-USB
AUX inyes
Source of connection
  • iOS App
  • Android App
  • Windows Phone App
  • Mac App
  • PC App
  • Integrated in Speaker
Aptx Supportno
Bluetoothyes
Wired inputs
  • 3.5mm
  • Micro-USB
Bluetooth version2.0
Bluetooth wireless range29.53 ft
Analogue 3.5mm input (Aux)1
Wireless network (Wi-Fi)no
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Power
Battery operatedyes
Electric (not USB)yes
Battery typeLi-Ion
Playback time14.0 h
Battery life (max)14.0 h

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Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III Bose - Editorial Reviews (14)

3.5
Based on 14 reviews
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Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III 10 best Bluetooth speakers across price bands
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DNA India
Published: 10.07.2015
10 best Bluetooth speakers across price bands

10 best Bluetooth speakers across price bands - We pick ten Bluetooth speakers across price bands from the scores of speakers on offer.

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III Bose SoundLink 3 Review
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SoundGuys
Published: 06.03.2014
Bose SoundLink 3 Review
3.9

The Bose SoundLink 3 surpasses its predecessor in nearly every way, but the price tag might put it out of reach for some music lovers.

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III Bose Soundlink III Review
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Digit.in/hi/
Published: 06.05.2015
Bose Soundlink III Review
3.6

Read the in depth Review of Bose Soundlink III Audio Video. Know detailed info about Bose Soundlink III configuration, design and performance quality along with pros & cons, Digit rating, verdict based on user opinions/feedback.

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III Bose SoundLink III review | | Resource Centre by Reliance Digital
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Bose SoundLink III review | | Resource Centre by Reliance Digital

With amazing sturdy design and excellent battery life, does the Bose SoundLink III perform better over other products in the same category? Find out

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III Comparison Review: B&O Play A2, Bose SoundLink III and Teufel Boomster
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Notebookcheck
Published: 02.10.2016
Comparison Review: B&O Play A2, Bose SoundLink III and Teufel Boomster

Comparison review of the Bluetooth speakers Beoplay A2, Bose SoundLink III and Teufel Boomster complete with pink noise measurements.

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III: Review
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Music Photo Life
Published: 26.06.2014
Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III: Review

After getting thoroughly impressed with the Bose SoundLink Mini, and somewhat underwhelmed by the SoundDock…

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III Review
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PCMAG
Published: 20.02.2014
Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III Review
4.0

The Bose SoundLink III is a solid replacement of the Editors' Choice SoundLink II, with powerful, clear sound in a functional, portable body.

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III Review: Bose Soundlink III portable Bluetooth speaker — is bigger best?
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9to5Mac
Published: 23.02.2014
Review: Bose Soundlink III portable Bluetooth speaker — is bigger best?

I was a huge gushing fan of the Bose Soundlink Mini when I reviewed it this summer, calling it the “Best Sounding portable Bluetooth speaker ever”. For $199 you’d get bookshelf type of power and clarity with 6 hour battery in a portable package that you could throw in a coat pocket, bag, or purse. This week, […]

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III Review: Bose SoundLink III Bluetooth Wireless Speaker
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hardwarezone.com.sg
Published: 24.05.2014
Review: Bose SoundLink III Bluetooth Wireless Speaker
4.3

The Bose SoundLink III is the latest update in Bose's SoundLink Wireless Bluetooth speaker series. With ever more competition in the crowded wireless Bluetooth speaker category, can Bose still stand out? We find out in this review.

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III Review: Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III
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iLounge
Published: 19.02.2014
Review: Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III

Bose is back with SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III ($300), the third iteration of the wireless speaker since it was introduced in late 2011, and revved ...

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III Bose Soundlink III Bluetooth speaker review: That big Bose sound in a very small package
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pcworld.com_techhive.com
Published: 31.10.2016
Bose Soundlink III Bluetooth speaker review: That big Bose sound in a very small package
1.8

It's light on features and portability costs extra, but Bose fans will find plenty to like in this small speaker.

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III Bose SoundLink 3 review
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Android Authority
Published: 06.03.2014
Bose SoundLink 3 review

The Bose SoundLink 3 surpasses its predecessor in nearly every way, but the price tag might put it out of reach for some music lovers.

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III review: The Lexus of Bluetooth speakers
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CNET
Published: 19.02.2014
Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker III review: The Lexus of Bluetooth speakers
4.0

Though it remains somewhat pricey, Bose's SoundLink Bluetooth speaker III, improves on its predecessor, which already was a top-notch portable wireless speaker.

Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker III Home review
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whathifi
Published: 17.02.2015
Home review
3.0

Solid build and sound, but that bass and lack of clarity has us looking at alternatives