Review ECOXBT bluetooth speaker by ECOXGEAR

Описание: The ECOXBT bluetooth speaker has quite a lot of usability packed up into a very compact size.

The speaker case is strong and durable. It has a polycarbonate case with a rubberized outer shell. This makes it very grippy when carrying it and therefore it's not prone to slipping out of your hands. Couple the rubberized surface with the handles integrated in to the speaker on either side, you've got one solid little speaker.

The ECOXBT is waterproof. Not water-resistant, but completely waterproof. You can literally dunk this in water until it is fully submerged. I certainly would not suggest that you routinely dunk the speaker in water but the point is that if you are caught in a rainstorm or if you have the speaker outside poolside and it accidentally gets knocked into the water, it will shrug off the water and won't be damaged by the water. To be clear, this speaker is not intended to be used underwater... it just happens to be waterproof which makes it a perfect speaker to have outside during camping trips, picnics, whatever.

The top of the speaker has an on/off button, bluetooth button, volume rocker button and handsfree button. Sadly you cannot change tracks from the speaker, nor can you initiate a phone call, use SIRI or voice commands. You can't even play/pause music from the speaker. That's hard to believe but is how it is.

Pairing the speaker to a bluetooth device is simple. Not only is it simple but the speaker will remember up to 9 different devices. For instance, if you pair the speaker with your iPhone and then at a later time pair it with your laptop, it will remember the iPhone the next time you are within range of the iPhone. The speaker will always want to pair with the last used device when the speaker is turned on and the last used device is within range. Otherwise, if another device that has previously been paired with the speaker is within range and has it's bluetooth turned on, the speaker will connect to that device. It works quite well but unfortunately it is not possible to simply cycle from one device to another using the bluetooth button on the speaker. You must first disconnect a device then reconnect with the other device.

Another great feature of this speaker is the built-in speakerphone. It's really amazing to me that it works as well as it does. If you are paired with your smartphone and you receive an incoming call, the phone will ring through the speaker. Simply pressing the phone button on the speaker connects your call through the speakerphone of the speaker. The impressive noise cancellation of the speakerphone does an excellent job and provides surprisingly clear sound to both parties.

The speaker also has an auto-off feature to conserve battery life. If no activity is occurring through the speaker for 10 minutes, it shuts itself down. This is a great feature that extends the already impressive up-to-10 hour battery life of the ECOXBT.

On the backside of the speaker is a small cover that provides access to the aux-in and USB ports. A lanyard is provided to attach to the cover so it remains with the speaker. This helps ensure you don't misplace the cover when you remove it to gain access to the USB and aux-in ports. The cover has a silicon o-ring around it as well as two plugs that fit into the aux-in and USB ports to provide a waterproof seal. It is important therefore to always make sure that the o-ring is clean and that no sand, dirt or other contaminants impede the seal otherwise the speaker will lost it's waterproof qualities.

A carabiner clip is provided and is used to hook into a nylon loop on the backside of the speaker. This enables you to attach the speaker to something, like a backpack.

The speaker sounds pretty good for the price and purpose. Sure, it lacks some bass and I did get a sense of some harshness in the sound quality but for the price and taking into consideration the fact that it is waterproof, has a built-in speakerphone and 10-hour battery life, this is one heck of decent package at a very reasonable price.

I really enjoy the fact that this speaker is solid, durable and can be tossed around with little regard to harming it. The polycarbonate base with rubberized cover and the substantial steel grill makes it feel almost indestructible.

Because it is charged via USB, you can really extend the already useful battery life of the radio by taking along a portable battery backup.

I was impressed with the ECOXBT bluetooth speaker. It is well-made, has decent sound and great battery life. The fact that it also has a built-in speakerphone only adds to the value. It may lack some bass and the maximum volume won't blow the roof off the joint, but it is versatile, waterproof, virtually bomb-proof and is a great "take it anywhere" portable bluetooth speaker that you don't have to coddle.