Bose Portable Smart Speaker Google Assistant

I setup my smart home relying on Google Assistant. I understand that Sonos has this capability ready. In fact I trust that using Sonos with Google Assistant is already been as common by Sonos users around the world. However, with the limitation of Google Assistant availability in the region, Malaysia Sonos users are not able to embrace the IoT capability as part of the overall experience. I know it is impossible to ask Sonos to "do something" but it would be really great if Sonos will look into this issue and work with Google to push through the wish list for the users residing in Malaysia. Much thanks.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This speaker is outstanding! Another Win for the JBL Team. I have the Authentics in my living room on an end-table and to my surprise almost everyone who walks past it asks where did i get that Retro Speaker and how does it sound. I have no hesitation to open my App, provided in the instructions, and play what ever they want to hear. It is so user friendly through the App or by adjusting the Bass and Treble. I do however suggest you put it on a hard surface because of the large subwoofer on the bottom. I had it on carpeted floor and it didn't have the same punch. It is equipped with Voice Assistant integration, Built-in Wi-Fi, The JBL One App like I was telling you about, a 3.5 mm audio cable Input, and Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant built in. Just a heads up you will have to go onto you Amazon account to add the device I'm sure Google is the same way. Also "JBL One" the App allows you to adjust the Mid range where the adjustable dials on top of the speaker do not have the option. Similar to the Extreme 3, it has a built in charger connection on the back. Very useful. You have heard the Pros, now for the Cons. It has some weight to it BUT you're not carrying it around everywhere so it's cool. Must have on a mid height flat surface for best quality sound, That's all I got lol

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have been using this speaker for several weeks now and overall I am very happy with this product. I recently took it camping to play Halloween sounds for all of the campers. My first impression wasn’t so great through because this speaker doesn’t come with a charging brick. I can’t use my phone’s charging brick because it is a C port to C port connection and this speaker requires a C port to A port connection. Other than this issue I have nothing bad to say about this speaker. It can even be charged by my phone but I can’t use the speaker to charge my phone. The sound quality is exceptionable. It has a smooth and sleek design and I love the black color. It is very easy and intuitive to use. It has a built in mic for phone calls. It also has a mute button. I can answer the phone and hang up by hitting the phone button. One of my favorite parts about this speaker is that I can use Google Assistant as long as it is connected through Bluetooth by holding down the phone button and waiting for the Google Assistant to activate. It has a long battery life of up to 24 hours and it is quick charging. It has a portable size and only weighs about one pound. It is waterproof and shockproof which will make it perfect for poolside use in the summer. It also has a Sony Music Center app which is helpful because it shows battery life, allows for volume adjustment and has EQ settings. It can also connect to multiple phones at once. Overall, I am very happy with this Sony speaker and I plan to use it frequently.

It's a great portable smart speaker for indoor and outdoor use.

I replaced a Bose Smart Speaker 500 with the Marshall Action 3 speaker. I prefer the simplicity & well built design of my Marshall speaker, and the sound is indeed AWESOME!

Best portable speaker!! The sound is amazing!! Love my Bose speaker!!

Bose The Sound Link is one of the best portable speaker I have purchased

This is the best portable speaker I’ve ever had - great job Bose

Sometimes you don't want to use a voice assistant to adjust the lights, even if you have a smart speaker. Sometimes your smart speaker doesn't hear you, or you want to control the lights from a room in which you don't have a smart speaker. For those instances, I've found these to be a great solution. One tip: I use 3M command fasteners to stick these to the wall instead of the included mounting solutions. The command fasteners do cause the plate to be held a little offset from the wall, but the ability to more easily remove and reposition them without leaving a screw hole or mark on the wall is worth it.

I've had many smart and not so smart speakers connected to my TV in various ways. For context all of our TV watching is done via Apple TV. We've used Bluetooth speakers, original Google home speaker, homepod and even Sonos one. My favorite feature is that I no longer have to connect a speaker every time I want to watch TV. The HDMI ARC connection works great. My only gripe is that I'm still waiting for Google Assistant.