Hey guys,
As a lot of you may know by now, I like reviewing mostly unknown brands to see what their quality is like in comparison to a brand which we all know! Well today I'm back with a review of this UNITEK speaker! (Pictures at the bottom!)
First things first, lets start with the packaging. It arrives in a plastic package which has details about what the speaker can do, such as hands free voice calls, play music and listen to the FM Radio. You can clearly see the speaker, which I think is a nice touch!
I have to say, the speaker was a lot smaller then I expected, like.. a lot smaller! Taking the speaker out of the packaging, you are greeted with an instruction manual which tells you how to do everything with the speaker such as volume up and down and how to power it on. A flat micro-usb cable and a little 'Thank You' card are also included in the packaging!
The build of the speaker is really, really good. It is fully metal and is pretty heavy which makes me believe it is definitely real metal, as it is also cold to the touch. It has a nice chamfer on the top and middle of it, which make it look more premium. The speaker grill at the top is also metal which is great!
On the bottom of the speaker there is a blue LED light which lights up when you turn on the speaker, and flashes while music is playing. All the controls are on the bottom side of the speaker. There is a button which changes from bluetooth mode, to aux mode to FM radio mode (which interestingly uses the Micro-USB cable as the antenna!). There are also the volume up and down buttons, skip track buttons and pause play buttons. There is a port for the Micro-USB cable and there is a SD Card slot in case you have any music on an SD card.
Lets talking about sound quality. It is loud, really, really loud. Shaking desks and vibrating floors loud. It really surprised me since the speaker is so small, but I wouldn't recommend keeping it up that loud all the time in case it blows the speaker! The bass is really good with this speaker which I love and the mids and the highs are pretty decent as well from my testing! Battery life is great, and I got about 4.5/5 hrs of music playback with the speaker. It only took 30 minutes to charge from 0-100% as well.
Overall, this is an excellent speaker and I would fully recommend it to anybody who is interested in one!
Here is a link to all pictures bundled together! http://imgur.com/a/x9WYC
Link to speaker is here!
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Inateck, a German company specializing in providing accessories to mobile devices and tablets has been making the quite the news regarding their quality products.
Today, I will talk about their amazing product, the Inateck Bluetooth Speakers BP-1001.
Official Website Product Link : http://www.inateck.com/inateck-bp1001b-portable-bluetooth-speaker-black/
The first word which comes out when you see the package and the device, is, Quality.
I had never expected that any Bluetooth speaker would fill every corner of my place with music, which BP-1001 does so easily.
The BP-1001 Box comes with good packing for the speakers, an instruction manual, USB Cable and AUX Cable.
The device sets up so seamlessly with any Android/Apple products we tested it on, that its simply wonderful for the connection part. Some Bluetooth speakers miss out on the connection marks and lose points there, but this one sure does the job!
A welcome ‘ting’ comes from the speaker as I connect to it reliably.
The speaker looks great with no frills branding and very sleek matt looking sides and front. The bottom has rubber circles which is a nice touch for keeping the speaker sturdy on the surface. The top surface is glossy which may attract fingerprint smudges.
On the surface of the speakers we have,
1 USB Charging port
1 AUX Cable jack and a
Nice volume tuner and Play/Pause button combined in one slot. The small hole besides the USB port is the LED indicator which bleeds blue whenever it is paired to a mobile/tablet.
As I have said, the first thing which comes to mind is the Quality of the speakers. The boombox starts playing songs with very good bass and literally no distortion, which is quite impressive considering it just sits in the palm of my hand!
The connection part is one more thing why BP-1001 scores 10/10. It has no issues in streaming music even if its far away in the other room.
Inateck also provides us with 3.5 mm cables which is very helpful if your device is not Bluetooth-compatible. The Speaker literally transformers into a normal speaker while doing its job.
One more amazing thing is the inclusion of microphone. This is another nice touch which enables the user to talk directly into the speaker whenever a call is received on the device. In our tests, we perceived an overall good quality in the talks which I had through the speakers. Voice did not crack or fluctuate while streaming.
All in all, Inateck wows us with another solid no-nonsense product which does the job which it was made to do with zero complaints and issues. Inateck hits the nail in pushing a rock-solid Bluetooth Speaker concentrating on what it does best, Quality with an awesome price tag.
wow, I like it!
If I bend the tip of my headphones just above the jack opening, it will start OK google, or if playing a podcast, it will start or pause the podcast. It also starts an app randomly when moved.
I am assuming this is defective and not a feature of the nexus?
I am using scotts rom 3.8 which is a tweaked stock rom.
Thanks.
Holysmoke99 said:
If I bend the tip of my headphones just above the jack opening, it will start OK google, or if playing a podcast, it will start or pause the podcast. It also starts an app randomly when moved.
I am assuming this is defective and not a feature of the nexus?
I am using scotts rom 3.8 which is a tweaked stock rom.
Thanks.
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Its your headphones. Don't use ones with a call button and volume buttons, especially apple earpods
Is the headphone sending signals to the nexus through the jack?
how?
these are the headphones
http://av.jvc.com/product.jsp?modelId=MODL028853&pathId=210&page=1
Introduction
The JVC HA-S160 FLATS are stylish, compact headphones with a slim metallic headband and sleek, soft ear pads that rest on the ear. The earpieces pivot so that the headphone can lie flat, making them ideal for listeners who want a lightweight, easily packable headphone, but who prefer a headband/on-the-ear style. A 30mm Neodymium driver in each earpiece allows the headphones to deliver clear, crisp sound. And the soft ear pads further enhance sound quality by providing a seal against ambient sound. The JVC HA-S160 Flats come in six iPod matching colors: black, white, red, violet, blue and pink. The headphones come with a four-foot (1.2m) cord and an iPhone®-compatible plug.
Color line-up matched to iPod nano 6G
Powerful sound with 30mm neodymium driver units
Soft ear-pads for ideal sound isolation and comfortable fit
Flat foldable design for compact carrying
Stainless steel headband for excellennt wearing comfort
They are designed to. And those are sending signals for iPhone. Its so you can answer phone, launch siri, etc There are ones that work better on nexus.
madbat99 said:
They are designed to. And those are sending signals for iPhone. Its so you can answer phone, launch siri, etc There are ones that work better on nexus.
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damn, I love those headphones because they are flat, I sleep with them on.
do you know where I can find headphones that don't do that to the Nexus?
Check out this new product by Lumsing. It is a portable speaker with really nice specs, looks, and it is waterproof! Check it out at this link: Unfortunately, I cannot post the link to this product on Amazon because posting commercial links is forbidden, but you can find it on Amazon by searching for the product's name that is in the title of this thread. Thanks!
Review of Lumsing® Portable Waterproof Bluetooth 4.0 Speaker
Mon431 said:
Check out this new product by Lumsing. It is a portable speaker with really nice specs, looks, and it is waterproof! Check it out at this link: Unfortunately, I cannot post the link to this product on Amazon because posting commercial links is forbidden, but you can find it on Amazon by searching for the product's name that is in the title of this thread. Thanks!
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This is a great speaker that is surprisingly really loud and great in quality!
When you open the box, there will be a piece of styrofoam covering the top. You take that out and you see the speaker sitting in another styrofoam piece. It is inside a plastic wrapping. Along with the speaker, there is a micro-USB cable and a 3.5mm audio cord. There is also an instruction manual and a “Join Our Power User Program” card.
First Impressions: The speaker has some weight to it. It has a nice, rubber material that feels both durable and sturdy. It can easily survive the general bumps and accidental drops. The speaker has a pause/play button, speakerphone button, a volume up button, and a volume down button. The power button is on the bottom. It doesn't get pushed down when the speaker is placed down because it has a raised bottom preventing the button from being pushed when placed on a surface. The speaker also has a nice clip that is permanently attached to it. When I powered on the speaker, it says, "Powering on Bluetooth." I went on my phone and easily paired and connected to it. It showed up as MM526. Once I paired to it, the speaker says, "Paired." I started playing a song as maximum volume (the speaker will say "maximum volume" when you turn the volume up via the buttons). At the bottom of these buttons, you find a battery light indicator (for when the speaker is charging), the microphone, and a light for when the speaker is on and is on Bluetooth mode. The speaker sounds really nice and loud with nice bass. When loud enough, you can look inside the speaker through the grill and see the speaker bounce up and down with incredible sound. Also, you can feel air coming out of the speaker if you put your hand over it. So far, the speaker seems pretty great!
After using it for a while, I can say that the speaker’s battery seems like it lasts forever. It took me a while to finally kill the battery. I noticed that when you disconnect the speaker, it will say ready to pair. Also, if you plug in the auxiliary cable, it will say, “line in.” The Bluetooth light turns red when it is on auxiliary cable mode. When back on Bluetooth, the light will blink when it is trying to pair/connect and will be solid blue when connected. When turning off the speaker, it will say, “Powering off.” I wish you could turn off these verbal statements because they can get a little annoying sometimes. When testing out the speaker phone functionality, I could hear the person perfectly and the other person could hear me okay. I wouldn’t say that it sounds the best when you’re on the receiving end, but it works fairly well. The speaker can produce nice sound all around and I haven’t found any problems with it whatsoever. You can use the clip on the speaker to prop it up at an angle, which proved to be useful when I wanted to direct the audio from the speaker into a certain direction. The speaker would sound find for around 12-15 feet. Going farther away than that, the sound would start breaking up. I feel like the flap that is on the auxiliary cable port and micro-USB port could someday break off, but using it normally and carefully should keep it on there.
When I say the speaker was loud, it was LOUD. It measured 84 dB on my measuring tool. Also, the quality was pretty good in my opinion.
This is great for anyone who loves music and loves to share it with people! This can be great for parties, for having background music, or to simply show off with awesome tech gadgets!
Overall, this is a great speaker and I highly recommend it! With its IP64 grade protection, great build, and great sound quality, you simply can’t go wrong!!
I was supplied a unit for testing purposes and I promised to provide a completely honest and fair review.
Unfortunately, I cannot post the link to this product on Amazon because posting commercial links is forbidden, but you can find it on Amazon by searching for the product's name that is in the title of this thread. Thanks!
Audiomax by AVANTEK has kindly provided these bluetooth headphones for review.
Packaging-
The packaging reminds me of the overpriced premium headphones that you get from “Dr. Dre Beats” but for the audiophiles, we all know that the beats are just overpriced gimmicks. But yes, what I’m saying is that there’s nothing wrong with the packaging. It gives them that stand out look that grabs your attention as you can see from the photos above.
Included in the box is:
HB-8A Headphone
Instructions
AUX Cable
USB – Micro USB Cable
Drawstring Pouch for safe storage
Design-
Kudos to Avantek/Audiomax, they have really thought hard on these headphones, no design flaws as of yet. The side of the headphones have a brushed aluminium finish to them, good job too as they stand out perfectly. Would I wear them outside. Of course! The cushions are extremely comfortable, after trying them for 2 hours I didn’t feel the need to take them off for a break. If they are too small for you, they can easily be extended just like any other headphones.
Sound Quality-
As you can probably expect what I’m going to say. The quality of the sound these headphones can produce is really good. I haven’t tried them loud but at a comfortable volume level that I can listen to all day. Even with some minor adjustments to the EQ (Equalizer) on my phone, there was no distortions. Even for Bluetooth you always worry about the fact as they are wireless that you might encounter some kind of distortion, but I didn’t.
I’ve tried these whilst cycling and did the job perfectly, I didn’t really notice any wind distortions whilst listening to music. I’ve kept my phone in the backpack without issue with the Bluetooth connection.
Features-
Pairing the headphones is relatively easy. Whilst the headphones are off, hold and long press on the call button, the headphones will power on, whilst still holding down, the light will flash blue and red (Pairing Mode) and phone picked up the headphones. Long pressing again will turn it off.
There’s 2 volume buttons next to the call button so no need to use your phones volume control.
The headphones also come with a built-in microphone. After testing with Skype I was heard clearly without the trouble of repeating myself, but this also depends on the quality of your broadband connection to the end-user your trying to communicate with.
Specifications-
Bluetooth CSR 4.0
aptX
Integrated Microphone
Noise Cancelling Technology
Range 8-10 Meters
Call – Music playtime: 19 hours
Charging time: 2-3 hours, depending on charge.
Information below is taken from the product page. Source from Amazon.
Exquisite Sound Quality
With their state-of-the-art drivers, the headphones deliver crystal-clear highs, vigorous mids and deep bass for the richest listening experience. The Apt-X technology provides high-speed transmission while the passive noise isolation technology filters out ambient noise for maximum audio quality.
Convenient Use
The on-ear stereo headphones provide an impressive hands-free solution for receiving calls and streaming music. To pause or resume music in Bluetooth mode, just push the Power/Call button. When a call comes in, simply push the same button to answer, or hold the Volume Up button to reject. Easily change volume or track number by pressing the Volume Up/Next Track and Volume Down/Previous Track buttons.
Comfortable Design
The aluminum construction keeps the headphones light but sturdy, and the foldable design allows you to take them wherever your day takes you. The ultra-soft ear cushions ensure a snug seal while the adjustable, air-quilted leather headband provides maximum comfort for extended wear.
Verdict-
Would I recommend these headphones? YES! not only do they look great, but they produce amazing sound quality. Getting a pair of the Audiomax HB-8A Bluetooth headphones is something that you won’t regret, if you’re looking for a new pair that is.
The headphones have been rated Gold from Reviews Insider.
Sample pictures are located on the original review located Reviews Insider I can't get the pictures to size correctly on this forum sorry.
How much does it cost?
£45.99 on Amazon
atomfix said:
£45.99 on Amazon
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Thank you for the info
Thanks for the review. All my earphones are IEMs(in ear) because I think over ear headphones are heavy. Though Audiomax HB-8A has aluminum construction, do you think it will fit comfortably with a person like me who is used to wearing IEMs?
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I like these headphones a lot. They're quire fashionable to wear and they feel soft. They can bend so its more transportable then usual headphones. I received them fast in the mail. The sound is actually really good. You can hear audio quite clear. Its even able to work with phone calls. The cord is long and is covered with thick thread. These headphones come with a mic and sound adjuster .
The headphone cushions are really comfortable and just because the headphones in general bend doesn't mean they cant extend. I would really recommend these headphones to any of my friends. :laugh:
http://www.amazon.com/Sound-Intone-...p/B0116Z5X2M/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8