Smart home speakers have been a growing trend in recent years, and they’ve become a household item on countertops and nightstands in homes nationwide. Bose continues to make products that produce powerful and lifelike audio. The latest Bose Soundlink Revolve II and Revolve+ II Bluetooth speakers are upgrades to the previous models and are ideal additions for those seeking an easy-to-transport speaker. As Bose has put it: “Little speaker. Big goosebumps.”
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Bose Soundlink Revolve II
Bose Soundlink Revolve II Features:
- 360° immersive sound
- Water and dust resistant (IP55 rating)
- Up to 13 hour battery life
- Siri and Google Assistant enabled
- Connect to Alexa-enabled devices
- Built-in speakerphone
- Control directly from the Bose Connect app
- NFC pairing
- Bluetooth, 3.5 mm jack input, Micro-B USB port
- Optional charging cradle (sold separately)
At first glance, the Bose SoundLink Revolve II looks similar to previous models. The biggest upgrades to the 360° wireless speaker make it more versatile sounding and practical in everyday situations. There’s been some noticeable improvements to the dust and water resistance, giving it a higher rating of IP55 from the previous IPX4 standard. This will help when placing the speaker in various areas without having to fret if a little water gets on it from a sink, shower, or pool. Even a little rain won’t damage the speaker and stop your party in its tracks.
Besides the promise of 13-hour battery life, the speaker is meant to be deep, loud, and immersive, too. It delivers true 360° sound for a consistent sound and coverage due to its wraparound speaker grille. If the Bose SoundLink Revolve II is in the center of a room, you should get great timbre and overall dynamics that resonate. Voice prompts talk you through Bluetooth pairing, and there’s a built-in speakerphone for calls. The cylindrical shape is an aluminum built body that provides both durability and protection.
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Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II
Bose Soundlink Revolve+ II Features:
- Portable speaker with 360° sound
- Water and dust resistant (IP55 rating)
- Up to 17-hour battery life
- Access Siri and Google Assistant
- Connect to Alexa-enabled devices
- Built-in speakerphone
- Control directly from the Bose Connect app
- Flexible fabric handle
- Bluetooth, 3.5 mm jack input, Micro-B USB port
- Optional charging cradle (sold separately)
The SoundLink Revolve+ II is slightly bigger and should deliver a higher volume and more room-filling sound than the SoundLink Revolve II. Other noticeable upgrades with this model are 17 hours on a single charge battery and a helpful carrying handle, making it more portable and easier to carry around if you want to take it on the go. This upgraded model also now boasts Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant connectivity, as does the SoundLink Revolve II.
Use the Bose Connect App to pair two SoundLink speakers and build a mini sound system or for when you’re having a party and you want your music to be both indoors and outdoors. The app also helps manage your devices, unlock features, and access future updates.
The Bose Soundlink Revolve II and Revolve+ II Bluetooth speakers are available in Triple Black or Luxe Silver colors and would be a great complement in any home or by your side at the beach. You can always count on Bose to deliver quality audio products that are worth the price. As Bose says, “Better sound all around.”
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