Level Boxing. A small portable speaker with a surprise. Samsung Level Box MINI is a complete review. Pleasant shopping in the train
Wireless portable speaker Samsung Level Box Slim was first presented in Las Vegas at CES 2017 consumer equipment exhibition. The main difference from its predecessor models is compact sizes and a thin SLIM-case.
The main features
Among the nuances, which allocate this version from a number of similar products:
Practicality and reliability
The audio colon is convenient to wear not only in hand, but also in pocket pants, shirts, jacket, jackets, backpack. It is made in a solid polycarbonate black body and is not afraid of water, dust, dirt. Once upon the rain and even falling into the water, the device will not suffer. Thanks to this, it can be used on country picnics, during trips to the country, open-air parties, rest of the reservoirs.
Parameters
Samsung Level Box Slim's mobile column has a power of 8 W. The container of the built-in battery (2600 mAh) is enough for 30 hours of continuous operation with standard volume. If necessary, via microUSB cable from the speaker can be powered and recharged the smartphone.
Switching and management
SAMSUNG LEVEL BOX SLIM is easily connected via Bluetooth 4.1 to a tablet, smartphone or other sound source. For convenience and expansion of the functionality, you can use brand mobile application Samsung Level with Sound Alive mode ("Sound Field"), Volume Management and Voice Notifications.
With the above opportunities, the size of the audio colors is only a little superior to the dimensions sAMSUNG smartphoneAnd the weight is only 236 grams.
As for small bluetooth speakers - over the past two years, they have gained great popularity. It is not surprising that users began to demand that their small boxes play everything louder and louder. Check how will Samsung Level Box Mini cope with this task?
SAMSUNG LEVEL BOX MINI portable speaker - reviews
Although the premiere of Level Box Mini has been long ago, we did not have a chance to see what Koreans managed to squeeze into this equipment. Therefore, when it was possible, I took advantage of this without thinking, and - to be honest - was amazed.
The first thing that SAMSUNG LEVEL BOX MINI is rushed out of the box (where we find only additional cable USB - microUSB), its size, design and quality of manufacture.
Samsung Level Box Mini is so small that fit on my palm
In appearance, this is one of the most beautiful devices in this class, I personally appreciated a small angular style, with which there is practically no environment where Level Box Mini will look inappropriate. Speaker is available in four colors.
Perforated panels on the front, side and rear part, gently mixed with a smooth top panel of the device where you will find the function buttons. Next to the on / off button there are volume adjustments and the "Play" multifunction button.
That pleases - this is the quality of manufacture, and what is surprised even more than appearance - Everything is great here, buttons do not jump, rubberized legs maintain equipment in constant contact with the surface, and unexpectedly a large mass only enhances the feeling of solidity.
Characteristics of Samsung Level Box Mini
- Communication: NFC, Bluetooth 3.0 (APTX, SBC, A2DP, AVRCP, HFP);
- Dimensions: 156 x 66 x 50 mm;
- Weight: 392 g;
- Power: 4 W;
- Battery: 1600 mAh;
- Colors: blue, steel, silver, red.
Connection is very simple
SAMSUNG LEVEL BOX can be connected to a sound source. Three different ways. On the back side you will find analog 3.5 mm (if someone does not want to use wireless connection, for example, a cable from an old MP3 player). Most people are likely to be connected via Bluetooth, or via NFC.
How does the speaker play?
When connected by wireless network The speaker will give the sound reception sound and ready to work. You just have to choose the album and reproduce the melody.
Before approaching the description of the sound of Level Box Mini, I remind you of what we are talking about. We are talking about a tiny, small in the thickness of the equipment, which costs about 90 dollars. If someone expects a steep bass, that ... You can definitely look for him elsewhere.
But if someone is looking for clear sch and HF - Samsung Level Box MINI reproduces them very well. Of course, we will not be able to deceive physics and here, the sound coming out of a small box will give way to the sound emanating from the big one.
Nevertheless, it is really above my expectations.
This wording will not be shameful with the size of the Bluetooth dynamics. Even on the very high levels The volume of the Level Box Mini does not scroll, although the sound generates 55 mm stereo speakers with a power of 4W.
The sounds of classical music, extracted from the speaker, surprisingly pleasant and surprisingly detailed. Rock music sometimes plays differently and much depends on the record in the mix style. In the repertoire of Pop, in turn, despite the lack of bass - Samsung Level Box Mini again turns out to be surprisingly detailed.
Again, I emphasize, we say that everything is relative here. Of course, this is not the level of large sets of audiophiles. But, as for a tiny, inexpensive Bluetooth speaker, the sound quality is surprisingly good.
Lovers listen to audiobooks during cooking will be pleasantly surprised how the SAMSUNG LEVEL BOX MINI is coping with this task, the voices of teachers even do not merge in multiplayer versions. Everything can be heard loud and clear.
To take advantage of the full potential of this tiny box, you must install the available Samsung Level Box application for android devices.
First of all, we will be able to adjust the volume of both smartphones and audio equipment, configure the SoundAlive equalizer (which can actually be pulled out of Samsung Level Box mini even more) and find the main graphics manual for using the device.
In addition, you can determine which applications can help Level Box Mini play notifications, as well as configure TTS technology (Text-to-Speech), which can read us notification out loud from some applications or use voice assistant S-VOICE (available only in Samsung smartphones). We can also assign your favorite multimedia applicationsthat will be shown later in the notifications panel along with the hardware connection status.
Samsung Level Box Mini is not perfect
There is no perfect equipment. Personally, I believe that the lack of Level Box Mini is actually the little things.
First of all, a little disappointed the quality of phone calls through the speaker. I heard everything loudly and clearly, but the subscriber at the other end complained that my voice was very muted, and sometimes an unwanted echo appeared. Which, by the way, there should not be in general, because the speaker is equipped with an active system of noise cancellation and reverb.
As a lack, I also noted the stability of the connection, although it should be noted that this may be due to the factors of fully independent, such as building materials in my apartment or network division. But the fact remains a fact, the speaker was disconnected by less than half of the permissible distance specified by the Bluetooth range.
Nevertheless, if the phone and the speaker were not too much distances from each other, the sound did not lose the shortness for a minute.
The most important advantage is the time of work
Of course, before the test, I did not check the stated time on the manufacturer's website. The device was fully charged, and I started listening to it, without monitoring the battery consumption. After the first 3-4 hours of listening, I began to wonder if the application indicates the battery correctly. Thus, it took a whole week, and Samsung Level Box Mini I was recharged only once, although I used it for 3-5 hours a day.
During my tests, I managed not only to achieve the manufacturer's declared 25 hours - I was able to reach almost 28, and 1000 hours in standby mode - there is no empty promise. Level Box mini simply do not need to turn off, because when it is not used, the speaker almost never loses the battery energy.
When you have exhausted the entire charge of this small device, simply connect it to the usual charger For a smartphone and less than two hours, he is ready to work again.
Outcome
SAMSUNG LEVEL BOX MINI portable speaker, despite its small sizes, turned out to be a big surprise for me. This is the perfect companion for my bedside table in the bedroom, in the kitchen or closet, wherever I am. This is an equipment that can be turned on at night without fearing, and listen to the sounds very good quality with a calm game speaker.
I did not expect a lot, but got a lot. Being absolutely honest, I will say that this speaker is not the most best Bluetooth speaker. In my opinion, this status still belongs to JBL Flip 2, which is characterized by the best placement of membranes and more dynamic sound. However, the difference in sound is so small that, accepting a purchase decision, my choice walo would be on Level Box Mini - because of the sensational long time of work from one charge.
The Samsung Level Box Slim Wireless Portable Column was first presented in Las Vegas at CES 2017 Consumer Equipment Exhibition. The main difference from the predecessors' models - compact dimensions and a thin SLIM-case.
The main features
Among the nuances, which allocate this version from a number of similar products:
Practicality and reliability
The audio colon is convenient to wear not only in hand, but also in pocket pants, shirts, jacket, jackets, backpack. It is made in a solid polycarbonate black body and is not afraid of water, dust, dirt. Once upon the rain and even falling into the water, the device will not suffer. Thanks to this, it can be used on country picnics, during trips to the country, open-air parties, rest of the reservoirs.
Parameters
Samsung Level Box Slim's mobile column has a power of 8 W. The container of the built-in battery (2600 mAh) is enough for 30 hours of continuous operation with standard volume. If necessary, via microUSB cable from the speaker can be powered and recharged the smartphone.
Switching and management
SAMSUNG LEVEL BOX SLIM is easily connected via Bluetooth 4.1 to a tablet, smartphone or other sound source. For convenience and expansion of the functionality, you can use branded mobile sAMSUNG application Level with Sound Alive mode ("Sound Field"), Volume Control Functions and Voice Notifications.
With the above opportunities, the size of the audio colon is only a little superior to the samsung smartphone dimensions, and the weight is only 236 grams.
A modern man appreciates mobility and freedom of movement, manufacturers of digital technology support this desire and constantly produce various compact size devices that have the most relevant characteristics and correspond to the desires of consumers. True Melomanians will necessarily have to make the novelty from the Japanese giant of Samsung, which occupies a leading position in the global high-tech market for many years.
Portable acoustic system Samsung Level Box SLIM will allow you to listen to your favorite compositions from your smartphone or any other electronic gadget anywhere, for example, on vacation, travel or ride to nature. Wireless design S. powerful battery and loud speaker Diversify your leisure and give positive emotions from the high-quality sound of your favorite tracks.
Sound
The column provides a clean and loud sound, which is achieved due to the built-in broadband dynamics with a capacity of 8 W. The device refers to acoustic type 2.0; his output power (RMS) is 20 W. On the sidebar there is a volume control with a wide range of settings.
Technical features
The device of the device is reliably protected from entering the water or spray in accordance with the IPX7 International Standard, which makes it an indispensable assistant In any conditions, for example, in the bathroom or in nature. You can safely take a column with you to any place, because the built-in battery with a capacity of 2600 mAh will provide for a long time of autonomous use - about thirty hours of continuous audition. If the battery is still discharged at an inappropriate moment, and the outlet will not be near, you can fill the charge with a special device from the Level Box, which works from the car cigarette lighter.
Connecting to the smartphone is made by means wireless interface Bluetooth. The device can perform a headset function. loud communication. To do this, the configuration provides a microphone with active noise reduction, providing a clear conversation. Useful feature is the possibility of charging from the smartphone device.
Ergonomics and design
Stylish and ergonomic column has compact dimensions of 148.4 × 79х25,1 mm, weight is only 236 g, which makes it easy to transfer it in any bag or pocket. The moisture-proof housing is made of durable plastic, the speaker is covered with a grid that protects it from damage. On the surface there are mechanical buttons to control musical compositions. For convenience, a retractable stand is provided on the back. On sale The device is represented in black, blue and red colors, allowing you to choose the most optimal optioncorresponding to your style and taste.
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Portable acoustic system Samsung Level Box Slim will be your faithful companion in any journey wherever you go. Compact dimensions and for a long time autonomous work Provide the optimal level of mobility of the device - the column will not take a lot of space in the bag or backpack. The manufacturer presented a model in several colors, allowing you to choose the most suitable. Advanced acoustic "filling" of a device that has a stylish design and an attractive price, makes it a powerful competitor among such devices.
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