Bose Smart Speaker 500

Bose Smart Speaker 500 in Kenya

The Bose Smart Speaker 500 price in Kenya is Ksh 61,000. The portable smart speaker comes in a premium design that blends Anodized aluminum, plastic, and fabric to create a refined speaker with big sound. The speaker supports voice control thanks to the Alexa and Google voice assistant, and you can also use the touch control to manage calls and music. It allows Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity, Apple Airplay, and Google Chromecast for a variety of music. Enjoy 360⁰ wall-to-wall music from the twin 2.5-ich drivers on the left and right sides of the speakers. Access to calls and the voice assistant is effortless thanks to the 8 built-in mics. The Speaker 500 has an IP X4 splashproof rating meaning you can take the party anywhere. Bose Smart Speaker 500 is available in Triple Blac and Luxe Silver at phoneprice Kenya.

Bose Smart Speaker 500 Specifications

Feature	Specification
Brand	Bose
Model	Smart Speaker 500
Type	Portable smart Speaker
Dimensions (H x w x D)	203 x 170 x 109 mm (8 x 6.7 x 4.3 in)
Weight	2.15kg
Material	Anodized aluminum, Fabric, plastic
Price	Ksh. 61,000
Drivers	2 x 90mm Woofers 2 x 20mm Tweeters
Controls	Google Assistant and Alexa voice Touch Contro
Power Input	Plug and play
Microphones	8 built-in mics
Connectivity	1.     Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, AVRCP, HFP Frequency: 2.4-2.48GHz Up to 9m (30ft) 2.     Dual-band Wi-Fi 3.     Apple AirPlay 4.     Google Chromecast
IP Rating	IPX4
Frequency Response	50Hz-20kHz
Supported App	Bose Music App
Colors	Triple Black, Luxe Silver

Design and physical attributes

Smart Speaker 500 is a premium design speaker dedicated to bringing you big sound in a beautiful body. The speaker is made of Anodized aluminum which makes it appear refined and can be used as an additional design aspect in any room. It has an LCD that allows you to control your playlist and manage calls. Take the music with you anywhere, like pool or beach parties. The IPX4 rating means the speaker is resistant to splashes. Get in the fun and party mode thanks to the Smart Speaker 500 available in Triple Black and Luxe Silver.

Superior Sound Output

The Smart Speaker 500 produces high-quality sound with great bass and treble. This is thanks to the powerful twin drivers each measuring 2.5 inches on the left and right side to produce a wall-to-wall superior sound.

Intuitive Control

The speaker allows you to use your voice to manage how you listen to music and get info. With Alexa and Google Assistant, you can do so much more using your voice. Alexa enables you to make and receive calls and access Amazon Echo products and your contacts effortlessly. The speaker has a superior voice pickup that allows the voice assistants to hear you even when the speaker volume is high. This is because there are 8-built in mics that enable this feature.

There are also controls at the top of the speaker where you can tap to pause, play, and skip tracks. Using the Bose Music App, you can manage any aspect of the speaker and set up 6 presets for playlists, internet radio stations, and other factors.

Enjoy Music, Your way

Bose Smart Speaker 500 gives you endless options for music. With Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, Chromecast built-in, and Apple AirPlay 2, you can access music services like Spotify, Amazon Music, Pandora, or your mobile music. This means you enjoy an integrated music library in a big way.

Bose Music App

Download the Bse Music pp to enjoy a seamless experience managing your playlist and how your speakers behave. Simply set up presets so that you can easily access your favorite music. The App also enables multiple users so that you can personalize your user experience.

Battery and Charging

The Bose Smart Speakers is a plug-and-play device. It comes with a power cord that allows you to connect to the power source and you can simply power the speaker and enjoy rich sound.

Multipoint Bluetooth + Double WDS

The speaker allows Bluetooth connectivity with up to 3 devices simultaneously.  If you want to listen to the same music in different rooms, you can group two or more smart speakers to enjoy this. Use the Bose SimpleSync technology to pair the Bose Smart Speaker 500 with a Soudlink Bluetooth speaker and enjoy music from both.

Pros and Cons of Bose Smart Speaker 500

Hits

• Superior sound output
• Portable smart speaker
• Beautiful design
• Supports voice and physical touch controls
• Allows music streaming via dual-band Wi-Fi
• Support stable Bluetooth connectivity up to 9m

Misses

• Large
• Expensive
• No backlight for touch controls

Verdict

Bose brings great upgrades to the smart speaker 500, allowing you to access superior sound in a big way. The portable speakers are a great choice as an accessory in the house. An impressive feature is the presence of 8 mics that allow you access voice assistant even in extreme conditions and the presence of drivers on the sides instead of the front which enables a 360⁰ sound. Generally, the Smart Speaker 500 is a great choice for people who love immersive sound that you can take anywhere.

Unboxing

In the box, you will find

• Bose Smart Speaker 500
• Power Cord
• Documentation

Alternative Devices

• Amazon Echo Studio
• Apple HomePod
• Harman Kardon Luna
• JBL BoomBox 3