With the recent boom in outdoor activities in Hong Kong, many people are looking for ways to extend their usual entertainment from home. The easiest way to do this is to bring along wireless speakers. Simply connect them to share favourite playlists with friends and family or even sing karaoke. Here is a guide to buying outdoor wireless speakers with product recommendations from brands such as JBL、SONOS、SONY .

Shopping Tips

1. Wireless Portability

The most important thing for outdoor speakers is portability. Choose models with wireless connection for more convenience. Most wireless speakers currently support both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.

Bluetooth connection is the more common way to connect wireless speakers as it does not require a network or power supply. This is why it is ideal for outdoors. As for Wi-Fi speakers, they offer better sound quality and can be connected to different devices even behind walls. For those who value practicality and want speakers both at home and outdoors, choose a model that offers both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity.

2. Dust and Water Resistance

If you want on-the-go wireless speakers, check their dust and water-resistance specifications. The global protection level is marked by IP and two numbers. The first number indicates the dust protection level while the second number indicates the waterproof level. If they do not meet the requirements, you will only see a letter "X". For general outdoor activities, a model with an IPX3 or higher dust protection rating is sufficient. For swimming pools and beaches where water is close to the surface or where there is a lot of moisture, choose a model with an IP6X or higher waterproof rating.

3. Main Features

Wireless speakers are more than just playback devices and come with many supporting functions. For those who value practicality, see if the speakers support microphone input, USB input and a call function. If you value entertainment, check whether the speakers have 360-degree sound, rhythm light effects and FM radio, etc. If smart technology is your thing, check whether the speakers can be used with different smart assistants.

4. Battery Life

If you are planning to enjoy an outdoor music party, you don't want to lose power halfway through the party. Bluetooth speakers and karaoke machines with sufficient battery life are the answer. Choose a device with at least 4-5 hours of continuous play time for normal events and 8 hours for full-day events.

5. Output Power

The higher the W number, the more power the speaker consumes. A loudspeaker that consumes more power has wider control over the volume level and can handle bass more delicately and precisely. This provides a more qualitative sound for music lovers. Choose speakers with 20W or more for playing music outdoors in the open air, or to balance acoustic volume, fit your listening space and cater to your musical preferences.