Bang & Olufsen Beoplay A1 review: specs and price

The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.

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A speaker driver is an individual transducer that converts electrical energy to sound waves. More drivers may result in better sound quality.

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There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.

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The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.

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The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

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Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.

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An amplifier is integrated into the device. An audio amplifier takes a small signal and makes it bigger without making any other changes in it which results in better sound, so any sound source can be connected to speakers.

Devices with a subwoofer have a higher quality, deeper bass.

The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.

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More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.

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The time it takes to fully charge the battery.

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The battery can be recharged and used over again.

An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.

The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.

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The manufacturer offers a branded wireless charging kit. To charge the device, you simply put it down on its charging base.

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An auxiliary input allows you to play other audio sources by connecting them through a simple audio connection like a 3.5mm jack, i.e for MP3 or portable DVD/CD player.

The device can connect to Wi-Fi.

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With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.

With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices.

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AirPlay allows wireless connection of Apple devices with external screens or speakers. You may stream computer screen, video and music from iOS devices, play games like on consoles or present your slideshows easily on your TV.

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Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.

The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

With voice prompts, you will automatically receive information via audio messages – for instance, you may find out that the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.

You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.