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Sleek design
Superior Features
As the new favorite of all music lovers, the Xiaomi Bluetooth speaker is not just beautiful in appearance, but behind the stylish shell lies powerful features that provide excellent sound quality and support multiple music playback modes. Compatible with phone, tablet, TV and laptop, allowing you to enjoy the perfect sound of your music.
No more than a pencil case
Ideal for travel
Morning walk
Take the Xiaomi Bluetooth speaker with you for a morning workout or jog, pick up some light music, awaken your vital energy and get ready to go out into the world to meet new challenges.
Trips
Weighing only 270 grams, it is so light and compact that it fits in your pocket. The Xiaomi Bluetooth speaker will become your indispensable music companion. Start your little journey with pleasure.
Day rest
Stay in silence for a moment together in the Xiaomi Bluetooth speaker, turn on slow pleasant music, take a book of poems, and, accompanied by an iridescent melody, travel through the lines of the book. Relax and forget about all your problems for a moment.
microSD support
No phone needed
You like rock, your kids like folklore, and your parents like classical music - no problem: take with you all the music your family loves. The Xiaomi Bluetooth speaker has a microSD slot with a capacity of 32 GB, which can hold up to 10,000 songs. Take care of the musical tastes of each family member.
You can listen to more than just music
Hands-free technology
The Xiaomi Bluetooth speaker is so capable that it has a built-in microphone and supports hands-free technology. Music playback is automatically paused when calls are received. Simply press the Play button to switch to hands-free mode and start communicating without using a mobile phone.
Small but mighty
Stereo sound up to 90 dB(A), @0.5 m
The volume is equal to the maximum pink noise output measured in a 28 sq.m conference room.
Two speakers with a diameter of 36 mm
Powerful magnets made from the elements neodymium, iron and boron
Featuring built-in dual speakers, the Xiaomi Bluetooth speaker uses neodymium, iron and boron magnets, combined with Ferrotec FRM4005 ferromagnetic cooling technology, and a black anodized aluminum speaker. In combination, this makes the sound quality richer and more real. The sound coverage range of the Xiaomi Bluetooth speaker is comparable to a Hi-Fi stereo, which allows you to enjoy high-quality sound even outdoors.
Integrated bass radiator
Powerful sound
The reliable bass radiator integrated into the Xiaomi Bluetooth speaker, made by “two-step molding”, creates a feeling of realistic sound and detailed music reproduction. And the TPU material framed on the sides is made in a grainy style for better damping. In combination, this creates a more consistent sound vibration, enhances sound stability, and brings out the highs, mids, and bass.
Flagship speaker with SoC chip
Great sound tuning
The Xiaomi Bluetooth speaker is equipped with an Avnera AV3102 chip, which gently regulates sound quality. The Avnera AV3102 chip supports up to 19 PEQ settings and 12 DRC levels, and its aluminum diaphragm can withstand higher sound pressure levels for clearer sound. Even if there is a lack of battery power, you can listen to the Xiaomi Bluetooth speaker at full power with clear high-frequency sound.
A portable speaker is a thing that costs affordable money, takes up little space, and plays music anywhere and anytime. All this is absolutely true for a completely fresh Xiaomi Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker, which we will begin reviewing immediately.
At all, portable bluetooth speaker- this has long been a tired category of gadgets. Now there are thousands, if not tens of thousands, of them on the market. There are also an incredible number of noname crafts.
As long as the manufacturers of these devices are not perverted. Speakers come in black, white, green, round, square, in the shape of hares and bear cubs, waterproof, heavy, weightless, awkward - in general, whatever your heart desires. Almost any Chinese factory can tomorrow release a product line ready to conquer the market. The components are cheap, the process has been established for a long time - in general, do it, I don’t want to.
Xiaomi is not lagging behind, annually releasing two or three models of its own speakers. But unlike numerous competitors, they all have their own personality. First of all, their gadgets are stylish, made in a minimalist design using high-quality materials. But one of the decisive factors is the price, traditionally low for Xiaomi products.
This also applies to our hero, who was announced relatively recently. Now the official price of Xiaomi Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker is $9.
Since none of us will be able to buy anything in the official store, we should look towards third-party online platforms. So, the column came to me from here. In this store they are asking $13.68 for it, which in Russian money is now about 900 rubles. Pennies? Wrong word! Especially considering the quality and capabilities of this baby.
The packaging for the device is very small: 70.7 x 70.7 x 28 mm. At first, I didn’t even believe that they sent me exactly what I ordered. I thought they cheated me.
I unpacked it and it turned out that what was inside was true. portable acoustics, which is really miniature.
- dimensions: 52 x 52 x 25 mm
- weight 58 grams
The base of the case is made of metal, which is neatly painted in golden color. There are also two more colors found in nature: silver and dark gray.
I have a gold version - stylish, glamorous, perfect for my style.
On the back there is a large rubber plug, which also doubles as a stand. The power button is closer to the top edge of the bottom. She's the only one here. Hold the button and the speaker turns on, hold it again and it turns off. The pairing process is very fast and hassle-free.
By the way, connection breaks practically never happen. My Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker disconnected from my smartphone on its own only a couple of times. I don't know why. In addition, for normal signal transmission, it is better not to put any obstacles in its path. The speaker will not reproduce anything through the wall. From a distance further than 4-5 meters too. By the way, 5 meters is the maximum working distance declared by the manufacturer itself. You see, they didn’t lie.
Technical specifications of Xiaomi Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker:
- power 2 W
- signal-to-noise ratio 53 dB
- Bluetooth 4.0
- supported profiles: A2DP, HSP/HFP
- noise reduction technology (CVC)
There is also a built-in microphone. I still don't understand where it is located. There is an LED next to the Micro USB port (flashing red or blue), and there is a loop on the side for attaching a strap. Most likely, the microphone was hidden under a metal mesh, somewhere near the speaker.
Since there is a microphone, the gadget can be used as a wireless headset. That's all true. Moreover, at the other end of the tube the interlocutor can hear your speech perfectly, if you hold the speaker even at arm's length. Once you move a meter or more away, you can no longer hear so well. The expected, quite good result.
Managing a call is very easy. When a call comes in on your smartphone, press the back button once - the call is accepted. Pressed again - hang up. Long press - rejects the call. Everything is simple and clear.
The only inconvenience is the following. For example, you listen to music from a smartphone through a speaker. At this moment a call comes in. I want to talk through the phone microphone. And at this moment there is no way to turn off Mi Speaker. LeEco, for example, does not allow you to go to the Bluetooth settings. You have to talk on speakerphone through a speaker.
The top side is very similar to a shower strainer. I think if the speaker ever breaks, you can take it apart and use the body as a watering can for a yogurt bottle. You can, for example, water flowers or give your hamster a bath. This is some free, useful advice.
Let's move on to the main function of the gadget. The sound quality is quite good. The average volume is enough to fill an average sized room with sound. At the same time, communication will most likely not be comfortable. Setting the volume to one third is another matter.
The speaker is surprisingly loud. At maximum volume, grunting, whistling and other “joys” come out. It is better to set the volume to 80-90%. The music will still play loud, but extraneous noise will leave.
If you place the speaker on some hollow wooden surface, it will begin to transmit low-frequency vibrations to the wood. However, I still can’t call it bass. They are only indicated here, but in fact they are not there. Don't forget about the size of the speaker and its cost.
In general, you shouldn’t expect impressive sound quality from acoustics of such a tiny size. The speaker will be perfect for the court where it is absolutely impossible to listen to music through something more or less serious. I would advise audiophiles to pass by. May their ears not be defiled.
Personally, I love high-quality sound, but I still consider myself more of an ordinary person. And I am completely satisfied with the sound quality. But I like the dimensions of the speaker even more. It is really very small, weighs almost nothing and can always be taken with you. It won’t fit in a bag, much less a backpack.
And besides, on the side circumference there is a small loop where you can thread a cord and conveniently attach the acoustics to jeans, on a bicycle - or anywhere at all.
Time battery life varies greatly depending on the volume set. For example, at maximum the speaker lasted 2 hours 17 minutes. After this, endless disconnections began to occur, which means it’s time to charge. By the way, this can be done both from a computer and from a regular charger with a 1 ampere output. In the latter case, the gadget is charged to 100 percent in 1 hour 50 minutes.
If you set the volume to the average value (50-60%), then you will have to try hard to drain the built-in battery (300 mAh, by the way). In this position, my gadget played for 12 hours and 20 minutes. It is clear that such autonomy is through the roof.
- no cable connection (3.5 mm<->3.5 mm)
- wheezing at 100 percent volume
I didn’t consider the lack of a Micro USB cable included as a minus. Still, each of us has one or two such wires through which we can charge our gadget.
And once again: for such a price the speaker can be forgiven for anything. And if for some Xiaomi Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker is still a big compromise, then look again at its design, evaluate the quality of the body and build as a whole, and, well, the price, comrades, the price!
In general, if you don’t need such a gadget yourself, you can still buy it and give it to someone. After all, our country is full of different holidays (March 8, February 23, New Year, Bastille Day, and so on) and it doesn’t hurt to be prepared for them in advance.
Now on sale (online) Price: $13.68 The material was prepared with the support of the online store Gearbest.com
Interaction with a smart home is one of the priorities for all systems of this kind. Can you call a house smart if to turn on the lights you need to take out your smartphone, go to the application and activate the lighting there? For a house to become smart, you need to learn to communicate with it, and if it is quite capable of notifying you, then it is not yet able to listen to you and carry out commands.
But progress does not stand still and the solution to this issue was implemented in the Xiaomi Mi AI Speaker smart speaker!
The speaker comes in a nice box containing various useful information (alas, but only in Chinese):
Let's take a look inside:
Xiaomi devices come in the same design concept, so the speaker is very reminiscent of a small air purifier. The package includes the speaker itself and the power supply. Since it does not have a built-in battery, it can only work from the mains. And of course the power supply plug is of Chinese format.
The touch control unit is located on the top of the column. There are also 6 microphones:
In the center is the Play button, which controls playback. On the sides there are buttons for rewinding or switching the audio track. At the top is a button to turn the microphone on and off. And below is a button to skip the playlist.
The circular notch is a touch-sensitive volume control that is quite sensitive to touch.
Along the edges of the column there is an LED ring, the color of which changes depending on the current state.
Specifications of Mi AI Speaker
| Manufacturer | Mi |
| Model | MDZ-25-DA |
| Housing material | White matte plastic |
| Dimensions | 210 mm x 88 mm x 88 mm |
| Communication modules | Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz\5 GHz; Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Frequency range | 60 Hz - 15000 Hz (-6dB) |
| Speaker | 57 mm 82 dB/m/W |
| CPU | 64-bit Cortex A53 with four 1.2 Ghz cores |
| Additionally | Omnidirectional unit of 6 microphones |
Mi Ai Speaker sound
Since sound reproduction is not the main purpose of the device, the speaker's capabilities are limited. For example, there is no AUX jack and AirPlay is not supported. Sound can be played via Bluetooth connection and Internet radio. DLNA technology is also supported.
Inside the speaker there are 2 speakers 60Hz - 18KHz, allowing you to produce a sound of 82 dB. Below is a passive radiator that acts as a subwoofer.
The speaker sounds quite good, you can feel the bass. You won't be able to go deaf, but you can fill the room with music. Don't forget that the sound in this speaker is not the main thing.
Application for Xiaomi AI Speaker
If you try to add a column to MiHome in the usual way, then most likely you will not succeed (at least at the testing stage). Used to control the smart speaker special application Mi AI. By tradition, the only available language is Chinese. But this is not a reason to be upset, keep the translated application, version 1.2.7 (for Android). For iOS app can be downloaded here:
As with all Xiaomi applications, you can use your Mi account data (similar to MiHome). After authorization, we are prompted to add a column:
For some reason, the first time I couldn’t connect the column, I got an error:
But since I didn’t have any network barriers, I clicked the “Repeat” button and the speaker connected normally. Next, the application requests information about your preferences:
I don’t know about you, but I liked the guy in the striped sweater. But despite this, I skipped these settings; I have a cool attitude towards Chinese music. On this initial setup columns finished:
But don't believe everything that is written, if you say "Mi Ai", nothing will happen. But more on that later, but for now let’s look at the application tabs:
First tab: Internet radio. Mostly there are Chinese performers, but there are also tracks from major Western groups. I was unable to find Russian-speaking performers.
Second tab: Smart home management. One of the main purposes of the speaker is voice control of smart devices. This is where the pairing of the Mi Ai and MiHome applications is configured, although not the first time. When I pressed the "Authorize Mi Ai Speaker" button, the application constantly complained about the absence of MiHome. And only after the 5th attempt, with restarting all applications, the pairing was established. Next, the application requested access to the devices:
After adding permissions, the tab displays managed devices and voice control commands:
Now let's see how to communicate with the speaker.
Voice control of Xiaomi smart home
One of the main purposes of Mi AI Speaker is voice control of a smart home. By analogy with Google and its “Ok google”, control is activated by the code phrase: 小爱同学. If suddenly someone does not speak Chinese, then insert the phrase into a translator with a playback function. She recognizes the translator’s voice with a bang, but my pronunciation is clearly alien to her.
But it’s not enough to activate voice control; then you need to name the action and the name of the device (of course, everything is in Chinese). If you decide to actively use Chinese, then it is better to change the name of smart devices to a numerical value for easier pronunciation. The complete command will look something like this:
小爱同学 打开开关 五
Which turns on the Aqara switch, which is called "5". I myself felt stupid when I tried to repeat this phrase after the translator, which I unfortunately failed. A logical question arises:
Will there be support for other languages in the Mi Ai Speaker?
Despite the fact that the column was released about a year ago, it is still in the testing stage. Any official information on at the moment No. But I wouldn’t really hope for multilingualism to come out soon. Most likely there will be support for the English language; at the moment, the Amazon Echo assistant with the Alexa voice assistant is expected to go on sale.
And on February 23, it was announced that the Cortana voice assistant would be integrated into the speaker. But as they announced, they died down; as of 2020, there is no movement in this direction.
Let's return to our column, or rather to the 3rd tab of the application: Tools. There are useful commands that the speaker can process; you can find out about the weather, set an alarm, or find out about traffic jams, etc. All this is of course interesting if you live in China. If you don't know the language, this tab is useless.
Well, the fourth tab: Profile. Change Wi-Fi settings or Bluetooth, install updates, etc.
Separately, I would like to demonstrate the appearance of the column in the MiHome application:
As you can see, the speaker cannot be controlled separately from the MiHome application. It also cannot be used in scripts.
Buying Xiaomi Mi Ai Speaker
The price of the speaker is not yet encouraging with its availability, since beta testing is still underway. But you can already order it in the Moscow online store FoxPox.ru Alice from Yandex? Unlikely, but also possible. Systems Development voice control It is actively developing, and it is quite logical that home automation systems will completely switch to it in the coming years. We will follow the developments, and thank you for reading, see you next time.
Hello everyone! Review of the second version of the speaker from Xiaomi, called Mi Speaker Square 2. The differences from the first version are minimal - this updated version Bluetooth (now 4.2), the appearance of an AUX input and volume buttons. Who is interested in the next new product from Chinese brand, please come under cat.
Specifications:
- Manufacturer code: XMYX03YM
- Interfaces: AUX, Bluetooth 4.2, microUSB
- Bluetooth frequency range: 2402-2480 MHz
- Protocols: A2DP, AVRCP, HFP
- Housing material: plastic, aluminum
- Output power: 2 x 2.5 W
- Frequency range: 100 Hz - 18 kHz
- Battery capacity: 1200 mAh
- Operating time: 8-10 hours (40% volume)
- Charging time: 2 hours
- Dimensions: 154.5 x 60 x 25.5 mm
- Weight: 236 g
Appearance
The box is made in the traditional Xiaomi style - snow-white cardboard with high-quality printing. On the front side there is an image of the device.
On the back are technical specifications.
The box opens like a pencil case. The kit includes only the speaker and instructions, even the charging cable was clamped :(
The cardboard is quite thick, so the speaker is unlikely to be damaged along the way.
The instructions are also in Chinese. It's a pity that there is no duplicate in English.
The column is made in the shape of a rectangle. The front part is covered with perforated plastic, under which there are two active speakers and one passive radiator.
To indicate operation, a two-color LED is located under the grid.
Blue color - the column is successfully paired.
Red - the column is discharged or charging.
Alternate flashing - searching for a Bluetooth device.
On top is a microphone, which is used for conversations in headset mode. The interlocutor hears clearly, but there is a “barrel” effect.
The frame of the device is made of soft aluminum, there is a chamfer along the edges.
There are three buttons at the top: power on/search for device and volume rocker. There is no track switching function. The button travel is soft with a characteristic click.
On the back, which is made of plastic, there is a microUSB port and an AUX input.
There are two silicone feet on the bottom to prevent the speaker from slipping on the table, as well as brief specifications.
Device operation
After synchronization with the device, the column is defined as XMFHZ02. I connected the speaker to a computer and a smartphone, and there were no problems with playback. After 10 minutes of inactivity, the speaker turns off.
Opening hours:
- Watching movies at maximum volume: 8 hours,
- Listening to music at maximum volume: 4 hours,
- Listening to music at medium volume: about 7-8 hours.
When the charge level is low, it starts beeping every minute! I don’t like speakers with this type of discharge, it’s very annoying.
Charging schedule.
Sound, what can you say about it? There is bass, the speaker jumps, but there is no volume. Vocals sound very distinct and clear, pleasing to the ear. It's quite suitable for listening to music at home, but not likely on the street.
Battle of Xiaomi Mi Speaker Square 2 with JBL Flip3. Xiaomi plays first, then JBL.
Result:
+Good layout of materials and excellent appearance+The sound is better than the Chinese brothers (my opinion)
+Price (relatively inexpensive)
Soft aluminum
- Lack of kit
- Lack of microSD slot (when hiking you want your phone to be charged)
If you are interested in disassembly, please contact me
I tested almost all wireless speakers of a famous brand: choose yours.
Xiaomi wireless speakers have earned well-deserved attention from Russian buyers. There are louder, cleaner sounding ones, cheaper, and even in a store nearby. But there are almost no more reliable, diverse and balanced devices on the market.
Xiaomi Bluetooth 4.0 Speaker (QBH4042CN)
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Appearance
An all-metal parallelepiped on rubber feet, with thin, neat air duct openings - what could be more stylistically competent and pleasant?
Without laughing, Xiaomi's largest portable speaker looks 100% perfect. Assembled - even better. Nothing rattles, doesn’t shake, and the buttons (of which there are 4) don’t rattle.
Functional
Unlike all other Bluetooth speakers of the company, Bluetooth 4.0 Speaker is autonomous boombox. You don't need a phone - you can connect any player, computer or tape recorder via a cable with mini-jacks on both ends. Or just paste microSD card with mp3 files.
Using the built-in microphone, the speaker can work as a speakerphone (hands-free device).
The bottom button is used to connect to a smartphone or listen to a pleasant female voice broadcasting in pure Chinese about the connection status
and battery. Others are needed to control music and calls.
Sound
The sound volume is sufficient for a small event. Will replace Bluetooth 4.0 Speaker and desktop computer speakers. Enough for a picnic or a small disco. At full power, it is unpleasant to be near the device - too loud for one person.
The sound is full, “bold” - the entire audible spectrum is fully present, including low frequencies. The highs do not clog the midrange, and even at maximum volume they do not exhibit rattling or sibilance.
Buy Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker for $35
Xiaomi Square Box (NDZ-03-GB)
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Appearance
An improved and somewhat simplified version of the previous column. Unlike its larger brother, it is intended for the international market and is not equipped with a voice assistant.
There are few external differences: the younger version does not have control buttons, carrying only a power button (a short press plays the role of Play/Pause) and a charging port.
In addition, the appearance Square Box depends on the color of execution. The white one is symmetrical, the black one (shown in the photo) has a plastic rear panel with rhombuses. The perforation in the middle for both options is fake - blind.
Functional
Most Xiaomi Bluetooth speakers have a built-in microphone. Square Box Not suitable for speakerphone.
This model does not provide any additional functions: it is simply a device for loudly playing sound from a portable device via Bluetooth.
However, a new revision with index 2, gradually replacing the regular one on sale "rectangular box", is equipped with additional features and, at the same price, is more desirable for purchase.
Sound
The sound is quieter and less “thick” than in its older brother: a narrower stage (and still these are not classic “tweeters” from a local stall), more blurry highs. However, for personal use and a small company this is still enough.
In general, the main difference in sound from the more expensive modification is lower volume. The passive radiator produces very rich low frequencies. With the help of this speaker, you can easily sound a party on an area of up to 20 square meters: the low frequencies of the Bluetooth “box” are like in large acoustics.
Due to the design of the perforation of the case, the sound has a clear directionality, and behind the speaker it is significantly quieter. Despite this, even the maximum volume does not pose any problem for the Xiaomi Square Box - there is absolutely no noise or distortion.
Buy Xiaomi Square Box for $19
Xiaomi Bluetooth Speaker 2 (LYYX017M)
Characteristics
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Appearance
Cylindrical Speaker 2 has the most original design among all the devices presented in the article. The role of the control button is played by the upper part.
Speaker 2 Made of plastic - only the turning ring is metal. The protective grille of the speaker, hidden behind a rag mesh, is also plastic.
The format of the device allows installation in most bottle holders - to a bicycle, stroller or other means of mobility and transportation. Use as a sports accessory is limited - no dust and moisture protection T.
Functional
Like the older model, Xiaomi Speaker 2 loves to talk and notifies you in a pleasant female voice when it is turned on and connected to your smartphone. In Chinese.
If this does not raise questions, the endlessly rotating mechanical volume control (the role of which is performed by the entire upper part of the body) turns it into the most convenient Xiaomi Bluetooth speaker.
Additional control functions are assigned to the top button. I pressed the grille on top - the speaker turned on and the music started playing. Once again - pause. The column works similarly with incoming calls.
Sound
The manufacturer claims stereo sound. Unfortunately, none of the analyzes (nor the official materials) confirm this. But it is not refuted either.
The sound is loud enough for one room, at the level Square Box. The sound is clear throughout the entire playback range, there are no wheezes or sibilances - problematic frequencies are “cut off” at the hardware level. The audible part is sufficient for most genres of music, except for extreme metal genres.
Shaking and carrying do not affect the sound of the speaker in any way. Horizontal positioning also does not affect playback.
Buy Xiaomi Speaker 2 for $23
Xiaomi Mi Portable (XMYX02YM)
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Appearance
The smallest among Xiaomi portable speakers. Very similar to a cylindrical shower head - but much smaller than either of them. The edges are decorated with a neat chamfer.
On the reverse side there is a very convenient rubber button that is impossible to miss. It contains a charging port, next to which there is a hole for a lanyard.
Dimensions and weight allow you to attach Mi Portable on a woman’s handbag or a bunch of keys, not to mention a backpack or bicycle.
Functional
The speaker has a built-in microphone. When you press a single button, control is carried out Xiaomi Mi Portable e: turn on/off and pause/play the current track.
With its help, you can turn the speaker into a speakerphone (the microphone is hidden in the hole for the lanyard) - with one click you can accept a call or hang up.
Sound
Despite its dimensions, Mi Portable is quite suitable for a small company or personal use - as a loud speaker or speakerphone. The volume is enough for a noisy street, cycling alone, or a video conference for a whole group.
The sound is clear, wheezing appears only at maximum volume when playing high frequencies. Like other Xiaomi speakers, Mi Portable copes well with bass and sound effects of videos.
