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August 2013
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Not much in the way of controls on the Zipp. Just a power button with Libratone's bird logo
Surrounded by plus/minus volume controls. A couple of little buttons on the back to select WiFi or PlayDirect. That's it.
What's the first thing you look for in a speaker? Good audio
Right? The ZIPP delivers on that. But I also love the interchangeable colors and the amazing aesthetics of the speaker. It has a specially designed wool cover (that's where the covers come into
Sleek look
Changeable covers
More connectivity options than you will ever need or use
Gets LOUD
Sounds GREAT
Pushes out sound in 360 degrees
Battery runs up to 10 hours
Good price for what you get
The portable Libratone Zipp AirPlay speaker has a modern
Eye-catching design and excellent sound for its size
And you can connect directly to it from an iOS mobile device
PC
Or Mac. It has a built-in rechargeable battery or can be powered by an includ
Versatile (Bluetooth
WiFi
AirPlay
And USB host)
Delivers 360degree sound
Can run on battery power
Very attractive industrial design
Very attract
Portable
Wireless audio via Apple Airplay. Innovative PlayDirect feature allows for wireless audio without a Wi-Fi network. Quality audio performance at moderate-to-high levels. Does not distort on deep bass tracks. Simple set up process.
Personalized element with its Wool covers
Its design is modern and inviting
Enhanced audio projection via the Libratone app
Light and portable
Very affordable
Works as a power bank for your phone
Well-balanced bass and treble
Supports Bluetooth and AirPlay
Can link with other Libratone speakers for multiroom sound
Sound Quality
Strong WiFi/Bluetooth connection
Design
Sounds terrific
Easily fills a room
PlayDirect makes AirPlay truly portable for iOS and Mac users
Looks great
Can change appearance with optional sleeves
Leather strap is a helpful / quirky addition
PlayDirect Wi-Fi has better range than Bluetooth
The editors didn't like
Not much in the way of controls on the Zipp. Just a power button with Libratone's bird logo
Surrounded by plus/minus volume controls. A couple of little buttons on the back to select WiFi or PlayDirect. That's it
Admittedly
The Jambox is much more portable. The Libratone ZIPP is about the size of a roll of paper towels
So you really can't tote it around in a backpack or toss it in your purse
As you can with smaller Bluetooth speakers. But you're paying for audi
I would love if it were water-resistant
Many source devices can't access Wi-Fi services while connected to the Libratone
Or need to use pricey data plans
The Zipp only has 4 hours of battery life with wireless on
It's not compatible with Android smartphones and tablets (no Bluetooth)
And it
Can't stream different tracks to different speakers from the same source
Can't remotely control the volume of multiple speakers independently from the same app you're streaming music from
Limited diversity in the Zipp lineup (just two models)
Can't str
Not for bass lovers
Nor purists opposed to digital signal processing. Shape of speaker prohibits strong stereo image
Audio quality sounds strained at the loudest setting
Very expensive portable solution at $400
No Bluetooth connection
Lacking in volume
Only 8 hours of battery life
No color options
Slow to start up
Lacks ruggedness
Limited battery life
Touch interface is cool
But laggy
Battery Life
Expensive speaker
Expensive sleeves
No Bluetooth so no wireless support for Windows or Android
PlayDirect interrupts 3G data unless manually configured
Published: 2018-04-02, Author: Bình , review by: topnewreview.com
Abstract: Libratone is back once again with a new and upgraded edition to its previous Zipp line of Bluetooth speakers. We'll get the Sonos comparisons out of the way early and state that the Libratone actually has a few unique features that put it ahead of the com...
Abstract: Libratone ZIPP: Scandinavian Design, PremiumAudioMulti-Room audio is becoming increasingly popular—multiple wireless speakers that can play music individually or be synchronized so your music plays in every room with a speaker or group of speakers Sonos i...
Published: 2016-11-07, Author: Michael , review by: wired.com
Abstract: The Zipp comes in two sizes. This is the larger one. Josh Valcarcel/WIRED The first Libratone speaker I remember testing was the company's debut product from 2011, an AirPlay sound bar called the Lounge that mounted on the wall. After that there were oth...
Published: 2016-06-08, Author: Stephen , review by: cultofmac.com
Abstract: I've made no secret in declaring my love for Libratone speakers, having covered the Zipp and Loop in the past.So, when Libratone got in touch asking if I'd like to take a look at the latest iteration of the Libratone Zipp, of course I jumped at the chance...
Published: 2016-05-24, Author: Dan , review by: geardiary.com
Sleek look, Changeable covers, More connectivity options than you will ever need or use, Gets LOUD, Sounds GREAT, Pushes out sound in 360 degrees, Battery runs up to 10 hours, Good price for what you get
Published: 2016-04-12, Author: Michael , review by: tomsguide.com
Well-balanced bass and treble, Supports Bluetooth and AirPlay, Can link with other Libratone speakers for multiroom sound
Slow to start up, Lacks ruggedness, Limited battery life
With multiroom capabilities, a variety of ways to play music wirelessly and a ton of other features, the Libratone Zipp is like the Swiss Army knife of wireless speakers. But it's got more than just tech going for it: It looks good, sounds good and is eas...
Published: 2016-03-30, Author: Michael , review by: macworld.com
Versatile (Bluetooth, WiFi, AirPlay, and USB host), Delivers 360degree sound, Can run on battery power, Very attractive industrial design, Versatile (Bluetooth, WiFi, AirPlay, and USB host), Delivers 360degree sound, Can run on battery power, Very attract
Can't stream different tracks to different speakers from the same source, Can't remotely control the volume of multiple speakers independently from the same app you're streaming music from, Limited diversity in the Zipp lineup (just two models), Can't str
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Published: 2016-03-18, Author: Phil , review by: ilounge.com
We first saw Libratone's Zipp as an AirPlay speaker in 2012 — we appreciated the design, but the speaker was overpriced for the sound quality it offered. Libratone thought enough of the design to tweak it and reintroduce it for 2016. The new Zipp ($299) i...
