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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
Abstract: The interior, a black plastic cage houses a deceivingly powerful 2.1 speaker system — that's dual 1-inch ribbon tweeters for the mids and highs, packaged above a booming 4-inch bass driver. Speaker placement is significant to Libratone's FullRoom sound, p...
Abstract: So you've updated your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch to the latest version only to find that you can't dock it in your portable speaker any longer thanks to Apple's new Thunderbolt connector.But instead of going out and buying a Thunderbolt dock, or Apple'...
Abstract: So you've updated your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch to the latest version only to find that you can't dock it in your portable speaker any longer thanks to Apple's new Thunderbolt connector.But instead of going out and buying a Thunderbolt dock, or Apple'...
Great looks, very easy to use, decent battery. The fact that it can create its own wireless network for playback is an excellent touch
Audio quality is average to good, but should really be good to very good at this price
Flexible, stylish and good to use; a great piece of kit for Apple users. One of the best portable audio solutions around. Not something for Android people....
The wireless Libratone Zipp is portable, ultra-stylish, and a solid audio performer at moderate volumes, but its signal processing will be a turn-off for some....
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Published: 2012-11-21, Author: Christopher , review by: techradar.com
Lossless audio on the move, Stylish, customisable design, AirPlay
Short battery life over WiFi, Bass overwhelms treble, Extremely expensive
In many ways the Libratone Zipp is a triumph. Libratone has reinforced its superb design credentials with a beautifully styled product that combines AirPlay with lossless wireless audio on the move and its 2.1 driver arrangement is unique in a speaker of ...
Though it's 1.3 pounds heavier, the Zipp feels about as portable as the big-but-totable Big Jambox. And as great as the Big Jambox sounds, the Zipp sounds even better. With its clever AirPlay and PlayDirect implementations, its simple setup process, and i...
Clever AirPlay and PlayDirect implementations; Simple setup process; Attractive design
A little expensive
Though it's 1.3 pounds heavier, the Zipp feels about as portable as the big-but-totable Big Jambox. And as great as the Big Jambox sounds, the Zipp sounds even better. With its clever AirPlay and PlayDirect implementations, its simple setup process, and i...
Published: 2016-03-19, Author: Tim , review by: in.pcmag.com
Powerful audio performance with robust bass and crisp highs, Alluring design projects audio in all directions, Portable, with a built-in strap for hanging from hooks, Free app allows for Wi-Fi streaming, Internet radio playback
Digital signal processing isn't for everyone, Track fades can lose a split-second of audio
The portable Libratone Zipp speaker delivers powerful Bluetooth audio in an attractive design with a host of useful extra features...
