808 Audio has launched its first smart speaker loaded with Amazon Alexa at $129.99. Dubbed as 808 Audio XL-V, the digital smart speaker looks cylindrical in shape with a big tower design. If you are not comfortable with the speaker quality of the original Amazon Echo, you can try 808 Audio XL-V.
As a user, you will interact with the speaker via Alexa assistant to fetch news, weather updates including the ability to establish connectivity with smart light bulbs and thermostats. It is possible to play music from a wide range of sources such as AMazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn, and Spotify. The speaker is designed in such a way to enable users to connect directly to the smartphone for audio streaming.
With an overall weight of 3lbs, the 808 Audio XL-V smart speaker measures 15-inches tall, 4-inch deep and around 6.2-inch wide. The speaker ships with a 1.5-inch full range speaker, which provides deep bass without compromising sound quality. The Bluetooth support helps you to establish connectivity with external wireless speakers.
According to the company sources, the speakers integrated with 808 Audio XL-V provides balanced stereo sound coupled with 360-degree audio impact. In addition to manual volume rocker controls, the speaker also includes a reflex port to produce deep sound without distortion.
With 808 Audio XL-V smart speaker, you can order pizza, request a ride, track fitness including the ability to switch on the bedroom lights and thermostat. Moreover, Alexa works with a wide range of smart home products. With regular updates, you will be able to work with Alexa easily upon regular usage.
The 3.5mm port helps you to connect wired speakers if you are not satisfied with the built-in sound quality. Like in the case of Amazon Echo, it is possible to connect more than one speakers for a multi-room environment.
Priced at $129.99, the 808 Audio XL-V smart speaker will be available at Amazon, Frys, Crutchfield including the official website of 808audio.
