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EDITOR'S PICKS SMARTPHONE DOCKS

Editor's Picks: smartphone docks

Wireless Bluetooth streaming has unleashed a surge of compatible speakers,writesJamie Carter

Friday, 26 October, 2012, 2:54pm

 

Creative D200 Bluetooth speaker

Choose a Bluetooth 2.0 speaker like the Creative D200 (HK$998) and you're safe to stream from any model of smartphone. Also supports the apt-X audio codec for higher quality audio. Available from the Apple Store, IFC Mall, Central, tel: 3972 1500

Geneva Sound System Model S

The Swiss-made Geneva Sound System Model S (HK$3,480) features TouchLight controls that disappear when dormant. hmv.com.hk

Sonos Play:3

Controlled using an app on any smartphone, the Sonos Play:3 (HK$2,330) works like a digital jukebox. Buy two or more for instant multi-room music. amazon.com

SuperTooth Disco 2

Designed to be portable, the SuperTooth Disco 2 (HK$788) wireless speaker uses Bluetooth to stream from all smartphones, tablets and computers. Battery life is rated at between four and 10 hours. expansys.com.hk

Philips AS851

The world's first smartphone dock aimed only at Android phones, the Philips AS851 Fidelio (HK$1,550) has a moveable rocker to adapt to different models. amazon.com

Libratone Live AirPlay Speaker

Streaming tunes from an iPad or Mac, as well as from an iPhone, the Libratone Live AirPlay Speaker (HK$6,499) can be hung on the wall. A one-piece speaker from Scandanavia, it uses Apple AirPlay for lossless sound quality. Available from the Apple Store, IFC Mall, Central, tel: 3972 1500

Bang & Olufsen Playmaker

More Scandinavian style in the shape of the Playmaker (HK$3,588) wireless bridge from Danish company Bang & Olufsen that can accept music streamed from any smartphone or computer. Just add speakers. Bang & Olufsen, IFC Mall, Central, tel: 2918 0007

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