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General

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Series

Beosound A11Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Maker names the speaker Beosound A1 3rd Gen, the third generation of Beosound A1.

BOOM1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026The speaker sits in the Ultimate Ears BOOM family. The page names BOOM 3, MEGABOOM 3, HYPERBOOM and EPICBOOM as speakers that pair with it.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

1736000, 17360021Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Page structured data gives SKU 1736000 for the Warm Granite selection. B&H lists 1736002 for Natural Aluminum. Other colour SKUs are not stored.

SR0195, 984-001872, 984-001923, 984-001873, 984-001924, 984-001920, 984-001925, 984-001930, 984-0019351Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026US store JSON-LD: SKU and MPN 984-001872 for Charcoal Black and 984-001923 for Azure Blue. The UK, German and EU store pages list 984-001873 and 984-001924. The Logitech Australia page lists 984-001920, 984-001925, 984-001930 and 984-001935. SR0195 is the model number on the speaker label per the Logitech specification article.2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Product information table: speaker model number SR0195 on the label on the bottom cap.12Maker product pagelogitech.com/en-gb/products/speakers/bluetooth-speakers/everboom-bluetooth.htmlRead 15 October 2026UK page: Charcoal Black 984-001873 and Azure Blue 984-001924. The UK, German and EU store pages carry the same two SKUs.13Maker product pagelogitech.com/en-au/products/speakers/bluetooth-speakers/everboom-bluetooth.htmlRead 15 October 2026Australia page structured data: 984-001920, 984-001925, 984-001930 and 984-001935.

GTIN / EAN

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09785519174814Retailer pagemedia.jaycar.com.au/product/resources/XC8250_datasheetMain_155514.pdfRead 15 October 2026Distributor datasheet for part 984-001920 (Black): bar code 097855191748. The other colours have no bar code stored.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

6 May 20255Reviewt3.com/tech/bluetooth-speakers/bang-olufsen-beosound-a1-gen-3-reviewRead 13 October 2026Launch date 6 May 2025.7Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/bang-olufsen-launches-third-generation-beosound-a1-portable-speakerRead 13 October 2026News item of May 6, 2025 announces the third generation.

26 June 20244Press releasesilicon.co.uk/press-release/the-rugged-ultimate-ears-everboom-superior-sound-that-is-waterproof-dustproof-and-floatableRead 15 October 2026Logitech press release of 26 June 2024, republished by Silicon UK.

Status

Available1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Maker offers the speaker for sale at USD 399 on the accessed date.

Available1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026US store page shows Add to cart and In stock in October 2026. The US price there is $179.99, which is not the launch price.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$3495Reviewt3.com/tech/bluetooth-speakers/bang-olufsen-beosound-a1-gen-3-reviewRead 13 October 2026Official launch price GBP 299 / USD 349 / AUD 639. Tom's Guide later lists USD 399 and the maker page lists USD 399, which are not launch prices.6Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generation-reviewRead 13 October 2026Price box gives USD 349 / GBP 299 / AUD 639. The article body has a typo of USD 249.8Reviewwhathifi.com/speakers/wireless-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generationRead 13 October 2026Review header gives the tested price as GBP 299 / USD 349 / AUD 639. The article body has a typo of USD 249.

$249.994Press releasesilicon.co.uk/press-release/the-rugged-ultimate-ears-everboom-superior-sound-that-is-waterproof-dustproof-and-floatableRead 15 October 2026MSRP $249.99 USD. The release says pricing and availability may vary by region.5Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/ultimate-ears-everboom-reviewRead 15 October 2026Launch price $249.99 / 249.99 GBP / AU$349.6Reviewsoundguys.com/ultimate-ears-everboom-review-119681Read 15 October 2026MSRP $249.99.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€3497Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/bang-olufsen-launches-third-generation-beosound-a1-portable-speakerRead 13 October 2026Article gives 349 for EUR and USD. European prices include VAT.

€269.9910Press articlestadt-bremerhaven.de/ultimate-ears-everboom-plus-boom-4-wonderboom-4-und-megaboom-4-vorgestelltRead 15 October 2026German launch report with a price update: Everboom 269,99 Euro. hifi.de gives the same 269,99 Euro and appgefahren.de rounds it to 270 Euro. Price includes VAT. No Ultimate Ears or Logitech German price page from 2024 was found.11Press articlehifi.de/news/ultimate-ears-frischt-speaker-katalog-auf-neuer-bluetooth-lautsprecher-everboom-upgrades-fuer-wonderboom-und-co-196915Read 15 October 2026Launch article of 26 June 2024 lists 269,99 Euro for the Everboom (Amazon listing of the blue version).

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, EU5Reviewt3.com/tech/bluetooth-speakers/bang-olufsen-beosound-a1-gen-3-reviewRead 13 October 2026Launch prices evidenced for the US and Europe.

US1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Warm Granite, Natural Aluminium, Honey Tone, Lavender Purple, Rustic Red, Eucalyptus Green1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Colour selector on the maker page lists six colours. Three colours were available at launch.

Charcoal Black, Azure Blue, Raspberry Red, Enchanting Lilac1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026US page: Charcoal Black and Azure Blue. The Logitech Australia page also lists Raspberry Red and Enchanting Lilac. Colour availability differs per region.12Maker product pagelogitech.com/en-gb/products/speakers/bluetooth-speakers/everboom-bluetooth.htmlRead 15 October 2026Charcoal Black and Azure Blue.13Maker product pagelogitech.com/en-au/products/speakers/bluetooth-speakers/everboom-bluetooth.htmlRead 15 October 2026Charcoal Black, Azure Blue, Raspberry Red and Enchanting Lilac.

Speaker typeiHome covers speakers made to stay in one place, including smart speakers. A speaker with Wi-Fi or a voice assistant can be of any type.

Portable1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Maker calls it a portable Bluetooth speaker.

Portable1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Maker markets a portable, waterproof, floatable speaker with a carabiner.

Audio

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Audio channelsiSound channels reproduced by one speaker. Pairing two speakers for stereo is separate.

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Stereo9Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/ultimate-ears/everboomRead 15 October 2026Public pros list: excellent directivity, with stereo playback. This describes the single speaker.

Audio driversiPowered audio transducers in one speaker. Passive radiators are counted separately. Circular diameter and rectangular width and height have separate columns. Per-driver power must state continuous or RMS basis and battery or mains operation in the source note.

ABang & Olufsen Beosound A1 3rd Gen

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Woofer	1	82.55
Tweeter	1	15.24

Source1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Tech specs give 1 x 0.6 inch tweeter and 1 x 3 1/4 inch woofer. Inch sizes are converted exactly to millimetres. TechRadar gives 15 mm and 83 mm. No per-driver rated power is stored because the 30 W figures are amplifier ratings.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Speaker drivers: 1 x 3 1/4 inch woofer and 1 x 0.6 inch tweeter. Power amplifiers: 2 x 30 W Class D for woofer and tweeter.

BUltimate Ears EVERBOOM

Driver type	Count	Width (mm)	Height (mm)
Active full range transducer	2	56.6	56.2

Source1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Product tech specs: two 56.6 x 56.2 mm active full range transducers. Width and height are the two published axes. The maker does not name the shape. The Logitech specification article rounds to 56 x 56 mm. No driver power rating is published.

Passive radiatorsiPassive, unpowered bass radiators. Excludes powered drivers.

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21Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Product tech specs: two 49.4 x 87 mm passive radiators.

Rated audio poweriMaker-published total rated continuous audio output. Battery power is used for portable speakers when mains and battery ratings differ. Peak marketing power is separate.

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Rated audio power on mainsiTotal rated continuous audio output with external power. Store a separate battery rating when the maker publishes both.

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Audio output power (unspecified rating)iMaker- or reviewer-published audio output power whose continuous or peak rating basis is not stated. This is separate from rated continuous output and explicitly published peak output.

60W1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Amplifier row: 30 W Class D for tweeter and 30 W Class D for woofer, total 60 W. This is an amplifier rating. The rating basis of the acoustic output is not stated.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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Peak audio poweriExplicitly published peak audio output. Never substitute for rated continuous output.

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Frequency response lower limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

54Hz1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Frequency range 54 to 20,000 Hz. Tolerance is not stated. The 92 dB SPL at 1 m maker claim is not entered as a measurement.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026

70Hz2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Frequency Response 70-20kHz (-3dB). Test mode is not stated.

Frequency response upper limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

20kHz1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Frequency range 54 to 20,000 Hz. Tolerance is not stated.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026

20kHz2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Frequency Response 70-20kHz (-3dB). Test mode is not stated.

Signal-to-noise ratio (claimed)

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Adjustable equalizeriUser-adjustable frequency bands. Selecting fixed sound presets alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Customizable Sound EQ: presets available and fully customisable in the Bang & Olufsen App. The number of bands is not stated.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Customisable sound EQ: yes, five presets in the Bang & Olufsen app and fully customisable.

Yes1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Page: customizable EQ with a customized tuner in the BOOM app.3Owner's manualsupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067951753751-Getting-Started-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Customize the EQ in the app. One custom EQ can be named and saved.

Equalizer bandsiNumber of user-adjustable frequency bands. Do not count sound presets.

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56Reviewsoundguys.com/ultimate-ears-everboom-review-119681Read 15 October 2026Review: the UE | BOOM app offers a 5-band customizable EQ. Firmware 1.0.19 and app V7.17.154 were tested.7Reviewmacrumors.com/review/ultimate-ears-everboom-speakerRead 15 October 2026Review: presets can be customized via five sliders spanning the frequencies.

Automatic sound adjustmentiAdjusts audio to placement or playback conditions. Keep the named feature and conditions in the source note.

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Sound modesiNamed playback modes. Battery extension modes are also qualified in battery source notes.

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Outdoor Boost1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Outdoor Boost button adds about 1 dB of sound for outdoor use. The page says four EQ presets but names only three and joins two names without a comma. MacRumors and What's The Best name different presets, so the EQ presets are not stored.

Wireless stereo pairingiTwo compatible speakers can play separate left and right channels.

Yes1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Stereo pairing between two Beosound A1 2nd Generations, two 3rd Generations or one of each.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 20263Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/4qRzMR0nvbMq2i07hLLmQF/122da902243f9fd0dd4c359891bed4d3/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_userguide_web_all_06May_2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Guide says any combination of 3rd Generation and 2nd Generation speakers can be stereo paired in the app or manually.

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Speaker link protocolsiNamed systems for linking compatible speakers, such as PartyBoost, Auracast or Party Connect. Linking support does not establish compatibility across all models.

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PartyUp1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Page: pair EVERBOOM with other Ultimate Ears speakers such as BOOM 3, MEGABOOM 3, HYPERBOOM and EPICBOOM. The getting started article names the feature PartyUp.3Owner's manualsupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067951753751-Getting-Started-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Section PartyUp lists the speakers that can join, including EVERBOOM.

Max linked speakersiPublished maximum in a speaker group. A stereo pair is recorded separately. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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1503Owner's manualsupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067951753751-Getting-Started-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026UE | BOOM app section: PartyUp pairs up to 150 speakers. Compatible are BOOM, MEGABOOM, EPICBOOM and HYPERBOOM families, and every speaker needs the latest firmware. Linking is app based, so the Bluetooth group field is not set.

Max Bluetooth group speakersiPublished maximum speakers in one Bluetooth playback group, including the first speaker. Source notes name the compatible models or families, linking system and firmware requirements. Wi-Fi groups and concurrent Bluetooth source devices are excluded. A stereo pair alone does not establish the maximum when other Bluetooth linking systems are supported. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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Connectivity

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Bluetooth audio playbackiPlays audio streamed over Bluetooth from a phone or other source. Bluetooth used only for setup or app control does not count.

Yes1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 20262Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 20268Reviewwhathifi.com/speakers/wireless-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generationRead 13 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026

Bluetooth versioniVersion of the Bluetooth radio. Some Wi-Fi speakers use Bluetooth only for setup. See Bluetooth audio playback.

5.11Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Connectivity table: Bluetooth 5.1.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026

5.12Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026General specifications: Bluetooth 5.1. TechRadar and What Hi-Fi both write Bluetooth 5.3 and the maker article is stored.

Bluetooth codecsiExplicitly supported receive codecs. Bluetooth version alone does not establish codecs.

SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Connectivity table lists aptX Adaptive and AAC. What Hi-Fi? also lists SBC.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 20268Reviewwhathifi.com/speakers/wireless-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generationRead 13 October 2026Review lists Bluetooth 5.1 with SBC, AAC and aptX Adaptive codec support. The maker lists AAC and aptX Adaptive.

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Bluetooth profiles

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A2DP1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Tech specs, for audio playback: devices that support Bluetooth A2DP.

Bluetooth LE AudioiExplicit LE Audio support. Bluetooth LE for app control alone does not qualify.

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AuracastiExplicit Auracast support. Sending, receiving and speaker-group roles belong in source notes.

No6Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generation-reviewRead 13 October 2026Review says Bluetooth 5.1 means the speaker does not support Auracast.7Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/bang-olufsen-launches-third-generation-beosound-a1-portable-speakerRead 13 October 2026Article describes the speaker as Bluetooth 5.1 and not Auracast-enabled.

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth source connections. Pairing memory and speaker-to-speaker linking do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Connectivity table: Yes, up to 2 devices.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 20266Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generation-reviewRead 13 October 2026Review says multipoint connectivity connects two sources at the same time.

No9Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/ultimate-ears/everboomRead 15 October 2026Public cons list: no Bluetooth multi-device connectivity. The maker getting started article only describes a memory of eight previously paired devices.

Multipoint source devicesiMaximum concurrently connected Bluetooth source devices, not remembered pairings.

21Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Connectivity table: up to 2 devices.

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Bluetooth range (claimed)iMaker-claimed Bluetooth range to the source device. Test conditions belong in the source note.

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55m1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Mobile range of play up to 55 m. Actual range varies with use, settings, environment and number of connected devices.

Wi-FiiBuilt-in Wi-Fi, for audio streaming, setup or control.

No9Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bluetooth-speakers/i-just-tested-this-portable-bluetooth-speaker-and-it-could-last-you-foreverRead 13 October 2026Review says there is no Wi-Fi on board.

No5Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/ultimate-ears-everboom-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review says the speaker lacks Wi-Fi connectivity.8Reviewwhathifi.com/ultimate-ears/700/reviewRead 15 October 2026Review: Wi-Fi and voice commands are not on board.9Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/ultimate-ears/everboomRead 15 October 2026Public headline row: Wi-Fi No.

Wi-Fi standardsiOne 802.11 name per item, such as 802.11ax. A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is 802.11ac and Wi-Fi 6 is 802.11ax. Older standards are listed only when a source names them.

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Network audio protocolsiNamed systems that stream audio to the speaker over the home network. AirPlay is written as AirPlay 2. Chromecast built-in is written as Google Cast. Other names follow the maker, such as Spotify Connect.

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USB audio inputiPlayback from a connected computer or phone through USB. Charging, service ports and USB flash-drive playback do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Physical connections: 1 x USB-C for charging and streaming.3Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/4qRzMR0nvbMq2i07hLLmQF/122da902243f9fd0dd4c359891bed4d3/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_userguide_web_all_06May_2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Guide says the speaker can be used as a speakerphone via a USB-C cable connected to a computer. The maker page lists USB-C for streaming.

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USB drive playbackiPlayback of audio files on a connected USB storage device.

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USB audio file formats

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PortsiPhysical speaker connectors. Record charging, audio input, power output and service roles separately. A shared microphone and guitar jack is one port. A combo jack that takes XLR and 6.35 mm plugs is 6.35 mm audio, and the role names XLR. Optical is a TOSLINK digital audio socket.

ABang & Olufsen Beosound A1 3rd Gen

Connector	Count	Role
USB-C	1	Charging, speakerphone and audio streaming

Source1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Physical connections: one USB-C for charging and streaming. The user guide adds speakerphone use over USB-C.3Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/4qRzMR0nvbMq2i07hLLmQF/122da902243f9fd0dd4c359891bed4d3/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_userguide_web_all_06May_2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Guide shows USB-C for charging and for speakerphone use with a computer.

BUltimate Ears EVERBOOM

Connector	Count	Role
USB-C	1	Charging input under a weather door

Source2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Charging by USB-C cable. The getting started article says to lift the weather door to reach the Type-C port.

Controls and software

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SpeakerphoneiBuilt-in microphone and call support, through a connected phone or a voice assistant's calling. A microphone used only for voice commands does not count. Microphone inputs for karaoke are separate.

Yes1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Connectivity table: speakerphone Yes. Product sheet names a 3 microphone array.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 20263Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/4qRzMR0nvbMq2i07hLLmQF/122da902243f9fd0dd4c359891bed4d3/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_userguide_web_all_06May_2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Controls - Calls section describes accepting, declining and muting calls with the built-in microphone.

No2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Speaker specifications: microphone None. The MEGAPHONE feature uses the phone microphone.

Voice assistantsiVoice assistants explicitly usable through the speaker, such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri or Sonos Voice Control. State whether a connected phone is required.

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Controls

Play/pause, Volume up/down, Power, Bluetooth pairing, Microphone mute5Reviewt3.com/tech/bluetooth-speakers/bang-olufsen-beosound-a1-gen-3-reviewRead 13 October 2026Review says play/pause, volume down and volume up are on one side. On/off, Bluetooth and microphone buttons are on the other side. What Hi-Fi? gives the same layout.8Reviewwhathifi.com/speakers/wireless-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generationRead 13 October 2026Review says the play/pause button and volume up and down are on one side, and Bluetooth pairing, power and microphone switches are on the other.

Power, Bluetooth pairing, Volume up/down, Magic Button (play/pause, skip, previous track, preset playlist), Outdoor Boost, Battery level (press volume up and down together)2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Speaker +/- button, app and mobile. Short press for play or pause, double click for next track, triple click to rewind, long press for the Magic Button preset playlist. Outdoor mode by button or app.3Owner's manualsupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067951753751-Getting-Started-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Hold the power button to turn on. Press and hold the Bluetooth button to pair. Plus and minus set volume and pressing both shows the battery level. Magic Button and Outdoor Boost button as listed.

Companion app

Bang & Olufsen App3Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/4qRzMR0nvbMq2i07hLLmQF/122da902243f9fd0dd4c359891bed4d3/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_userguide_web_all_06May_2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Guide tells the user to download the Bang & Olufsen App for set-up, audio personalisation and support.

UE | BOOM2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Apps available at release: UE | BOOM.3Owner's manualsupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067951753751-Getting-Started-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026The UE | BOOM app by Ultimate Ears.

App platforms

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iOS, Android2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026System requirements: iOS / Android.3Owner's manualsupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067951753751-Getting-Started-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026iOS App Store and Google Play Store.

User firmware updates

Yes1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Page says the modular construction enables battery replacement, servicing and software updates over time.

Yes3Owner's manualsupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067951753751-Getting-Started-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Speaker Updates and PartyUp sections: speaker software updates over the air through the UE | BOOM app.

Built-in lightingiDecorative or ambient lighting. Status, battery, connection and microphone indicator LEDs alone do not qualify.

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No2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Indicator lights: six LEDs (power, Bluetooth, Outdoor on the top panel and three battery LEDs on the front). These are status lights only.

Lighting modes

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Smart home

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Matter controlleriCan add and control Matter devices. Being a Matter device alone does not count.

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Thread border routeriConnects Thread smart home devices to the home network.

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Zigbee hubiA built-in Zigbee radio that controls Zigbee smart home devices.

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Battery and charging

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Built-in battery

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Product sheet lists battery size and playtime for the built-in battery.

Yes1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026

Playback time (claimed)iMaximum maker-claimed music playback on one charge in normal playback mode. Battery extension or reduced-bass boost modes belong in battery_life_boost_h. Record volume and lighting conditions in the source note.

24h1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Up to 24 hours. The product sheet states the condition as typical listening volume.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 202624 hours at typical listening volume.

20h1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Up to 20 hours of play time at default volume (42%). Actual life varies with use, settings and conditions.

Playback with battery extension (claimed)iTotal claimed runtime with the named battery extension mode enabled. Store the total, not only the extra hours. Keep sound and lighting restrictions in the source note.

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Battery energyiPublished battery pack energy. Do not calculate from an assumed voltage.

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22.5Wh2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Built-in Li-ion rechargeable battery 22.5 Wh. No voltage or mAh is published.

Battery capacityiPublished pack capacity at the voltage in battery_voltage_v. Do not substitute power-bank output capacity. A figure written per cell, such as 5000mAh*2, is not a pack capacity unless the maker states the pack figure.

3,300mAh2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Battery size 3,300 mAh. Nominal voltage and Wh are not published.

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Nominal battery voltage

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Battery chemistry

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Lithium-ion1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Technical specs: rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

User-replaceable batteryiBattery that the maker documents as replaceable by the user. Service replacement does not qualify.

No1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Page says the battery is replaced at an authorised B&O service centre or showrooms, so it is not documented as user-replaceable. Tom's Guide says the battery is not user-replaceable.9Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/bluetooth-speakers/i-just-tested-this-portable-bluetooth-speaker-and-it-could-last-you-foreverRead 13 October 2026Review says B&O replaces the battery after you send the speaker in, and that it is a shame the battery is not user-replaceable.

No2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Battery user replaceable: not recommended, improper assembly may affect waterproof performance.

Full charge timeiTime from discharged to full under the maker conditions. Adapter rating and simultaneous use belong in source notes.

3h1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Approximately 3 hours. The product sheet states 5 V, 3 A charging.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 20263 hours at 5 V and 3 A charging.

3h2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026About 3 hours from empty to full with a PD charger of 15 W or above.

Quick charge duration

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Playback after quick chargeiClaimed music playback after quick_charge_min of charging. Source conditions apply.

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Charging input ratingiPublished speaker input voltage and current. An adapter rating alone does not establish device input.

5 V DC, 3 A2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Power supply 5 V DC / 3 A via the USB-C connector.

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Max charging inputiPublished maximum charging input. USB audio power requirements and adapter output are separate.

15W4Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/3ZNqrXWyJT0BTQn2v1KEHA/f525f88e4d7e237d3fa5a2ebbe6f9dd5/Beosound_A1_3rd_Gen_Important_Information_LP_06052025_Web.pdfRead 13 October 2026Charger guidance in the Spanish text says a charger power between a minimum of 5 W required by the radio equipment and a maximum of 15 W gives maximum charging speed. Rating label DC 5 V 3 A. The maximum is stored as 15 W.

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USB Power Delivery charging

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Yes2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Charge rating: PD adapter 15 W or above, auto-switching 5 V, 9 V, 12 V and 20 V input. This does not state a maximum speaker input power.

Charges other devices

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Max power-bank outputiPublished power delivered by the speaker to another device. Output voltage and current belong in the source note.

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Wireless chargingiThe speaker battery can be charged wirelessly. Wireless power output to another device is separate.

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Durability

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Dust and water ratingiExact published IP rating. Keep separate ratings, such as IP68 and IP69, as separate entries.

IP671Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Dust and waterproof rating IP67.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026

IP671Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Page and launch release: IP67, dustproof, waterproof and floatable.4Press releasesilicon.co.uk/press-release/the-rugged-ultimate-ears-everboom-superior-sound-that-is-waterproof-dustproof-and-floatableRead 15 October 2026IP67: waterproof, dustproof and floatable.

Floats

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Yes1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 20264Press releasesilicon.co.uk/press-release/the-rugged-ultimate-ears-everboom-superior-sound-that-is-waterproof-dustproof-and-floatableRead 15 October 2026

Drop resistanceiExplicit maker claim or defined drop test. Do not infer from rugged wording.

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Yes1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Page: drop it up to 1 m, drop-tested from 1 m.

Drop test heightiMaker-published tested height. Surface and conditions belong in source notes.

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1m1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Drop-tested from 1 m (3 ft). Surface and method are not stated.

Carry featuresiPublished handles, straps, carabiners or wheels.

Waterproof leather strap6Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/bang-and-olufsen-beosound-a1-3rd-generation-reviewRead 13 October 2026Review says a carry strap made of waterproof leather is threaded through the polymer base.

Carabiner, Fabric loop1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Page: use the carabiner to take it wherever you go.6Reviewsoundguys.com/ultimate-ears-everboom-review-119681Read 15 October 2026The included loop and carabiner.

Measured

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Playback time (measured)iReviewer-measured playback per charge. Volume, lighting, sound mode, firmware and connection belong in the source note.

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Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum SPL. Distance, test method and power source belong in source notes.

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured low-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured high-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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Audio latency (measured)iReviewer-measured source-to-speaker latency. Source device, app, codec, firmware and connection belong in source notes. App compensation may affect results.

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer-measured time from empty to full. Power adapter and method belong in the source note.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiSpeaker body width, height and depth on explicitly identified axes. Unlabeled tuples do not establish axis meanings. Handle, strap and orientation conditions belong in the source note.

Width133Height46Depth133mm(5.2 × 1.8 × 5.2 in)1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Tech specs label 13.3 W x 4.6 H x 13.3 D cm. Converted exactly to millimetres. Strap and orientation conditions are not stated.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Product dimensions 133 W x 46 H x 133 D, in millimetres.

Width110Height205Depth85mm(4.3 × 8.1 × 3.3 in)2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Speaker row: height 205 mm, length 110 mm, depth 85 mm. The retail box row is excluded. The US product page names the 85 mm axis width and the 110 mm axis length. The front face with the volume buttons is the 110 mm wide face, so 110 is stored as width.

WeightiSpeaker mass including its battery. Excludes packaging, charger and removable carry accessories unless the source states otherwise.

576g(1.3 lb)1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Tech specs: 576 g.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026576 g.

960g(2.1 lb)1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Dimensions table: 960 g (33.86 oz) for the speaker.2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Speaker 960 g (33.86 oz). The retail box weighs 1415 g.

Body materials

Pearl blasted anodised aluminium, Waterproof leather, Polymer1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Design table: pearl blasted anodized aluminium, waterproof leather, polymer.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Post-consumer recycled plastic, Recycled polyester fabric, Rubberized silicone1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026Plastic parts include a minimum of 58 percent certified post-consumer recycled plastic by weight, excluding the printed wiring assembly and packaging. Speaker fabric is 100 percent recycled polyester.6Reviewsoundguys.com/ultimate-ears-everboom-review-119681Read 15 October 2026Rubberized silicone top and bottom, soft fabric around the rest.

Certifications

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FCC IDs

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Other certifications

Cradle to Cradle Certified Bronze2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Cradle to Cradle Certified Bronze, described as the first such Bluetooth speaker.

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In the box

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In the box

Beosound A1 3rd Generation, Fabric USB-C to USB-C cable, 1.25 m, Quick Start Guide, Important Guide1Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026Included in the box: speaker, Quick Start Guide, fabric USB-C to USB-C cable 1.25 m. The product sheet also lists an Important Guide.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Beosound A1 3rd Generation, fabric USB-C to USB-C cable 1.25 m, Quick Start Guide, Important Guide.

Ultimate Ears EVERBOOM, Carabiner, Quick start guide (printed inside box)1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026US page package contents: speaker, carabiner, quick start guide printed inside the box. The page says the USB-C cable is not included, while the specification article and the Australian datasheet list a USB cable. The cable is left out because of the conflict.

Links

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Product page

www.bang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a11Maker product pagebang-olufsen.com/en/us/speakers/beosound-a1Read 13 October 2026

www.ultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetooth1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Maker product sheet dated 07.2025, three specification pages.

support.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOM2Maker product pagesupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067973831447-Specification-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026

Manual

assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/4qRzMR0nvbMq2i07hLLmQF/122da902243f9fd0dd4c359891bed4d3/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_userguide_web_all_06May_2025.pdf3Owner's manualassets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/4qRzMR0nvbMq2i07hLLmQF/122da902243f9fd0dd4c359891bed4d3/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_userguide_web_all_06May_2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Maker multilingual user guide, edition 2505. English sections read.

support.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067951753751-Getting-Started-UE-EVERBOOM3Owner's manualsupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/22067951753751-Getting-Started-UE-EVERBOOMRead 15 October 2026Official EVERBOOM online getting started article.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

2years2Maker spec sheet (PDF)assets.ctfassets.net/8cd2csgvqd3m/5QqyLqfEWOHVa4GIQgfn98/4ccdc14dddecd129a3bd796011f6f901/Beosound_A1_3rd_gen_Product_Sheet_EN_24_July2025.pdfRead 13 October 2026Beocare extends the limited warranty from 2 to 5 years by registering in the app, so the base warranty is 2 years.

2years1Maker product pageultimateears.com/en-us/shop/p/everboom-bluetoothRead 15 October 2026US page embedded specs: 2-Year Limited Hardware Warranty.

Both are also in the API. Back to all wireless speakers.