Ugreen has released a new portable Bluetooth speaker in China called the M3. It is currently listed on the retailer JD.com for 249 yuan ($36) and is designed primarily for outdoor use. While it shares a lot of similarities with other rugged speakers on the market, it includes a specific feature to deal with getting wet: a water drainage system that uses sound to clear out the grille.

Ugreen M3 Speaker Specifications

If the speaker gets splashed by a pool or left out in light rain, you can open Ugreen’s companion app and turn on a dedicated drainage mode. The speaker will then generate high-frequency vibrations, up to 400 times per minute, to physically push trapped water out of the hardware. It is a practical approach to water exposure, working alongside the device’s standard IP66 rating for dust and water resistance.

Physically, the M3 weighs 653 grams, which is light enough to throw in a backpack for camping or a beach trip. It comes in two colors, Starry Black and Champagne Gold, and includes a hidden RGB light strip at the bottom. The lights can be set to solid colors, a breathing effect, or synced to your music. There is also an SOS mode that flashes the lights and plays a warning sound in case of an emergency.

For audio, the M3 uses a 20W triple-driver setup. This includes specific drivers for high and mid-low frequencies, plus a passive radiator to handle the bass. Ugreen says it uses digital signal processing (DSP) and its own bass enhancement software to keep the low-end frequencies audible even when you have the volume turned down. The company says the speaker can reach a sound pressure level of 105dB.

On the connectivity side, the speaker supports Bluetooth 6.0 and LE Audio. It also supports Auracast, meaning you can sync the audio with over 100 compatible devices, or you can just pair two M3 speakers together for standard left-and-right stereo sound.

The speaker runs on a 2,500mAh battery. Ugreen estimates it will last up to 20 hours on a single charge, provided you keep the volume at a moderate level and leave the RGB lighting turned off. It charges via a standard USB-C port. It also features a built-in microphone for phone calls and voice chats.

In related news, Ugreen recently launched a 160W GaN fast charger with five ports and a smart display, alongside a new 45W 10,000mAh power bank featuring a built-in cable and integrated smart screen.

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Edifier has announced a new desktop speaker, the S260, which goes on sale in China today for 1,059 yuan (roughly $156). The pitch here is pretty straightforward: it’s a speaker that looks like a piece of vintage hi-fi equipment but includes current wireless standards like AirPlay 2 and LDAC support.

Edifier S260 Speaker Specifications

Physically, the S260 leans heavily into an older aesthetic. The cabinet is made from medium-density fiberboard (MDF) to help reduce acoustic resonance, paired with an 18mm thick front baffle and a woven grille.

On top, there is a CNC-machined aluminum control panel that includes physical mechanical toggle switches and metal knobs for adjusting volume and playback. It’s a fairly heavy unit, weighing in at 4.07kg (about 9 pounds). You can get it in three colors: Black Walnut, Pearl White, and Warm Brown.

Inside the cabinet, the hardware is standard for a modern desktop setup. It uses a 4-inch aluminum diaphragm mid-bass driver alongside two 25-core titanium dome tweeters. According to Edifier, the tweeters can push high frequencies up to 40kHz, while the woofer handles bass down to 50Hz.

The system is powered by dual Texas Instruments TAS5805 digital amplifiers. It outputs 65W RMS, with a peak power of 130W. Edifier also claims a low distortion level of 0.03% and a signal-to-noise ratio of 107dB(A), with audio processing handled by a built-in DSP chip.

The connectivity options are where the speaker becomes more practical for everyday use. It has both Hi-Res Audio and Hi-Res Audio Wireless certifications. It supports the LDAC codec, allowing for higher-resolution streaming over Bluetooth (up to 990kbps).

It also includes Apple AirPlay 2 support over 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi, which is useful if you want to stream audio directly from an iPhone or Mac. The Bluetooth 5.4 connection supports dual-device pairing, so you can keep a phone and a computer connected at the same time and switch between them.

If you prefer to plug things in, the S260 has an AUX analog input and a USB sound card input, making it easy to connect to a PC or a turntable. It also comes with a small remote control and works with Edifier’s mobile app, where you can adjust the EQ, switch inputs, and update the firmware.

In related news, GOBOULT has recently unveiled new Mustang series speakers with Marshall-inspired styling at affordable prices, while Portronics has introduced the Strings smart speaker with a built-in alarm clock and wireless charging support.

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