A portable speaker is a thing that costs affordable money, takes up little space, plays music anywhere and anytime. All this is absolutely true for a very fresh speakers Xiaomi Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker, which we will review immediately.
In general, portable Bluetooth acoustics is a category of gadgets that has long been set on edge. Now there are thousands, if not tens of thousands, of them on the market. There are also an incredible number of noname crafts.
As soon as the manufacturers of these devices are not perverted. Speakers are black, white, green, round, square, in the form of hares and cubs, waterproof, heavy, weightless, awkward - in general, whatever your heart desires. Almost any Chinese factory can release a product line ready to conquer the market tomorrow. Components are cheap, the process has been established for a long time - in general, do it, I don’t want to.
Xiaomi is not far behind, annually releasing two or three models of its own speakers. But unlike numerous competitors, they all have their own face. First of all, their gadgets are stylish, made in a minimalist design using quality materials. But one of the decisive factors is the price, traditionally low for Xiaomi products.
This also applies to our hero, which was announced relatively recently. Now the official price of Xiaomi Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker is $9.
Since none of us will be able to buy anything in the official store, it is worth looking towards third-party online sites. So, the column came to me from here. In this store, they ask for $ 13.68 for it, which, translated into Russian money, is now about 900 rubles. Pennies? Not that word! Especially considering the quality and capabilities of this baby.
The packaging from under the device is very small: 70.7 x 70.7 x 28 mm. At first, I did not even believe that they sent me exactly what I ordered. I thought they screwed up.
Unpacked, it turned out that inside is really portable acoustics, which are really miniature.
- dimensions: 52 x 52 x 25 mm
- weight 58 grams
The base of the case is made of metal, which is neatly painted in golden color. Also in nature there are two more colors: silver and dark gray.
I have a gold version - stylish, glamorous, perfect for my.
On the back side there is a large rubber plug, which is also a stand. The power button is closer to the top edge of the bottom. She is the only one here. Hold the button - the speaker turns on, hold again - turns off. The pairing process is very fast and hassle-free.
By the way, communication breaks almost never happen. My Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker disconnected from the smartphone on its own just a couple of times. I do not know why. In addition, for normal signal transmission, it is better not to put any obstacles in its path. The speaker will not play through the wall. From a distance further than 4-5 meters, too. By the way, 5 meters is the maximum working distance declared by the manufacturer. See, they didn't lie.
Specifications of Xiaomi Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker:
- power 2 W
- signal-to-noise ratio 53 dB
- Bluetooth 4.0
- supported profiles: A2DP, HSP/HFP
- noise canceling technology (CVC)
There is also a built-in microphone. Where it is located, I did not understand. Next to the Micro USB port is an LED (blinking red or blue), a loop on the side for attaching a strap. Most likely, the microphone was hidden under a metal mesh, somewhere near the speaker.
Since there is a microphone, then the gadget can be used as a wireless headset. Everything is just like that. Moreover, at the other end of the tube, the interlocutor can hear your speech perfectly, if you hold the speaker even at arm's length. It is worth moving a meter or further and it is no longer heard so well. Expected, quite good result.
Call management is very easy. When a call arrives on the smartphone, press the back button once - the call is accepted. Pressed again - hang up. Long press - rejects the call. Everything is simple and clear.
The only inconvenience is the following. You listen, for example, to music from a smartphone through a speaker. At this point, a call comes in. I would like to speak through the microphone of the phone. And at this moment, turning off Mi Speaker will not work. LeEco, for example, does not allow you to go to the Bluetooth settings. You have to talk on the speakerphone through the speaker.
The top side is very similar to a shower strainer. I think if the column ever breaks, it can be disassembled and the body used as a watering can for a yogurt bottle. You can water the flowers, for example, or bathe the hamster. This is some free helpful advice.
Let's move on to the main function of the gadget. The sound quality is quite good. The average volume is enough to fill an average-sized room with sound. At the same time, communication, most likely, will not be comfortable. Setting the volume to one third is another matter.
The speaker is surprisingly loud. At maximum volume, groaning, whistling and other "joys" come out. It is better to set the volume to 80-90%. The music will still play loudly, but extraneous noises will go away.
If you put the speaker on some hollow wooden surface, then it will begin to transmit low-frequency vibrations to the piece of wood. However, I still can’t call it basses. They are only indicated here, but in fact they are not. Do not forget about the size of the speaker and its cost.
In general, you should not expect impressive sound quality from acoustics of such a tiny size. The speaker will perfectly fit in the court where it is absolutely impossible to listen to music through something more or less serious. I would advise audiophiles to pass by. May their ears not be defiled.
Personally, I like high-quality sound, but still I consider myself more of an ordinary person. And I'm completely satisfied with the sound quality. But even more I like the dimensions of the column. It is really very small, weighs almost nothing and you can always take it with you. Neither in a bag, nor even more so in a backpack, it will not drag.
And besides, there is a small loop on the side circumference, where you can thread a string and conveniently fasten the acoustics on jeans, on a bicycle - and generally anywhere.
The battery life varies greatly from the set volume. For example, at the maximum, my column lasted 2 hours and 17 minutes. After that, endless disconnections began to occur, which means it's time to charge. By the way, this can be done both from a computer and from a conventional charger with an output of 1 ampere. In the latter case, up to 100 percent of the gadget is charged in 1 hour and 50 minutes.
If you set the volume to an average value (50-60%), then you will have to try hard to put the built-in battery (300 mAh, by the way). In this position, the gadget played for me for 12 hours and 20 minutes. It is clear that such autonomy is through the roof.
We are coming to an end, and therefore we list the positive and negative sides of the device:
- very competitive price
- stylish, high-quality body
- tiny dimensions
- almost imperceptible weight
- good sound quality
- good autonomy
- no cable connection (3.5 mm<->3.5mm)
- wheezing at 100% volume
I did not attribute the lack of a Micro USB cable in the kit to the minuses. Nevertheless, each of us has one or two such wires through which our gadget can also be charged.
And once again: for such a price, the column can be forgiven for anything. And if for some Xiaomi Mi Portable Bluetooth Speaker this is still a big compromise, then look again at its design, evaluate the quality of the case and assembly as a whole, well, the price, comrades, the price!
In general, if you don’t need such a gadget yourself, then you can still buy it and give it to someone. Still, our country is full of different holidays (March 8, February 23, New Year, Bastille Day, and so on) and it doesn’t hurt to be ready for them in advance.
Already on sale (online) Price: $13.68 The material was prepared with the support of the online store Gearbest.com
Hi all.
The column is available in 3 colors: silver, gold and black. Since the boy will use the column, I opted for gray (if it doesn’t matter to you, then gold can be found for a few dollars cheaper). The parcel was sent with a full track, so information about its movement from China to Belarus is available at the link.
The column is supplied in the original factory packaging, which is a cardboard box. At the time of receipt, it is in a polyethylene package, sealed on all sides. Like the rest of the packaging from Xiaomi, the box does not have a colorful design and an abundance of information. For example, on the lid, apart from the manufacturer's logo, there is nothing: 
Brief information about the object inside is printed on one of the side faces. True, the language here is Chinese. So little is clear at first glance: 
Opening the cover, you can examine the scope of delivery. And here it is simple and uncomplicated: a column, and instructions in Chinese. Not even a charging cable. Xiaomi saved in full. 
But before proceeding to a direct review of the column, I think it would not be superfluous to acquaint you with its characteristics (a free translation from Google, but the essence is clear):
DESCRIPTION:
This is a super portable Bluetooth V4.0 round design that makes it easy to hear whatever is playing anywhere. 2W, which produces sound louder than a normal speaker, giving you an extraordinary sound experience. The CVC6.0 noise reduction system is suitable for office, home, outdoor or party use.
Main characteristics:
1. Bluetooth V4.0 technology, compatible with most Bluetooth-enabled devices, including iPhone 7 Plus, 7, 6S Plus, 6S, 6, 6 Plus, Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, S6, etc.
2. Powerful connection range can be up to 5 meters in open area.
3. Built-in microphone for hands-free calling.
4. With a rechargeable lithium battery that provides 4 hours of continuous playback.
5. Support song switch, volume control via your Bluetooth device.
6. Beautifully crafted with aluminum alloy body. The Xiaomi Bluetooth speaker is strong and durable.
As with other Xiaomi products, there are no complaints about the workmanship. Everything looks very nice, and from all sides. The aluminum case is qualitatively processed and covered either with paint or spraying. Due to the use of this material, you can not be afraid of the safety of the column even after a fall. Inside, nothing dangles, does not knock, does not roll. 
The column diameter is 5.2 centimeters and the maximum height is 2.5 centimeters. Weight about 60 grams. When I saw it for the first time, I had a logical question about how it would sound. The dimensions seem too small.
The base of the column (back side) is rubber. It has a bunch of inscriptions in Chinese, a connector for connecting a charging cable, an on / off button, holes behind which are an information diode and a microphone. 
The rubber prevents the speaker from sliding on the surface and prevents it from "rattling" during sound. But at the same time, it perfectly transmits vibrations from the speaker located inside the speaker to the table. The indicator can glow red and blue: they flash alternately while searching for a device, blue flashes after connection, and red glows during charging. 
There are holes on the side of the case for attaching a cord, so you can wear the speaker even around your neck, even on a bag :) 
The column does not have any buttons (volume control, switching tracks, etc.), all playback audio is controlled from a smartphone or tablet. In addition, the column does not support memory cards, there is no radio in it either. In my opinion, these are its main shortcomings.
Now a little about the charging time and battery capacity. At the time of receipt, the battery was about 50% charged. Hoping to discharge it quickly, the column was launched and played for about 2 hours. Unfortunately, during this time nothing happened and the battery charge indicator displayed on the smartphone screen did not move much. So at the time of connection to charging, the battery in the column was not completely discharged: 
Charging began with a current of 0.35A, which gradually decreased. The whole process took about 45 minutes. After this time, 305 mAh was “poured” into the column. So there is no doubt that the actual battery capacity corresponds to the declared one and is 480 mAh. 
There were no problems with the process of connecting the speaker to the phone. Everything went great the first time. 
Now about the most important and interesting - sound quality. When ordering a column, I was sure that it would play perfectly. Seeing her live, my confidence has lost ground a bit. But after I turned it on, everything fell into place. Despite the fact that the dimensions of the speaker are more than compact, it sounds great. At maximum volume, nothing wheezes, does not crack (but this is when listening to pop :)). It sounds much louder than a phone and certainly not quieter than bulkier speakers from other manufacturers. And on the table on which the speaker lay, vibration from low-frequency sounds was even transmitted, which no one expected.
Summing up everything that was written here, I will say that I personally liked the purchase. It is well-made, has a low price and, most importantly, it sounds great for its size. I hope its future owner will also like it (even though it does not have a radio and support for memory cards).
That's all. Thank you for your attention and your time.
I plan to buy +4 Add to favorites Liked the review +11 +22Interaction with a smart home is one of the priority areas for all systems of this kind. Is it possible to call a house smart if to turn on the light you need to get a smartphone, go to the application and activate the lighting there? In order for the house to become smart, you need to learn how to communicate with it, and if it knows how to notify you, then it is not yet possible to listen to you and execute commands.
But progress does not stand still and the solution to this issue was implemented in the Xiaomi Mi AI Speaker smart speaker!
The column is delivered in a nice box, which contains various useful information (alas, but only in Chinese):
Let's take a look inside:
Xiaomi devices come in the same design concept, so the column is very reminiscent of a small air purifier. The box itself and the power supply are included. Since it does not have a built-in battery, it can only work from the mains. And of course the power supply plug of the Chinese format.
The touch control unit is located on the top of the column. Also there are 6 microphones:
In the center is the Play button, which controls playback. On the sides are buttons for rewinding or switching the audio track. At the top is a button to turn the microphone on and off. And below is the skip playlist button.
The circular notch is a touch sensitive volume control, quite sensitive to touch.
Along the edges of the column is an LED ring, the color of which changes depending on the current state.
Characteristics of Mi AI Speaker
| Manufacturer | Mi |
| Model | MDZ-25-DA |
| Housing material | White matte plastic |
| Dimensions | 210mm x 88mm x 88mm |
| Communication modules | Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz \ 5 GHz; Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Frequency range | 60Hz - 15000Hz (-6dB) |
| speaker | 57 mm 82 dB/m/W |
| CPU | 64-bit Cortex A53 with four cores 1.2 Ghz |
| Additionally | Omnidirectional array of 6 microphones |
Mi Ai Speaker sound
Since sound reproduction is not the main purpose of the device, the speaker's capabilities are curtailed. For example, there is no AUX jack and AirPlay is not supported. Audio can be played via Bluetooth connection and Internet radio. DLNA technology is also supported.
Inside the speaker are 2 speakers 60Hz - 18KHz allowing you to give out a sound of 82 dB. Below is a passive radiator that acts as a subwoofer.
The speaker sounds quite good, the bass is felt. It will not work to go deaf, but to fill the room with music is quite. Do not forget that the sound in this column is not the main thing.
App for Xiaomi AI Speaker
If you are trying to add a speaker to MiHome in the usual way, then most likely nothing will work for you (at least at the testing stage). To control the smart speaker, a special Mi AI application is used. Traditionally, the only available language is Chinese. But this is not a reason to be upset, keep the translated application, version 1.2.7 (for Android). For iOS, the app can be downloaded here:
As with all Xiaomi applications, you can use your Mi account data (similarly with MiHome). After authorization, we are offered to add a column:
For some reason, the first time I could not connect the column, an error was generated:
But since I did not have any network barriers, I pressed the "Retry" button and the speaker connected normally. Next, the application asks for information about your preferences:
I don’t know about you, but I liked the guy in the striped sweater. But despite this, I skipped these settings, I'm cool with Chinese music. This completes the initial column setup:
But do not believe everything that is written, if you say "Mi Ai", nothing will happen. But more on that later, but for now let's look at the tabs of the application:
First tab: Internet radio. Mostly there are Chinese artists, but there are also tracks from major Western bands. I failed to find Russian-speaking performers.
Second tab: Smart home control. One of the main purposes of the speaker is voice control of smart devices. This is where the pairing of Mi Ai and MiHome applications is configured, although not the first time. When you clicked the "Mi Ai Speaker Authorization" button, the application constantly complained about the lack of MiHome And only after 5 attempts, with restarting all applications, the pairing was established. Next, the application requested access to devices:
After adding permissions, the tab displays managed devices and voice control commands:
Now let's see how to communicate with the column.
Xiaomi smart home voice control
One of the main purposes of Mi AI Speaker is smart home voice control. Similar to Google and its "Ok google", the control is activated by a passphrase: 小爱同学. If suddenly someone does not speak Chinese, then insert the phrase into the translator with the playback function. The translator's voice recognizes with a bang, but my pronunciation is clearly alien to her.
But it’s not enough to activate voice control, then you need to name the action and the name of the device (of course, everything is in Chinese). If you decide to actively use Chinese, then it is better to change the name of smart devices to a numerical value, for a simpler pronunciation. The complete command will look something like this:
小爱同学 打开开关 五
Which turns on the Aqara switch, which is called "5". I myself felt stupid when I tried to repeat this phrase after the translator, which, unfortunately, I did not succeed. A logical question arises:
Will there be support for other languages in the Mi Ai Speaker?
Despite the fact that the column came out about a year ago, it is still in the testing phase. There is no official information at the moment. But I would not particularly hope for an early release of multilingualism. Most likely there will be support for the English language, at the moment the Amazon Echo assistant with the Alexa voice assistant is expected to go on sale.
Let's return to our column, or rather to the 3rd tab of the application: Tools. There are collected useful commands that the column can process, you can find out about the weather, set an alarm or find out about traffic jams, etc. All this is of course interesting if you live in China. With ignorance of the language, this tab is useless.
Well, the fourth tab: Profile. Change Wi-Fi or Bluetooth settings, install updates, and more.
For 3780 rubles. Or order in China with or .
And then it will be seen, they will add at least English - it will be great. Or maybe someone will screw Alice from Yandex? Unlikely, but also possible. The development of voice control systems is actively developing, and it is quite logical that home automation systems will completely switch to it in the coming years. We will follow the developments, and thank you for reading, until we meet again.
Hello friends! Today we will talk about the Xiaomi bluetooth speaker. I bought it together with a headset of the same company, a review of which you can see here:
However, she came a little later) So I decided to “survey” her, so to speak. In short: I liked the device. Details under the cut
When choosing a bluetooth speaker, first of all I looked at the appearance, and then I thought about the sound quality and price. I immediately liked this column: it looks solid, it is inexpensive, and the company is well-known. There is also a rectangular Xiaomi bluetooth speaker. But I like the rectangular design much less (IMHO).
I placed an order and paid for everything on August 24th. Today is October 1st, and I received the parcel 5 days ago. Exactly a month went ... not very quickly.
Screenshot from personal account. 
The packaging is standard for Xiaomi: a cardboard box. 
And inside, the column is modestly waiting for extraction. 
Comes with USB cable and instruction manual.
Specifications:
Power 3W
Bluetooth 4.0, range up to 10 meters
Operating time 12 hours at base volume
Power supply 5v, 1A
Dimensions 12.5CM*12.5CM*5CM
Weight 250 grams
Housing material Metal
And so weighty 
The case is made of metal, pleasantly cools the hand. The silver bezel looks classy. There is also a glowing ring at the bottom. Flashes blue and red. When turned on, connected to a smartphone, and even during operation, it blinks. 
Speaker one, directed upwards and closed from the outside with a protective metal mesh 
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On the body you will not find a single button and there really are none. All buttons are located at the bottom, they are also legs in combination. There is an on / off button and also two buttons for switching tracks or changing the sound volume. I pressed the column from above and the track changed) A short press on the buttons switches tracks, and a long press changes the volume. The decision is controversial, but the original for sure. If the column will stand on a flat hard surface, then there is no problem) 
So, when turned on, the speaker starts flashing blue and red alternately and is ready for pairing. The connection with the phone is without problems, very quickly. After pairing, the backlight turns blue and flashes slowly. 
The speaker can also be used as a hands-free headset, for this it has a microphone.
Sound
I really liked the sound of the speaker. Loud and at the same time does not hit the ears, the music is evenly dispersed in space. The bass is so deep, I did not expect from a speaker of this size. There were no wheezing, backgrounds on all the tracks that I reproduced. The sound is well balanced, both high and low frequencies are audible. Bluetooth range up to 10 meters, stable reception.
autonomy
The speaker was not charged to the maximum and worked for 10 hours in playback mode! The volume changed periodically, sometimes by 80% when a favorite track was playing, sometimes by 50-60%. The manufacturer claims 12 hours of playback. I have no doubt that with a full charge of the battery, it would have withstood so much, and maybe more.
Summarize
Pros:
1) Design
2) Sound quality
3) Battery life
4) Ability to use as a headset
I honestly don't see any major downsides. Is that the location of the buttons may not be to everyone's liking. And also Aux could add the ability to insert a memory card into the device.
That's all. Thank you!
I plan to buy +15 Add to favorites Liked the review +5 +22The Xiaomi brand has a huge worldwide popularity. Today, the products of this Chinese manufacturer are present in almost every industry and field, while technological advances are accurately implemented in each of the products. Along with all areas, the brand is especially active in acoustic installations and devices. Xiaomi playback equipment is highly valued by specialists and music lovers for its sound transmission accuracy, high quality, adaptability of settings, the ability to work with mobile gadgets, excellent power, and portability.
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