X-mini Capsule Speaker
Juniper Foo | Aug 03, 2007
It's almost impossible not to be impressed by the pocket-size X-mini Capsule Speaker. Given that we've never successfully located good third-party USB speakers to hook up to our notebook, the X-mini comes as a very neat and portable solution. We were even more impressed when, in a demo, Singapore-based XM-I Company's Ryan Lee gave the device a sideways twist and the X-mini extended upwards, accordion-style. And it's this extendable vacuum that acts like a loudspeaker, allowing the mini device to boom out in a surprisingly loud, full-bodied volume. According to Lee, this uses a patented technology that mimics the resonance of a sub-woofer. An on-off switch also doubles as a two-step volume control. To keep the sound even and not drain the player's own batts, there're rechargeable batteries built-in, although we stumbled upon some very minor glitches during the charging process. Still, for a 50g David that can best the Goliath boomboxes out there, who's complaining?
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Price: S$49 (US$32)
Availability: Just launched in Singapore
Device: External speaker
Specs: Hooks up to any 3.5mm audio jack, built-in rechargeable batteries, retractable charging cable-USB plug, 50g, in black though a red version should be out soon
Talkback
Benjamin says...
around S$29 if I remember correctly...
Aug 03, 2007 22:44
around S$29 if I remember correctly...
Aug 03, 2007 22:44
hydrogencarbonate says...
I have jus gotten myself the X-mini Capsule Speaker! It sounds terrific! For a speaker that size, the sound quality and the volume jus amazes me! Their tag line "Sound Beyond Size" really is true!
Aug 06, 2007 11:14
I have jus gotten myself the X-mini Capsule Speaker! It sounds terrific! For a speaker that size, the sound quality and the volume jus amazes me! Their tag line "Sound Beyond Size" really is true!
Aug 06, 2007 11:14
apkapkapk says...
My friend told me he saw another speaker that looks just like the X-mini Capsule Speaker and it's probably the Hamburger that others are talking about. Comparing the 2, I'd say the X-mini is MUCH better. The volume distorts only very slight even when both the speaker and device are on full volume. I tried letting my friends hear it at Cafe Iguana with their music booming and all but they could still hear it. The music's clear and pretty much worth it. Hell I'd say it's pretty damn cheap for a speaker that's so small with great sound and literally owns all the other portable speakers out there. Don't waste time with the Hamburger, it's probably just a rip-off. The X-mini is really worth the money.
Aug 06, 2007 12:50
My friend told me he saw another speaker that looks just like the X-mini Capsule Speaker and it's probably the Hamburger that others are talking about. Comparing the 2, I'd say the X-mini is MUCH better. The volume distorts only very slight even when both the speaker and device are on full volume. I tried letting my friends hear it at Cafe Iguana with their music booming and all but they could still hear it. The music's clear and pretty much worth it. Hell I'd say it's pretty damn cheap for a speaker that's so small with great sound and literally owns all the other portable speakers out there. Don't waste time with the Hamburger, it's probably just a rip-off. The X-mini is really worth the money.
Aug 06, 2007 12:50
Headhunter says...
I currently own one of the X-mini and I must say this is really an excellent product. Small in size Loud in volume. With this mini…. I no longer need my build in speaker. Is definitely worth the money!
Aug 08, 2007 16:46
I currently own one of the X-mini and I must say this is really an excellent product. Small in size Loud in volume. With this mini…. I no longer need my build in speaker. Is definitely worth the money!
Aug 08, 2007 16:46
AnnieHo says...
Wa, just launched and already so many users and supporters. I think if dealers are still carrying the hamburgers after its sale quite a while so time back says so much about the product.
Aug 09, 2007 22:31
Wa, just launched and already so many users and supporters. I think if dealers are still carrying the hamburgers after its sale quite a while so time back says so much about the product.
Aug 09, 2007 22:31
sohzai says...
Hi all...me and my friend has been trying to find this speaker in Funan and Sim Lim for 2 days already, don't see it around at all. Only the hamburger is available in some shops. Can anyone enlighten me where/how can I buy one?
Aug 15, 2007 14:17
Hi all...me and my friend has been trying to find this speaker in Funan and Sim Lim for 2 days already, don't see it around at all. Only the hamburger is available in some shops. Can anyone enlighten me where/how can I buy one?
Aug 15, 2007 14:17
JuDgee says...
Yes, I want to know also where to get one. Shop name? Please!
Aug 18, 2007 10:00
Yes, I want to know also where to get one. Shop name? Please!
Aug 18, 2007 10:00
Corega says...
I brought two in Sim Lim Square 3 floor Farle Enterprise #03-75. Song Brother 1st & 2nd floor, Ideal Technologies in 6 floor also carry the stock which I saw it last saturday . In Funan Song Brother & Farle also carry which they have shop in there. Any way trying using two speaker on my PDA phone the sound was clear and loud.. Happy to have this x-mini Capsule Speaker.Those wanted to buy can go to this two location.
Aug 22, 2007 16:49
I brought two in Sim Lim Square 3 floor Farle Enterprise #03-75. Song Brother 1st & 2nd floor, Ideal Technologies in 6 floor also carry the stock which I saw it last saturday . In Funan Song Brother & Farle also carry which they have shop in there. Any way trying using two speaker on my PDA phone the sound was clear and loud.. Happy to have this x-mini Capsule Speaker.Those wanted to buy can go to this two location.
Aug 22, 2007 16:49
shaz says...
I saw the X-mini at Funan. The shop name is South Asia Computer on the 3rd floor. That place sells it for $32.90 only!! Compared to Song Brothers who are sellin at $49 and the guy still told me it's a promo price. *bleah* It's a good thing I decided to walk around first to look for these lil buggers. That's a $16 price difference!! wuuhOoo!
Oct 08, 2007 09:42
I saw the X-mini at Funan. The shop name is South Asia Computer on the 3rd floor. That place sells it for $32.90 only!! Compared to Song Brothers who are sellin at $49 and the guy still told me it's a promo price. *bleah* It's a good thing I decided to walk around first to look for these lil buggers. That's a $16 price difference!! wuuhOoo!
Oct 08, 2007 09:42
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Benjamin
Eh, I think a similar product Alpha2 Hamburger mini speaker is already being sold in some Sim Lim Square and Funan shops for around $29 only.
Aug 03, 2007 22:26
dylan11
I saw both the speaker at Sim Lim but I bought the X-mini instead. I think when you see and test it, you can see why the price difference. The Alpa2 also look and feel a lot cheaper. Like fake one. Go check it out!
Aug 06, 2007 11:51
hydrogencarbonate
mayb got fake one frm china already..haha..i have the real x-mini, love it! i would rather trust product of singapore anyway..
Aug 06, 2007 12:59