It looks like IKEA is expanding its line of Bluetooth speakers with the upcoming VAPPEBY 20×20 gen 3. This device has recently received Bluetooth certification, and a similarly named gadget, the VAPPEBY 20 gen 3, was listed for FCC certification last year. This suggests that the VAPPEBY 20×20 gen 3 is a new and improved version of the VAPPEBY 20 gen 3.
The design of the VAPPEBY 20×20 gen 3 appears to be similar to the IKEA ENEBY Bluetooth speaker. It is a square-shaped speaker with a built-in handle, making it easy to carry around. The device also has control buttons and a scroll wheel button to adjust the volume and play or pause music. The key difference between the ENEBY and the VAPPEBY 20×20 gen 3 seems to be the inclusion of the Spotify Tap playback feature. This feature allows you to resume playback or play music based on your taste with just the click of a button. This is a smart feature that makes it easy for you to control your music without having to pull out your phone.
Another smart feature of the VAPPEBY 20×20 gen 3 is the auto standby feature. After 20 minutes of inactivity, the device will automatically go into standby mode, conserving power and prolonging the battery life. The speakers in the device include a 3.2-inch (~81 mm) woofer and a 1-inch (~25 mm) soft dome tweeter. The amplifier output power of the device is 20 W, which should provide a decent level of volume and clarity.
The VAPPEBY 20×20 gen 3 appears to be powered by the IKEA ENEBY Battery pack. This battery pack should provide enough power for the speaker to last for up to 16 hours at 50% volume. The speaker will measure 199 x 199 x 80 mm (~8 x 8 x 3-in) and weigh 1.5 kg (~52.9 oz) without the battery pack. It is a compact and portable speaker that you can take with you wherever you go.
It is unclear when this new IKEA VAPPEBY 20 x 20 Bluetooth speaker will be launched, but it is likely to be soon based on the recent certifications. The price of the device is also unknown, but the latest product in this line, the VAPPEBY Bluetooth speaker lamp, was released last March and retailed for US$89.99. It is likely that the VAPPEBY 20×20 gen 3 will be priced similarly, but this is just speculation at this point.
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