LG has just debuted two new products from its xboom lineup of audio products. The models include the new xboom by will.i.am Speakers and xboom Buds. As the name suggests, the brand is collaborating with the renowned pop artist will.i.am to announce this lineup.
LG xboom by will.i.am Speakers
Ahead of the CES 2025 event, LG unveiled the xboom by will.i.am, which is a new line of audio products. The first of the lot is the xboom speakers, which brings audio tuned by will.i.am and also features LG’s signature Xboom sound. The lineup of speakers includes multiple models like the xboom Bounce, Grab, and Stage 301. These bring innovative features that are powered by AI.
The first is AI Sound which can analyze audio tracks and seamlessly switch between sound profiles to accentuate the melody, rhythm, or vocals. Thanks to AI Lighting, the speakers’ house bar lights that pulse in multicolored sync with audio playing. AI Calibration lets the speakers recognise the surrounding environment to tune the audio. The xboom Bounce is a portable model that features top firing passive radiators, dual tweeters, a woofer, and an IP67 rating for water and dust resistance.
On a single full charging, it can last for up to 30 hours. Meanwhile, the xboom Grab is a slightly cutdown version of the Bounce and is basically a travel friendly Bluetooth speakers. Despite its compact size, LG managed to pack dual passive radiators for a more dynamic bass. Once again you get IP67 rating but with military grade rating on its body. These speakers can also last for up to 20 hours.
Lastly, there is the xboom Stage 301 party speaker that is perfect for parties or other social gatherings. It has a 6.5-inch woofer and dual 2.5-inch midrange drivers. There is also IPX4 water resistance, and a replaceable battery, which can offer up to 11 hours of battery life. This variant is more in line with LG’s 2023 line of XBOOM XL7S & XL5S portable party speakers.
xboom Buds
Alongside these Bluetooth speakers, the South Korean brand also announced the xboom Buds. It is a pair of in-ear truly wireless earbuds with a hook design for a better fit in your ear. LG’s new xboom Buds houses graphene drivers along with Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and support for LE Audio Auracast.
The last feature allows users to listen to open audio streams in public as well as access to multi device connectivity support. On a single full charge, the LG xboom Buds offer up to 30 hours of audio playback. For physically active users, the earbuds offer an IPX4 rating for water and dust resistance.
Availability
LG has yet to confirm the pricing and availability of these new audio products. However, we can expect the hearables to debut later this year. The brand will showcase the xboom by will.i.am series at CES 2025, which kicks off on 9th January 2025.
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