Main features: - Offers easy connection with AUX port devices; compared to the first generation, the signal is more stable, the compatibility is better and the power consumption is lower. - Built-in microphone, you can answer or reject your phone call by pressing the speaker's power button; adopts CVC hardware noise-reduction and offers high definition sound quality; suitable for Xiaomi phones and other Android or iOS smartphones. - Exquisite outlook design makes it a good partner during your leisure time. - Portable and lightweight, great for taking outside with you. - Built-in 1200mAh lithium polymer battery, beautiful music accompany with you for 10 hours ( variable as volume changes ). Specification Primary Features Brand: Xiaomi Design: Mini,Portable Compatible with: iPhone,iPod,Laptop,Mobile phone,MP3,MP4,MP5,PC,Tablet PC Supports: Bluetooth,Hands-free Calls,Microphone Connection: Wireless Interface: AUX,Micro USB Audio Source: Bluetooth Enabled Devices,E
Latest comments (29)
shockwaver13
26 Jul 17#29
Gen 1 has no aux input. It cannot be used while on charge either.
The gen 1 does not have a mic built in so cant be used for skype/calls and doesnt have volume buttons. The newer model is also using latest bluetooth technology so range/reliability data transfer is better.
shockwaver13
24 Jul 17#1
This is the Gen 2 speaker which is far superior to the Gen 1 which is also on sale.
Xiaomi addressed all of the faults and complaints of gen 1 with this speaker.
hi what were the faults and complaints for the gen 1?
rushofoxygen to shockwaver13
26 Jul 17#28
What issues has it resolved? I must have Gen 1 but I haven't noticed any issues per sei
shockwaver13
26 Jul 17#27
The flash sale ended.. But it appears there was still stock so it has started again for 6 days. Just checked and gone through checkout process and its still showing as £19.30?
se23
26 Jul 17#26
The price was at £19.30 but when I put the item in basket it went up. I had to use the app in the end and it let me purchase for £19.75.
peterkay11
26 Jul 17#25
Obviously you bought the gen 1 then?
jazzuk777
26 Jul 17#24
For ~£10 extra, hunt around for a Psychotic Monica on a deal...
se23
25 Jul 17#22
Ahhh it’s ok, I think flash sale has ended :disappointed:
OllieSt to se23
26 Jul 17#23
It's still available to me @ £19.30
se23
25 Jul 17#21
Mines coming up at £26...why?
shockwaver13
25 Jul 17#20
W_orbit I feel the same. All of the Xiaomi stuff I own is superb.. Lights.. earphones.. Fit band. Ive got the same setup with yeelights and echo dot and all of my pals now want the same setup having seen mine in action. Im looking forward to getting my speaker to integrate into my echo dot and will probably also use in the bathroom when using netflix on my tab (as the tab speakers aint great) looking at the reviews this is a 4.9/5 product so my expectations are high.
w_orbit
25 Jul 17#19
I've been impressed with all the Xiaomi kit I've bought especially at their price point.
The YeeLight strips and bulb controlled through Amazon Echo are great.
DannyBoy99
25 Jul 171#18
You're forgetting the changes that Bluetooth 4.1 introduces, for example better power management through improved connectivity, a feature some may value on portable devices. And I would argue the ability to charge and play is a definite benefit over the 1st gen, especially for people looking to use this indoors with an echo dot. Yes it's "1 third extra", but we're still only talking 5 quid. I get that you want the deal you posted for the gen 1 to get heat, but there's no need for the snarky attitude you're giving everyone who promotes this one instead.
rapid111111
24 Jul 171#17
Have had a good experience with Gearbest. They send tracked postage and all comes round fine.
The terrible one is Geekbuying.
darynquinn
24 Jul 17#16
Or you could argue that it's better to pay about 70p more with the box from a seller with excellent feedback and tracked postage safe with the Aliexpress protection that guarantees delivery and that you are happy with the item or you get a refund, plus £1.60 Quidco or save the 70p for untracked and unguaranteed postage from GearBest and awful customer service if it arrives faulty.
even cheaper here for the gen 2 (and cheaper still on the mobile app) and from a seller with feedback on this very item
shockwaver13
24 Jul 171#15
So it's about a pound cheaper if you want it from a person in China who has only ever had 9 orders and it doesn't come in a retail box? Personally I'd pay the extra for peace of mind.
darynquinn
24 Jul 17#14
Updated for you...
tommytbone1
24 Jul 172#13
Worth the extra £4 for the playback whilst charging capability... That will definitely be a limitation at some point with the gen1. Heat added
Cepultura
24 Jul 17#12
Its very subjective if its "not as good". Your adamant it is however.
It has the same internal speakers, same build, same battery capacity and play time, same size of the product. Those are the main things.
Microphone on it? Wouldn't use it, seriously, would you speak into this speaker if your out and about when your phone is right beside you? its probably an awful microphone.
Volume buttons on it? Defeats the purpose of being a speaker as why not just use phone instead of walking over to speaker all the time.
Aux in? Pointless when its a portable wireless speaker, why do you want wires?
Sure for a fiver extra it might be worth it if you use those features often but that fiver is a third of the price of the first gen.
shockwaver13
24 Jul 17#11
But you are listing the Gen1 speaker not the Gen2! And you will confuse some of the hukd community. The Gen2 is a superior product as previously explained. Almost like you are i tentionally trying to sabotage the advertised deal. If you can find the gen2 then please feel free to post the link but please stop linking the old model which obviouslg will be cheaper because its not as good.
darynquinn
24 Jul 171#10
And if you get a fake from Aliexpress, under their protection scheme, you can open a dispute, get a full refund and keep the item.
Done it myself on a fake watch I was sent
darynquinn
24 Jul 171#9
Original Xiaomi Speaker Wireless Portable Stereo Mini Bluetooth 4.0 Square Box Speakers Outdoor Subwoofer for Mobile Phones http://s.aliexpress.com/naY7v6ni (from AliExpress Android)
Mobile app deal to get the price
Bluetooth 4.2 doesnt improve the range vs 4.0. Please dont give incorrect information. All it does is increase transfer speeds slightly, which is not much benefit since Mp3s is low data. The other changes have no benefit here. Also bluetooth 5.0 is the latest.
shockwaver13
24 Jul 17#7
Gen 1 has no aux input. It cannot be used while on charge either.
The gen 1 does not has a mic built in so cant be used for skype/calls and doesnt have volume buttons. The newer model is also using latest bluetooth technology so range is better.
Gen 2 is worth the extra £4 in my opinion its an all around a better product
tom6195
24 Jul 17#5
ah no way i literally just bought a gen 1 like a month ago!
shockwaver13
24 Jul 171#4
Aliexpress deal is $28 which works out at £21.. Link is
So not as cheap.. Ive also used aliexpress twice and both times lI received replica items (including a Xiaomi mi band 2 which was unbelievably actually a dodgy fake of an already cheap chinese product) so personally I dont trust them.. Not sure what others have experienced... But so far 5 orders from gearbest and all were genuine.
darynquinn
24 Jul 17#2
Less than 15 quid delivered from Aliexpress for this one and was cheaper yesterday anyway from GB
Opening post
- Offers easy connection with AUX port devices; compared to the first generation, the signal is more stable, the compatibility is better and the power consumption is lower.
- Built-in microphone, you can answer or reject your phone call by pressing the speaker's power button; adopts CVC hardware noise-reduction and offers high definition sound quality; suitable for Xiaomi phones and other Android or iOS smartphones.
- Exquisite outlook design makes it a good partner during your leisure time.
- Portable and lightweight, great for taking outside with you.
- Built-in 1200mAh lithium polymer battery, beautiful music accompany with you for 10 hours ( variable as volume changes ).
Specification
Primary Features
Brand: Xiaomi
Design: Mini,Portable
Compatible with: iPhone,iPod,Laptop,Mobile phone,MP3,MP4,MP5,PC,Tablet PC
Supports: Bluetooth,Hands-free Calls,Microphone
Connection: Wireless
Interface: AUX,Micro USB
Audio Source: Bluetooth Enabled Devices,E
Latest comments (29)
The gen 1 does not have a mic built in so cant be used for skype/calls and doesnt have volume buttons. The newer model is also using latest bluetooth technology so range/reliability data transfer is better.
Xiaomi addressed all of the faults and complaints of gen 1 with this speaker.
Review
https://youtu.be/FYcLIBG2zd4
The YeeLight strips and bulb controlled through Amazon Echo are great.
The terrible one is Geekbuying.
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Original-Xiaomi-Square-Box-Speaker-2-Pencil-Box-Xiaomi-Bluetooth-4-2-Speaker-Stereo-Portable-High/32807849970.html?spm=2114.search0104.3.1.w7fgmE&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_3_10152_10065_10151_10068_10130_10209_10192_10190_10308_10301_10137_10303_10060_9999_10155_438_10154_10056_10055_10054_10059_100031_10099_10103_10102_10052_10053_10142_10107_10050_10051_10084_10083_10119_10080_10082_10081_10110_10111_10112_10113_10114_10179_10310_10182_10184_10078_10079_10210_10073_10120_5360020-9999_10120,searchweb201603_1,ppcSwitch_5&btsid=17707cb9-acbc-4201-b5ee-c3c0c375cace&algo_expid=9b25704c-51ef-4b45-8567-a14f4a3bafc9-0&algo_pvid=9b25704c-51ef-4b45-8567-a14f4a3bafc9
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Millet-square-box-with-Bluetooth-speakers/32817148978.html?spm=2114.search0104.3.176.upapAe&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_3_10152_10065_10151_10068_10130_10209_10192_10190_10308_10301_10137_10303_10060_10155_438_10154_10056_10055_10054_10059_100031_10099_10103_10102_10052_10053_10142_10107_10050_10051_9885_10084_10083_10119_10080_10082_10081_10110_10111_10112_10113_10114_10179_10310_10182_10184_10078_10079_10210_10073_10120_5360020-10050_10152_9885,searchweb201603_1,ppcSwitch_5&btsid=85b87cf5-a053-493d-9e7e-b148262c3be4&algo_expid=2761ffcb-1ada-47a1-bd8b-783edc78a2aa-21&algo_pvid=2761ffcb-1ada-47a1-bd8b-783edc78a2aa
even cheaper here for the gen 2 (and cheaper still on the mobile app) and from a seller with feedback on this very item
It has the same internal speakers, same build, same battery capacity and play time, same size of the product. Those are the main things.
Microphone on it? Wouldn't use it, seriously, would you speak into this speaker if your out and about when your phone is right beside you? its probably an awful microphone.
Volume buttons on it? Defeats the purpose of being a speaker as why not just use phone instead of walking over to speaker all the time.
Aux in? Pointless when its a portable wireless speaker, why do you want wires?
Sure for a fiver extra it might be worth it if you use those features often but that fiver is a third of the price of the first gen.
Done it myself on a fake watch I was sent
Mobile app deal to get the price
There are quite a few on there for less
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Original-Xiaomi-Mi-Bluetooth-Speaker-Portable-Wireless-Mini-Square-Box-Speaker-for-IPhone-and-Android-Phones/32594763262.html?
The gen 1 does not has a mic built in so cant be used for skype/calls and doesnt have volume buttons. The newer model is also using latest bluetooth technology so range is better.
Gen 2 is worth the extra £4 in my opinion its an all around a better product
https://m.aliexpress.com/s/item/32803828240.html?spm=a2g0n.search-cache.0.0.70bc08b9eeD8lu#autostay
So not as cheap.. Ive also used aliexpress twice and both times lI received replica items (including a Xiaomi mi band 2 which was unbelievably actually a dodgy fake of an already cheap chinese product) so personally I dont trust them.. Not sure what others have experienced... But so far 5 orders from gearbest and all were genuine.