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Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speaker III (pictures)

The company's original portable wireless Bluetooth speaker gets a revamped design, better sound, and battery life.

David Carnoy

Executive Editor David Carnoy has been a leading member of CNET's Reviews team since 2000. He covers the gamut of gadgets and is a notable reviewer of mobile accessories and portable audio products, including headphones and speakers. He's also an e-reader and e-publishing expert as well as the author of the novels Knife Music, The Big Exit and Lucidity. All the titles are available as Kindle, iBooks, Kobo e-books and audiobooks.

David Carnoy

Feb. 17, 2014 6:06 a.m. PT

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Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speaker III

The third generation of Bose's popular $300 portable Bluetooth speaker features a new design, improved sound, and significantly better battery life (14 hours). Previous version offered only up to 8 hours.

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Optional covers

The previous model included an integrated cover that folded into a stand. With the new model, you can buy optional protective covers for $34.95 (they come in multiple colors).

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