In 2019, Sonos introduced the Sonos Move, a portable Bluetooth speaker with premium sound and built-in Amazon Alexa. This Sonos battery-powered smart speaker was designed to be used indoors and outdoors. The speaker had a built-in Wi-Fi chip so you could connect it to your home Wi-Fi network and stream music from your favorite streaming services. Or you could take the speaker with you and play music from any device that supports Bluetooth. Now, the company has released the second generation of Sonos Move, the Move 2, which comes with an updated design, improved sound and battery life, and some new playback abilities.
Sonos Move 2 comes in three colorsSonos
The second-generation Sonos Move 2 is a unique Bluetooth speaker with many attractive features. Listed below are the features that set this portable smart speaker apart from other similar smart devices:
- Supercharged sound, now in stereo: Move 2 has a completely overhauled acoustic architecture, including dual-tweeters that deliver spacious stereo sound and crisp vocals, allowing you to feel the emotional charge of a live performance. Feel the beat from its precision-tuned woofer that produces deep, dynamic bass - even when listening outdoors.
- Customize your system: Concurrent Bluetooth and Wi-Fi capabilities allow for increased flexibility - stream via Bluetooth to a stereo pair of Move 2 speakers to expand your space or seamlessly group Move 2 with the rest of your Sonos system via Wi-Fi to crank your party up a notch.
- More power to you: Move 2 offers up to 24 hours of battery life - double the playback time of Move - with a USB-C port that can charge your phone or electronics on the go, making it the perfect companion to power weekend road trips or outdoor gatherings.
- Sustainably designed to outlast any adventure: Move 2 reduces idle energy usage by more than 40% and uses a removable and replaceable battery to extend its product life - all wrapped in a responsibly designed package that uses sustainably sourced content, zero virgin plastic and is curbside recyclable.
- The versatile sound you can move around: With its ultra-durable design and IP56 rating, Move 2 is built to withstand accidental drops, splashes, rain, dirt, and sun. With automatic Trueplay tuning, Move 2 continually optimizes the sound for its surroundings, so you’ll always get the best listening experience no matter where life takes you.
- Elevated design and controls: Move 2 is available in Olive to complement neutral indoor and outdoor aesthetics and Black and White to blend seamlessly with other Sonos products. Move 2 features the same new intuitive user interface as the recently launched Era products, including a capacitive volume slider for simple control, or use Sonos Voice Control, Amazon Alexa, the Sonos app, Apple AirPlay2, and Bluetooth to play, pause, check your battery, and more. Move 2 also features a new switch on the back of the speaker to disconnect power to the microphones.
- Connect to all your favorite content: Stream audio using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, and unlock new listening possibilities by connecting your turntable, computer, or other audio source using the Sonos Line-In Adapter.
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new Sonos Move 2 comes with an IP56 weatherproof rating. This means you can take the speaker outside to play. It will withstand rain, snow, dust, wind, and more. However, it is not waterproof, so be careful using the Move 2 around a pool or the water.
Sonos Move 2 Portable Bluetooth SpeakerSonos
What is the difference between Move and Move 2 speakers?
When comparing these two speakers, we found some similarities and significant differences. As for the similarities, both speakers have an IP56 rating, work on Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connections, are voice-enabled, have automatic Trueplay, and have a replaceable battery. As for the differences, we found the following:
- Pricing: The Move 2 ($449) costs $50 more than the Move ($399).
- Improved sound: The Sonos Move 2 has a second tweeter, which provides a more spacious and immersive soundstage. It also has a new bass reflex port that improves bass response.
- Stereo versus Mono: The Sonos Move 2 is a stereo speaker and the Sonos Move broadcasts in Mono.
- Longer battery life: The Sonos Move 2 can last up to 24 hours on a single charge, which is double the battery life of the original Sonos Move (11 hours).
- New playback abilities: The Sonos Move 2 can now be used as a Bluetooth speaker, so you can play music from any device that supports Bluetooth 5.0. It can also be used as a speakerphone for making and receiving calls. And the Move 2 can work on a Wi-Fi 6 wireless connection.
- New design: The Sonos Move 2 has a new, more durable design that is weather-resistant and can withstand dust, humidity, and sun. It also has a built-in handle for easy carrying.
Overall, the Sonos Move 2 is a significant upgrade over the original Sonos Move. t has better sound quality, longer battery life, and new playback abilities. If you are looking for a high-quality, portable smart speaker, the Sonos Move 2 is a great option.
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