Get ready to take your music anywhere, truly anywhere. Anker’s audio brand, Soundcore, just unveiled the Boom 3i, a new wireless Bluetooth speaker that’s built like a tank and designed to thrive in the most challenging environments – like your next beach day or pool party. This isn’t just another portable speaker; it’s engineered to survive splashes, spills, dust, and even take a dip in saltwater.
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The Soundcore Boom 3i packs serious durability features, including top-tier waterproofing and a special coating to fight off corrosion. But the real surprise? It floats and keeps playing music while it does. Let’s dive into what makes this speaker stand out.
Built for the Great Outdoors (and Wet Ones)
The first thing you need to know about the Boom 3i is that it laughs in the face of water. It boasts an IP68 rating, which is tech talk for “completely protected against dust and capable of being submerged in water.” So, accidental drops in the pool or getting buried in beach sand? No problem.
But Anker goes a step further for coastal adventures. The Boom 3i features an extra protective coating specifically designed to resist saltwater corrosion. Anker claims this protection lasts for up to two years, even if the speaker is exposed to or dunked in salty ocean water. This is a big deal for anyone who loves the beach or lives near the coast.
Anker's Boom 3i wireless speaker floating in a lake with trees and hills in the background.
Here’s where it gets really clever: the Boom 3i is designed to float upright. This isn’t just to make it easy to grab if it falls in; its speakers are positioned so they keep playing music clearly even while bobbing on the surface of a pool or lake. Imagine your music floating right there with you! If you’re in moving water, you might want to use the detachable strap to tie it to something stable, but for chill water hangs, it’s perfectly at home.
More Than Just Toughness: Smart Features
Durability makes the Boom 3i easy to clean – just rinse it off! But what about stubborn sand or dirt stuck in the speaker grill? Soundcore thought of that too. The speaker has a special Buzz Clean mode that vibrates intensely, helping to shake off grit and grime.
Beyond cleanliness, the Boom 3i includes features you wouldn’t expect on a rugged speaker. It can blast an emergency alarm at a powerful 96 decibels if you ever find yourself in a tricky situation. Plus, you can turn it into a megaphone using the Soundcore mobile app and your phone’s microphone. These unique additions add a layer of practicality that goes beyond just entertainment.
Anker's Boom 3i speaker sits on a rock near water at dusk, with its glowing blue LED lights visible on both ends.
Like many modern portable speakers, the Boom 3i also features integrated LED lights on both ends. These can pulse and sync with your music, or simply provide ambient lighting for your evening gathering. While fun, remember that using features like the lights and max volume will impact battery life.
Sound, Battery, and Availability
Speaking of battery, Anker rates the Boom 3i for up to 16 hours of playtime at 50 percent volume with extra features like boosted bass and the LED lights turned off. That’s solid for a day out, though if absolute longest battery life is your top priority in a speaker, there are likely other options that might edge it out. [Link to our guide on portable Bluetooth speakers].
However, few speakers offer the unique combination of extreme water resistance, floating capability, and clever features like Buzz Clean and the emergency functions that the Boom 3i does. It seems designed for those who prioritize worry-free adventures over squeezing out every last minute of battery.
Currently, the Soundcore Boom 3i is available for purchase through Soundcore’s Canadian website for $189.99 CAD, which is roughly $139 USD. It hasn’t appeared on the US version of the site yet, but it’s expected to roll out to more markets soon.
For anyone who loves spending time by, on, or even in the water, the Anker Soundcore Boom 3i looks like a compelling new option that promises durability and unique features to keep the music playing no matter the conditions.
