Zooka Wireless Speaker for iPad and Bluetooth Devices (Dark grey)

I'm not big on writing products reviews do when I do, I am either truly impressed. This (Zooka) is an excellent sound enhancing option as speakers go. It's compact, easy to transport. Works exceptionally well when using 3.5 audio cable (reason I bought it for my iPad 2 and my elderly parent's android/Irulu tablet). I was sooooo impressed with its features: really blasts in sound power (improving the iPad audio system which sucks in sound volume). As well, it works great with the Irulu tablet, which has greater sound capacity than iPad, but, again not great either). This speaker's construction also holds any thin/slim equipment, has a good stand support and will not easily damage screens, etc enabling you to keep the speaker beside the tablet, laotop etc if not connected to the unit's frame. It even fits over some thin covers that we keep our tablets in. The silicon has a pleasant touch and the colors I have (pink, purple and grey) have depth/good pigments. After testing one to see if it would meet my needs (certain things I was looking for concerning my parent's ease of access and use and my own particulars, I bought 6 more to share with friends, family. Each person and their households have said the speakers are fantastic - and the sound generated can be heard in different areas within their houses. The battery charge is also exceptional - play time is approx 10 hrs plus...and lasts over several days when minimally used. Easy to sync with Bluetooth devices; charges well.I was delighted to find this product at such reasonable pricing ($12-$15), for the quality it provides. Having researched YouTube and the web concerning its utility and comments from other buyers I agree with the critical issue regarding this product - it does crackle/pop some when in Bluetooth mode and for that reason it isn't a good deal at its pricier offering, and there's just not enough 'stuff: bells and whistles' to pay more than $20 (sold initially for $89-99 when first introduced to market). As stated - when using a well made audio cable you get exceptional connectivity, clarity and sound (no popping/cracking). I bought a cheaper two-pack cable set and had to return it as soon as I plugged it into my iPad and Irulu units because it popped and crackled. I bought the Anchor's 3.5 cable - excellent construction, quality and is a superb cable also).So, if you are looking for utility, functionality, good sound quality from low to high registers, a real deal on pricing, options on connection to equipment, and nearly indestructible - than buy this first generation Zooka. If Carbon Audio comes out with a next generation I think this one will still be all I need. I have two for myself (1 is my back up, for trips, outings, when company visits). At present, there's no need for me to buy any more speakers (and I have 3 other brands that I tried and retired long before getting this Zooka!)

This is my 2nd Zooka. I absolutely love them. The Zooka is a kind of strange looking gadget which has a nice slot at the bottom intended to hold a tablet. A slot? Simple, but oh so useful. I took a Zooka and slid it over the top of a golf cart compartment edge. Fits perfectly, so now you can listen to all your favorite music while golfing or just putting around. It also has a little kickstand which you slide out and screw into the bottom of it to prop it up in case you don't feel like using the slot or just feel like setting it on top of a table.The Zooka has a nice rubberized coating so I'm not afraid of dropping it. It also seems to be pretty weather resistant as I have gotten it wet a few times without any issues. Beach tested approved for sure but I probably wouldn't swim in the ocean with it.Bluetooth pairing with a device is simple and flawless. It just requires a button press on the Zooka and accepting the pairing request on your device (whatever platform it may be, I paired it with an Android phone and an iPhone).Speakers are pretty powerful considering the size. I can hear it easily when 100 feet away from the speaker and even have to turn down the volume when listening to it so as not to annoy the neighbors when I'm outside working while jamming to my tunes.Battery life is very very good. It uses a standard usb charger, which we all have plenty of. How long does the charge last? I'm not sure. I have listened to it for hours and have never had it go dead. When I put it away, I just plug it in and it is ready for the next day.In short, get yourself a Zooka, try different colors, mix and match, discover new uses for them, and take them with you where ever you need portable sound.

I think the overall 4-star rating is pretty accurate. The good is that it sounds much better than any phone/tablet speakers, more than good enough for movies and Skype or phone use, not too bad for music, but obviously not going to fill a large room with amazing sound. Seems solid and the silicone should absorb lots of abuse and protect the electronics and speakers. Using it with as a phone, people have said the mic actually works well, so good for Skype or facetime or whatever. Links up with my iPad and Playbook just fine. Battery is pretty impressive and easy to charge with any standard micro usb charger.The bad, mostly minor. The speakers face away from each other and listener. Cup your hands around each and you can really hear the difference if you push the music towards you. The controls are a PITA to use when using the kickstand and you can't use the cord with the kickstand. The blue light is a tad to bright in a dark room. I wish the slot to put a tablet in was a touch wider or adjustable, hard to put anything in it with even the narrowest case attached. These are mostly annoyance defects, overall a pretty good product at a decent price. I don't regret buying it and would consider buying it again if I lost it.

this was my 2nd purchase of the Zooka , this was a gift & the receiver loved the vibrant color, look & quality of the product. I myself purchased the purple and would agree that its great. I work in a very noisy place when all things are running, but to watch movies while working sound is great. I have used it also while working in the home for music & it has awesome sound quality. I did find that when the battery charge is wearing down you lose sound quality or seem to get static. while it is easy to connect via Bluetooth ,while playing music you have to have them in the same location as there are no buttons on the Zooka to control that only volume controls. even with that being said its great for the money .