@Fish_Kungfu if only there were still murder mystery and other funny shows on radio then I would care to listen only NPR has anything good like that, prairie home companion or , says you, i feel old (31) even though I know many of you i chat with are older(much) then me
@jjohns71 i don't believe in podcasts since it makes me think of apple and their megacorp ways, prepriatery this and peripheral that, lets try to call it something better like, E-stream or Livecast something not pod
@Kylethephotoguy Is it you that I have to blame for getting my hopes up that I was buying another speaker dock? I know I should be blaming @Starblind, but....
@sohmageek Got a bit carried away with that image, but sense we sold so many Speaker docs in the past, it just made sense to show some cool functionality.
Reading the non-freebie reviews on Amazon suggests that as a power bank, it's sporadic. As a Bluetooth speaker, it's not loud enough. And the FM radio is forgetful.
@narfcake I'd of guessed it was here because of the mini (not micro) USB charging. (As @grazapin mentioned.) But maybe the mini USB pairs well with the FM radio?
"Take an obscure example, twist it to fit an agenda, and apply to a huge swath of people. Repeat incessantly, and it becomes the truth, regardless of whether or not it actually is true."
@haydesigner Read the order number: vindictive-judicious-rice. There is no stereotyping here.
In truth the only difference between the Republicans and the Democrats is the color tie they wear.
The definition of insanity is to try the same thing over and over expecting different results. Sorta like our two party system. We keep flip flopping between the two parties like we expect things to be different. It's time for a third party. The last non-Dem/Rep president was Andrew Johnson of the War Union party.
3 watts well is downright weak no? gonna sleep on the bluetooth receiver thingy can pick that up for 5 bucks on ebay,,,see you in the morning should still be here based on 5 sold in 30 minutes
@mellowirishgent Watts is actually a bad indicator of loudness. Since it came with a speaker, they could have stated the decibels at 1 khz at 1 meter distance.
1 watt is actually pretty loud if your speakers are efficient (can be around 90 db). If you're hooking up 1 watt to large home theater speakers, it will not be as loud since those large drivers are less efficient.
Watts is also non-linear. To double the perceived volume of a 1 watt output, you need 10 watts. To double 10 watts, you need 100 watts, etc.
This looks suspiciously like a flask. But all it holds are misplaced hopes and dreams. One amazon review says it best: "Build quality: Mediocre at best." Meh.
I'd be tempted more if it were cheaper, for the bluetooth receiver functionality.
I hope I get one of these in my fuku. Oh wait I didn't score a fuku. Dammit. Decisions, decisions... why must you constantly tempt my will power meh? wwwhhhhyyyyyy?
I'm a sucker for versatility. so... domineering-numerical-ear. and trendy-impervious-saffron for a double-take (for my girlfriend). gonna have to pawn off my X-Stream Eclipses (a 2-for-Tuesday purchase) on some friends that are still stuck in a portable bluetooth speakerless past. thanks, meh, for encouraging me to buy things I don't absolutely need (but definitely want) at a low enough price that I could easily re-sell them (possibly even for a profit!) when I upgrade.
Wait... How do you charge the powerbank itself? Does it not come with an AC adapter? Does it charger over the same USB connection that you use to charge a phone from the powerbank?
@bgarcia - Since it doesn't come with one, it's safe to assume you charge the powerbank using your own AC adapter plugged in via the supplied mini-USB cable.
Damn you meh. I got all excited that you had speaker docks for sale. So excited I bought 2. Then realized when I was really awake that I'm getting this crappy Bluetooth speaker. ;$
The stars are aligned..my altruisim shines brightly today...but, alas, I pass on the meh, as it is about twice teh price that would make me jump off that bridge.
From the description and reviews it seems to be an "output". In other words it appears you can make a non-Bluetooth speaker into a Bluetooth speaker. But can you use this as a wired speaker via that 3.5mm connector? (Not that you'd want to.)@moose
Tempting. Priced fairly for a lot of folks but would need to be 10-12 bucks for this cheapass to jump with confidence.
Question for Bluetooth connoisseurs: does the fact that this device is Bluetooth 2.1 mean that it only sucks up its own battery juice quicker than 4.0 or does it also suck up the signal provider's (your phone) juice at a faster than 4.0 rate?
@conradw when you turn the knob hold it for at least three seconds this changes the volume, a turn for less than three seconds changes the station or song depending in which mode you are in bluetooth or radio got it get it
Really is a great little speaker. My friends try to take mine home every time they come over for drinks. I just ordered three to give away to my guests
Can anybody help me figure out how to turn on the FM radio? I have been trying to make it work for an hour now. If there was a manual that came with this thing, I must have trashed it. I am flummoxed.
@OGBYN I figured out how to tune the FM radio but I couldn't find the manual anywhere online. So, I scanned the manual (after I found it buried in a stack of papers) and I want to post it online. What's the best place to post PDFs of manuals? Preferably someplace that won't require me to register a personal account.
Received mine yesterday charged fine , fm fine ,My ole lady said it looks like a flask ,,hahaha..ok we shall see how it charges a phone and works as a bluetooth receiver i will keep the masses informed ..ty Meh once again love my effin toys at a discount price
I can home from a quick getaway and tried this out.
The FM is a bit slow changing station. I'm looking forward to try this at the drive-in for my daughter who wants to sit closer to the screen.
The device changed my phone wit no issue. Not much to say here.
The speaker works okay, not great sound but not really that bad either.
The Bluetooth was tested as in the picture. I hooked it up to my JBL speaker doc and works a lot better than the mac extreme POS that loses connection.
Other notes, you need to read the instructions on how it works. Like you twist the top briefly and it will change stations or track but hold it down and it changes volume. Press down the knob and it changes modes. After a while you catch on pretty quick. Now it see if I continue to use it or store it in the junk drawer.
@StrangerDanger It surprises me when it announces what it is when I plugged it in to charge. Just charge, don't tell me your name, rank and serial number!!
While you have to memorize the multi-click n push sequences, it will work even if you are a random button pusher aka super nintendo controller skill (as in smash everything until you win). It did make me learn about Puffin for Android to make flash and other usually unusable content work.
For me complaining so badly about this... I wish I got more. bring this thing back please... It's a Monster... but... OH you can't use the image of it on a speaker dock now though... or can you???
Specs
Condition: New
Warranty: 3 Year Accessory Power
Estimated Delivery: 8/1 - 8/4
Shipping: $5 or free with VMP
What’s in the Box?
1x GoGroove BlueSYNC
1x USB to Mini USB charging cable
1x 3.5mm cable
Pictures
Retail box
Everything included
Top view
Front view
Bluetooth receiving
Still sucks though
Price Comparison
$99.99 List, $49.99 at Amazon
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Warranty
90 days
I'm not always here right on time. But when I am it's always a speaker dock.
@stoopkid the one time i fell asleep, july 7, meh.
@stoopkid could be worse. could be knifes or roombas
@stoopkid It's not actually the speaker dock, they just put it in one for the product image (kind of a bad idea IMO).
@stuartpb It confused me. I thought it plugged into one at first.
@stuartpb saw the speaker dock and immediately clicked meh before reading anything else.
But does it blend?
@jjohns71 Yes, didn't you read the specs?
@stoopkid I thought the specs said "Blends, but only in the Netherlands"
so its like a jack of all trades, master at none?
@communist
"Jack of all trades, master of none,
Often times better than a master of one"
@JonT I'd bite if the battery was better. Just bought a 9800 mAh for $14.99 so ... sorry but this is meh
@kus I do not think it's for what you think it's for...
The speaker dock made me pause, the 'ands' made me continue.
so its like the "please old people buy me cause I am also an fm radio" thing?
@sp3ar Curse you youngsters! For me, the FM radio was the delicious worm hiding the hook! I almost went for it.
@sp3ar Who are you calling old? I am waiting for the AM version... :P
@Fish_Kungfu if only there were still murder mystery and other funny shows on radio then I would care to listen only NPR has anything good like that, prairie home companion or , says you, i feel old (31) even though I know many of you i chat with are older(much) then me
@sp3ar Murder Mystery Theater! I lived for those!
@sp3ar It would be cool if there was quality radio entertainment like that again. Btw, that girl in the picture looks totally baked. :-p
@Fish_Kungfu i think the rule of thumb for this is "he who smelt it dealt it" and that means you are the one who is baked :P
@Mehrocco_Mole Podcasts are bringing this style of radio back! Although it follows a true story, have you listened to Serial?
@jjohns71 i don't believe in podcasts since it makes me think of apple and their megacorp ways, prepriatery this and peripheral that, lets try to call it something better like, E-stream or Livecast something not pod
@jjohns71 No but I'm heading over there now. Thanks!
I almost fell for this evil temptress!
Had to have one for myself, sense I tested it out on that speaker dock. minimalist-anxious-note
@Kylethephotoguy
@Kylethephotoguy Is it you that I have to blame for getting my hopes up that I was buying another speaker dock? I know I should be blaming @Starblind, but....
@sohmageek Got a bit carried away with that image, but sense we sold so many Speaker docs in the past, it just made sense to show some cool functionality.
@Kylethephotoguy very true but I got excited to buy another speaker dock. I hear you guys are taking bets on what I use them for ;)
Have owned two gogroove bluesense for years and love them. I expect good things from this.
Found time machine, hides in corner.
Does it broadcast on FM too? 'cause my car stereo ain't got aux in nor Bluetooth.
@nadroj FM radio only, not transmitter, so no.
Mini USB for charging? Kill it with fire!
@grazapin hahaha
@grazapin I was so excited until I saw Mini-USB.
@grazapin I wish mini was favored over micro. Micro is so weak compared to mini. I never bent a mini cable. Mini strong like bull.
I bought 3 and sent them to my kids, IMPULSIVE....
C'mon meh! Didn't I just say I need to quit spending so much money here?!
Three of these is just-obnoxious-lithium!
@dalekjoe
This is really cool and I want one, but I'm not even sure that I'd use it, so seems sorta silly.
Hrm, maybe. If it were $10 is probably have ordered it. But $23 with shipping... Going to sleep on thus decision.
Turn non Bluetooth speakers into Bluetooth speakers. Pretty neat.
Bluetooth for my ancient stereo!
valiant-nice-trip
@duke_4386
Star for the image
Reading the non-freebie reviews on Amazon suggests that as a power bank, it's sporadic. As a Bluetooth speaker, it's not loud enough. And the FM radio is forgetful.
So ... I guess that's why it's here?
@narfcake
Not loud enough? Then I'm buying one for all of you youngsters, with your long hair and bell bottoms
@saodell its short hair and tight pants now gramps get with the times
@narfcake I'd of guessed it was here because of the mini (not micro) USB charging. (As @grazapin mentioned.) But maybe the mini USB pairs well with the FM radio?
what have I done?
If it only had a knife blade....sigh.
@eeterrific we could probably strap a knife to one for an extra $8 or so.
@JonT Put that together and I'm in for one :-)
This needs a flashlight! Why didn't they add an LED?
@dijit27 But it would have to be a solar flash don't you think ?
Ugh, that background, tho! Migraine inducing! In which case, I definitely don't want a speaker or radio or power bank. Well played, Meh, well played.
Bought a couple to add bluetooth to ancient surround sound and car I have
merciful-proud-weasel
@dlowther11 strange that this image comes up every time I search for something.
seriously if this was 10 dollars or under I would buy it or if it had more uses
deranged-dorky-wound - weird
These are perfect to fix the clear deficiencies in my current two JBL mini speaker docs, what with the lack of bluetooth and all.
Undulating-turbulent-mite
You had me at Lime Green. Or was it the speaker dock?
I'll try one.
vindictive-judicious-rice
Summation of the Republican Party in 34 words:
"Take an obscure example, twist it to fit an agenda, and apply to a huge swath of people. Repeat incessantly, and it becomes the truth, regardless of whether or not it actually is true."
Hey, this stereotyping game is kinda fun!
@haydesigner Read the order number: vindictive-judicious-rice. There is no stereotyping here.
In truth the only difference between the Republicans and the Democrats is the color tie they wear.
The definition of insanity is to try the same thing over and over expecting different results. Sorta like our two party system. We keep flip flopping between the two parties like we expect things to be different. It's time for a third party. The last non-Dem/Rep president was Andrew Johnson of the War Union party.
@Mehrocco_Mole I was indeed mocking the stereotyping, not supporting or vilifying wither party.
@Mehrocco_Mole, oh, and to be clear, I was not disparaging you in my initial reply. Apologies if you thought I was.
@haydesigner it's all good. I just couldn't resist the temptation of the soapbox sitting there.
3 watts well is downright weak no? gonna sleep on the bluetooth receiver thingy can pick that up for 5 bucks on ebay,,,see you in the morning should still be here based on 5 sold in 30 minutes
@mellowirishgent My bad 311 sold in 37 minutes
@mellowirishgent Watts is actually a bad indicator of loudness. Since it came with a speaker, they could have stated the decibels at 1 khz at 1 meter distance.
1 watt is actually pretty loud if your speakers are efficient (can be around 90 db). If you're hooking up 1 watt to large home theater speakers, it will not be as loud since those large drivers are less efficient.
Watts is also non-linear. To double the perceived volume of a 1 watt output, you need 10 watts. To double 10 watts, you need 100 watts, etc.
This looks suspiciously like a flask. But all it holds are misplaced hopes and dreams. One amazon review says it best: "Build quality: Mediocre at best." Meh.
I'd be tempted more if it were cheaper, for the bluetooth receiver functionality.
@Knightp Too bad you missed this deal for $3. It's just the receiver part. https://meh.com/deals/bluetooth-connect-audio-receiver
I own 6 different brands of speakers and the best lil one is Go Groove so im in !!!
I hope I get one of these in my fuku. Oh wait I didn't score a fuku. Dammit. Decisions, decisions... why must you constantly tempt my will power meh? wwwhhhhyyyyyy?
I wasn't going to get this until I saw it had "SPB" in the name. I'm a sucker for anything that includes my own initials.
egregious-deadpan-rain
@stuartpb Great match up picture! 1 star from me.
First purchase in a while. Hopefully it doesn't suck. But...I'll throw 20 bux at just about anything interesting.
I'm a sucker for versatility. so... domineering-numerical-ear. and trendy-impervious-saffron for a double-take (for my girlfriend). gonna have to pawn off my X-Stream Eclipses (a 2-for-Tuesday purchase) on some friends that are still stuck in a portable bluetooth speakerless past. thanks, meh, for encouraging me to buy things I don't absolutely need (but definitely want) at a low enough price that I could easily re-sell them (possibly even for a profit!) when I upgrade.
@saiteron
@saiteron
(I'll let you guys figure out which of these is which)
The only reason this can exist in a rational and just universe is none, none at all.
Because it's a dessert topping & a floor wax, I knew I had to have it. muddled-baffled-louse
@gertiestn SNL year #1 I think. Or was it #2...
@gertiestn I prefer mayostard and mustardayonaise.
Wait... How do you charge the powerbank itself? Does it not come with an AC adapter? Does it charger over the same USB connection that you use to charge a phone from the powerbank?
@bgarcia - Since it doesn't come with one, it's safe to assume you charge the powerbank using your own AC adapter plugged in via the supplied mini-USB cable.
Damn you meh. I got all excited that you had speaker docks for sale. So excited I bought 2. Then realized when I was really awake that I'm getting this crappy Bluetooth speaker. ;$
@sohmageek Ditto!
The stars are aligned..my altruisim shines brightly today...but, alas, I pass on the meh, as it is about twice teh price that would make me jump off that bridge.
phony-pretty-pancake
@JasonToon Whoa! Major endorsement right here.
"That's right: those of you who dread the days when we sell Bluetooth speakers and mobile power banks get a double dose today."
If only it were a mini-drone, too :-(
Meh, no "BUT THAT'S NOT ALL!" so I just can't buy it.
For whoever asked for more unique, "didn't know I needed it" stuff, here you go!
"Audio input: Bluetooth, 3.5mm audio port"
Would that be an "input" or an "output"?
From the description and reviews it seems to be an "output". In other words it appears you can make a non-Bluetooth speaker into a Bluetooth speaker. But can you use this as a wired speaker via that 3.5mm connector? (Not that you'd want to.) @moose
@RedOak You're absolutely right, it is just output through the 3.5mm. Just tested it out with my phone. Thanks!
Tempting. Priced fairly for a lot of folks but would need to be 10-12 bucks for this cheapass to jump with confidence.
Question for Bluetooth connoisseurs: does the fact that this device is Bluetooth 2.1 mean that it only sucks up its own battery juice quicker than 4.0 or does it also suck up the signal provider's (your phone) juice at a faster than 4.0 rate?
How do you tune the FM radio? It looks like the knob (!) on top is for volume. Mini-USB and small battery may be deal breakers for me tho...
@conradw when you turn the knob hold it for at least three seconds this changes the volume, a turn for less than three seconds changes the station or song depending in which mode you are in bluetooth or radio got it get it
Really is a great little speaker. My friends try to take mine home every time they come over for drinks. I just ordered three to give away to my guests
limber-shrill-mallard
I looked at this stupid thing all day before finally caving.
Got mine. Nice unit. Voice is not annoying. Bluetooth paired easily. FM tuner is clunky and the minimum FM volume is too loud.
Can anybody help me figure out how to turn on the FM radio? I have been trying to make it work for an hour now. If there was a manual that came with this thing, I must have trashed it. I am flummoxed.
@OGBYN I figured out how to tune the FM radio but I couldn't find the manual anywhere online. So, I scanned the manual (after I found it buried in a stack of papers) and I want to post it online. What's the best place to post PDFs of manuals? Preferably someplace that won't require me to register a personal account.
Received mine yesterday charged fine , fm fine ,My ole lady said it looks like a flask ,,hahaha..ok we shall see how it charges a phone and works as a bluetooth receiver i will keep the masses informed ..ty Meh once again love my effin toys at a discount price
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User guide/manualfor GOGroove BlueSYNC SPB GGBSSPB100GREW
User guide/manual for GOGroove BlueSYNC SPB
I can home from a quick getaway and tried this out.
The FM is a bit slow changing station. I'm looking forward to try this at the drive-in for my daughter who wants to sit closer to the screen.
The device changed my phone wit no issue. Not much to say here.
The speaker works okay, not great sound but not really that bad either.
The Bluetooth was tested as in the picture. I hooked it up to my JBL speaker doc and works a lot better than the mac extreme POS that loses connection.
Other notes, you need to read the instructions on how it works. Like you twist the top briefly and it will change stations or track but hold it down and it changes volume. Press down the knob and it changes modes. After a while you catch on pretty quick. Now it see if I continue to use it or store it in the junk drawer.
@StrangerDanger It surprises me when it announces what it is when I plugged it in to charge. Just charge, don't tell me your name, rank and serial number!!
While you have to memorize the multi-click n push sequences, it will work even if you are a random button pusher aka super nintendo controller skill (as in smash everything until you win). It did make me learn about Puffin for Android to make flash and other usually unusable content work.
This thing is absolute garbage. Barely adds 1-2% to my phone before running out of juice. About two minutes of charging.
@lowlypeon that doesn't sound like it's working properly, I'd contact the manufacturer and if you run into any trouble let us know at https://meh.com/support.
For me complaining so badly about this... I wish I got more. bring this thing back please... It's a Monster... but... OH you can't use the image of it on a speaker dock now though... or can you???
@sohmageek that's a MINI, the south warehouse wall is made of MINIs.