[Contest closed: the winner is Lesli Richards!]
I love gadgets: cool, techy things that either enhance my productivity, my life, or are just plain fun. Recently I’ve tested three which now feel indispensable to me—the PUNK wireless speaker and RELAYS in-ear headphones from Sol Republic and the AwoX StriimLIGHT mini, an LED light bulb with an integrated Bluetooth speaker.
Leave a comment at the bottom of this post for your chance to win a PUNK speaker and a set of RELAYS headphones!
AwoX StriimLIGHT Mini
At first I couldn’t wrap my brain around a bluetooth speaker within a lightbulb. Will it burn out? No. The Striimlight mini is LED, different than a standard lightbulb. It’s perfect for smaller fixtures, like my nightstand lamp, and easily pairs with my iPhone.
I’ve played podcasts and listened to music while wrapping gifts with my AwoX StriimLIGHT mini bulb, but mostly I’ve used it with the light turned off (you can do this with the remote control), playing soft music to filter out other sounds at night. My house never sleeps!
Features include:
- Plays audio right from your Bluetooth music players, including computers and numerous types of smartphones and tablets
- Infrared remote control for light on/off, sound volume setup and mute
- Bulb: LED, 110-240v, fits standard E26 or E14 socket
- Speaker: 3 Watts, 200Hz-20KHz
- Includes remote control for volume and light.
If you’re looking for a bigger AwoX light/speaker combo, check this out:
AwoX StriimLIGHT 8W E26 LED Light Bulb with Integrated Bluetooth Speaker
RELAYS In-Ear Headphones
I’ve never owned headphones as nice as the RELAYS in-ear headphones from Sol Republic. They come with four different-sized pairs of rubbery ear tips that fit on the earbuds. Find your size—I need the smallest ones—and the custom tip ensures a comfortable, secure fit in your ear.
I dropped the rubbery tips a couple of times while trying to determine my size, so honestly, I worried that they would be easily lost. But once I found my size and left them attached, I haven’t had a problem. They remain secure going in and out of my ears and come with their own carrying pouch. Fancy!
If you’re interested in a full-sized pair of headphones, Sol Republic currently offers a 100-day money back guarantee on their Tracks Air wireless bluetooth headphones.
PUNK Wireless Speaker from Sol Republic
The PUNK wireless speaker entered my life at the same time I developed an addiction to podcasts. How have I missed them until now?! I carry the PUNK in my purse so I can listen to audiobooks or podcasts or music from my phone while in the car; it comes with a cord that plugs easily into the base of my phone’s car charger, so I recharge on the go.
I love the PUNK’s rubbery feel and portability. I pulled it out and sat it on the table one night at Moe’s to demo for friends. I can use it in class when I teach music history this spring. How cool to carry a portable speaker I can whip out when needed! We’ll know I’ve developed a problem when my own, personal soundtrack fills the air around me at the grocery store. It could happen.
Leave a comment for your chance to win a PUNK speaker and a set of RELAYS headphones!
Do you listen to podcasts? What are your favorites? {I’m hooked on Serial, This American Life, and Stuff You Should Know.}
What would you do with a wireless bluetooth speaker?
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Shopping Links:
- AwoX StriimLIGHT Mini 3W E26 LED Light Bulb with Integrated Bluetooth Speaker
- SOL REPUBLIC Relays 3-Button In-Ear Headphones
- SOL REPUBLIC PUNK Wireless Bluetooth Speaker – Black, 1510-31
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I have never used earphones, mostly because I just never purchased them. Both the earplugs and the speaker would be wonderful to have in the car. Also to use for my chemo appointments. All of these items look like they are great, useful items.
Thank You, for the chance to own some of them.
Have a Blessed Christmas! ~ Jo
i do listen to some pod casts but mostly diy things and id take it with me outside during the summer by our above ground pool be such a treat
Listen to anything I wanted!!!!! How wonderful that sounds!
I am a podcast junkie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I too am addicted to serial! I NEED closure! UGH! I listen to a ton of worship and sermons and all things YouTube!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The answer to my musical prayers! I can’t tell you how frustrating it is to only have regular light bulbs in my apartment. Finally the option of combining my lighting preferences with my musical tastes! Perfect harmony! Do they have one I could insert into my fridge-light that played my favorite cooking tunes? I think I need one of these so I can produce a thorough review.
I love music. This would be a great win.
Thank You for the giveaway.
Marion
Love music and would love this giveaway.
Thanks for a chance to win
Marilyn
WOW! What a great giveaway to win.
Thank You
Joan
I’d love a speaker to use in my kitchen or my bedroom! I was very impressed with it when I saw it and heard it!
I enjoy foodie podcasts and this time of year it’s fun listening to old-time Christmas radio shows! I’d love to have a Bluetooth speaker to take while doing ministry overseas! Blessings of Immanuel to you all!
I am so behind on technology. (I’m the one still without a smartphone.) I don’t listen to many pod casts. Issues, Etc. that Edie links to are ones I usually listen to. Thanks for the chance.
I would love to use this for music in my kids’ room or our playroom. It needs a little music in there.
I would LOVE to have one, as it would allow me to catch up on podcasts I’m behind on! Thanks for the chance!!
Oh pick me. Everybody in my house has cool techie stuff but me!
I listen to fr.Larry Richard podcast and other catholic shows! Gina F
I would love to win this. As a mother of boys that love music, momma never has her own headphones!
I’d love to win this set. My hubby needs a new set of headphones for work and we could use a new speaker!
I would love the speakers.
I would love to win! The headphones and the speaker look awesome!
I would listen to music outside in the summer. This looks so neat!
Running out of christmas time, so new years presents for me friends 😀
I would use it in my room when I’m folding laundry
I would use it outside when doing yard work