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Altec Lansing iML237 Portable USB Speaker

Altec Lansing iML237 Portable USB Speaker

447 reviews

Apr, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 447 reviews of Altec Lansing iML237 Portable USB Speaker. The average rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. People really like the reliability and design. The price and size are also appreciated.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Altec Lansing iML237 Portable USB Speaker is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 90/100 = Excellent quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Altec Lansing iML237 Portable USB Speaker

alaTest has collected and analyzed 70 user reviews of Altec Lansing iML237 Portable USB Speaker from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.4/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the design and usability. The price and sound are also appreciated.

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81% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Altec Lansing iML237 Portable USB Speaker

alaTest has collected and analyzed 291 user reviews of Altec Lansing iML237 Portable USB Speaker from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.com. People really like the reliability and design. The price and size also get good feedback.

usability, size, price, design, reliability

84% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Tim Gideon (pcmag.com)

Altec Lansing Orbit USB Stereo iML247

The Altec Lansing Orbit USB Stereo iML247 is very affordable and very portable, but its sound is what you would expect from a $50 speaker system, with poor bass response and distortion at high volumes.

Easily portable, packable design. USB connector means no need for batteries or charger. Affordably priced.

Audio quality is what you'd expect from small, cheap speakersweak, with no bass. No aux input or 3.5mm connectors for iPods. No volume controls.

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Jun, 2011

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Expert review by : David Carnoy (cnet.com)

Altec Lansing IML247 Orbit USB stereo review: Altec Lansing IML247 Orbit USB stereo

Altec Lansing IML247 Orbit USB stereo

The ; PC speakers snap together for travel, cost less than $50, have a single USB cord for power and audio, and play louder and sound significantly better than the internal speakers on most laptops.

The speakers sound crunchy (distort) at higher volumes and the bass is pretty thin. There's no volume control on the speakers. And the lack of a 3.5mm input means that you can't use these with any non PC/Mac audio devices, such as an iPod or smartphone.

While the sound quality of the Altec Lansing Orbit Stereo speakers isn't likely to blow you away, the travel-friendly and affordable USB speakers do sound significantly better than the internal audio found on most laptops.

Jun, 2011

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Altec Lansing Orbit USB Stereo Speakers Review →

The Altec Lansing Orbit USB speakers offer a great sounding set of drivers producing very dynamic sound that sets itself apart from the competition, but come just a bit short in terms of streamlining the user experience.

Very well built ; Very good sound quality in general ; Fantastic price ; Easy to deploy

Difficult to clean up ; Slightly congested sound ; Limited to being USB speakers

Jun, 2011

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Expert review by : Jennifer Bergen (geek.com)

Review: Altec Lansing Orbit USB Stereo speakers

The majority of the speakers that are built into laptops are not very good, which is why consumer audio companies continue to come out with speakers for those of us who are sick of hearing our music played out of the tinny stock ones. The problems with...

May, 2011

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Expert review by : Andrew Williams (trustedreviews.com)

Altec Lansing Orbit USB Stereo

Look ma, no power cable. USB speakers for laptop-wielding travellers.

Decent sound quality ; Great build ; Good value

Bulkier than all-in-one options

Smaller and more convenient USB-powered speakers are out there at the same price, but few match the sound quality offered by the Altec Lansing Orbit USB Stereo pair. They won't turn your laptop into something to rival a home stereo, but for watching...

Aug, 2011

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Expert review by : Laique Khan (techmagnifier.com)

Altec Lansing IML247 Orbit USB Stereo Review

Altec Lansing IML247 Orbit USB Stereo is a multimedia speaker can be connected with notebooks iPads and other portable audio devices.

• Comes with single USB cord for power and audio ; • Impressive sound quality ; • Compatible with most of the computing devices ; • Portable and light in weight

• Speakers sound crunchy at higher volumes ; • No volume control on the speakers ; • Lack of a 3.5mm audio jack’

Altec Lansing IML247 Orbit USB Stereo Review shows that this music device is a perfect choice to organize an in-house party. It comes with few amazing features that might really interest you. Bit expensive, Altec Lansing IML247 Orbit USB Stereo Price...

Jun, 2012

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Expert review by : Jonathan Margolis (howtospendit.ft.com)

Altec Lansing Orbit USB stereo

A stylish stereo system that packs a nice, punchy sound

Sep, 2011

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Expert review by : mfereday (gadgetspeak.com)

Orbit USB Stereo : Altec Lansing Orbit USB Stereo

One aspect of a laptop or netbook that often gets ignored is that of audio output with speakers that do not enhance your listening pleasure.

Opening the box reveals two cylindrical speaker units individually wrapped, a soft carry pouch with a drawstring fastener plus a couple of sheets of documentation. Rather than brief set up instructions, this documentation deals with warranty issues –...

Jul, 2011

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Expert review by : Charles Arthur (guardian.co.uk)

Review: Altec Lansing Orbit USB Stereo 2.0 speakers

Is it possible to get great sound from add-on speakers for a laptop while also having portability ... and good design? We put Altec Lansing's to the test

All against: honestly? nothing.

Jul, 2011

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