{"id":20130,"date":"2017-01-27T18:29:25","date_gmt":"2017-01-28T02:29:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/?p=20130"},"modified":"2017-01-27T18:49:45","modified_gmt":"2017-01-28T02:49:45","slug":"a-baby-wireless-speaker-boombox-adds-fun-to-any-occasion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/a-baby-wireless-speaker-boombox-adds-fun-to-any-occasion\/","title":{"rendered":"A Multitasking Baby Boombox Wireless Speaker"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20139\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/Montster-Firecracker-Main.png?resize=577%2C319&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Montster Firecracker Main\" width=\"577\" height=\"319\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/Montster-Firecracker-Main.png?resize=1024%2C566&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/Montster-Firecracker-Main.png?resize=300%2C166&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/Montster-Firecracker-Main.png?resize=768%2C425&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/Montster-Firecracker-Main.png?resize=150%2C83&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/Montster-Firecracker-Main.png?resize=600%2C332&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/Montster-Firecracker-Main.png?w=1782&amp;ssl=1 1782w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 577px) 100vw, 577px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>There are a lot of ways to listen to music nowadays. &nbsp;Bluetooth makes is possible to connect to your phone wirelessly and play your music to a number of different wireless speakers on the market. &nbsp;Monster recently came out with a new wireless&nbsp;speaker with an interesting name&#8230;Firecracker!<\/p>\n<p>Now, when I think if firecracker, two words come to mind. &nbsp;The first is loud! &nbsp;The second is a blitz of light. &nbsp;And I have to say, the new Monster Firetracker wireless speaker actually does live up to its name.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #800080;\">What is the Monster Firecracker Wireless Speaker?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20136 \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/161005_FireCracker_5_BlackGold_Perspective_s-e1485570071511.png?resize=266%2C448&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"266\" height=\"448\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/161005_FireCracker_5_BlackGold_Perspective_s-e1485570071511.png?w=350&amp;ssl=1 350w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/161005_FireCracker_5_BlackGold_Perspective_s-e1485570071511.png?resize=178%2C300&amp;ssl=1 178w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/161005_FireCracker_5_BlackGold_Perspective_s-e1485570071511.png?resize=150%2C252&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 266px) 100vw, 266px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.monsterproducts.com\/Monster-SuperStar-Firecracker-High-Definition-Bluetooth-Speaker\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Monster Firecracker <\/a>looks just like a baby boombox and it is a baby replica of it&#8217;s predecessor, the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/techaeris.com\/2016\/03\/19\/superstar-monster-blaster-review-boombox-back\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Monster Blaster<\/a>. &nbsp;Weighing in at only a pound, the Monster Firecracker wireless speaker can certainly crank out a lot of powerful sound. &nbsp;With its round oblong yet triangular shape, there is a metal grill around most of the body, allowing for great sound to come out from all directions.<\/p>\n<p>The shape of the Monster Firecracker wireless speaker is so unique because you can place it down in any way, even on its end and it still stands one it&#8217;s own, it is very well designed. &nbsp;I turned my music as high as I could, using both the volume on my phone and the volume on the speaker, and found this little but mighty wireless speaker to&nbsp;be quite loud. &nbsp;Although, it loses some of its clarity when turned at the highest volume.<\/p>\n<p>So, the loud sound helps the Firecracker living up to its name. &nbsp;What about the spark or light? Interestingly enough, the Monster Firecracker wireless speaker incorporates a 5000k 500 lumen Photolite &#8211; which gives its&nbsp;user a more natural light when taking pictures. &nbsp;Yes, that&#8217;s right, pictures is the main purpose for this light. &nbsp;The beam is pretty directed, but very bright. &nbsp;I think it&#8217;s better suited for adding light to objects&#8230;than to people.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20135 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/160819_FireCracker_2_BlackGold-lite-e1485569919653.png?resize=677%2C259&#038;ssl=1\" width=\"677\" height=\"259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/160819_FireCracker_2_BlackGold-lite-e1485569919653.png?w=677&amp;ssl=1 677w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/160819_FireCracker_2_BlackGold-lite-e1485569919653.png?resize=300%2C115&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/160819_FireCracker_2_BlackGold-lite-e1485569919653.png?resize=150%2C57&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/160819_FireCracker_2_BlackGold-lite-e1485569919653.png?resize=600%2C230&amp;ssl=1 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 677px) 100vw, 677px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Of course, the Photolite can be used as a flashlight as well, great for camping, night beaching, or any activity in darkness. &nbsp;Monster claims that the battery life while using the light is 7+ hours and 25+ hours if just listening to music.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s very easy to use, just press the power button on for 4 seconds and the Monster Firecracker wireless speaker will tell you that you are in pairing mode. &nbsp;Look for the Firecracker in your Bluetooth settings on your phone, click on it, and the Firecracker will tell you that you&#8217;re paired.<\/p>\n<p>Turn off the speaker by pressing the multi-function power button for 2 seconds. &nbsp;You can use this same power button to receive calls on speaker phone.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Features<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>High quality metal grid around&nbsp;wireless speaker<\/li>\n<li>Big sound<\/li>\n<li>Rechargeable battery<\/li>\n<li>Can connect wirelessly via Bluetooth or NFC<\/li>\n<li>Uses 2 Full-Range drivers and a passive bass radiator for good stereo sound<\/li>\n<li>Can play up to 25 hours of continuous music before needing to be charged<\/li>\n<li>Includes an embedded mic for taking calls<\/li>\n<li>Sealed port for 3.5mm aux in and charging port<\/li>\n<li>Available in Black, Red, Gold, and Green Camo<\/li>\n<li>Splash resistant (IPX-5)<\/li>\n<li>Comes with a lanyard and carabiner to clip onto anything for on-the-go travel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Auto-shut-off<\/li>\n<li>Uses voice to tell you you are connected, turning off, or charging<\/li>\n<li>Red light alerts you that it&#8217;s time to charge the battery<\/li>\n<li>Photolite is very helpful in adding light to your pictures<\/li>\n<li>With the rubber cover over the charging port, the wireless speaker is&nbsp;waterproof (but don&#8217;t keep it in water!)<\/li>\n<li>Battery lasts a long time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>No battery indicator to show you how much battery is left<\/li>\n<li>Can take up to 3 hours to charge fully<\/li>\n<li>Sound quality diminishes at the highest volume levels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-20137 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/160823_FireCracker_3_RedBlack_RIGHT-e1485571640837.png?resize=390%2C360&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"wireless speaker\" width=\"390\" height=\"360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/160823_FireCracker_3_RedBlack_RIGHT-e1485571640837.png?w=390&amp;ssl=1 390w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/160823_FireCracker_3_RedBlack_RIGHT-e1485571640837.png?resize=300%2C277&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2017\/01\/160823_FireCracker_3_RedBlack_RIGHT-e1485571640837.png?resize=150%2C138&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 390px) 100vw, 390px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The new Monster Firecracker wireless speaker can be purchased in red or &nbsp;black through <a href=\"http:\/\/www.frys.com\/search?resultpage=0&amp;start=0&amp;rows=25&amp;pType=pDisplay&amp;cat=-68974&amp;storeNo=All+Products&amp;inq=firecracker&amp;x=0&amp;y=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Fry&#8217;s<\/a> for a special price of $99.99 plus free shipping. &nbsp;The <a href=\"http:\/\/stfi.re\/oezbbek\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">regular<\/a>&nbsp;price is $129.95.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1589 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2010\/12\/WellConnectedMom-LOGO-MOM.jpg?resize=198%2C359&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"WellConnectedMom.com\" width=\"198\" height=\"359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2010\/12\/WellConnectedMom-LOGO-MOM.jpg?w=400&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/p-content\/themes\/atahualpa342\/images\/articles\/2010\/12\/WellConnectedMom-LOGO-MOM.jpg?resize=165%2C300&amp;ssl=1 165w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 198px) 100vw, 198px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #800080;\">A Mom&#8217;s Perspective<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;There are a lot of wireless speakers on the market, we know, we&#8217;ve tested a number of them. &nbsp;So how do you choose? &nbsp;Think about how you&#8217;d use your wireless speaker the most. &nbsp;Outside by the pool? By the beach? On day trips? While cooking? If there&#8217;s water around, looking for a waterproof speaker is a good idea.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re a mom, you&#8217;re a multitasker. &nbsp;And if you&#8217;re like me, you appreciate things that multitask as well. &nbsp;I love that the Monster Firecracker wireless speaker was built with multitasking in mind. &nbsp;Yes, you can listen to music with it, but you can also use the light to enhance your photos of friends or family&#8230;inside a room or outside at night.<\/p>\n<p>Not a picture taker? No worries, use the light as a flashlight, instead of draining your cellphone battery, to see in the dark.&nbsp; And with its lightweight portability, you can easily slip it into your purse or backpack and use it when you need it.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to listening to music, I have been using the Monster Firecracker&nbsp;wireless speaker as a sound enhancer to my portable PC. &nbsp;With the Odyssey of the Mind group of kids I coach, I show them various videos online and have found that the PC&#8217;s sound isn&#8217;t loud enough. &nbsp;The Monster Firecracker easily connects to my All-in-One PC via Bluetooth, and I can have the speaker in the middle of the table so the kids can hear off the PC perfectly. The Firecracker has so many uses.<\/p>\n<p>The Monster Firecracker&#8217;s built-in microphone will even let you take hands-free calls. &nbsp;It&#8217;s multitasking at its best. &nbsp;We have had the chance to review some of the Firecracker&#8217;s sister products, the <a href=\"https:\/\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/2015\/06\/03\/monsters-floating-speaker-june-possible-giveaway\/\" target=\"_blank\">BackFloat floating speaker<\/a> (super fun!), the<a href=\"https:\/\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/2015\/05\/06\/small-bluetooth-speaker-monster-sound\/\" target=\"_blank\"> Superstar Bluetooth Speaker,<\/a> and &nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/wellconnectedmom.com\/blog\/2015\/10\/28\/monster-sound-with-monster-n-tune-headphones\/\" target=\"_blank\">N-Tune On Ear Headphones,<\/a>&nbsp;all of which have are great sounding products.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>* I was given a Monster Firecracker for purposes of review. &nbsp;All opinions are my own.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; There are a lot of ways to listen to music nowadays. &nbsp;Bluetooth makes is possible to connect to your phone wirelessly and play your music to a number of different wireless speakers on the market. &nbsp;Monster recently came out with a new wireless&nbsp;speaker with an interesting name&#8230;Firecracker! 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