Sony Ericsson MBS-100

126 reviews

May, 2024

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 126 reviews of Sony Ericsson MBS-100. The average rating for this product is 4.1/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other products in the same category for all reviews. People are impressed by the sound and design. The price and size are also appreciated. There are some less positive opinions about the reliability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other products in the same category the Sony Ericsson MBS-100 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 89/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sony Ericsson MBS-100

alaTest has collected and analyzed 71 user reviews of Sony Ericsson MBS-100 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.4/5 for other products in the same category on Amazon.co.uk. People really like the price. The size also gets good feedback, whereas many are critical about the reliability.

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94% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Sony Ericsson MBS-100

alaTest has collected and analyzed 2 user reviews of Sony Ericsson MBS-100 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. Reviews about the usability and size are mixed.

100% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

May, 2024

Expert review by : Ross Catanzariti (goodgearguide.com.au)

Sony Ericsson MBS-100

Unidentified flying… speaker?

Quirky design, simple operation, excellent sound quality considering its size

Battery is non-removable

This strange-looking device is actually a very useful speaker. Don’t let the design fool you, as Sony Ericsson’s MBS-100 is a commendable mobile phone accessory.

Sep, 2008

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Expert review by : Donald Bell (cnet.com)

Sony Ericsson MBS-100 review: Sony Ericsson MBS-100

Sony Ericsson MBS-100

The Sony MBS-100 is a small, Bluetooth speaker with an aux input, decent battery life, and a design that looks like it fell off the back of a spaceship.

Sure, it's small, but its softball shape isn't as convenient to carry as many fold-flat designs. Also, there's no volume control, microphone, or AVRCP controls, and the sound quality won't exactly knock you out of your seat.

Nothing can compare with the Sony MBS-100's unique alien eyeball design, but there isn't much else to admire in this compact speaker.

Aug, 2009

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Expert review by : Terrence Russell (wired.com)

Review: Sony Ericsson MBS-100

Almost every cellphone doubles as a jukebox these days. But the list of phones sporting decent speakers? It's a lot shorter. Sony's solution is the...

Easy to use and extremely portable. Carrying case included. Decent wireless range and relatively smooth streaming. Supports Advanced Audio Distribution and Audio and Video Remote Control profiles. Connects to larger sound systems via audio out jack....

A damning combination of being pricey/underpowered. Bass hungry beat fiends need not apply. Only 50 hours of standby?! Connectivity options are limited to 3.5 line in/out and Bluetooth. No volume or media controls on the speaker itself

Jun, 2008

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Expert review by : Donald Bell (cnet.com.au)

Sony Ericsson MBS-100 review: Sony Ericsson MBS-100

Sony Ericsson MBS-100

The Sony MBS-100 is a small, Bluetooth speaker with an aux input, decent battery life, and a design that looks like it fell off the back of a spaceship.

Nothing can compare with the Sony MBS-100's unique alien eyeball design, but there isn't much else to admire in this compact speaker.

Aug, 2009

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Expert review by : Joseph Hanlon (cnet.com.au)

Sony Ericsson MBS-100 Portable Bluetooth Speaker

With a design destined to give the arachnophobic nightmares, the MBS-100 is a speaker with good audio clarity but a hefty price tag for the level of sound it produces.

Intriguing design ; Lightweight and portable ; Good audio clarity ; 3.5mm audio input and Bluetooth

Soft playback level ; Expensive

Overall The MBS-100 Bluetooth speaker from Sony Ericsson may have a place in your musical life; perhaps it's on the desk where you study, or maybe its beside your bed helping you to sleep. However, the MBS-100 shouldn't be mistaken for a speaker that...

Oct, 2008

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Expert review by : Ross Catanzariti (goodgearguide_com_au)

Sony Ericsson MBS-100

Unidentified flying… speaker?

Quirky design, simple operation, excellent sound quality considering its size

Battery is non-removable

This strange-looking device is actually a very useful speaker. Don’t let the design fool you, as Sony Ericsson’s MBS-100 is a commendable mobile phone accessory.

Sep, 2008

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Expert review by : John Connors (mobilesyrup.com)

Sony Ericsson MBS-100 Video Review

Although this is not a new product on the market it is a great reminder of how powerful this little space meteor is. The Sony Ericsson MBS-100 packs some power. It is light and is a great accessory for your phone or computer. The video review is below...

Mar, 2008

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Consumer review (sony.com)

Best Value for my Money

"The best portable speaker I've seen. Took 10 seconds or less to setup with my iPhone 3G and Sony Vaio. Amazing sound quality, I was surprised how great it sounded. iPhone finally supports A2DP with the FW 3.0 but still there is no volume control when...

Amazing sound. Intuitive Design. Great Quality Product all around

No Volume Control from within the Speaker

Jul, 2009

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Consumer review (newegg.com)

Nice little top to entertain the toddler

Nice design to make my curious daughter paying attention, pocking around the cover and not causing any damage. Reasonable volumn for in door in apartment

Need advanced phone ; My new blackberry can control the volume but not the fairly new LG chocalate 2

May, 2009

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