Bose SoundLink Max

Bose's wireless speaker delivers fun and entertainment in spades

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Here's a bit of fun: Bose lets you name your Soundlink Max during the setup process. Given the brand's origins, there's an American theme to many of the options on offer; our highlights include S'more Music, Tailgater, Workout Warrior, Thumper and, our particular favourite, Porta Party. Still, we mustn't get distracted from the really important stuff. Like how good it is.

The Bose SoundLink Max is a ruggedised, rubberised rectangle of a wireless speaker. It is perhaps more practical than envelope-pushing on design, but there's something to be said for its simple, understated appearance.

It's tactile too, with large sections of the main body wrapped in smooth-to-the-touch silicone. The material also makes its way onto the cute carry handle which twists and locks into fittings on the top.