Bang & Olufsen is a brand synonymous with precision music equipment, and the B&O Play Beoplay M5 is no exception. Unveiled at CES 2017, the speaker is crafted from aluminum and features a touch-sensitive disk on the top portion that's used to control the device in place of physical buttons.
The B&O Play Beoplay M5 is finished with a premium wool blend and is designed as a piece of home decor as much as it is for music playback. The speaker features True360 omnidirectional sound that ensures every beat is flawless regardless of where it is placed in a room.
The B&O Play Beoplay M5 is set to retail for £529 and is available now to order.
Touch-Sensitive Smart Speakers
The B&O Play Beoplay M5 Showed Off a Stylish Aesthetic at CES 2017
Trend Themes
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