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In the package you get the beanie hat with removable electronics for washing, very short microUSB charging cable, a bonus pair of dress-style socks, and an instruction sheet. After a full charge of no more than a few hours, you should get at least 20 hours of playtime.

Pairing with my iPhone was trivial. I just long-pressed the play button to turn it on and it entered pairing mode. It found the device and quickly paired thanks to its Bluetooth 5.2 technology, which also provides excellent wireless range of about 36 feet.

Sound quality is shockingly good. The sound is clear and, when playing music, there’s even a little bit of bass. At this super low price point, the sound quality is really incredible overall.

About the only thing I don’t like about the hat, unfortunately, is the style. There’s a lot of extra material at the top of the hat that just sort of flops down. It looks pretty good on the models in the product listing, but not so much on me. That’s disappointing, because otherwise this product would be a real steal. As it is, I’ll definitely wear and use this, but I don’t think I’d enjoy wearing it out and about where a lot of people will see me.

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In the box you get the speaker with attached adjustable rope strap, USB-C charging cable, 3.5mm male-to-male audio cable for use with the AUX in Port, and paperwork. While neither the charging nor audio cables are particularly long, their inclusions are nevertheless appreciated.

After charging, setup is easy. Once you remove the charging cable and power on the speaker, you then hold the M button for a few seconds and connect your phone, tablet, or other device to “Tronsmart Splash 1.”

Sound quality is excellent over the Bluetooth 5.0 connection. There’s decent bass and clear overall sound. It won’t blow you away, but for a small, waterproof speaker, it’s very good. You can supposedly sync audio with a second Splash 1 for true stereo sound, but I didn’t have a second device to test that functionality with.

LED lights on the outer case cycle between various colors depending upon the current state of the device. Volume Up/Down and Play/Pause are clearly marked on the top of the unit. I also appreciate the discrete power button because other devices I’ve had often make the Play/Pause button pull the additional duty.

Overall, the Splash 1 is an excellent low-cost, waterproof Bluetooth speaker with good sound quality and up to 24 hours of battery life. For me, it will make an ideal replacement for my outdated shower speaker, but it also would work well in other watery settings, like at the beach or poolside.

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Basically, this mask has low-resolution RGB LEDs embedded in it. Using the free Shining Mask app, you’re able to access a large library of pre-made designs, both static and animated. You can also have the mask display your own emojis and text, as well as use your own images from your photo library. It’s easy to use and a ton of fun.

This version of the mask takes 3 AA batteries (not included) but they also have a slightly more expensive version that is rechargeable. Personally, I find it more convenient to use the AA batteries, but your mileage may vary. It’s supposed to run about 12 – 16 hours depending upon usage.

About the only complaint I have with this product is that the mask itself is not particularly comfortable, so it’s not ideal for wearing it for more than short bursts. The straps are kind of cheap and hurt my ears. Visibility through the eye slits is also not the best, so definitely be careful walking with this on.

Overall, this mask is fantastic. Since the app offers limitless customization, you’ll be able to do anything you want with the mask’s display. There are even various music modes where you can sync the display to what’s being played on your phone, as well as external gesture control to change what’s displayed on the mask. Even with the comfort not being the best, this is still a product that’s easy to recommend.

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