Skip to main content

Digital Trends may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site. Why trust us?

The Beats Pill+ portable Bluetooth speaker gets a big $70 discount

Beats pill
Image used with permission by copyright holder

School is about to start, but there’s still time to head out and enjoy the summer sun. One of the best ways to enjoy a picnic, hike, or a day at the beach is to listen to some music. If you’re looking for a portable Bluetooth speaker that sounds great and is waterproof enough to withstand the occasional splash, look no further. The Beats Pill+ has you covered with a

really nice discount from Amazon.

Though the Studio3 noise-canceling headphones are also on sale right now.

This portable Bluetooth speaker by Dr. Dre is a solid performer that offers top-notch sound quality and exceptionally loud volume. You can get one in either black or white for a whopping $66 less on Amazon. Start partying with this audio beast for $110 instead of the usual $180.

The Pill+ strikes a good balance between portability and sound quality. Weighing in at 27 ounces, or about 1.7 pounds, it leans on the heavy side but is still pretty lightweight. Since it’s a Beats product (the company is now owned by Apple), you can count on it being good-looking. The design is understated and, as its name implies, it looks like a giant pill. The exterior features rubberized plastic for easy grip, with a flat bottom that keeps it from rolling around.

The control buttons are found on the top, and there’s a rubber flap found on the backside that houses the iPhone-style Lighting charging port, the 3.5mm aux input, and the full-size USB port. The speaker is rugged and can withstand splashes of water and particle intrusion.

The Pill+ is outfitted with two mid/bass drivers and a couple of tweeters at each end that maximize stereo separation. This array of drivers delivers sounds with deep, rich bass and sharp treble. It can also be played at a high volume without sacrificing audio quality and clarity. Unfortunately, it is not equipped with a radiator, so music played at low volume loses the bass.

The Pill+ has the ability to play music simultaneously with two other Pill+ speakers, and the DJ the Playlist feature lets two people control the playlist from two Bluetooth devices.

The battery lasts an excellent 12 hours when music is played at a moderate volume. Charging the Pill+ takes less than three hours, and the USB port allows you to conveniently charge your phone and other devices.

It has an impressive 4.6 out of 5 stars on Amazon, with plenty of users saying the Pill+ sounds great, looks good, and lasts long. For more options, head over to this page for the best Bluetooth speakers for 2019.

Looking for more deals on other awesome products? Feel free to check out our curated deals page.

Timothy Taylor
Former Digital Trends Contributor
Timothy is a deals writer for Digital Trends that specializes in finding the best discounts on smartphones, wireless…
This $15 Insignia is about the cheapest Bluetooth speaker there is
The Insignia Rugged Portable Bluetooth Speaker at an angle, on a white background.

While some Bluetooth speaker deals can still cost more than $100 even after a discount, there are some offers that are extremely cheap. Here's a great example -- the Insignia NS-CSPBTF1-BK Bluetooth speaker, which is already pretty affordable at its original price of $20, is down to just $15 from Best Buy for further savings of $5. With a customer rating of 4.5 stars out of 5 stars following more than 2,500 reviews, this rugged portable Bluetooth speaker is an excellent low-cost option, but you better hurry with your purchase because we're not sure how long stocks will last.

Why you should buy the Insignia NS-CSPBTF1-BK Bluetooth speaker
There are lots of benefits to carrying a Bluetooth speaker with you at all times -- you get to start your own party anywhere and anytime you want, and you'll be able to watch streaming shows with louder audio when possible, among others. The Insignia NS-CSPBTF1-BK Bluetooth speaker makes this possible because it's extremely portable with a weight of just 0.24 pounds. The audio device is splash-proof so you won't have to worry about a little water causing damage when you take it with you to the beach or to the swimming pool, and a rugged design that will allow it to withstand the wear and tear from daily use.

Read more
Dell’s cheapest laptop gets even cheaper with this discount
The Dell Inspiron 14 laptop on a white background,

If you're looking for affordable laptop deals, Dell is one of the best sources for them. The Dell Inspiron 14, which already provides excellent value at its original price of $500, is down to just $300 following a $200 discount. The device will be able to handle the daily workload of most people, and if you want to get it for a lower price than usual, you're going to have to proceed with the purchase immediately because there's no telling how much time is remaining before the offer ends.

Why you should buy the Dell Inspiron 14
The Dell Inspiron 14 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, the Qualcomm Adreno 690 graphics card, and 8GB of RAM. These specifications won't allow it to challenge the performance of the best laptops, but for regular tasks such as browsing the internet, typing reports, and building presentations, the Dell Inspiron 14 will be more than enough. The efficiency of its components allows it to go fanless, so there won't be any noise when you use the laptop. It also runs on Windows 11 Home in S Mode out of the box, with the popular operating system pre-installed in its 256GB SSD.

Read more
Don’t get stranded: The best portable tire inflators in 2024
The DeWalt 20V Max portable tire inflator at a construction site.

There’s nothing worse than getting stranded on the side of the road because of a bad tire. That’s why it pays to drive around with a portable tire inflator hanging out somewhere in your car or truck. These devices aren’t very big, and you probably won’t even use it that much. That being said, when your tire-pressure sensor lights kicks on, you’ll be happy you have it.

Here are five of the best portable tire inflators you can toss in your trunk for 2024.

Read more