Jawbone Jambox
With two new colours just out, Green Wave (above) and Gold Hex, the Jambox is still one of the best wireless speakers. Using Bluetooth to connect to your computer, it can also pair with your mobile to act as a speakerphone with its built-in mic. (£160, jawbone.com

AQ Audio Smart Speaker
Wireless speakers with AirPlay included for the Apple obsessives. A 24W digital amp and twin drivers give each one the necessary clout, and the battery life, at 10 hours of wireless play, is more than sufficient. (£219 aqaudio.com)

Bose Companion 20
Thumping PC sound and no need for a separate subwoofer. This feat is achieved by letting Bose’s stereo-digital signal processing work its magic. The control pod for easy access, volume control and headphone jacks is a clever design feature. (£200, bose.co.uk)

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