The Megaboom employs Bluetooth Smart, which allows you to turn the speaker on and off remotely from the free UE app. That app also allows to pair two speakers together -- or even pair the Megaboom with the original Boom -- and it includes equalization features for tweaking the sound along with an alarm function.

• Freakishly amazing 360-degree sound with deep bass.For Audio Playback: Smartphones, tablets and other devices that support Bluetooth and Bluetooth Smart wireless audio profile [Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP)] or 3.5 mm audio output.
• Waterproof (IPX7) grab n’ go shape that is shockingly light—1.93 pounds
• Connect with Echo Dot (2nd Generation) for hands-free voice control of UE MEGABOOM with Alexa; ask Alexa to play music from Amazon Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio and TuneIn on your UE MEGABOOM
• PartyUp from Ultimate Ears allows you to wirelessly connect more than 50 UE speakers
• 100 ft Bluetooth wireless range, 20-hour rechargeable battery* and ultra-fast micro USB charging (* Actual wireless range and battery life will vary with use, settings and environmental conditions)