You won’t have to wait for this Bluetooth speaker to charge to keep listening

As good as the best Bluetooth speakers are, I can’t say that I’ve ever had one last for a long time. They’ve got sealed-up plastic shells, non-removable batteries, and seem to conk out after a year or two of decent sound. But Poca’s new Pine Beat Bluetooth speaker is doing things a bit differently. It’s a speaker and power bank with swappable batteries.

And that one clever detail changes everything. You don’t have to stop your playlist while the speaker slowly juices back up. Just swap the battery and carry on. It makes perfect sense, really.

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As far as audio goes, there’s a custom 2.5-inch driver with a neodymium magnet for super sound quality. It sits alongside a tweeter for highs and a passive radiator for bass. What’s more, this Bluetooth speaker isn’t just about convenience – it’s built to last. The body is made from ocean waste plastic, recycled aluminium, recycled silicone, and even a dash of organic cotton. It’s IP67 rated too, which means it’ll survive a muddy hike, beach trip, or accidental swan dive into a lake.

There’s more, of course. The circuit board can be swapped out for future upgrades, making the Pine Beat a rare bit of tech that might still be with you in five years – assuming you don’t leave it at the campsite. Then there’s the accessories, all sustainably made in the UK and weirdly satisfying in how modular they make everything feel. Want to stick it to your paddleboard? Use the Mag Base. Hang it from a tree? The Cord’s got a carabiner and plenty of attitude. Peg it into the ground at your next BBQ? The Peg Stake’s got you.

Poca’s Pine Beat is available now directly from Poca for £170. US pricing and availability hasn’t been announced yet. Extra batteries and accessories are £25 each, and bundle deals are available if you’re kitting the Bluetooth speaker out.

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Connor Jewiss

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Connor is a writer for Stuff, working across the magazine and the Stuff.tv website. He has been writing for around nine years now across the web and in print too. Connor has attended the biggest tech expos, including CES, MWC, and IFA – with contributions as a judge on panels at them. He's also been interviewed as a technology expert on TV and radio by national news outlets including France24. Connor has experience with most major platforms, though does hold a place in his heart for macOS, iOS/iPadOS, electric vehicles, and smartphone tech. Just like everyone else around here, he's a fan of gadgets of all sorts. Aside from writing, Connor is involved in the startup and venture capital scene, which puts him at the front of new and exciting tech - he is always on the lookout for innovative products.

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Mobile, macOS, EVs, smart home