The Bose Soundlink Max is $120 off ahead of the July 4th weekend

The Bose Soundlink Max is usually $399, but has been on steep discount this week at Amazon, Best Buy, and directly from Bose for $279. This Bluetooth speaker has a big and bold sound, with a wide soundstage that impressed us in our review. It’s great for the outdoors thanks to its IP67 rating, meaning splashes and sand won’t affect it. The built-in battery lasts up to 20 hours on a single charge, and the speaker can top up your other devices as needed from its USB-C port. Bose Sound Link Max Bose’s SoundLink Max improves on the smaller flex with true stereo sound — and very powerful sound at that. It’s got a removable handle for easy transport, and there’s an aux input for playing audio when you want to listen at a higher quality than what Bluetooth can deliver. Read our review. Where to Buy: $399 $329 at Amazon $399 $329 at Bose The SoundLink Max sounds excellent, though it’s missing a few features we expect to have with any Bluetooth speaker that has a premium price tag. For example, you can’t use it as a speakerphone for calls (it lacks a microphone), and it doesn’t support Wi-Fi, so you’ll have to connect with either Bluetooth or a 3.5mm cable. The speaker’s colorful finishes are attractive, though in our review we noticed that its surface scratches easily and may show wear over time. Read our Bose Soundlink Max review. window.HYPE_DESK_CONFIG = { productImageUrl: "https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/06/-1-2.jpg", productImageAlt: "Dreame L40 Ultra Gen 2 Robot Vacuum and Mop", productTitle: "Dreame L40 Ultra Gen 2 Robot Vacuum and Mop", shortDescription: "Flagship cleaning performance at a price worth taking seriously.", longDescription: "Premium robot vacuum features at a price that actually makes sense. The L40 Ultra Gen 2 vacuums, mops, and handles its own maintenance without asking much of you in return. Smart navigation covers the whole home efficiently and the self-cleaning dock keeps things runn