Ultimate Ears today announced a firmware update that brings Siri and Google Now integration to its UE Boom 2 and UE Megaboom speakers, making it easier for iPhone and Android users to play and control music on the devices without needing to access their phones.

With Siri integration, pushing the Bluetooth button on the UE Boom 2 or the UE Megaboom activates Apple's virtual assistant, allowing users to do things like request specific songs through Apple Music, place phone calls, and more. Google Now integration offers similar capabilities on Android devices.

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"Music lovers can now truly stay in the moment, playing their favorite song from the middle of the pool or even while diving off a cliff with their UE speaker in hand," said Charlotte Johs, general manager of Ultimate Ears. "No matter how wet, muddy or wild the situation, with Siri and Google Now voice integration on UE BOOM 2 and UE MEGABOOM, fans no longer need to pick up their phone to play DJ. Now, they can just say it to play it."

Ultimate Ears is known for creating waterproof, shockproof speakers that are able to hold up to the elements for listening to music at home and on the go, and Siri integration should be a welcome addition for iPhone users who often use their UE speakers in wet or dirty conditions.

The firmware update can be installed through an update to the UE Boom and UE Megaboom apps, which is available today.

The UE Boom 2 and the UE Megaboom can be purchased from the Ultimate Ears website for $200 and $300, respectively. Both the UE Boom 2 and the UE Megaboom are also available from Amazon.com at slightly lower prices.

Top Rated Comments

Mac Fly (film) Avatar
118 months ago
This is the best speaker the Catholic Church has made so far.
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Peel Avatar
118 months ago
I saw the picture and thought they were selling multi-colored bibles.
Score: 1 Votes (Like | Disagree)
FreeState Avatar
118 months ago
Just updated mine, works great - will really come in handy in the shower. Or controlling HomeKit...
Score: 1 Votes (Like | Disagree)
MH01 Avatar
118 months ago
This is the best speaker the Catholic Church has made so far.
Lol good spot :)
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newyorksole Avatar
118 months ago
Had the smaller model and now own the MegaBoom, amazing speakers. My favorite on the market.
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MH01 Avatar
118 months ago
I dont get it; are you commenting on the design?
It's looks like it's for a cross on it.
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