The internal duplex microphone allows for hands-free speakerphone calls with most any Bluetooth cell phone as well as compatibility with FaceTime, iChat, Skype and other applications.

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Blaster Bee is a rechargeable, compact-size, on-the-go stereo speaker that plays music wirelessly from any Bluetooth device and that can double as a hands-free speakerphone, with its built-in microphone.

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Using a hands-free headset or placing it on speakerphone would be simple way to avoid handling and touching the smartphone surface.

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You can even take your calls hands free with the built-in speakerphone, making BRAVEN the perfect companion for your mobile phone or tablet.

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The Bluetooth portable speaker doubles as mobile home theaterin the office, garage or dorm room, providing the same impressive audio when playing movies, TV shows, or games on a connected mobile device. boomBOTTLE also features a built-in microphone for use as an enhanced speakerphone capable of delivering clear, echo-free phone conversations.

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The dynamic speaker also includes a built-in microphone, for use as an enhanced speakerphone, capable of delivering crisp, clear echo-free phone conversations.

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