Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android Review | 130 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£60
  • Avg. price in US: ~$70
  • Audio output power: 10.00 W
  • Battery life: 8 hours
  • IP rating: ?
  • Bluetooth version: 2.1
  • Weight: 2020 g

Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android review. Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

6.8

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Speakers category.

Score components:

80.0%

6.8

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
6.8

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

32.0%

6.8

Audio

20.0%

6.9

Battery

18.0%

7.6

Durability

16.0%

5.3

Connectivity

8.0%

8.5

Controls

3.0%

7.1

Design

3.0%

3.9

Smart features

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 5.6
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    4.0

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    20.0%

    8.0

    Weight

    15.0%

    2.8

    Battery life

  • 3.9
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.9

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    2.8

    Battery life

    15.0%

    8.0

    Weight

    15.0%

    ?

    Party mode

  • 4.2
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    4.0

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    1.9

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    8.0

    Weight

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Verdict

The Philips Fidelio AS140 is a compact Android-dedicated speaker dock featuring 10W RMS total stereo output power, integrated Bluetooth 2.1 connectivity (supporting A2DP, AVRCP, and SPP profiles), an FM digital radio tuner, and a built-in micro-USB FlexiDock for simultaneous audio streaming and device charging. Key advantages include its advanced Bass Reflex Speaker System which yields deep, robust bass tones, seamless automatic synchronization via the specialized DockStudio app, a convenient dual-alarm clock system with a gentle wake-up feature, and an alternative 3.5mm MP3-Link audio input. However, notable drawbacks include its lack of a built-in rechargeable battery, requiring an AC power adapter for operation, an outdated Bluetooth version, and reports that the strong bass can occasionally feel overpowering or distracting at lower playback volumes.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

32.0%

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Audio

20.0%

?

Battery

18.0%

?

Durability

16.0%

?

Connectivity

8.0%

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Controls

3.0%

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Design

3.0%

?

Smart features

6.8
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a technical score of 6.76 points, which is lower than 54.3% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
1.0
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 58.2% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.

When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.8

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.7
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.7 points, which is higher than 40.7% of products in this category.
Audio output power
What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 W

10.00 W
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has an audio output power of 10.00 W which is lower than that of 66.1% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 10.00 W.
Driver unit size
What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 50 mm

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Number of drivers
What it is: The total number of speaker drivers built into the unit.
When it matters: When fuller driver arrays and broader sound coverage matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 2

2
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has 2 drivers, which is more than 24.5% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 45.5% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 2.
Frequency response tolerance
What it is: The allowed deviation around the stated frequency response curve.
When it matters: When a flatter and more accurate frequency response matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 3 dB

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Lowest frequency
What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <= 60 Hz

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Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive audio over Bluetooth.
When it matters: When wireless playback from phones, tablets, or computers matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

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Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.
When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 5.0

2.1
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android supports Bluetooth version 2.1 which is older than that of 92% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 2.1.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: The farthest distance at which the Bluetooth link can remain usable.
When it matters: When the source device may be far from the speaker.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 10 m

10.00 m
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10.00 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range: 10.00 m.
Bluetooth profiles supported
What it is: The Bluetooth operating profiles available for playback, control, or calls.
When it matters: When Bluetooth playback, control, and call compatibility depend on specific profiles.

Importance: LOW

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Bluetooth LE Audio
What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports the low-energy Bluetooth audio standard.
When it matters: When newer low-power Bluetooth audio features matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Battery life
What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.
When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 h

8 hours
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a battery life of 8 hours which is shorter than that of 68.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 11.6% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.
When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 5000 mAh

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Charging time
What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery fully.
When it matters: When the speaker needs to be ready again quickly.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 4 h

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Maximum charging input power
What it is: The maximum charging power the speaker can accept from a compatible power source.
When it matters: When faster charging requires the speaker to accept more input power.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 20 W

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Built-in rechargeable battery
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker uses a battery that can be recharged.
When it matters: When portable use without disposable batteries or continuous mains power matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
What it is: The ingress protection code for dust and water resistance.
When it matters: When dust and water protection need to match the intended environment.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: IP67+

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Water resistance
What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.
When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

no
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android is not water resistant. 61.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
What it is: Shows whether the enclosure is protected against dust ingress.
When it matters: When the speaker may be exposed to sand, soil, or dusty environments.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

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Waterproof depth rating
What it is: The maximum water depth the speaker is rated to withstand.
When it matters: When the speaker may be submerged or used very close to water.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 1 m

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Drop resistance
What it is: Indicates whether the housing is designed to survive accidental drops.
When it matters: When the speaker may be bumped or suffer an accidental fall during outdoor or travel use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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On-device controls placement
What it is: The physical area of the speaker where its controls are located.
When it matters: When you want controls that are easy to reach in the speaker intended placement.

Importance: LOW

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Touchscreen
What it is: Indicates whether a touch-sensitive screen is integrated.
When it matters: When direct visual control is more convenient than buttons or an app.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
The speaker does not have an integrated touchscreen.
Smartphone app control
What it is: Shows whether the speaker can be controlled from a phone app.
When it matters: When remote settings, updates, or sound adjustment from a phone matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
Remote control
What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated remote control is supplied or supported.
When it matters: When you want to control playback from across the room.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android does not include a remote control. 15% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No dedicated remote control is documented.
Fast pairing
What it is: Shows whether setup with compatible devices can be completed more quickly.
When it matters: When quick setup with compatible devices matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android does not support fast pairing. 22.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No qualifying fast-pair capability; initial pairing is manual or standard.
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Weight
What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 1000 g

2020 g
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android weighs 2020 g which is heavier than that of 72.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.1% of portable speakers.
Height
What it is: The vertical external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit beneath shelves or in a compact bag.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 20 cm

16 cm
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a height of 16 cm which is taller than that of 61.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 1.2% of portable speakers.
Width
What it is: The side-to-side external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit a narrow shelf, bag, or tabletop.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 25 cm

29 cm
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a width of 29 cm which is wider than that of 77.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.3% of portable speakers.
Depth
What it is: The front-to-back depth of the speaker housing.
When it matters: When the speaker should take up less front-to-back space.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 10 cm

11.3 cm
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a depth of 11.3 cm which is deeper than that of 66.2% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.2% of portable speakers.
Carry options
What it is: The available ways to carry, hang, or attach the speaker.
When it matters: When a handle, strap, or attachment point changes how you carry the speaker.

Importance: LOW

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Companion app name
What it is: The official app used to control settings and functions of the speaker.
When it matters: When app compatibility and the available control features depend on the official app.

Importance: LOW

DockStudio
Firmware updates
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive firmware revisions after purchase.
When it matters: When post-purchase fixes and feature improvements matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android does not support firmware updates. 47.2% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No supported user-accessible firmware update path.
Firmware update method
What it is: The path used to install firmware updates on the speaker.
When it matters: When the convenience and reliability of installing updates matters.

Importance: LOW

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Voice assistant support
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can work with supported voice assistants.
When it matters: When hands-free control through a compatible assistant matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No direct supported voice-assistant control.
Spotify Connect
What it is: Shows whether Spotify can stream directly to the speaker over the network.
When it matters: When Spotify should stream directly without keeping phone audio active.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android does not support Spotify Connect. 10.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Does not support native Spotify Connect.
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Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android vs the average portable speaker

  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
    Provides true stereo output within the unit.
    What it is: Shows whether the device uses separate left and right audio channels.
    When it matters: When true left-and-right channel playback matters without pairing a second speaker.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • Has an equalizer
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
    Offers user-selectable EQ, tone adjustment, or sound presets.
    What it is: Shows whether the sound balance can be adjusted across frequency ranges.
    When it matters: When you want to adjust bass, midrange, or treble balance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Includes a power adapter
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
    What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated power adapter is included in the box.
    When it matters: When you want the required charging hardware supplied in the box.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • Has an FM radio
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has an FM radio, while the average portable speaker does not have an FM radio.
    What it is: Shows whether the speaker includes an FM radio receiver.
    When it matters: When listening to broadcast radio without a separate source matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has an FM radio, while the average portable speaker does not have an FM radio.
  • Supports playback mute
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
    Speaker playback audio can be directly muted.
    What it is: Indicates whether audio or microphone output can be muted directly.
    When it matters: When audio needs to be silenced immediately from the speaker.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
  • Has a sleep timer
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.
    A selectable timer can stop playback or power the speaker down.
    What it is: Shows whether automatic shutoff can be scheduled after a chosen time.
    When it matters: When automatic shutoff after a chosen period is useful.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.
  • Has built-in stereo speakers
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has built-in stereo speakers, while the average portable speaker does not have built-in stereo speakers.
  • Includes a power adapter
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android includes a power adapter, while the average portable speaker does not include a power adapter.
  • Has an equalizer
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has an equalizer, while the average portable speaker does not have an equalizer.
  • Has an FM radio
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has an FM radio, while the average portable speaker does not have an FM radio.
  • Supports playback mute
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android supports playback mute, while the average portable speaker does not support playback mute.
  • Has a sleep timer
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a sleep timer, while the average portable speaker does not have a sleep timer.
  • 25 dB lower signal-to-noise ratio
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (55 dB vs 80 dB).
    Signal-to-noise ratio: 55.00 dB.
  • 10 W less audio output power
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (10 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 10.00 W.
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 2.1.
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).
  • Is not water resistant
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • Does not provide voice prompts
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
    No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
  • 1,220 g heavier
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android is heavier than the average portable speaker (2020 g vs 800 g).
  • 10.9 cm wider
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android is wider than the average portable speaker (29 cm vs 18.1 cm).
  • 3 cm deeper
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android is deeper than the average portable speaker (11.3 cm vs 8.3 cm).
  • 3.6 cm taller
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android is taller than the average portable speaker (16 cm vs 12.4 cm).
  • 9 older
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2010 vs 2019).
    Release year: 2010.
  • Is not water resistant
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
    What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.
    When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 4 hours shorter battery life
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).
    What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.
    When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 20 h

    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a shorter battery life than the average portable speaker (8 hours vs 12 hours).8 hours vs 12 hours
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 2.1.
    What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.
    When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 5.0

    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).2.1 vs 5.0
  • 25 dB lower signal-to-noise ratio
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (55 dB vs 80 dB).
    Signal-to-noise ratio: 55.00 dB.
    What it is: The ratio between the wanted audio signal and background noise.
    When it matters: When cleaner audio with less background noise matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 80 dB

    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has a lower signal-to-noise ratio than the average portable speaker (55 dB vs 80 dB).55.00 dB vs 80 dB
  • 10 W less audio output power
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (10 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 10.00 W.
    What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
    When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 20 W

    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (10 W vs 20.00 W).10.00 W vs 20.00 W
  • 1,220 g heavier
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android is heavier than the average portable speaker (2020 g vs 800 g).
    What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
    When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <= 1000 g

    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android is heavier than the average portable speaker (2020 g vs 800 g).2020 g vs 800 g
  • Does not provide voice prompts
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
    No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
    What it is: Indicates whether spoken status messages are used for user feedback.
    When it matters: When spoken feedback for pairing, battery, or operating status is useful.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
  • 10.9 cm wider
    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android is wider than the average portable speaker (29 cm vs 18.1 cm).
    What it is: The side-to-side external dimension of the speaker body.
    When it matters: When the speaker must fit a narrow shelf, bag, or tabletop.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <= 25 cm

    Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android is wider than the average portable speaker (29 cm vs 18.1 cm).29 cm vs 18.1 cm

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android?

  • Versatile FlexiDock design securely fits and charges a wide variety of Android smartphone shapes and micro-USB port alignments.
  • Delivers surprisingly rich audio performance with clean high notes and punchy low-end via its built-in Bass Reflex Speaker System.
  • Smooth and effortless Bluetooth pairing that establishes a fast connection with multiple Android devices.
  • Multi-functional bedroom integration featuring dual alarms, FM radio, and automated clock synchronization once docked.
  • Sturdy yet sleek geometric design that takes up minimal desktop or nightstand real estate.

What customers dislike about Philips Fidelio AS140 Bluetooth Android?

  • The proprietary Philips companion mobile application is frequently criticized for being unstable, buggy, and adding little functional value.
  • Lacks modern, standard physical media ports such as a USB playback slot, an SD memory card expansion reader, or a standard auxiliary line-out.
  • Using thick third-party protective cases can block the smartphone from sliding cleanly or locking into the physical micro-USB port.
  • Audio can sometimes suffer from standard low-bandwidth Bluetooth compression artifacts like minor background hiss or high-end tinny distortion.
  • Does not include a dedicated physical remote control for distant, quick-access playback manipulation.

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