What Can the Smartbase Wireless Do?

At its core, the Smartbase Wireless is a phone dock that connects via Bluetooth to Android or iOS phones with built-in speakers, to make hands free calls or stream audio. This is a far safer option for drivers than holding a phone, and offers better quality than using the speakerphone included on mobile devices.

Other “hands free” options still require drivers to click buttons to make or accept the initial call, which still creates a moment of unsafe distraction from the road. The Smartbase Wireless responds to user voice commands, similar to Smart Home devices like Amazon Echo or Google Home. In fact, the voice assistants Google Now and Apple Siri are both supported by the Smartbase, so this is expanding the connected car ecosystem.

While the latest iteration of Bluetooth 4.1 technology is great for audio quality, it isn’t so great for phone battery life, and generally drains the tank pretty quickly. When I’ve used Bluetooth to stream audio and make calls, I’ve found that often a 45-minute ride with this activity has cut my battery life by almost 30%, which puts a serious dent in the longevity for the rest of the day.