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Ikea supersized its cheap Bluetooth speaker and added an optical input

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Andrew Liszewski
Ikea supersized its cheap Bluetooth speaker and added an optical input
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Ikea has released the Badkruka, a larger, non-portable Bluetooth speaker that includes an optical input for home theater connectivity. It features multi-speaker pairing, Spotify Tap support, and three distinct EQ modes.

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This product signals Ikea's continued expansion into the home audio market, offering budget-friendly alternatives to traditional high-end home theater equipment.

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Ikea’s new Badkruka wireless Bluetooth speaker is now available in the US for $59.99. It’s reminiscent of the colorful and tiny $10 Kallsup speaker that Ikea debuted earlier this year at CES 2026, but at almost seven inches tall, the boxy Badkruka isn’t designed with portability in mind as it also lacks a rechargeable battery.

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