Beats by Dre

Media devices are all about mobility, and speakers are no different. Beats Electronics, of Beats by Dr. Dre headphones fame, announced today the arrival of a compact portable speaker that's "just what the Doctor ordered": the Beats Pill.

Beats Electronics' new wireless, Bluetooth-compatible stereo is a direct competitor to the bestselling Jambox Smartspeaker by Jawbone, the rectangular speaker box available in multiple colors. Both cordless audio devices broadcast music and phone calls from iOS and Android smartphones and include a built-in mic for conferencing.

So which wireless speaker is right for you? See a side-by-side breakdown of the best that Beats Pill and Jambox have to offer, after the break.

Like a little bling on your tech? Apparently, so does Lil Wayne. He was spotted courtside at the 2012 NBA All-Star Game last night wearing these diamond-studded Beats by Dr. Dre headphones. Celebrity style with celebrity-style prices, I bet.

What do you think about the headphones — love 'em or is it just too much?

Not to be outdone by any possible new celebrity-endorsed gadgets at this year's CES, Beats by Dre has partnered up with designer Oscar de la Renta for the ultimate in fashion and performance — a limited-edition set of silver fox-covered Beats complete with CloudTalk so you can chat on your iPhone and walk the urban catwalk at the same time.

These plush cans remind me of earmuffs I used to wear as a kid, but are definitely more expensive. They come with an equally luxurious price tag of $695. Your music had better be on point.