Hercules hot on the heels of the Logitech Z5 with the XPS 2.0 35 USB

Laptops and netbooks are great for using out and about, but their audio output is rarely up to scratch.

But what if you could put that right for just a few quid? Well, several manufacturers are on hand to help you to do just that, with their USB-powered portable mini speakers.

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So after the Altec Lansing Orbit and the Logitech Z-5, now Hercules is set to release its own set of budget mini speakers, the XPS 2.0 35 USB. They come complete with a travel case and feature the classic microphone entry and headphones socket combo.

The great news is that Hercules' recommended retail price for the XPS 2.0 35 USB speakers is just £19.99. They're due to hit the shops at the end of May.

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