Last month, Harman International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. invited us to an even where they unveiled their new series of earphones and speakers equipped with Google Assistant.
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With Google Assistant you could simply say “Okay Google” while near the speakers and you can ask questions such as the weather condition, how old the current president is, and it can even tell jokes. As a JBL Speaker the best thing you could do is to stream directly via the speaker, where you just tell it what song you want to play and it would play it for you.
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Providing more options for Filipino audiophiles, Harman International Philippines Rep Office has brought in the local market the JBL Live Series, Tune Series, Under Armour Series, Endurance Peak, and speaker series — all carrying the JBL® Signature Sound and each designed to fit every type of music lover.
PERSONAL AUDIO
JBL Live Series
Made for users who make listening to their favorite tunes an important part of their lifestyle, the JBL Live Series combines premium sound and stylish design. First announced during the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2019 in Las Vegas, the JBL Live Series is comprised of the JBL Live 400BT, JBL Live 500BT, JBL Live 650BTNC, Live 100, and the Live 200BT.
Equipped with the Ambient Aware technology, both the JBL Live 400BT and JBL Live 500BT allow users to be aware of the surroundings even while wearing headphones. With Ambient Aware, users can adjust the volume of either the left or right earcup of the JBL Live 400BT and the JBL Live 500BT. An addition to this is the TalkThru feature which allows users to talk to other people without removing the headphones.
Another model of the Live series is the JBL Live 650BTNC which attribute its main selling point to its Google Assistant function accessible by just tapping its right earcup. Amplifying more the signature JBL sound, the JBL Live 650BTNC, as its name suggests, has noise-cancelling capabilities to let users enjoy music without distractions.
Other notable features of the JBL Live 650BTNC include up to 30 hours of battery life, and a speed charging capability which equates a 15-minute charge to 2 hours of playtime. Sound settings of the JBL Live 650BTNC can also be tweaked using the My JBL Headphones App available for free download on Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
For users who’d prefer to have in-ear earphones, the JBL Live series also has the JBL Live 100 and the JBL Live 200BT.
JBL Tune Series
Expanding its lifestyle lineup, Harman International Philippines Rep Office has also brought in the country new headphone models under the JBL Tune Series including the JBL Tune 500, JBL Tune 500BT, and the JBL Tune 600BTNC.
The JBL Tune 500, while it’s the only model of the Tune Series that is wired, its cables are made tangle-free to assure that users can still freely move with the help of its lightweight and foldable design. It comes with Google Assistant accessible through the JBL Tune 500’s one-button remote and microphone.
For users who’d prefer wireless headphones, the JBL Tune series has the JBL Tune 500BT and the JBL Tune 600BTNC to offer.
Available in trendy colors of black, blue, pink, and white, the JBL Tune 500BT can last up to 16 hours of continuous music playback. It also comes with a multi-point connection feature to allow seamless switching between multiple music sources like smartphones and laptops.
Joining JBL’s array of noise-cancelling headphones is the JBL Tune 600BTNC which comes with 12 hours of battery life with its Active Noise-Cancelling feature on, and can be fully-charged in just two hours.
JBL Endurance Peak
From lifestyle to active users, JBL has something to offer. An example is the new JBL Endurance Peak, one of the brand’s offerings under its true wireless sports earphones lineup.
A perfect gear for the adventurous, the JBL Endurance Peak can be used under different weather conditions as it comes with an IPX7 waterproof rating. Other than carrying the signature JBL premium sound, the JBL Endurance Peak is made to ergonomically fit the ears with its TwistLock and FlexSoft technologies.
Out of the box, the JBL Endurance Peak comes with a rugged smart charging case with 24 hours of total backup charge, and equates a 10-minute quick charge for 1 hour of music playback. Music control is also made seamless with the JBL Endurance Peak’s touch function.
JBL Under Armour Series
The collaboration between sports-lifestyle brand Under Armour and JBL was first announced in 2016. Since then, the partnership has produced headphones and earphones that embody not only JBL’s expertise in sound and audio but also Under Armour’s trademark design.
This year, JBL Philippines brings in four new models under this lineup including the JBL Under Armour Sports Flex, JBL Under Armour Sports React, JBL Under Armour Sports Pivot, and the JBL Under Armour Sports Wireless Train.
Leading the JBL Under Armour Sports lineup is the JBL Under Armour Sports Wireless Train which carries the JBL Charge Sound to further intensify users’ workout. It also comes with the Under Armour Fabric Technology so that the earphones can maintain its comfortable form.
It has the UA SuperVent on its outer ear cushions that deliver true breathability with a fast-drying and hand washable removable fabric. In terms of its battery, the JBL Under Armour Sports Wireless Train can play music for 16 hours, and is capable of turning a 5-minute charge to one hour of audio playback. Similar to other JBL earphones, the JBL Under Armour Sports Wireless Train has the TalkThru technology.
The JBL Sports Under Armour Flex has lightweight, flexible neckband carrying four buttons for music control combined with sports flex fit ear tips for complete ergonomics. A special feature of the JBL Under Armour Sports Flex is its RunSafe LED, a safety light feature which keeps users visible at night using three flashing modes.
The JBL Under Armour Sports Wireless React and the JBL Under Armour Sports Wireless Pivot, on the other hand, both have bionic hearing features that allow users to hear the environment even when using the earphones, including the Ambient Aware and TalkThru technologies.
True to its name, the JBL Under Armour Sports True Wireless Flash offers a truly cord-free music experience. It comes with the Under Armour waterproof technology, and the Sport Flex Fit ear tips for ergonomics and perfect fit, so the earphones don’t fall off even how intensive a workout is. Other notable features of the JBL Under Armour Sports True Wireless Flash include the Bionic Hearing with TalkThru and AmbientAware technologies. For its battery, the JBL Under Armour Sports True Wireless Flash comes with a 25-hour battery life, and has a durable aluminum charging case.
SPEAKERS
Aside from personal audio products, JBL Philippines is also expanding its speakers portfolio with four new models: JBL Party Box 300, JBL Charge 4, JBL Jr. Pop, and the JBL Link View.
Made to bring loud, energizing sound everywhere you go, the JBL Party Box 300 is a powerful party speaker with light effects. It comes with a 10,000mAh battery for 18 hours of non-stop music, and can be charged using the 12V DC ports of cars. The JBL Party Box 300 can also be used as power bank to fuel up smartphones and other devices.
The JBL Party Box 300 is also designed to connect up to two speakers simultaneously, and has a microphone and guitar inputs. Its PureBass sound mode can derive music using Bluetooth and USB playback.
JBL Charge 4
A proof of the saying that big things come in small packages, the JBL Charge 4 packs two functions into one portable Bluetooth speaker. Other than playing your favorite tunes wherever you go, the JBL Charge 4 can also be used to fuel up your devices simultaneously while producing tunes, as it comes with 7,500mAh battery which is bigger than its predecessor, the JBL Charge 3. To replenish its battery, the JBL Charge 4 has a USB Type-C port.
Available in wide color options, the JBL Charge 4 comes with a rugged, waterproof design, and has 20 hours of playback time. With JBL Connect+ technology, you can wirelessly link more than 100 JBL Connect+ enabled speakers to amplify the party.
An addition to the JBL Jr. headphones under the JBL Kids line, the JBL Jr. Pop delivers fun sound for the little ones. It comes in a rugged, waterproof design in pop, trendy colors which kids can decorate using JBL stickers, plus a built-in multicolor light mode. The JBL Jr. Pop can play music for five hours.
The JBL Link View is an addition to your home you never thought you’re missing. It is a Google Assistant voice-activated speaker with an 8-inch high definition touch screen display. An important feature of the JBL Link View is its PrivacySwitch which is the company’s take to assure users of cybersecurity. With the PrivacySwitch, users’ privacy and security is protected with a physical camera shutter and microphone.
More than just delivering music, the JBL Link View can also be used for video calls using its 5-megapixel front camera. With Google Assistant, users can also inquire anything under the sun through voice commands.
All of these products are now available through authorized JBL partner stores and distributors.
