Jbl Tune Flex Vs. Apple Airpods (3Rd Gen) Review

Ingress protection ratings is the rating of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating means protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the JBL Tune Flex's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. In comparison to the JBL Tune Flex, Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a rating of IPX4 meaning that we are not yet certain of their rating with solids (dust) and that of liquids is that, they both have the same rating against liquids The JBL Tune Flex have a weight of 9.6g . We consider a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are easier to move with.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), at 8.56g are lighter than the JBL Tune Flex by -1.04g For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, JBL Tune Flex are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key difference as some wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds . Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also is true wireless since it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds . JBL Tune Flex are resistant to sweat Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) and JBL Tune Flex have stereo speakers ANC utilises more advanced technology to actively cancel noise.

ANC works when, it listens to the sound pattern of incoming noise and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero therefore "diluting" the noise.

JBL Tune Flex have ANC enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, causing less ear fatigue since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background noise.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes either of the earbuds ideal for flights and morning commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation types, pick the setting that you prefer for commute or that suites your relaxation time. JBL Tune Flex sit well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down background noise well as preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out . Both Apple AirPods (3rd Gen), and JBL Tune Flex have passive noise reduction this means that both limit ambient noise without using technology to cancel it out.

JBL Tune Flex have a unit size of 12mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size determines the sound made by the device. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) driver unit is 11mm in diameter, which implies that they have a smaller driver unit than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1mm , many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they deliver better quality sound. JBL Tune Flex's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s lowest frequency is at 10Hz, this implies that Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) produce a juicier bass than the JBL Tune Flex JBL Tune Flex's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component produces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that both devices produce equal treble The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Tune Flex's measurement is 108dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. The JBL Tune Flex's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge.

A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s battery life is less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 hours . Each time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is not noticeable at first, but over a few years, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

This is given by the vendor, and the JBL Tune Flex's case is said to have a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen)'s charging case has a battery life of 30 hours, more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 6 hours It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Tune Flex's battery.

It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) takes 0.3 hours to fully charge the battery, less than that of JBL Tune Flex by 1.7 hours The JBL Tune Flex have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery. The battery indicator lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to tell the charging state of your device, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. The JBL Tune Flex support USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. The JBL Tune Flex have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) has a Bluetooth version of 5, older than that of JBL Tune Flex . Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The JBL Tune Flex have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex JBL Tune Flex support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio.

It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Tune Flex will work fine with your iPhone.

If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

JBL Tune Flex have 4 microphones. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) microphones are 6, more than that of JBL Tune Flex by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise. The JBL Tune Flex have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments. JBL Tune Flex microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa.

The magnitude of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the voice that the microphone can recognize. JBL Tune Flex support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing them When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, the JBL Tune Flex have a find earbuds feature.

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have the find earbuds feature. You can use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your device to help you find them. JBL Tune Flex support fast charging.

Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too support fast charging. It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster.

Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just thirty minutes. The JBL Tune Flex support multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) support multipoint count of 2, equal to that of the JBL Tune Flex . Bluetooth multipoint is useful because you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another device. The JBL Tune Flex have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have the mute function.

The mute function means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk. The JBL Tune Flex, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) also have a control panel on them.

The JBL Tune Flex have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is a problem with the connection. The Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is running low, and it's time to recharge the device.

The JBL Tune Flex come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them in your bag without a casing can easily put them at risk of getting damaged. Apple AirPods (3rd Gen) too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.