Ingress protection ratings refer to the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IP66, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's rating is read as, the first value of 6 denotes that they are completely dust proof, and of liquids that they can withstand high pressure jet that's 12.5mm diameter, similar to fire hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 meters..
Compared to the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, Nothing Ear 1 have a rating of IPX4 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
Nothing Ear 1 has a lower liquid rating than JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a weight of 20g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are easier to move with. Nothing Ear 1, at 9.4g
weigh less than the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC with a difference -10.6g
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires.
This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds together. Nothing Ear 1 also is true wireless because it has no wires connecting the two earbuds .
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC come with wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC are resistant to sweat
Nothing Ear 1's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have stereo speakers, what this means is that JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
The Nothing Ear 1 also have stereo speakers
ANC makes use of more advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds. The Nothing Ear 1 too have ANC which makes both devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each operate with different noise cancellation settings, pick the mode that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC sit tightly in place, creating a sound seal that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the device sound from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction which implies that they reduce ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC driver unit is 8mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size dictates the loudness of the device.
Nothing Ear 1 driver unit is 11.6mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 3.6mm
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low audible frequencies and if it alters the signal while at it.
Nothing Ear 1's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal bass
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well a particular audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. Nothing Ear 1's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this means that
both devices generate equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, in decibels, dB, JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's measurement is 110dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery life is 15 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. Nothing Ear 1's battery life is
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 10 hours
. Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's case is said to have a full charge of 55 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself.
Nothing Ear 1's charging case has a battery life of 29 hours,
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 26 hours
It takes 3 hours to fully charge the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. Nothing Ear 1 takes 1.5 hours to fully charge the battery,
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 1.5 hours
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, the device supports wireless charging.
To charge the device, you just place down on a compatible charging pad. Nothing Ear 1 also support wireless charging, take note of the charging standard of a device. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights indicate the charging status of your device and charging case. Nothing Ear 1 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators enable you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
Nothing Ear 1 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Nothing Ear 1 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Nothing Ear 1 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC will work fine with your MacBook.
If you intend on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have 6 microphones. Nothing Ear 1 microphones are 6,
equal to that of the JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out noise.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound. The Nothing Ear 1 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
The Nothing Ear 1 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of your surrounding, say you’re having a run but still want to be able to hear traffic. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused. Nothing Ear 1 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience.
The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to charge a device. Nothing Ear 1 support fast charging.
This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery is filling up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 minutes. The JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the earbuds.
Nothing Ear 1 too have a control panel on them. JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have a warranty period of 2 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals. When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement a malfunction occurs.
Nothing Ear 1 have a warranty period of 1Years,
less than that of JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC by 1 Years
.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC have voice prompts. Automatically receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. Nothing Ear 1 too support voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge the earbuds.
JLab Audio Epic Air Sport ANC come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing may easily damage them. Nothing Ear 1 too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
