JBL Live Free 2
See price on AmazonOverall Score 5.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
IP ratings refer to the rank of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value means protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX5, the JBL Live Free 2's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 5 means that they can withstand medium pressure jet that's 6.3mm diameter, similar to garden hose from any angle for 3 minutes at a distance of 2.5 to 3 metres.
The JBL Live Free 2 have a weight of 9.8g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JBL Live Free 2 are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is a key difference since wireless earbuds have wires connecting the 2 earbuds .
JBL Live Free 2 have sweat resistance
JBL Live Free 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Live Free 2's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced technology to actively counter noise. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and after generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 therefore "diluting" the noise.
The JBL Live Free 2 have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, good for your ears since you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.
The JBL Live Free 2 stay tightly in place, creating a sound seal that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device voice audio from leaking out .
JBL Live Free 2 have a unit size of 11mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size dictates the loudness of the earbuds.
The JBL Live Free 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.
JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well a particular audio component generates high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal while at it.
The sound pressure level, is the pressure level of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Live Free 2's measurement is 102dB/mW. Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.
JBL Live Free 2's battery life is 7 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is usually given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and JBL Live Free 2's case is said to have a full charge of 28 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before having to recharge the case itself.
JBL Live Free 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.
The JBL Live Free 2 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Live Free 2 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.
The JBL Live Free 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.
The JBL Live Free 2 have 6 microphones.
JBL Live Free 2 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are made to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The JBL Live Free 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing them
The JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
JBL Live Free 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, this 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 having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
JBL Live Free 2 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
With the JBL Live Free 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the earbuds.
The JBL Live Free 2 have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection.
The JBL Live Free 2 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earphones without a case, or placing them in your pockets without a cover can easily put them at risk of getting damaged.