Overall Score 6.5 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by a casing, against dust and liquids. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX5, the JBL Live Free 2's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids 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 prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
For a device to be true wireless it should have no cables linking any part of the device together, JBL Live Free 2 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have wires. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds .
JBL Live Free 2 are resistant to sweat
JBL Live Free 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that JBL Live Free 2's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.
Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced technology to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then inverts the soundwaves to counter it. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (noise) and adding -1 (counter sound by the device) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.
The JBL Live Free 2 have ANC enabling you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds.
The JBL Live Free 2 sit tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal that tones down your environment sounds well as preventing the device sound from leaking out at the same.
The JBL Live Free 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size corellates with the sound made by the earbuds.
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 while at it.
The JBL Live Free 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio device produces high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, 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.
The JBL Live Free 2's battery life is 7 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is commonly 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 the JBL Live Free 2's case is said to have a charge of 28 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.
JBL Live Free 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case.
JBL Live Free 2 use USB TYPE-C, a 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 range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
The JBL Live Free 2 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
JBL Live Free 2 have 6 microphones.
JBL Live Free 2 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the desired sound.
The JBL Live Free 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even when wearing them
The JBL Live Free 2 support fast charging. Most often, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
JBL Live Free 2 have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, 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 have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.
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. Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.
The JBL Live Free 2 come with their own special case. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your pockets without a casing may easily put them at risk of getting damaged.