Jbl ontour micro 3.5mm release date update#
Jbl ontour micro 3.5mm release date Bluetooth#

From my tests, I'd say it would have to be a relatively small living room - it can only output so much sound as a single speaker.

Jbl ontour micro 3.5mm release date Bluetooth#

For some reason, it uses the older Bluetooth 4.2 instead of 5.0, but I didn't have any problems with connectivity.īose says it can fill a living room with sound. While Bose's SoundLink Micro also delivers impressive sound for its tiny size, this speaker is bigger, weighing just over a pound (0.45 kg) and measuring 7.9 inches wide, 2.1 inches deep and 3.6 inches high (20 by 5.3 by 9.1cm), so the Flex sounds significantly better than the Micro. The Flex also floats and Bose says it can survive drops and bumps, with a soft silicone back and powder-coated steel grille that 'won't peel or flake and is resistant to corrosion and UV light.' It's also equipped with Bose's PositionIQ technology to automatically detect the speaker's orientation and deliver optimized sound based on whether it's upright, hanging or flat on its back. Available in three colors - black, white smoke and stone blue (pictured) - the speaker is IP67 dust- and waterproof, and rated for 12 hours of battery life at moderate volume levels.

But it mostly lives up to the hype and is arguably the best-sounding wireless speaker for its relatively compact size. When it launched, Bose made some bold claims about its new SoundLink Flex Bluetooth speaker, particularly its bass performance.

Jbl ontour micro 3.5mm release date update#

We'll update this list as new ultraportable Bluetooth speakers hit the market. Often, you can wirelessly link two of the same speakers to create a stereo pair - and that really does improve sound quality - but not everybody wants - or can afford to buy - two speakers. Note that while compact wireless speakers continue to improve with time, offering better sound, longer battery life, more reliable connectivity and increased durability (many are now fully waterproof), most of the speakers on this list are technically mono speakers and do have some limitations to their sound, particularly when it comes to bass output and overall volume. The speakers in this subcategory are often referred to as 'mini' or 'micro' Bluetooth speakers. But a lot of folks are looking for very compact wireless speakers that can be easily toted around whether it's in a backpack or even a pocket. We have a list of the best Bluetooth speakers overall that includes smaller and larger speakers, as well as a list of the best wireless Bluetooth boom box speakers, which features beefier options.