Harman International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, has unveiled its new series of earphones and speakers equipped with Google Assistant.
Providing more options for Filipino audiophiles, Harman International Philippines Rep Office has brought in the local market the JBL Live Series, Tune Series, Under Armour Series, Endurance Peak, and speaker series—all carrying the JBL® Signature Sound and each designed to fit every type of music lover.
PERSONAL AUDIO JBL Live Series
Made for users who make listening to their favorite tunes an important part of their lifestyle, the JBL Live Series combines premium sound and stylish design. First announced during the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2019 in Las Vegas, the JBL Live Series is comprised of the JBL Live 400BT, JBL Live 500BT, JBL Live 650BTNC, Live 100, and the Live 200BT.
Equipped with the Ambient Aware technology, both the JBL Live 400BT and JBL Live 500BT allow users to be aware of the surroundings even while wearing headphones. With Ambient Aware, users can adjust the volume of either the left or right earcup of the JBL Live 400BT and the JBL Live 500BT. An addition to this is the TalkThru feature which allows users to talk to other people without removing the headphones.
Another model of the Live series is the JBL Live 650BTNC which attribute its main selling point to its Google Assistant function accessible by just tapping its right earcup. Amplifying more the signature JBL sound, the JBL Live 650BTNC, as its name suggests, has noise-cancelling capabilities to let users enjoy music without distractions.
Other notable features of the JBL Live 650BTNC include up to 30 hours of battery life, and a speed charging capability which equates a 15-minute charge to 2 hours of playtime. Sound settings of the JBL Live 650BTNC can also be tweaked using the My JBL Headphones App available for free download on Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
For users who’d prefer to have in-ear earphones, the JBL Live series also has the JBL Live 100 and the
JBL Tune Series
Expanding its lifestyle lineup, Harman International Philippines Rep Office has also brought in the country new headphone models under the JBL Tune Series including the JBL Tune 500, JBL Tune 500BT, and the JBL Tune 600BTNC.
The JBL Tune 500, while it’s the only model of the Tune Series that is wired, its cables are made tangle- free to assure that users can still freely move with the help of its lightweight and foldable design. It comes with Google Assistant accessible through the JBL Tune 500’s one-button remote and microphone.
For users who’d prefer wireless headphones, the JBL Tune series has the JBL Tune 500BT and the JBL Tune 600BTNC to offer.
Available in trendy colors of black, blue, pink, and white, the JBL Tune 500BT can last up to 16 hours of continuous music playback. It also comes with a multi-point connection feature to allow seamless switching between multiple music sources like smartphones and laptops.
Joining JBL’s array of noise-cancelling headphones is the JBL Tune 600BTNC which comes with 12 hours of battery life with its Active Noise-Cancelling feature on, and can be fully-charged in just two hours.
JBL Endurance Peak
From lifestyle to active users, JBL has something to offer. An example is the new JBL Endurance Peak,
one of the brand’s offerings under its true wireless sports earphones lineup.
A perfect gear for the adventurous, the JBL Endurance Peak can be used under different weather conditions as it comes with an IPX7 waterproof rating. Other than carrying the signature JBL premium sound, the JBL Endurance Peak is made to ergonomically fit the ears with its TwistLock and FlexSoft technologies.
Out of the box, the JBL Endurance Peak comes with a rugged smart charging case with 24 hours of total backup charge, and equates a 10-minute quick charge for 1 hour of music playback. Music control is also made seamless with the JBL Endurance Peak’s touch function.