JBL Extends Its Iconic Smart Charging Case to Three New Earbuds

The JBL Live Beam 3 with the Smart Charging Case (From: JBL)
The JBL Live Beam 3 with the Smart Charging Case (From: JBL)

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The JBL Live TWS 3 series lets you use your case as the earbuds’ remote control.

Following the success of the JBL Tour Pro 2, JBL equips its industry-leading Smart Charging Case with the new JBL Live TWS 3 series, featuring the Buds, Beam, and Flex models. This case allows users to control nearly all aspects of their earbuds in real-time, without the need for a mobile device or the JBL Headphones App.

Customization at Your Command

The highlight of the Smart Charging Case is its 1.45″ LED touch display. The display provides real-time information on battery levels, connection status, and more.

Using this case, you can access different functions. For example, you can control your playback, switch through different ANC modes, customize the equalizer, enable spatial audio, manage calls, or even access Find My Buds, all without pulling out your phone.

You can use the JBL Headphones app to customize these widgets and set your favorites for easier access.

Apart from its interactive capabilities, the Smart Charging Case boasts advanced technical aspects. It supports faster charging, ensuring that users spend less time tethered to a power source and more time enjoying uninterrupted music. A 10-minute charge will give you 4 hours of continuous playtime.

Other Features of the JBL Live TWS 3 Series

Man wearing the JBL Live Beam 3 (From: JBL)
Man wearing the JBL Live Beam 3 (From: JBL)

Besides the upgraded charging case, JBL also equipped the earbuds with advanced features.

“The smart case is just one of many exciting changes to the line and we can’t wait for consumers to get a more accessible and pure sound experience.” – Dave Rogers, President of HARMAN Lifestyle Division.

The Live 3 series is equipped with True Adaptive Noise Cancelling, complemented by the Ear Canal Test available in the dedicated JBL Headphones app. This feature ensures a tailored audio experience, offering personalized sound based on the unique characteristics of each user’s ear canal.

The three models also feature Hi-Res audio with the JBL Signature Sound and LDAC, active noise cancellation, and multipoint connection.

These earbuds are planned to support Bluetooth 5.3 with LE for stable connections and improved battery life via an over-the-air update. However, there’s no exact date on when this will be applied.

Differences Between JBL Live Buds 3, Beam 3, and Flex 3

From left to right: The Buds 3, Beam 3, and Flex 3. (From: JBL)
From left to right: The Buds 3, Beam 3, and Flex 3. (From: JBL)

The three models mainly differ in their styles, battery, driver size, and IP Rating. We’ve outlined their main differences in the table below:

ModelStyleBattery LifeDriver sizeIP Rating
Buds 3Classic bud-style headphonesUp to 40 hours total
playtime
10+30H play time
(ANC off)
10mmIP55
Beam 3Closed type stick headphonesUp to 48 hours total
playtime
12+36H play time
(ANC off)
10mmIP55
Flex 3Open type stick headphonesUp to 50 hours total
playtime
10+40H play time
(ANC off)
12mmIP55

The JBL Live TWS 3 series will be available in four colorways (purple, blue, silver and black) by the summer of 2024 for $199.95 via the JBL website.

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