JBL is on top of its game with these new wireless buds

JBL is on top of its game with these new wireless buds
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On the hunt for a pair of stylish true wireless earbuds that won’t break the bank? The JBL Live Pro 2 in-ear headphones are calling your name…

Available now for only £129 at Currys, the Live Pro 2 use dynamic 11mm drivers and Oval Tubes to deliver JBL's signature sound. You also get True Adaptive Noise Cancelling, which automatically adjusts to your environment, and a handy Smart Ambient mode, for when you need to listen in to your surroundings.

Battery life is impressive, too. While the pricier Apple AirPods Pro top out at 24 hours, the Live Pro 2 promise up to 40 hours per charge (10 hours from the buds plus three extra charges provided by the Qi-compatible wireless charging case). And when you're in a hurry, a 15 minute quick-charge returns four hours of playtime. 

Living a busy lifestyle? You’ll appreciate the peace and quiet afforded by that True Adaptive Noise Cancelling – it's ace for blocking out jet engines, noisy traffic and train passengers who talk in crazy-loud voices. Speaking of which, JBL's managed to cram in no fewer than six microphones to help isolate noise and wind, so you can be heard clearly during video calls.

JBL Live Pro 2

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Love working up a sweat in the gym? These sleek buds have a sporty side too. They’re IPX5 waterproof and sweatproof so they’re great for running, cycling, gym sessions and outdoor adventures. Better still, they support a range of virtual assistants through the accompanying JBL headphone app, making it easy to adjust the volume or skip a track whilst smashing your fitness goals.

Multipoint connection is another great feature at this price. It means that your earbuds can be connected to two devices at once, allowing you to seamlessly take a call on your phone and get straight back to bingeing that unmissable new Netflix show on your tablet. Genius.

We’ve yet to review the JBL Live Pro 2 but we’re consistently impressed by the dynamic, punchy sound and excellent quality of JBL’s headphones. Tempted? The JBL Live Pro 2 are available from Currys now, priced at just £129.

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