
JBL CHARGE 5 FEATURES BLUETOOTH
The JBL Charge 5 supports Bluetooth pairings using Bluetooth 5.1 technology, which isn’t seen very often in Bluetooth speakers yet. The JBL Charge 5 can take a beating, but let’s rather be nice to our Bluetooth speakers, yes? What are the connectivity options? Aside from water resistance, the JBL Charge 5 can fight off the dust, snow, and other hazardous materials, and is tough enough to function effectively after a drop or two onto a hard surface. Fully waterproof, the Charge 5 can be splashed or hosed down after a sandy day at the beach, and will even survive being submerged underwater, though I wouldn’t recommend this. The JBL Charge 5 is IP67 Weather Resistant which means it can basically be exposed to the harshest of conditions and still operate as expected.
JBL CHARGE 5 FEATURES PORTABLE
So, this speaker is portable enough to go with you to the beach or lake, but what happens if it drops or falls in the water? I would have liked to see multi-purpose buttons on this speaker to allow track skipping/backtracking, however, the simplicity is also refreshing at the same time.

On top of the speaker, you’ll find the control panel, which is comprised of 6 buttons giving you control over power, volume, wireless pairing, Bluetooth, and play/pause.

The I/O block is located on the back of the speaker just above the bottom curve, allowing you to charge the speaker or send a USB-powered electrical charge to your cell phone without having to balance the speaker on its side. The JBL Charge 5 speaker is designed to lay on its rubber base, and while it could be positioned upright, this will obstruct one of the bass radiators from effectively pushing air, and will cause the lower frequencies to resonate into whatever surface the speaker is on. If you’re after something a little smaller, check out the JBL Flip speakers, or for a more pocket-sized option, the Clip Speakers may be a good choice. If you’re unfamiliar with these models, you can think of them as a bigger version of the Flip Speakers.Īround the size, shape, and weight of a football, the Charge 5 is portable enough to toss in your backpack or beach bag for a day out, or have it stationed in your trunk for a tailgate party without occupying too much space. The Charge 5 is the latest in the Charge range of Bluetooth speakers by JBL.
JBL CHARGE 5 FEATURES SERIES
Their Charge series of speakers is one of the classic models that aren’t too small and aren’t too large either, carrying a handful of useful features that make them ideal on-the-go speakers.

Regarded by many as the kings of portable Bluetooth audio, JBL have become a household name as their extensive range of speakers is commonly seen in homes across the country, or at the very least, a JBL-inspired Bluetooth speaker can be found in many living rooms, offices, and kitchen counters.
