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iClever Auraa headphones with prime day tag
Save your child's ears with these kid-friendly headphones on sale for Prime Day — save up to 32% now

By Scott Younker Published

Protect your kiddo's ears by picking up these hearing-friendly headphones at low or discounted prices.

Headphones
a photo of the jbl cove p1 with plants in the background
I was one of the first to hear JBL’s new Wi-Fi speaker sound system — and if I were Sonos, I’d be quaking in my boots

By Erin Bashford Published

I got to try out the as-yet-unreleased JBL Cove M1, P1, and X1 before almost anyone else, and I'm seriously excited.

Smart Speakers
JBL Live Beam 4 earbuds in green
The JBL Live Beam 4 just became my go-to earbuds — their dynamic sound and useful touchscreen case are killer

By Nikita Achanta Published

Editor's Choice

The JBL Live Beam 4 are excellent ANC earbuds, boasting a wide soundstage and punchy bass. Their case doubles as a controller and they're extremely comfortable.

Earbuds
JBL Junior 320 kid headphones
I gave my kid the JBL Junior 320 headphones: they look cheap but sound surprisingly good

By Scott Younker Published

JBL offers its Junior 320 kid-friendly headphones at a wallet-friendly price, but do they hold up to kids and scrutiny?

Headphones
the jbl bar 1300xmk2 in black photographed against the blue tom's guide background
I've tested soundbars twice its price but the 23-driver JBL Bar 1300XMK2 would be my desert island choice

By Erin Bashford Published

I tested JBL's new flagship soundbar, and the Bar 1300MK2 might just be the best penny-per-performance option on the market in 2026.

Soundbars
JBL Xtreme 5 and Marshall Stanmore IV
The JBL Xtreme 5 and Marshall Stanmore IV cost the same so which one should you buy? I’ve tested both and here’s what I think

By Nikita Achanta Published

Both the rugged JBL Xtreme 5 and the mains-powered Marshall Stanmore IV cost $399 each, so which one is right for you? Here's the one I'd pick.

Bluetooth Speakers
the jbl bar 1300xmk2 in black photographed against the blue tom's guide background
I tested JBL’s newest flagship soundbar — and it’s proof you don’t need to spend $2k on a full home theater setup

By Erin Bashford Published

Editor's Choice

The JBL Bar 1300XMK2 is one of the best ways to get a full cinematic audio experience at home, with a powerful subwoofer, immersive Atmos, and clear dialogue.

Soundbars
A beige, red and black 8BitDo Retro Cube 2 Bluetooth speaker
I ditched my $54 JBL Go 5 to listen to music on the $49 8BitDo Retro Cube 2 speaker — and 8BitDo does something JBL doesn't

By Nikita Achanta Last updated

I've been testing the 8BitDo Retro Cube 2 speaker and though it doesn't sound as full-bodied as the JBL Go 5, its cute looks and long battery life have won me over.

Bluetooth Speakers
the jbl live 780NC in orange photographed against the blue tom's guide background
I tested JBL’s new mid-range headphones — and they’re zingy, fresh, and fun (and finally have hi-res audio!)

By Erin Bashford Published

Recommended

The JBL Live 780NC are fun headphones. Gone are the muted tones of the Sony WH-1000XM6 or Bose QuietComfort. The sound and features aren't half bad either.

Headphones
the jbl live buds 4 in beige
JBL's new earbuds do one thing I've never seen on AirPods, Sonys, Bose, or Samsung earbuds — every audio brand needs to take note

By Erin Bashford Published

JBL just announced a line of brand-new earbuds: the Live Buds 4, Live Beam 4, and Live Flex 4, and they all have one design feature I've never seen before.

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