Not many portable speakers that I’ve tried so far can produce this much clarity in sound. For listening to non-bass-heavy music, however, JBL Flip is awesome. Vocals and instruments sound really clear, though the bass is kind of overwhelmed by the other channels. The volume can be set really loud, which is great for parties or outdoor activities. JBL Flip sounds awesome, enough said! The quality feels on par with my 5.1 Logitech desktop speakers, which is amazing, considering that it is just a tiny, portable speaker. It fits the speaker nicely within, though there is no room for placing the charger anywhere. The packaging comes with a really nice, soft carrying case, which again, doesn’t feel cheap at all. You can also play music while charging the speaker at the same time. The JBL Flip will run for about 5 hours and recharged by the power adapter.
You can also hook your other devices up via the AUX IN port using a 3.5mm audio cable (if you have an older device or don’t want to connect via Bluetooth). I’ve tried playing a few games while connected to the JBL Flip and it has transformed my gaming experience by far. You can use the JBL Flip to listen to your music via Bluetooth, watch YouTube videos, or play games through it. The speaker turns on instantly when the power button is pressed and connects to my previously-paired-iPhone-5 within seconds. This way, JBL Flip can be turned into a great speakerphone for audio-conferencing with a few people in the same room. Yes, you can answer calls from the speaker as it also has a built-in microphone. Speaking of buttons, you can use the 4 buttons on the Flip to power the device on/off, Bluetooth connectivity, adjust the playback volume, and also a call answer button. It doesn’t seem to matter much which position you should set the JBL Flip on but it’s easier to access the buttons when you place it vertically. Non-distracting rubber areas make sure that the unit stays solid and sturdy on the surface. It can be positioned vertically or horizontally – hence the “Flip”. What makes JBL Flip interesting is the design. Yes, JBL Flip is a stereo Bluetooth speaker of itself, though I can barely notice the difference (maybe because the speakers are housed in the same unit).
The speaker grill covers almost the entire area of the JBL Flip – which covers two 40mm speaker drivers inside. Only the Red, White, and Black version are available here in Australia. It comes in 5 different colors: Black, Green, Blue, White, and Red (which is the one I have here). JBL Flip Review – Packagingĭesign wise, JBL Flip looks premium and made of good quality material. It is also a speaker that has been recommended by many and was chosen as the Reddot Design Award Winner in 2013.
JBL is popular for making great audio speakers so I was quite excited when I was given a chance to review their JBL Flip. In a sense, it does not offer something dramatic or new, but it does everything so well to make it into a Bluetooth speaker of choice. JBL Flip Bluetooth Speaker Review – With so many Bluetooth portable speakers out there, including the many ones that I’ve reviewed at Craving Tech, one can wonder what else is there that makes JBL Flip different?