JBL embraces retro with Authentics speaker range, BT Turntable

Retro is the theme of JBL’s latest offerings and we’re here for it.

Fusing retro designs and modern technology, JBL Philippines has unveiled its latest offerings that ooze nostalgia.

JBL Authentics

The JBL Authentics Speaker range introduces three models: JBL Authentics 500, JBL Authentics 300, and JBL Authentics 200.

Authentics A200

These speakers incorporate the distinctive Quadrex grille pattern, embracing the aesthetics of the 70s while adopting an environmentally conscious approach with the use of recycled materials in their construction.

Authentics A500

These speakers provide versatile music streaming options, including built-in Wi-Fi, AirPlay, Alexa Multi-Room Music, Chromecast, and Spotify Connect. They are also voice assistant-ready and support the usual Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.

Authentics-A300

The Authentics 500 stands out with its support for Dolby Atmos. Authentics 300, on the other hand, offers portability with an 8-hour built-in battery, while Authentics 200 brings a compact design while delivering robust sound with clarity and deep bass.

JBL Spinner BT Turntable: The modern vinyl experience

The JBL Spinner BT turntable offers a blend of classic design and contemporary performance.

Offering an elegant finish, the Spinner is built with an aluminum platter and tonearm and adorned with JBL Orange and gold accents. With a belt drive and an optical sensor, it ensures a smooth, distortion-free vinyl experience, supporting both 33⅓ and 45 rpm records.

Upcoming JBL devices

JBL is also teasing future audio innovations, including the JBL Live 670NC and 770NC headphones, which provide powerful JBL Signature Sound along with 65 hours of music streaming and quick charging.

JBL Live 770NC

The JBL Soundgear Sense introduces true wireless open-ear headphones with touch controls and an IP54 rating for those on the move.

JBL Live 670NC

Additionally, the JBL PartyBox Ultimate is set to be the life of the party, offering superior sound quality, immersive Dolby Atmos support, and dynamic lighting effects. Prices and availability for these upcoming products are yet to be disclosed.

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realme narzo 50A review: Battery is king, cameras come close

Affordable phones come in all shapes and sizes and unlike flagships that usually focus on bringing the best of everything, these devices usually zero in on features that cater to a specific type of user.

In today’s case, we’ll be taking a look at the narzo 50A, the latest from realme’s narzo series which offers affordable gaming-centric devices. This is designed to be an ideal entry-level gaming phone with its large battery and gaming processor so we’re here to see how it holds up to that claim.

realme narzo 50A specs:

6.5-inch HD+ display
1600 x 720 resolution
MediaTek Helio G85 SoC with 2.0GHz octa-core CPU
4GB RAM
64GB storage (expandable)
Dual SIM card slot
microSD card slot
USB-C charging port
3.5mm headphone jack
Fingerprint scanner
Triple-rear cameras:

  • 50-megapixel main f/1.8
  • 2MP Macro f/2.4
  • 2MP Black and white f/2.

8-megapixel f/2.0 front camera
4G LTE
WiFi 5
Bluetooth 5.0
realme UI 2.0 (Android 11)
6,000mAh battery
18W fast charging
Oxygen Green Oxygen Blue

The narzo 50A is exclusively available on Lazada for PhP 7,990.

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