At CES 2024, JBL has unveiled 3 new TWS under its JBL Live 3 series. The series includes JBL Live Buds 3, Live Beam 3, and Live Flex 3, all featuring a Smart Charging Case that was initially introduced on JBL Tour Pro 2.
The Smart Charging Case has a 1.45-inch LED touch display that lets users retrieve calls, view texts, manage music, and get social media alerts. The Live Flex 3 boasts an open-fit design, while the other two models have an in-ear design.
The JBL Live 3 series includes True Adaptive Noise Cancelling, allowing users to optimize their audio experience with the Ear Canal Test in the dedicated JBL Headphones app.
Additionally, these TWS feature Bluetooth 5.3 with LE, offer Hi-Res Audio wirelessly, and JBL Signature Sound, multipoint connection, and up to 50 hours of total playtime.
JBL Live Buds 3, Live Beam 3, and Live Flex 3 specifications
| Headphone Design Option | Specs | Battery Life | |
| JBL Live Buds 3 | Bud-style headphones with an ergonomic fit | ● Smart charging case
● 10mm dynamic driver ● True Adaptive Noise Cancelling with custom controls ● BT 5.3 with LE Audio (OTA update required) ● High-res audio wireless with LDAC ● JBL Spatial Sound ● 6 mics for perfect calls and customized call experience ● IP55 certified waterproof ● Personi-Fi 3.0 ● Multipoint connection ● Wireless charging |
Up to 40 hours total playtime
10+30H play time (ANC off) with speed charge (10min=4h) via Type-C |
| JBL Live Beam 3 | Closed type stick headphones with an ergonomic fit | ● Smart charging case
● 10mm dynamic driver ● True Adaptive Noise Cancelling with custom controls ● BT 5.3 with LE Audio (OTA update required) ● High-res audio wireless with LDAC ● JBL Spatial Sound ● 6 mics for perfect calls and customized call experience ● IP55 certified waterproof ● Personi-Fi 3.0 ● Multipoint connection ● Wireless charging |
Up to 48 hours total playtime
12+36H play time (ANC off) with speed charge (10min=4h) via Type-C |
| JBL Live Flex 3 | Open type stick headphones with an ergonomic fit | ● Smart charging case
● 12mm dynamic driver ● True Adaptive Noise Canceling with custom controls ● BT 5.3 with LE Audio (OTA update required) ● High-res audio wireless with LDAC ● JBL Spatial Sound ● 6 mics for perfect calls and customized call experience ● IP54 certified waterproof ● Personi-Fi 3.0 ● Wireless charging ● Multi-point connection |
Up to 50 hours total playtime
10+40H play time (ANC off) with speed charge (10min=4h) via Type-C |
Pricing and Availability
The JBL Live TWS 3 line-up will be available in two new colorways, Black and Silver. The series will be available on JBL.com at a starting price of USD 199.95 (Rs. 16,630 approx.) starting this Summer, which should be around June 2024.
Regarding the announcement, Dave Rogers, President, HARMAN Lifestyle Division said,
We always try to push boundaries when looking to upgrade JBL products, whether it be on the technology or the consumer experience. No detail is too small and with the newest upgrade to the JBL Live TWS series, we’ve taken it to another level. The smart case is just one of many exciting changes to the line and we can’t wait for consumers to get a more accessible and pure sound experience.