JBL FLIP: Big sound, small footprint

Once this speaker is synced up, which takes seconds, it is just a push of one button. I synced the Flip to my better half’s iPhone 4S and streamed some dance music from ABBA, Ace of Base and Boney M. I was immediately pleased with how clear the sound quality is. I turned up the volume and still the sound quality was unaffected. For those who like it loud, you won’t be disappointed!

It is always a treat to listen to your favourite music on a speaker as well balanced as the Flip as it tends to bring forward instruments that have a tendency to get buried. It really can breathe new life into songs you have heard a hundred times. In my test-run, the JBL hardware produced very clear, very accurate sound across a very broad and eclectic range of music.

You can connect the JBL Flip wirelessly to any Bluetooth-equipped device. It features two high-performance drivers, a built-in bass port and wireless Bluetooth streaming. The speaker has a built-in Li-ion rechargeable battery that provides up to five hours of playback time. You can easily recharge the battery using the adapter, which saves you battery hassles and money. A clearly visible LED lets you know when the built-in Li-ion battery needs to be recharged, as well as when the speaker is in Bluetooth listening or pairing mode.

This small speaker can make a big

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