Bluetooth Speaker Latency Explained – and How to Fix It
Latency is the short delay between when a sound leaves your device and when you actually hear it. It’s measured in milliseconds, but those milliseconds matter more than you’d think — especially when sound and visuals need to line up. Most of the time, you won’t even notice it. But in certain situations, it can throw things off just enough to be annoying or…
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JBL PartyBox Stage 320
The JBL PartyBox 320 is the ultimate party speaker. It strikes the perfect balance of power, portability, and crowd-pleasing features.
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JBL PartyBox 520 Release: JBL’s Loudest Battery Powered Party Speaker
With its release, the PartyBox 520 now reigns as JBL’s loudest battery-powered party speaker, taking the title away from the smaller PartyBox 320 and filling the gap between the 320 and the larger AC-powered PartyBox 710. In this article, we’re…
JBL PartyBox Ultimate vs Sony Ult Tower 10
Until now, there hasn’t been a modern party speaker release that can go toe-to-toe with the monstrous PartyBox Ultimate, but Sony recently released the Ult Tower 10, another extremely large and loud speaker that serves as a worthy contender. If…
The Best Bluetooth Speakers for Beach Parties
Salt, sand, sun, and sound – these speakers can handle it all. Beach parties are all about movement. From laying out towels and digging coolers to spontaneous dancing and fireside singalongs, the vibe is chill but constantly shifting. You need…
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How to Pair JBL Speakers: Step-by-Step Guide
Want to know how to pair your JBL speaker? Whether you’re trying to connect it to your phone, laptop, TV, or link multiple JBL speakers together for a bigger sound,…
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And When It’s Worth Repairing So, you’ve got a Bluetooth speaker that’s been your trusty sidekick—whether it’s been blasting tunes at the beach, livening up a picnic, or just filling…
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