Can I Use My Bluetooth Speaker While It’s Charging?
The truth about safety, battery wear, and what the brands say. The Short Answer: Yes, But It Depends Most Bluetooth speakers can be used while charging, and for many people, it’s just part of how they use them. You plug it in, keep the music going, and don’t think twice. In most cases, this is completely safe and won’t damage the speaker—especially if the…
The Best Party Speaker
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 110 VS 120: Battle Of The Portable Party Speakers
Winner JBL PartyBox 120 PartyBox 120 PartyBox 110 Battery8 Battery7.5 Durability6.5 Durability6.5 Sound Quality8 Sound Quality7.5 Ease of Use8.5 Ease of Use8.5 Portability7 Portability7 Connectivity9 Connectivity8 Runner Up JBL PartyBox 110 JBL has just released the latest iteration in their…
JBL Unveils New PartyBox Models At CES 2025
JBL have announced the latest upcoming releases in their PartyBox range, including an all new speaker and upgrades to the popular JBL PartyBox Encore and Encore Essential. Here’s what we know of these upcoming releases.
JBL PartyBox 520 vs PartyBox 710: Specs Compared
JBL’s PartyBox 710 is now almost 4 years old, and with the PartyBox 520 being the next closest thing from JBL’s modern releases in size and price. If you’re curious about how these two speakers compare and which one is…
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Is It Time To Upgrade Your Audio?
How often do you typically upgrade your speaker setups? For most people, the answer is far less than they upgrade their mobile phone or even cars in some cases. So…
5 Signs Your Bluetooth Speaker Is Dying
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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