TL;DR
JBL refreshed its Endurance series with four new models spanning open-ear, sealed ANC, neckband and wired options, priced from $24.95 to $179.95. The lineup includes the open-ear Zone, ANC-equipped Peak 4, neckband Pace, and wired Run 3, all due in the U.S. next month.
What happened
At CES, JBL extended its Endurance workout family with four distinct earbuds aimed at different exercise and price points. The Endurance Zone is JBL’s first open‑ear true wireless sports model, using OpenSound tech, flexible earhooks, 18x11mm drivers and two beam‑forming mics per bud; it offers eight hours of run time plus 24 more from the case and costs $179.95. The Endurance Peak 4 adds adaptive noise canceling and spatial sound from 10mm drivers, uses three mics per bud (six total), features earhooks and up to 48 hours total playback for $129.95. The Endurance Pace is an open‑ear neckband with OpenSound, up to 10 hours of music playback and a $89.95 price. The Endurance Run 3 are magnetic wired buds offered with USB‑C (hi‑res capable) or 3.5mm plugs, priced at $34.95 and $24.95 respectively. Several models support Bluetooth, multipoint and Google pairing tools; all will reach the U.S. next month.
Why it matters
- Broader form-factor choices (open‑ear true wireless, open‑ear neckband, sealed ANC, wired) let users pick based on safety and workout style.
- Inclusion of features like adaptive ANC, spatial audio and OpenSound signals JBL targeting both casual exercisers and audiophile-minded users.
- Google ecosystem features (Fast Pair, Finder, Audio Switch) and multipoint support simplify device switching during workouts.
- Wide price range makes the series accessible from budget wired buds to a premium open‑ear model.
Key facts
- Endurance Zone: open‑ear true wireless, OpenSound technology, 18x11mm drivers, two beam‑forming mics per bud, IP68, Bluetooth 5.3, 8 hours per charge + 24 hours from case, 10‑minute quick charge = 3 hours, $179.95.
- Endurance Peak 4: sealed design with adaptive noise canceling and smart ambient, 10mm drivers with spatial sound support, earhooks, six mics (three per bud), IP68, Bluetooth 5.4, up to 48 hours total playtime with case, $129.95.
- Endurance Pace: open‑ear neckband using OpenSound, two beam‑forming mics, IP68, Bluetooth 5.4, up to 10 hours music / 8 hours calls, 10‑minute quick charge = 4 hours, $89.95.
- Endurance Run 3: magnetic wired earbuds with 8mm dynamic drivers, available with USB‑C (hi‑res support, 3‑button remote and mic) or 3.5mm plug (one‑button remote, no hi‑res), IP65, $34.95 (USB‑C) and $24.95 (3.5mm).
- Zone, Peak 4 and Pace support multipoint connection, Google Fast Pair, Google Finder and Google Audio Switch.
- Color options: Zone (black with gray and white), Peak 4 (black with gray, purple, white), Pace (black with gray), Run 3 (black with gray).
- Bluetooth versions vary by model: Zone uses Bluetooth 5.3; Peak 4 and Pace use Bluetooth 5.4.
- All four models are scheduled to be available in the United States next month.
What to watch next
- Real‑world ANC and spatial audio performance of the Peak 4 — not confirmed in the source.
- How the open‑ear Zone and Pace balance sound levels with ambient awareness and sound leakage in busy outdoor settings — not confirmed in the source.
- Market availability and pricing outside the U.S. — not confirmed in the source.
Quick glossary
- Open‑ear earbuds: Earbuds that sit outside the ear canal or use a hook/wing design to leave the ear more open to environmental sound, helping users stay aware of surroundings.
- Active noise canceling (ANC): Technology that reduces unwanted ambient sounds by generating inverse sound waves, improving perceived isolation.
- IP rating (e.g., IP68, IP65): Ingress Protection rating indicating resistance to dust and water; higher numbers generally indicate better protection.
- Multipoint connection: The ability for earbuds to maintain simultaneous Bluetooth links with more than one device and switch between them.
- Beam‑forming microphones: Microphone arrays and processing that focus on the speaker's voice while reducing background noise, improving call clarity.
Reader FAQ
When will these earbuds be available?
All four models are slated to arrive in the U.S. next month.
Which model includes active noise canceling?
The Endurance Peak 4 is the only model in this set listed with adaptive noise canceling.
Are any of the new Endurance earbuds open‑ear designs?
Yes. The Endurance Zone is an open‑ear true wireless model and the Endurance Pace is an open‑ear neckband.
Do any of the earbuds support hi‑res audio?
The USB‑C version of the Endurance Run 3 supports hi‑res audio; the 3.5mm Run 3 version does not.
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Sources
- JBL expands Endurance workout line with four new earbuds
- JBL Expands Its Iconic Endurance Line with Five New Models …
- JBL expands open-ear lineup with new buds coming …
- Earbuds – Buy Authentic Products at the Official JBL Shop
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