Audio equipment maker Harman International’s sub-brand JBL has launched Flip 5 bluetooth speaker In India. It is available at JBL.com, e-commerce platforms, including Amazon and Flipkart as well as on retail stores, including 350 Samsung stores across India at a price of Rs 9,999. This is the fifth speaker in the Flip line-up and it comes with a waterproof and durable case. The JBL Flip 5 is equipped with a newly-engineered racetrack-shaped driver with increased cone area and excursion that amplifies the speaker’s sound and bass.
‘Flip Series have been a favorite amongst Indian consumers and we are excited to bring the next-gen JBL Flip 5 to the country. Through this series, we have been delighting our consumers by packing great power and portable design in one package. Along with the signature JBL sound, Flip 5 is available in trendy and eye-catching colors that young music lovers will enjoy carrying everywhere,’ said Vikram Kher, Vice President – Lifestyle Audio, HARMAN India.
As mentioned, the speaker sports waterproof and compact design, thanks to the IPX7 water- and dust-proof rating. The JBL 5 has a rubber housing and is available in Desert Sand, Mustard Yellow, Dusty Pink, Grey Stone, River Teal, Fiesta Red, Ocean Blue, Midnight Black, Steel White, and Forest Green colour options. The speaker comes with a built-in 4800mAh rechargeable Li-ion battery, which is claimed to deliver up to 12 hours of playtime. The speaker has a USB-C charging port for quick charging.