How to have a party, according to JBL: Step one, buy this giant portable Bluetooth speakers (there is no step two). You can now complete step one thanks to the launch of the PartyBox 200 and 300 in the US. For a couple hundred dollars, you can get a mammoth, glowing speaker to haul around and start parties. The promo video makes it look pretty easy.
Read More[Update: Sold out] JBL's battery-powered Google Assistant speaker is just $60 ($90 off) on Newegg right now
When it comes to mass market speakers, JBL is pretty well-known name. We've seen the company enter the smart home space, too, with items like the Link View and Link Bar. But in the vein of crazy deals, Newegg is currently offering the Link 10 for just $60 right now. That's a very cheap Assistant speaker.
Read MoreJBL Link Drive brings Google Assistant to your car
JBL is bringing Google Assistant everywhere this year, from speakers to soundbars, displays, headphones, and more. The latest addition to its line-up, the JBL Link Drive, is meant to help you use Google Assistant while driving, but without taking your eyes off the road or fiddling with your phone.
Read MoreJBL introduces Google Assistant-enabled Live headphones starting at $100, portable speakers for kids, and more
As the proliferation of AI-enabled headphones continues, Harman's JBL is adding to its collection with three headsets from the newly-announced Live series, beginning at $100. The Samsung-owned audio subsidiary also revealed several other new mid-range products at CES 2019, including a $30 portable speaker for kids that comes in colors including "Spider Red" and "Froggy Green," and the JBL Flip 5 portable speaker, which features a 4,800mAh rechargeable battery and starts at $100. Finally, Harman is showcasing an app called Personi-Fi that aims to bring personalized audio settings to any streaming device.
Read MoreJBL Link Bar, the soundbar with Google Assistant and Android TV, will ship this spring
It's been a long road for JBL's Link Bar. First announced in May of 2018, as the first soundbar with both Google Assistant and Android TV built in, it went up for pre-order in August with an expected availability of October, but shipments were delayed and we knew it wouldn't likely come to market before 2019. We have an updated date today, as JBL has announced the Link Bar will come this Spring.
Read MoreThe best wireless headphones, USB-C earbuds, and smart speakers you can buy (Winter 2018)
Are you listening to music right now? You probably are. If you're looking to upgrade whatever it is you're listening on, you have a ton of options. Android Police has tested all kinds of headphones and speakers this year, but those reviews are a whole lot of words to read. So here, as part of our Most Wanted series, is a digestible list of the audio gear we're really feeling this year.
Read MoreJBL Xtreme 2 speakers are down to $230 ($70 off) in flash sale
The JBL Xtreme 2 series of boombox-like Bluetooth speakers is currently on sale. Right now they're going for $70 off, bringing pricing down to $230 with free two-day shipping — that's $20 less than the last time we saw them discounted. The manufacturer's website calls this a 24-hour flash sale, so act fast if you are considering these.
Read MoreJBL's T450BT Bluetooth headphones are $30 ($20 off) right now
If you recently upgraded to a headphone jack-less phone and you don't want to spend much on Bluetooth headphones, today might be your lucky day. Right now, JBL's T450BT on-ear Bluetooth headphones can be purchased for $29.95 — a $20 drop from the usual price.
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[Update: Link 300 for $125] JBL's Link 500 Assistant speaker is $200 ($200 off) at multiple retailers
The Google Home Max is quite pricey, even at its Black Friday price of $349. The Link 500, JBL's giant Home Max alternative, shares the same ~$400 MSRP, but it's been discounted by a much more substantial 50%. That's right - the Link 500 is currently just $199.99 at multiple retailers, which is $200 off MSRP and $100 less than any previous sales.
Read MoreThe JBL Flip 4 Bluetooth speaker is $60 ($40 off) for My Best Buy members
Wi-Fi speakers are great, but there are situations where Bluetooth is still best (good luck using your Google Home Max on a camping trip). If you're in the market for a great-sounding and affordable model, JBL should be on your shortlist. The Flip 4 in particular provides a solid value at its normal $99.99, and it's made all the better by a $40 discount.
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