JBL’s new earbud charging case has a touchscreen so you can ditch the phone
by Jess Weatherbed from The Verge - All Posts on (#6329F)
The JBL Tour Pro 2 wireless earbuds feature a touchscreen charging case that reminds us of a smartwatch interface. | Image: JBL JBL has just announced the Tour Pro 2 wireless earbuds, featuring adaptive noise cancellation and customizable ANC alongside a charging case with a 1.45-inch LED touchscreen control panel.
The display on the charging case allows you to flick through multiple screens where you can manage your music and make adjustments to your earbuds, as well as receive calls, messages, and social media notifications without having to first grab your phone. It's being advertised as a productivity feature, and that does appear to hold some weight if you don't already own a smartwatch or if you don't tend to keep your phone in an easily accessible pocket.
Image: JBL The JBL Tour Pro 2 wireless earbuds are available in either black...