JBL Link Music

Universal smart speaker speaker without built-in battery, which supports wireless connection via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The manufacturer is conceived as an affordable multifunctional 2-in-1 solution, with which the user can find out the current weather forecast, the situation on the road, hear the latest news or listen to the new album of his favorite band. At the same time, the speaker supports AirPlay 2, thanks to which it can be integrated into Apple HomeKit, controlling other smart home gadgets.

The user can listen to music from streaming services YouTube Music, Spotify, YouTube Music and Apple Music, as well as support for voice assistants (Google Assistant and Alice). In addition to voice, the speaker can be controlled using physical buttons on the case or using a proprietary mobile application. JBL Link Music has modest dimensions (34x112x112 mm, weight 0.73 kg) and a versatile appearance that allows it to fit into the interior of any room.

Despite its compact size, the speaker is equipped with full-range speakers that are directed in different directions, thanks to which it is able to play surround sound with a 360-degree directionality. The total power of the device is a modest 20 watts, that is, this is generally not an option for home discos; for such cases, JBL has a separate line of massive JBL Tune smart speakers.