JBL Clip 3 review: specs and price

Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.

A speaker driver is an individual transducer that converts electrical energy to sound waves. More drivers may result in better sound quality.

There is a control panel on the device body, so you can easily access the volume control or remote without having to interact with a cable or another device it's connected to.

The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device. Bigger drivers are more powerful and can produce better bass.

The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.

The device is dustproof and water-resistant. Water-resistant devices can resist the penetration of water, such as powerful water jets, but not being submerged into water.

Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.

The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

An amplifier is integrated into the device. An audio amplifier takes a small signal and makes it bigger without making any other changes in it which results in better sound, so any sound source can be connected to speakers.

Devices with a subwoofer have a higher quality, deeper bass.

A passive radiator is a type of driver (speaker) that doesn't have a voice coil and a magnet. The sound vibrations produced by a passive radiator depend on its mass and the size of its enclosure. It is usually used in combination with a woofer to produce deep bass tones.

Audio output power is based on the number of speakers and their power in watts. High audio output power results in loud, clear sounds.

The battery can be recharged and used over again.

An indicator shows you when the device has low battery.

Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.

The device's battery life (when in use) as given by the manufacturer. With a longer battery life you have to charge the device less often.

The time it takes to fully charge the battery.

The manufacturer offers a branded wireless charging kit. To charge the device, you simply put it down on its charging base.

An auxiliary input allows you to play other audio sources by connecting them through a simple audio connection like a 3.5mm jack, i.e for MP3 or portable DVD/CD player.

Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

The device can connect to Wi-Fi.

Device supports fast Bluetooth pairing using NFC so it can communicate with other devices over Bluetooth. You can fastly pair devices without entering a code by simply holding one device next to the device with which it is to be paired.

With more USB ports, you are able to connect more devices.

With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.

Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.

This technology allows the users to use their smartphone as a remote control for the device.

The device has an option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

You can use your voice to control key functions of the device and you can easily access your device without pushing any button.

A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.

A sleep timer is a function that shuts off the power after a preset amount of time.