JBL Tour Pro 3 True Wireless: Review

You'd think that the wireless earbuds range has probably gone as far as it could, with there being little room to innovate and all that was left was to simply continue to do what is needed.

Not so - with JBL's latest earbuds, there's been a sign that doing something a little different is on the cards and while the earbuds themselves continue to offer peak sound quality, it's the new edges that have proved to be compelling.

Using dual drivers and an improved Smart Case charging faculty, these latest make a strong - if pricey - case for being some of the best in the market currently. While they're a little on the bulky side for those who prefer economy in their ears, the fact of the matter is they do what they need to - and it's really about the sound that comes out of them that matters.

But equally, the charging case has been the biggest improvement of these buds. With an increased screen size, the graphics on it stand out more and the screen offers a display that's easier to use and also makes it easier to see at what stage charging is at and the individual buds themselves.

The buds, with their five customisable ear tips make for a piece of kit that can be used broadly by a large audience, while still maintaining their own unique personal edges. Feeling more premium plastic than just plastic themselves helps greatly, and they can comfortably sit in the ears for hours, ensuring that you don't really feel they're there.

Yet it's the Smart Case that is the biggest sell for these - with the ability to display caller ID for incoming calls, the chance to change settings a bit easier with a bigger screen and the navigation, it makes for a more streamlined experience that really does feel something worthy of the somewhat higher price tag.

The noise cancelling works solidly as well, removing rumbles from car journeys or nearby ambient sound - it's a solid package that's worth investing in. And while the current price means they're more at the premium end of the market when it comes to cost, they're a worthwhile investment because of the extra feature offers and the fact that JBL once again remains committed to quality output above all else.