Jabra's All-New ANC Earbuds Are So Tough, They've Gone Through Military Standard Tests
The toughest earbuds with great active noise-cancelling features.
By Syazwan Bahri — 08 Sep 2023, 05:03 PM
Jabra has recently unveiled their latest addition to their stellar Elite lineup
Introducing the Jabra Elite Active 8 earbuds, which are claimed to be the world's toughest true wireless earbuds. Perfect for those looking for an outdoor adventure, these earbuds set a new standard for durability in the true wireless audio industry.
The Elite 8 Active managed to pass multiple military standard tests
Passing all the essential assessments outlined in the US Military Standard for Ruggedized Electronics (810H), it's clear that Jabra's claims are not unsubstantiated.
These earbuds have been subjected to rigorous testing, including enduring 11 full cycles of gruelling technological assessments. This testing regimen includes withstanding two hours of exposure to 40°C temperatures with 93% humidity, a 15-minute immersion in salt water, and a 15-minute heat drying test at 40°C. Additionally, these earbuds feature Jabra's ShakeGrip technology to ensure a secure fit in the ear.
The Elite 8 Active earbuds boast an impressive IP68 rating
This means that the Elite 8 Active is impervious to dust and water and capable of surviving a dunk in water for up to 1.5 metres deep.
It's charging case is rated for IP54, which means it is splashproof and dustproof.
Aside from being tough, it's also packed with features
These earbuds provide a range of features including six-microphone call technology, reliable connectivity with smartwatches, compatibility with Google Assistant, Fast Pair, Swift Pair, and the ability to easily connect with Spotify. What's more, they boast an impressive battery life of up to eight hours, which can be extended to an astounding 32 hours when using the charging case.
Plus, they are enriched with Dolby Audio and Adaptive Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) to deliver an immersive audio experience.
The Jabra Elite 8 Active will be priced at RM1,049, and is now open for pre-order
It will be available in three distinct colours: Caramel, Navy, and Dark Grey.
If you're interested, you can pre-order the Elite 8 Active on Shopee, Lazada, and Sunway eMall from now till 17 September, with shipping scheduled to begin on 18 September.
Each pre-order will receive a complimentary Celebrity Fitness VIP access worth RM258 and a RM50 discount voucher.
