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These JBL earbuds deliver booming bass and AirPods-style features for less than $50

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Save a bundle on JBL Tune Flex 2 earbuds with smart noise cancellation and booming bass.
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JBL Tune Flex 2 noise-canceling earbuds offer advanced features at a very low price. And an open-box deal drops them to just $49.99, making them even more of a bargain.

If you’re not hooked on AirPods, this is a fantastic chance to upgrade your audio without blowing your budget.

JBL Tune Flex 2 noise-canceling earbuds

You’ll forgive us for being a bit biased toward AirPods (and especially the new AirPods Pro 3). Apple’s earbuds deliver phenomenal audio, and they benefit from some special sauce that makes them work brilliantly inside the Apple ecosystem. They also come in any color you want — as long as that color is white.

However, AirPods cost a pretty penny (especially if you go Pro, with a list price of $249). If you don’t want to drop that kind of dough, JBL Tune Flex 2 earbuds offer many similar features at a much lower price. Plus, they look cool and come in fun colors.

These JBL earbuds don’t just look good, though. Their 12 mm dynamic drivers pack a punch, and JBL’s signature Pure Bass sound and Spatial Sound technology make things even better. Whether you’re diving into your Apple Music playlist, watching movies on your iPad or tuning into your favorite podcast on your iPhone, the sound quality is crisp, rich and immersive.

Call quality gets a boost from the the JBL Tune Flex 2 earbuds’ six built-in microphones and noise reduction tech. Your voice will come through loud and clear, even in noisy environments. And if you want to get even more out of your earbuds, the JBL Headphones app (available for iOS and Android) lets you customize sound profiles and call settings to fit your style.

Adaptive Noise Cancelling tech and solid battery life

The noise cancellation is no joke here either. With JBL’s Adaptive Noise Cancelling tech, you decide how much outside noise you want to block. Maybe you’re in a busy coffee shop or on the subway. Just switch on ANC and enjoy your music or calls without distraction. But if you need to stay aware of your surroundings or chat with someone without removing the earbuds, Ambient Aware and TalkThru modes let the outside world in without missing a beat.

These smart capabilities sound a lot like Apple’s Adaptive Audio features, including Adaptive mode (which blends active noise cancellation and Transparency mode) Transparent mode and Conversation Awareness.

The JBL Tune Flex 2 earbuds’ battery life is solid enough to power you through your day. You get up to eight hours of listening with noise cancellation on, plus 24 more from the charging case. Turn off the ANC, and the playback time stretches even longer, so you’re never left scrambling for a charge.

Designed with comfort and durability in mind, the earbuds’ ergonomic fit means they stay. Plus, the IP54-rated dust- and water-resistant build can handle sweat or light rain. Whether you’re hitting the gym, working from a cafe or just chilling at home, these earbuds do the trick.

And, unlike our beloved AirPods, the JBL Tune Flex 2 earbuds come in four colors, including three “ghost” (aka see-through) options: black, ghost mauve (which is a fancy way of saying purple), ghost white and ghost black.

Save on JBL Tune Flex 2 noise-canceling earbuds with this open-box deal

In short, the JBL Tune Flex 2 earbuds deliver premium sound, smart noise control, and long-lasting battery, all at a very affordable price.

Grab your own pair of JBL Tune Flex 2 noise-canceling earbuds for just $49.99 (regularly $109.95) while supplies last.

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