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Series

Go1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact Go 5 family product title.

Boom1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Current Boom family title. Boom 2, Boom 2 Plus and Boom Go 3i are distinct products.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

JBLGO5BLKAM1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Selected current US Black page explicitly lists Item# JBLGO5BLKAM. Regulatory alternatives GO5, GO5D, GO5T and GO5R are not all assigned to this selected SKU.

D5100, D51000101Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Selected US Adventurer Black single-speaker SKU D5100010, variant 45145323405502, verified by public US Shopify response. D5100 hardware separately printed on original QSG. No guessed suffix or D5103 code.3Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker.jsRead 8 October 2026Public US response ties variant 45145323405502 to D5100010, Adventurer Black / 1 and available true. Read through observed maker Shopify domain without private account/API.6Owner's manualfccid.io/m/94d3defbf03cdd3e9935981694a5d9c2dd50851ca87205dd80064d1c216d3f37.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original manufacturer QSG cover D5100, not an autogenerated manual. FCC-hosted copy.

GTIN / EAN

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

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18 June 20257Press releaseanker-in.com/posts/soundcore-launches-boom-3i-outdoor-speaker-with-floatable-design-and-enhanced-durabilityRead 8 October 2026Official parent maker announcement June 18, 2025.

Status

Available1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact Black US offer is in stock and available to purchase.

Available1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Current single-speaker variant available for sale. Inventory is distinct from release status.3Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker.jsRead 8 October 2026Selected single-speaker variant available. No numeric popularity invented.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

JBL Go 47Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/jbl-go-5-reviewRead 8 October 2026Own review explicitly identifies Go 4 as predecessor. Its specs are not inherited.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$54.956Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-go-5-review-small-upgrades-same-ultra-portable-appeal-156037Read 8 October 2026Contemporaneous April 18, 2026 actual review explicitly reports US MSRP $54.95. No current discount or storefront comparison price used. Tax treatment is unstated.

$139.997Press releaseanker-in.com/posts/soundcore-launches-boom-3i-outdoor-speaker-with-floatable-design-and-enhanced-durabilityRead 8 October 2026Official US single-speaker $139.99. Future Adventure Set $149.99 separate. Current shop $129.99 and updated review widget $129.99 are not launch price.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Native US store, selected Black-AM-Current, US item code and USD offer. No other market variant is added.

US1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Current US selected offer and USD pricing.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Only Black is represented for this selected reference.

Adventurer Black1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Only Adventurer Black reference represented.3Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker.jsRead 8 October 2026Exact option1 Adventurer Black and option2 1.

Speaker typeiHome covers speakers made to stay in one place, including smart speakers. A speaker with Wi-Fi or a voice assistant can be of any type.

Portable1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly describes an ultra-portable speaker.

Portable1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Explicit portable rugged outdoor speaker.

Audio

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Audio channelsiSound channels reproduced by one speaker. Pairing two speakers for stereo is separate.

Mono8Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/jbl/go-5Read 8 October 2026Public Music verdict explicitly says a single Go 5 downmixes stereo to mono. Reviewer tested Turquoise, with the same single-transducer marketed Go 5 hardware. Other-color performance expectations are not used to invent microphone, range, or locked measurement cells.

Mono8Reviewsoundguys.com/soundcore-boom-3i-review-the-best-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker-139777Read 8 October 2026Actual review explicitly mono standalone.10Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/anker/soundcore-boom-3iRead 8 October 2026Public verdict explicitly stereo downmix to mono unless paired with another unit.

Audio driversiPowered audio transducers in one speaker. Passive radiators are counted separately. Circular diameter and rectangular width and height have separate columns. Per-driver power must state continuous or RMS basis and battery or mains operation in the source note.

AJBL Go 5

Driver type	Count	Diameter (mm)
Full-range transducer	1	45

Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Technical Specifications lists a 45 mm transducer. Actual SoundGuys review describes its single 45 mm driver, while TechRadar explicitly identifies a single full-range 45 mm driver. Driver implementation type and passive radiator count are not separately published in these sources.6Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-go-5-review-small-upgrades-same-ultra-portable-appeal-156037Read 8 October 2026Actual Go 5 review identifies its 45 mm driver, distinct from the previous Go 4 output rating.7Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/jbl-go-5-reviewRead 8 October 2026Actual Go 5 review explicitly identifies its single full-range 45 mm driver. This confirms the powered driver count rather than inferring count from total RMS output.

Bsoundcore Boom 3i

Driver type	Count
Woofer	1
Tweeter	1

Source4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specifications state Woofer x1 and Tweeter x1. Per-driver RMS/continuous watts and diameters not published here.7Press releaseanker-in.com/posts/soundcore-launches-boom-3i-outdoor-speaker-with-floatable-design-and-enhanced-durabilityRead 8 October 2026One 40 W woofer sized 3.7 x 2 in and one 10 W 0.65 in tweeter. Continuous/RMS basis and rectangular axes unspecified, so only driver types/counts stored. No per-driver power or geometry invented.

Passive radiatorsiPassive, unpowered bass radiators. Excludes powered drivers.

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27Press releaseanker-in.com/posts/soundcore-launches-boom-3i-outdoor-speaker-with-floatable-design-and-enhanced-durabilityRead 8 October 2026Explicit pair of bass radiators, separate from powered transducers.

Rated audio poweriMaker-published total rated continuous audio output. Battery power is used for portable speakers when mains and battery ratings differ. Peak marketing power is separate.

4.8W2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Published total audio output 4.8 W RMS for the portable battery model. No peak output or separate mains rating is supplied.

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Rated audio power on mainsiTotal rated continuous audio output with external power. Store a separate battery rating when the maker publishes both.

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Audio output power (unspecified rating)iMaker- or reviewer-published audio output power whose continuous or peak rating basis is not stated. This is separate from rated continuous output and explicitly published peak output.

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50W1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Current Output specification says 50 W. Guide says Audio Output Power 50 W and review calls it rated. No continuous/RMS or peak basis stated, so only unspecified-rating field is filled. Maker 96 dB alarm is not a reviewer-measured music SPL maximum.4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Literal Audio Output Power 50 W. No continuous/RMS or peak basis, stored only as unspecified rating.

Peak audio poweriExplicitly published peak audio output. Never substitute for rated continuous output.

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Frequency response lower limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

87Hz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Published audio frequency response 87 Hz to 20 kHz at -6 dB. Maker claim, not reviewer-measured extension.

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Frequency response upper limit (claimed)iPublished acoustic frequency response limit. Tolerance and operating mode belong in the source note. The Bluetooth transmission range that some spec tables and retailers label Frequency Response, such as A2DP 20 to 20,000 Hz, is not stored.

20kHz2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Published 87 Hz to 20 kHz at -6 dB.

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Signal-to-noise ratio (claimed)

85dB2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Published greater than 85 dB. The stored number is the stated lower bound, not an exact measured 85 dB.

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Adjustable equalizeriUser-adjustable frequency bands. Selecting fixed sound presets alone does not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker names a user-adjustable seven-band EQ in JBL Portable.

Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Custom adjustable EQ through app, corroborated by actual reviewer 9-band sliders.

Equalizer bandsiNumber of user-adjustable frequency bands. Do not count sound presets.

71Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Seven-band EQ, separate from lighting themes and fixed sound modes.

98Reviewsoundguys.com/soundcore-boom-3i-review-the-best-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker-139777Read 8 October 2026Actual reviewer uses 9-band custom EQ. Manufacturer-provided sample, one-week test, firmware 01.20 and app v3.9.5. Presets not counted as bands.

Automatic sound adjustmentiAdjusts audio to placement or playback conditions. Keep the named feature and conditions in the source note.

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Sound modesiNamed playback modes. Battery extension modes are also qualified in battery source notes.

Playtime Boost6Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-go-5-review-small-upgrades-same-ultra-portable-appeal-156037Read 8 October 2026Playtime Boost reduces bass output to extend total runtime to about ten hours. Only this verified mode name is stored.

soundcore Signature, Treble Boost, Voice, Balanced, BassUp 2.04Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Named Signature, Treble Boost, Voice and Balanced EQ presets, plus maker-named BassUp 2.0. Buzz Clean maintenance and recorded-message amplification are not music sound modes.

Wireless stereo pairingiTwo compatible speakers can play separate left and right channels.

Yes1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026AirTouch links two Go 5 units for separate left/right stereo. It is not stereo reproduction from a single unit.

Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Two identical Boom 3i units split L/R through TWS, distinct from same-content PartyCast groups.4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Two identical units produce separate L/R through TWS, Bluetooth-button hold 2 seconds.

Speaker link protocolsiNamed systems for linking compatible speakers, such as PartyBoost, Auracast or Party Connect. Linking support does not establish compatibility across all models.

AirTouch, Auracast1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026AirTouch is the two-unit stereo-pairing feature. Auracast links multiple compatible JBL Auracast speakers. No maximum group count is published.

True Wireless Stereo (TWS), PartyCast1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Shop highlights TWS. Guide, original QSG, exact FAQ and actual maker top photo explicitly support PartyCast. Reviewer no-party wording is noted, not silently transferred.4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Dedicated PartyCast section synchronizes audio/light across compatible PartyCast units. Real maker top photo visibly has PartyCast button. RTINGS denial is contradicted by several primary sources. FAQ qualifies cross-model light synchronization.5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Questions 19/20 explicitly PartyCast master/secondary behavior. Different models cannot synchronize different light effects, qualifying guide broad wording.6Owner's manualfccid.io/m/94d3defbf03cdd3e9935981694a5d9c2dd50851ca87205dd80064d1c216d3f37.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original QSG independently documents actual PartyCast button use, matching current maker photo and full guide.10Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/anker/soundcore-boom-3iRead 8 October 2026Public comparison says no party mode. Contradicted by own guide, original QSG, current FAQ master/secondary instructions and real top PartyCast button. Maker capability retained with conflict disclosed.

Max linked speakersiPublished maximum in a speaker group. A stereo pair is recorded separately. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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Max Bluetooth group speakersiPublished maximum speakers in one Bluetooth playback group, including the first speaker. Source notes name the compatible models or families, linking system and firmware requirements. Wi-Fi groups and concurrent Bluetooth source devices are excluded. A stereo pair alone does not establish the maximum when other Bluetooth linking systems are supported. A figure such as 100+ is stored as 100.

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1004Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Up to 100 compatible soundcore PartyCast speakers total, including first source-connected unit. Exact PartyCast generation/minimum firmware unpublished. Not TWS pair count 2 used as maximum. General/global group field remains unknown.

Connectivity

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Bluetooth audio playbackiPlays audio streamed over Bluetooth from a phone or other source. Bluetooth used only for setup or app control does not count.

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026

Yes5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026

Bluetooth versioniVersion of the Bluetooth radio. Some Wi-Fi speakers use Bluetooth only for setup. See Bluetooth audio playback.

6.02Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own technical table states Bluetooth 6.0. Version alone is not used to infer LE Audio.

5.31Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Current specification Bluetooth 5.3. BLE control does not establish LE Audio.

Bluetooth codecsiExplicitly supported receive codecs. Bluetooth version alone does not establish codecs.

SBC, AAC, LC32Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Supported format list explicitly names SBC, AAC and LC3 in the Bluetooth specification. These are codecs, despite the website Music File Formats label. They are not USB storage-file formats. Source does not separately identify LC3 connection roles.

SBC, AAC5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Exact SBC/AAC answer, no codecs inferred from version.

Bluetooth profiles

A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.62Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Explicit A2DP V1.4 and AVRCP V1.6.

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Bluetooth LE AudioiExplicit LE Audio support. Bluetooth LE for app control alone does not qualify.

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AuracastiExplicit Auracast support. Sending, receiving and speaker-group roles belong in source notes.

Yes1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Explicit supported feature for compatible JBL speaker groups. This is not a blanket claim that all broadcast reception or transmission roles are supported.

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth source connections. Pairing memory and speaker-to-speaker linking do not qualify.

Yes7Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/jbl-go-5-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact Go 5 features section explicitly says multi-point connectivity. Maximum concurrent source count is not published and is not inferred from AirTouch stereo pairing.

Yes4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Guide describes another connected source taking over playback. FAQ explicitly establishes two concurrent connections.5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Exact answer supports up to two devices simultaneously.

Multipoint source devicesiMaximum concurrently connected Bluetooth source devices, not remembered pairings.

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25Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Two concurrent sources, distinct from speaker-group count.

Bluetooth range (claimed)iMaker-claimed Bluetooth range to the source device. Test conditions belong in the source note.

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30m4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own specification 30 m/98 ft. Published 30 m used, no more precise feet conversion or obstacle guarantee.

Wi-FiiBuilt-in Wi-Fi, for audio streaming, setup or control.

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Wi-Fi standardsiOne 802.11 name per item, such as 802.11ax. A Wi-Fi generation is written as its standard, so Wi-Fi 5 is 802.11ac and Wi-Fi 6 is 802.11ax. Older standards are listed only when a source names them.

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Network audio protocolsiNamed systems that stream audio to the speaker over the home network. AirPlay is written as AirPlay 2. Chromecast built-in is written as Google Cast. Other names follow the maker, such as Spotify Connect.

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USB audio inputiPlayback from a connected computer or phone through USB. Charging, service ports and USB flash-drive playback do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly supports lossless USB-C audio from compatible apps/services and audio content. USB storage-file playback is separate.

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USB drive playbackiPlayback of audio files on a connected USB storage device.

No3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwcceee1f9/pdfs/PA_JBL_GO_5_QSG_Global_SOP_V6_online.pdfRead 8 October 2026Lossless audio panel shows a computer connected through USB and an explicitly crossed-out USB drive with music symbol. USB drive file playback is not supported.

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USB audio file formats

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PortsiPhysical speaker connectors. Record charging, audio input, power output and service roles separately. A shared microphone and guitar jack is one port. A combo jack that takes XLR and 6.35 mm plugs is 6.35 mm audio, and the role names XLR. Optical is a TOSLINK digital audio socket.

AJBL Go 5

Connector	Count	Role
USB-C	1	Charging and wired audio input

Source1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Complete Connection Ports specification lists USB-C input. QSG shows the same physical port used for charging and computer audio. Optional EasySing Mic Mini compatibility is not an included microphone or a built-in call microphone.

Bsoundcore Boom 3i

Connector	Count	Role
USB-C	1	Speaker charging input

Source1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026One physical USB-C charging socket, matching maker diagram and photograph. No AUX or power-bank output. Direct USB digital audio and storage playback remain unknown.

Controls and software

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SpeakerphoneiBuilt-in microphone and call support, through a connected phone or a voice assistant's calling. A microphone used only for voice commands does not count. Microphone inputs for karaoke are separate.

No6Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-go-5-review-small-upgrades-same-ultra-portable-appeal-156037Read 8 October 2026Explicitly no built-in microphone and no phone-call support. Optional EasySing Mic Mini is a separate accessory.

No10Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/anker/soundcore-boom-3iRead 8 October 2026Public prose no built-in microphone. This field requires microphone plus calls, so no mic establishes no speakerphone. App amplification uses phone-recorded clips.

Voice assistantsiVoice assistants explicitly usable through the speaker, such as Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri or Sonos Voice Control. State whether a connected phone is required.

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Controls

Power, Bluetooth pairing, Play/pause, Next/previous track, Volume up/down, Auracast linking, USB audio activation, Lighting on/off, Factory reset3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwcceee1f9/pdfs/PA_JBL_GO_5_QSG_Global_SOP_V6_online.pdfRead 8 October 2026QSG Bluetooth pairing diagram gives play/pause once, next twice, previous three times and volume buttons. Power, Bluetooth and Auracast controls are separate. Lossless playback holds play while connecting USB. Reset holds plus and play for more than two seconds. Lighting can be enabled/disabled through the app and the shown on/off control.

Power, Bluetooth pairing, Play/pause, Next/previous track, Volume up/down, TWS pairing, PartyCast linking, BassUp on/off, Emergency alarm, Light effects on/off and selection, Factory reset4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own hardware map/button table identify each control. Reset Bluetooth plus volume up held 4 seconds. Emergency alarm is a safety tone. App Voice Amplifier uses phone messages, not calls or built-in speaker mic.6Owner's manualfccid.io/m/94d3defbf03cdd3e9935981694a5d9c2dd50851ca87205dd80064d1c216d3f37.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original button diagram matches actual maker hardware.

Companion app

JBL Portable1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026JBL Portable is the named companion app.

soundcore1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Named soundcore app.5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Exact app support. Voice Amplifier records clips in app and is not real-time amplification or calls.

App platforms

iOS, Android3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwcceee1f9/pdfs/PA_JBL_GO_5_QSG_Global_SOP_V6_online.pdfRead 8 October 2026QSG explicitly displays App Store and Google Play for JBL Portable.

iOS, Android4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Actual guide App Store and Google Play logos identify iOS/Android.

User firmware updates

Yes1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker app description explicitly supports device updates. QSG independently says update software.

Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Explicit app firmware updates. Maker recommends latest firmware for enhanced sound without naming exact version.4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Explicit app notification/update procedure.

Built-in lightingiDecorative or ambient lighting. Status, battery, connection and microphone indicator LEDs alone do not qualify.

Yes1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Built-in ambient edge lighting with selectable themes and power/pairing/battery/Auracast status cues. Color is fixed to the physical color variant, not user-selectable RGB.6Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-go-5-review-small-upgrades-same-ultra-portable-appeal-156037Read 8 October 2026Actual review says only the single lighting color corresponding to the body color is supported. The app changes effects, not the LED color.

Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Decorative RGB radiator light show, separate from status LEDs.4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Six dynamic beat-linked and four static ambient effects on both sides.5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Selectable decorative side effects, controlled by dedicated button and app. Status breathing is separate.7Press releaseanker-in.com/posts/soundcore-launches-boom-3i-outdoor-speaker-with-floatable-design-and-enhanced-durabilityRead 8 October 2026Programmable LED light show on left/right radiators.

Lighting modes

Bounce, Loop, Switch, Freeze7Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/jbl-go-5-reviewRead 8 October 2026Actual app test names Bounce, Loop, Switch and Freeze. Only these verified effect names are listed.

Neon Night, Spring Break, Romantic Stroll, Laid Back, Color Loop, Energy8Reviewsoundguys.com/soundcore-boom-3i-review-the-best-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker-139777Read 8 October 2026Actual app screenshot fully shows Neon Night, Spring Break, Romantic Stroll, Laid Back, Color Loop and Energy. Verified names, not complete inventory. Guide says 6 dynamic plus 4 ambient. Horizontally clipped names not guessed.9Reviewsoundguys.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Boom-3i-app_5-scaled.jpegRead 8 October 2026Direct public actual-review screenshot visually read. Six fully readable names retained. Rightmost clipped names not guessed.

Smart home

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Matter controlleriCan add and control Matter devices. Being a Matter device alone does not count.

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Thread border routeriConnects Thread smart home devices to the home network.

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Zigbee hubiA built-in Zigbee radio that controls Zigbee smart home devices.

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Battery and charging

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Built-in battery

Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own sheet specifies the built-in portable battery pack.

Yes4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Built-in rechargeable battery, charging status and app battery indicator.

Playback time (claimed)iMaximum maker-claimed music playback on one charge in normal playback mode. Battery extension or reduced-bass boost modes belong in battery_life_boost_h. Record volume and lighting conditions in the source note.

8h2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Up to eight hours in normal playback. Depends on volume, audio content and ambient-light themes. Volume, lighting preset and connection are not fixed in the published claim.

16h5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Maker lab up to 16 h at room temperature, factory defaults, 50% volume, lights off, BassUp off and default EQ. Varies with volume, source and environment. No boost-mode total.

Playback with battery extension (claimed)iTotal claimed runtime with the named battery extension mode enabled. Store the total, not only the extra hours. Keep sound and lighting restrictions in the source note.

10h2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Total up to ten hours with Playtime Boost, equal to eight plus two additional hours. SoundGuys explicitly explains that this mode reduces bass. Not stored as ordinary playback.7Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-bluetooth-speakers/jbl-go-5-reviewRead 8 October 2026Actual Go 5 review explicitly gives total ten hours with battery-saving Playtime Boost enabled, distinct from eight-hour normal playback. This corroborates the own sheet eight-plus-two notation.

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Battery energyiPublished battery pack energy. Do not calculate from an assumed voltage.

3.85Wh2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Published Li-ion pack energy 3.85 Wh. It agrees with the explicitly published 3.85 V and 1000 mAh, without assuming voltage.

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Battery capacityiPublished pack capacity at the voltage in battery_voltage_v. Do not substitute power-bank output capacity. A figure written per cell, such as 5000mAh*2, is not a pack capacity unless the maker states the pack figure.

1,000mAh2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Published equivalent capacity 1000 mAh at 3.85 V.

2,400mAh4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Literal 2400 mAh at 10.95 V pack, not power-bank output. No Wh calculation.

Nominal battery voltage

3.85V2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Published nominal pack voltage 3.85 V.

10.95V4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Published 10.95 V alongside pack capacity, not guessed from cell count.

Battery chemistry

Lithium-ion2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Published Li-ion.

Lithium-ion6Owner's manualfccid.io/m/94d3defbf03cdd3e9935981694a5d9c2dd50851ca87205dd80064d1c216d3f37.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original QSG Japanese safety text explicitly identifies this built-in lithium-ion battery as recyclable and prints Li-ion. Supports chemistry only, no extra energy/capacity inference.

User-replaceable batteryiBattery that the maker documents as replaceable by the user. Service replacement does not qualify.

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No5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Explicit No to battery replacement.

Full charge timeiTime from discharged to full under the maker conditions. Adapter rating and simultaneous use belong in source notes.

3h2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Maker claims three hours using DC 5 V / 1 A. No included USB cable or adapter. Simultaneous playback during charging is not specified.

4h4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Guide less than 4 h, current FAQ about 4 h on 15 W 5 V/3 A. Retained approximate 4 h maker full-charge claim. Simultaneous use unspecified.5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026About 4 h full charge with 15 W 5 V/3 A recommendation. Adapter model and simultaneous playback not stated.

Quick charge duration

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Playback after quick chargeiClaimed music playback after quick_charge_min of charging. Source conditions apply.

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Charging input ratingiPublished speaker input voltage and current. An adapter rating alone does not establish device input.

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5 V DC at 3 A4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own device Power Input 5 V DC 3 A. Applicable Anker A2337 adapter outputs are separate. Charger-output recommendation 0.05 W to 15 W does not independently establish a maximum device charging wattage or PD support.6Owner's manualfccid.io/m/94d3defbf03cdd3e9935981694a5d9c2dd50851ca87205dd80064d1c216d3f37.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original QSG repeats device 5 V DC 3 A.

Max charging inputiPublished maximum charging input. USB audio power requirements and adapter output are separate.

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USB Power Delivery charging

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Charges other devices

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No2Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Exact Charge Out row explicitly crossed out.

Max power-bank outputiPublished power delivered by the speaker to another device. Output voltage and current belong in the source note.

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Wireless chargingiThe speaker battery can be charged wirelessly. Wireless power output to another device is separate.

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Durability

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Dust and water ratingiExact published IP rating. Keep separate ratings, such as IP68 and IP69, as separate entries.

IP682Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own sheet states IP68. QSG footnote specifies 1.5 m immersion for 30 minutes. This immersion depth is not a drop-test height or a floating claim.

IP681Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026IP68 with port cover fully closed. Launch specifies 1.5 m water immersion for 30 minutes, separate from drop test.

Floats

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Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Explicit upright sound-forward floating playback, including moving water.

Drop resistanceiExplicit maker claim or defined drop test. Do not infer from rugged wording.

Yes1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact maker feature explicitly says Drop-proof. No test height or standardized drop procedure is published, so drop_test_height_m is omitted.

Yes1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Explicit drop-tested from 3.28 ft or 1 m.

Drop test heightiMaker-published tested height. Surface and conditions belong in source notes.

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1m1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Published 1 m. Parent maker announcement identifies concrete surface.7Press releaseanker-in.com/posts/soundcore-launches-boom-3i-outdoor-speaker-with-floatable-design-and-enhanced-durabilityRead 8 October 2026Explicit up to 1 m onto concrete. Water immersion test separate.

Carry featuresiPublished handles, straps, carabiners or wheels.

Integrated non-adjustable carrying loop9Reviewwhathifi.com/speakers/wireless-speakers/jbl-go-5Read 8 October 2026Actual Go 5 review identifies a durable non-adjustable carry loop integrated at the top right.

Detachable adjustable shoulder strap1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Detachable adjustable strap. Optional Adventure Set handle/case excluded.7Press releaseanker-in.com/posts/soundcore-launches-boom-3i-outdoor-speaker-with-floatable-design-and-enhanced-durabilityRead 8 October 2026Standard strap package is distinct from future magnetic case/carry-handle set.

Measured

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Playback time (measured)iReviewer-measured playback per charge. Volume, lighting, sound mode, firmware and connection belong in the source note.

9h8Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/jbl/go-5Read 8 October 2026Public Outdoors verdict and Go 4 comparison explicitly give nine hours of continuous battery life for the actual tested Turquoise Go 5 sample. The reviewer explicitly expects all color variants to perform similarly. The maker publishes the same Go 5 battery and audio specifications for the selected Black reference, with no identified material hardware difference. Preserve this as a reviewer-scoped Turquoise sample result, not a guaranteed Black-unit runtime. Public test method loops audio at 80 dB SPL measured at 1 m, from full charge to depletion with the latest available firmware. Actual lighting theme, EQ, codec and firmware version are not disclosed in the public review. The verdict separately mentions enabling Playtime Boost for more runtime. Maker eight-hour normal and ten-hour Boost claims remain separate. No membership-locked numeric cell was used.10Measurementrtings.com/speaker/tests/active-features/batteryRead 8 October 2026Public speaker battery method: fully charge after updating to latest available firmware, loop an audio track at 80 dB SPL at 1 m, and time until the speaker runs out of charge. This supplies method context for the publicly stated Go 5 result. Exact Go 5 light/EQ/codec settings and firmware version are not stated.

15h10Reviewrtings.com/speaker/reviews/anker/soundcore-boom-3iRead 8 October 2026Public review repeatedly reports about 15 h continuous playback with lights off. Blue test sample, same marketed D5100 hardware as selected Black, no documented material color difference. Sample commercial SKU, firmware build, transport/codec, EQ and BassUp state not public. Linked public method specifies full charge to depletion, 80 dB SPL at 1 m and latest available firmware at test. No locked decimal or charge/SPL/latency result read.11Measurementrtings.com/speaker/tests/active-features/batteryRead 8 October 2026Public linked method: latest available firmware, full charge, looped track at 80 dB SPL at 1 m to depletion. Actual review establishes lights off. Exact firmware, codec, EQ, BassUp and host remain unpublished. 15 h is rounded public prose, not a locked-table reconstruction.

Max sound pressure (measured)iReviewer-measured maximum SPL. Distance, test method and power source belong in source notes.

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Low-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured low-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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High-frequency extension (measured)iReviewer-measured high-frequency limit. Threshold and test method belong in source notes.

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Audio latency (measured)iReviewer-measured source-to-speaker latency. Source device, app, codec, firmware and connection belong in source notes. App compensation may affect results.

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Full charge time (measured)iReviewer-measured time from empty to full. Power adapter and method belong in the source note.

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Dimensions and weight

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DimensionsiSpeaker body width, height and depth on explicitly identified axes. Unlabeled tuples do not establish axis meanings. Handle, strap and orientation conditions belong in the source note.

Width101Height77.4Depth43mm(4 × 3 × 1.7 in)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own maker table explicitly labels W×H×D: 101×77.4×43 mm. Carry-loop inclusion in the body measurement is not separately specified.

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WeightiSpeaker mass including its battery. Excludes packaging, charger and removable carry accessories unless the source states otherwise.

231g(8.1 oz)3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwcceee1f9/pdfs/PA_JBL_GO_5_QSG_Global_SOP_V6_online.pdfRead 8 October 2026English technical table gives net 0.231 kg, exactly 231 g. It takes precedence over the spec-sheet and storefront rounded 0.23 kg. Packaging gross weight 0.32 kg is excluded.

780g(1.7 lb)2Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Current exact maker claim 780 g, also repeated as 27.5 oz and approximately 1.7 lb. SG header says 1080 g but does not establish measured/accessory scope. Explicit current maker claim retained. Cause and separate strap mass are unknown. Body dimensions are unlabeled 8.27 x 3.35 x 3.09 in, repeated 210 x 85 x 78.5 mm in an unlabeled diagram. No width/height/depth mapping is invented. The US product variant also carries weight metadata 1144 without an explicit bare-speaker/accessory scope. It is not substituted for the public speaker specification.8Reviewsoundguys.com/soundcore-boom-3i-review-the-best-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker-139777Read 8 October 2026Header 1080 g conflicts maker 780 g. Measurement/accessory scope and cause not established. Explicit current maker claim retained.

Body materials

Rubber protective edges5Press released21buns5ku92am.cloudfront.net/68681/pdf/campaigns/982-jbl-introduces-jbl-xtreme-5-and-jbl-go-5-with-upgraded-sound-new-lighting-features-and-improved-durab.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official JBL release describes both the Go 5 and Xtreme 5 as having protective rubber edges. No unsupported polymer names or packaging-as-body materials are added.

Plastic, Rubber8Reviewsoundguys.com/soundcore-boom-3i-review-the-best-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker-139777Read 8 October 2026Actual reviewer describes tough plastic shell and chunky rubber bumpers. No exact resin or metal grille material invented.

Certifications

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FCC IDs

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Other certifications

FSC-certified paper packaging1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Maker explicitly identifies FSC-certified paper packaging. This is packaging certification, not certification of the speaker electronics.

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In the box

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In the box

JBL Go 5 speaker, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card and Safety Sheet2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own US-linked sheet lists speaker, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card and Safety Sheet. USB cable is explicitly not included. Optional EasySing Mic Mini and charger are not in this published bundle.

soundcore Boom 3i speaker, USB-C to USB-C cable, Shoulder strap, Quick Start Guide5Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-Boom-3i-FAQRead 8 October 2026Full inventory speaker, USB-C C-to-C cable, strap and Quick Start Guide. No adapter, magnetic case or hard handle.

Links

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Product page

www.jbl.com/GO-5.html1Maker product pagejbl.com/GO-5.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact current US Black selection. Normal public web-tool extraction read the item and specs. Direct requests returned HTTP 403 and were not retried with alternate headers or bypass techniques.

us.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speaker1Maker product pageus.soundcore.com/products/d5100-boom-3i-waterproof-bluetooth-speakerRead 8 October 2026Explicit selected US URL. Ordinary requests to www redirect this local region to Nordic home, so public US storefront is used.

Spec sheet

www.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdf2Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwf293402f/pdfs/JBL_GO_5_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own Go 5 English maker sheet linked from the exact current US product page. No Go 4 or Xtreme 5 spec transfer.

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Manual

www.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwcceee1f9/pdfs/PA_JBL_GO_5_QSG_Global_SOP_V6_online.pdf3Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwcceee1f9/pdfs/PA_JBL_GO_5_QSG_Global_SOP_V6_online.pdfRead 8 October 2026Own current US product download: Go 5 Global SOP V6 QSG. English technical table and complete relevant control diagrams were read and rendered.

salesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdf4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000026832/en_US/000026832.pdfRead 8 October 2026Official support index explicitly links English User Guide D5100 to this original seven-page PDF. Entire guide read and visually checked. Original QSG independently matches hardware/buttons.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year4Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/howto/jbl-warranty-information-us/000028546.htmlRead 8 October 2026Current manufacturer US policy specifies one year for portable powered speakers purchased from authorized US resellers and used in the US. It is the published default unless a different period is stated on the supplied Warranty Card. Exact Go 5 page includes that card but does not separately publish a model-specific exception. Statutory rights and optional retailer coverage are excluded.

1.5years6Owner's manualfccid.io/m/94d3defbf03cdd3e9935981694a5d9c2dd50851ca87205dd80064d1c216d3f37.pdfRead 8 October 2026English original QSG p11 explicitly 18-month limited warranty, converted 1.5 years. Support list includes US. Statutory rights/optional service separate.

Both are also in the API. Back to all wireless speakers.