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JBL Tune 230NC TWS vs OnePlus Buds 3
Product A: JBL
70 of 166 known
Change JBL Tune 230NC TWS
Product B: OnePlus
84 of 166 known
Change OnePlus Buds 3
70 of 157 fields differ
- 31 different values
- 39 known for one only
- 22 the same
- 65 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 138 earbuds.
- Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)A: 8hB: 6.5hJBL is 1.5 h higher.
- Total with case and ANC (claimed)A: 32hB: 28hJBL is 4 h higher.
Weight
0 to 80 g
Weight per bud
A5.1g
B4.8g
Case weight
A47.3g
B40.8g
All 166 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
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Model numbers
TUNE230NCTWS, JBLT230NCTWSBAM, JBLT230NCTWSUAM, JBLT230NCTWSWAM, JBLTUNE230NCTWSWAM1Maker product pagejbl.com/TUNE230NCTWS-.htmlRead 23 October 2026Page item number JBLT230NCTWSBAM for Black. The White and Blue codes are in the US retailer data and the multilingual quick start guide gives the model TUNE230NCTWS. The Amazon US listing uses JBLTUNE230NCTWSWAM for White.5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B09FMS2QYDRead 23 October 2026Live Amazon US listing for the White earbuds: model number JBLTUNE230NCTWSWAM, manufacturer part number the same. It lists 40 hours, a 750 mAh case battery and Bluetooth 5.2.6Retailer pagegreentoe.com/product/JBL_Tune_230NC_Noise-Canceling_True_Wireless_In-Ear_Headphones__White__JBLT230NCTWSWAMRead 23 October 2026Lists JBLT230NCTWSWAM for White. The Blue code JBLT230NCTWSUAM comes from the Greentoe Blue listing.12Measurementsoundguys.com/jbl-tune-230nc-tws-review-64754Read 23 October 2026Review lists JBLT230NCTWSBAM, JBLT230NCTWSUAM and JBLT230NCTWSWAM.
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
$99.951Maker product pagejbl.com/TUNE230NCTWS-.htmlRead 23 October 2026Page: 99.95 USD each for the Black earbuds. The archived page of 29 Nov 2021 shows the same price with a New label. Amazon US sold it at 69.99 USD in May 2022 and 94 USD in Oct 2026.3Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20211129090142/https://www.jbl.com/wireless-earbuds/TUNE230NCTWS-.htmlRead 23 October 2026Archived JBL US page of 29 Nov 2021, the earliest capture: 99.95 USD each, Black, Blue and White variations and a New label.12Measurementsoundguys.com/jbl-tune-230nc-tws-review-64754Read 23 October 2026Review spec table: 99.95 USD original MSRP.
$993Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Priced at 99 USD at launch. The review is dated 5 February 2024.4Reviewandroidcentral.com/accessories/audio/oneplus-buds-3-reviewRead 10 October 2026Starts at 99 USD in North America.5Press article9to5google.comRead 10 October 2026Announced at 99 USD, 79 USD below the OnePlus Buds Pro 2.
Launch price (EU)
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Design
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Form factor
Bud shape
Use one bud alone
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RGB lighting
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Drivers and sound
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Drivers per bud
AJBL Tune 230NC TWS
| Type | Diameter (mm) | Count per earbud |
|---|---|---|
| Dynamic | 6 | 1 |
BOnePlus Buds 3
| Type | Role | Diameter (mm) | Count per earbud |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic | Woofer | 10.4 | 1 |
| Dynamic | Tweeter | 6 | 1 |
Driver type
Driver size
6mm
10.4mm
Drivers per bud
1
2
Diaphragm material
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Woofer: dual outer layer of TPU material.2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Woofer outer layer is dual TPU. The tweeter material is not stated.
Frequency response
Impedance
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Sensitivity
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Sensitivity reference
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Max sample rate
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Max bit depth
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Adaptive EQ
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Personalised sound
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Custom EQ bands
EQ presets
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Volume limit
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Spatial audio
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Spatial audio
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Noise cancelling
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Active noise cancelling
ANC type
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ANC microphones in both earbuds
Adaptive ANC
ANC levels
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ANC attenuation (claimed)
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Transparency mode
Adjustable transparency
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Automatic ANC and transparency blend
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Conversation detection
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Wind noise reduction
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Measured
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Frequency response notes (measured)
Against the SoundGuys house curve, which follows the Harman target, bass is boosted slightly more than the target and mids are somewhat underemphasised. The treble result is not given in text.12Measurementsoundguys.com/jbl-tune-230nc-tws-review-64754Read 23 October 2026SoundGuys frequency response test on a test head. The response chart did not load, so only the written summary is used and no numeric bass or treble amounts are stored.
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Bass amount (measured)
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Treble amount (measured)
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Deviation from target (measured)
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Consistency between fittings (measured)
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Harmonic distortion (measured)
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Sound leakage (measured)
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Noise isolation (measured)
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Noise isolation, best (measured)
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Passive isolation (measured)
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Call quality notes (measured)
Voices are intelligible in ideal conditions with sibilance from emphasised treble. Office noise is filtered less well but the voice still comes through. Street noise is handled well, with the start of an outside noise audible before it is filtered.12Measurementsoundguys.com/jbl-tune-230nc-tws-review-64754Read 23 October 2026SoundGuys microphone demonstrations. It scores the microphone 6.5 out of 10.
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Mic low-frequency extension (measured)
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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)
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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)
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Latency (measured)
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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)
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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)
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Latency in game mode (measured)
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Battery life (measured)
AJBL Tune 230NC TWS
| ANC | Hours (h) |
|---|---|
| Yes | 8.42 |
| Yes | 7.5 |
| Not available | 8.7 |
Source9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/jbl/tune-230nc-tws-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026Public verdict: 8.7-hour continuous playback, with an additional three charges in the case. ANC state, codec and volume are not stated in the public text. Numeric result tables are members only and were not read.10Reviewdigit.in/reviews/audio-video/jbl-tune-230nc-review-308847.htmlRead 23 October 2026Review of 1 Aug 2023: about 7.5 hours with ANC on at 50 percent volume and about one hour more with ANC off. Codec and firmware are not stated.12Measurementsoundguys.com/jbl-tune-230nc-tws-review-64754Read 23 October 2026SoundGuys lab test: 8 hours 25 minutes with ANC on, continuous music at a 75 dB SPL maximum output measured at the eardrum of a test head. Codec and firmware are not stated.
Longest tested use per charge
8.7h
7h
Battery life with case (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Weight per bud (measured)
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Microphones and calls
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Voice microphones in both earbuds
All microphones in both earbuds
Bone conduction voice sensor
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Mic noise reduction
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Call audio bandwidth
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Mic mute control
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Connectivity
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Chip
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Connections
Bluetooth
Bluetooth codecs
Bluetooth profiles
LE Audio
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Auracast
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Multipoint
No9Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/jbl/tune-230nc-tws-true-wirelessRead 23 October 2026The Live Pro 2 comparison names multi-device pairing for up to two devices as an advantage over the Tune 230NC. JBL does not state multipoint for the Tune 230NC.12Measurementsoundguys.com/jbl-tune-230nc-tws-review-64754Read 23 October 2026Review: multipoint is not supported.
Multipoint devices
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Multipoint with LDAC
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Paired devices remembered
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Automatic switching between own devices
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Fast pairing
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Audio sharing
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Wireless range (claimed)
Wireless receiver
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Receiver connector
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Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
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Latency
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Low latency mode
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Claimed latency
AJBL Tune 230NC TWS
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| Connection | Mode | Latency (ms) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | Select OnePlus phones with Pro Gaming mode on | 94 |
Lowest claimed latency
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94ms
Compatibility
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Platforms
Connection per platform
AJBL Tune 230NC TWS
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| Platform | Connection |
|---|---|
| Android | Bluetooth |
| iOS | Bluetooth |
Features that need a specific device
AJBL Tune 230NC TWS
| Feature | Needs |
|---|---|
| Active noise cancelling, Ambient Aware and TalkThru on the earbuds | Advanced controls are enabled by connecting the earbuds to the JBL Headphones app. |
| Voice assistant on the earbuds | Enable the voice assistant in the JBL Headphones app and assign it to the left or right earbud. The app marks Google Assistant as only available on Android. |
BOnePlus Buds 3
| Feature | Needs |
|---|---|
| Hi-Res audio with LHDC | Needs a source device with LHDC 4.0 or later. Set in Earbuds Function on OnePlus phones with Android 12 or later. Other Android 7.0 or later devices use HeyMelody. Not supported on iOS. |
| OnePlus Audio ID 2.0 | OnePlus phones with Android 11 or later set it in Earbuds Function. Other Android 7.0 or later and iOS devices use HeyMelody. |
| OnePlus 3D Audio | Does not support head tracking. OnePlus phones with Android 11 or later set it in Earbuds Function. Other Android 7.0 or later and iOS devices use HeyMelody. |
| OnePlus Fast Pair | OnePlus 6 series and later phones running Android 11 or later. |
| 94 ms low latency | Select OnePlus phone models with Pro Gaming mode enabled. |
Official licence
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Battery and charging
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Battery per bud
User-replaceable earbud battery
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Claimed battery life
AJBL Tune 230NC TWS
| Mode | Includes case recharges | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| ANC off | No | 10 |
| ANC off | Yes | 40 |
| ANC on | No | 8 |
| ANC on | Yes | 32 |
Source1Maker product pagejbl.com/TUNE230NCTWS-.htmlRead 23 October 2026Specs: maximum music play time 10 h with ANC off and 8 h with ANC on, maximum play time 40 h. Greentoe and Fonearena list 30 h extra from the case with ANC off and 24 h extra with ANC on, so the ANC on total with the case is 8 + 24 = 32 h. JBL states no codec, volume or ANC state for the 40 h total, and the retailer data matches ANC off.7Press articlefonearena.com/blog/363047/jbl-tune-230nc-jbl-130nc-price-india-features.htmlRead 23 October 2026India launch article of 3 May 2022: 10 hours with ANC off and 8 hours with ANC on. With the case 40 hours total, 30 hours with ANC off and 24 hours with ANC on from the case. JBL's own pages state only the 40 hours.
BOnePlus Buds 3
| Mode | Codec | Includes case recharges | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANC off | AAC | No | 10 |
| ANC off | AAC | Yes | 44 |
| ANC on | AAC | No | 6.5 |
| ANC on | AAC | Yes | 28 |
| ANC off | LHDC | No | 7 |
| ANC off | LHDC | Yes | 30 |
| ANC on | LHDC | No | 5.5 |
| ANC on | LHDC | Yes | 24 |
| Call | Not available | No | 4 |
Longest claimed use per charge
10h
10h
Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)
8h
6.5h
Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)
10h
10h
Total with case (claimed)
40h
44h
Total with case and ANC (claimed)
32h
28h
Talk time (claimed)
Not available
4h
Full charge time, buds
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Charging guidance
JBL lists a charging time of 2 hours from empty and does not say whether it is the earbuds, the case or both. The power supply is 5 V 1 A.2Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw8eb6354f/pdfs/JBL_TUNE%20230NC%20TWS_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Tech spec: power supply 5 V 1 A and charging time 2 hrs from empty. The charging page shows a USB-C cable to the case and a 2 hr charge symbol without naming earbuds or case.
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Quick charge time
Earbud playback after quick charge
2h1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 202610 minutes of charging gives 2 hours of earbuds playback, with ANC off, 50 percent volume and AAC. The 7 hour figure includes the charging case and is not stored.2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026
Charging case
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Case battery
User-replaceable case battery
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Case charging port
Case full charge time
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Wireless charging
Wireless standards
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Wireless charging power
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Speaker in case
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Screen on case
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Case works as audio transmitter
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Controls
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Controls
Earbud volume control
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Gestures
Left earbud single tap: switch between ANC, Ambient Aware and off, Left earbud double tap: TalkThru, Right earbud single tap: play or pause, Right earbud double tap: next track, Right earbud triple tap: previous track, Either earbud double tap: answer or end a call, Either earbud hold for 2 seconds during a call: mute or unmute the microphone, Either earbud hold for 2 seconds: voice assistant2Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw8eb6354f/pdfs/JBL_TUNE%20230NC%20TWS_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Controls page 9. Left earbud: tap x1 cycles ANC, Ambient Aware and off, tap x2 TalkThru, tap x2 call answer or end, hold for 2 s mutes or unmutes the microphone, and hold for 2 s calls the voice assistant. Right earbud: tap x1 play or pause, tap x2 next track, tap x3 previous track, and the same call, microphone and voice assistant gestures. ANC, Ambient Aware and TalkThru need the app.
Tap twice: next song, answer or hang up a call, Tap three times: previous song, Tap and hold 3 seconds: reject call, Press and hold: switch noise cancellation or transparency mode, Slide finger up or down: volume1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026Specification list of touch control and touch volume control. A single tap does nothing by default, per Android Central.
Remappable controls
Voice assistant
Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Bixby, Siri2Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw8eb6354f/pdfs/JBL_TUNE%20230NC%20TWS_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Controls page: Ok Google and Alexa built-in under voice assistants, and Bixby, Siri or others. App page: set up Google Assistant (Android only) or Amazon Alexa.
Google Assistant, Siri3Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026
Sensors and health
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In-ear detection
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Sensors
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Heart rate sensor
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Skin temperature sensing
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Hearing aid feature
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Medical clearances
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Hearing test
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Hearing protection
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Health features
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Fit and durability
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Ear tips included
Ear tip materials
Stabilisers
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Ear tip fit test
Dust and water rating, buds
Dust and water rating, case
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Water resistance depth
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Software
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Companion app
App platforms
User firmware updates
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Finding network
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Precision finding
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Live translation
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Dimensions and weight
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Weight per bud
Bud dimensions
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Case weight
Case dimensions
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Certifications
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Hi-Res Audio
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Communication certifications
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FCC IDs
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Other certifications
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TÜV Rheinland certification for noise cancellation2Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3Read 10 October 2026
In the box
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In the box
JBL Tune 230NC TWS earbuds, Charging case, USB Type-C charging cable, 3 sizes of eartips, Quick Start Guide / Safety Sheet, Warranty / Warning1Maker product pagejbl.com/TUNE230NCTWS-.htmlRead 23 October 2026Box contents tab: earbuds, USB Type-C charging cable, 3 sizes of eartips, charging case, Quick Start Guide / Safety Sheet, Warranty / Warning.
OnePlus Buds 3 earbuds (one pair), OnePlus Buds 3 charging case, User guide, Silicone ear tips (S, M, L), Safety and Warranty card, USB Type-C charging cable1Maker product pageoneplus.com/us/oneplus-buds-3/specsRead 10 October 2026Earbuds, charging case, user guide, 3 silicone ear tips (S, M, L), safety and warranty card, USB Type-C cable.
Cables included
AJBL Tune 230NC TWS
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| USB Type-C charging cable | 1 |
BOnePlus Buds 3
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| USB Type-C charging cable | 1 |
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
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Manual
www.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw8eb6354f/pdfs/JBL_TUNE%20230NC%20TWS_QSG_Multilingual.pdf2Owner's manualjbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw8eb6354f/pdfs/JBL_TUNE%20230NC%20TWS_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Multilingual quick start guide, 36 pages, read in Chrome.
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EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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