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General

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Series

Vibe1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/journey-past-the-ordinary-and-discover-new-ways-to-listen-with-jbls-next-generation-headphonesRead 13 October 2026Sold in the JBL Vibe 2 series with Vibe Buds 2 and Vibe Flex 2.

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

JBLVBEAM2BLKAM, JBLVBEAM2WHTAM, JBLVBEAM2PIKAM3Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/jbl-vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026Lists JBLVBEAM2WHTAM for the white pair.4Retailer pagepanacompu.com/panama/en/product-information/jbl-vibe-beam-2-earbuds-stereo-in-ear-wireless-bluetooth-20-hz-20-khz-blackRead 13 October 2026Black part number JBLVBEAM2BLKAM. The pink listing on the same retailer gives JBLVBEAM2PIKAM.

D1202, D1202Z11, D1202Z21, D1202Z31, D1202Z512Maker product pagesoundcoreusa.myshopify.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-anc.jsRead 8 October 2026Official US soundcore store product data lists the colour SKUs Z11, Z21, Z31 and Z51 (D1202Z11 and so on). Selected reference is Black Z11. Non-US D1202311 is excluded.

GTIN / EAN

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194644247409, 194644251673, 194644251680, 1946442517102Maker product pagesoundcoreusa.myshopify.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-anc.jsRead 8 October 2026UPCs in the official US soundcore store product data: Z11 194644247409, Z21 194644251673, Z31 194644251680, Z51 194644251710.

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

6 January 20251Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/journey-past-the-ordinary-and-discover-new-ways-to-listen-with-jbls-next-generation-headphonesRead 13 October 2026

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Status

Available3Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/jbl-vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026Listed with a current Amazon US price.

Available1Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-ancRead 8 October 2026Exact P31i maker product page, US reference. Technical claims are not reviewer measurements.

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

JBL Vibe Beam8Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/us/en/headphones/VIBE-BEAM-2.htmlRead 23 October 2026The JBL support page for the Vibe Beam 2 lists the JBL Vibe Beam as its predecessor product.

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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.

$59.951Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/journey-past-the-ordinary-and-discover-new-ways-to-listen-with-jbls-next-generation-headphonesRead 13 October 2026The Vibe Beam 2 row of the table lists $59.95. The release states no currency or region. It is a US release, so USD is assumed.

$49.9910Press articlenotebookcheck.net/Anker-soundcore-P31i-Earbuds-with-LDAC-and-ANC-now-available.1162239.0.htmlRead 8 October 2026Launch availability article 13 November 2025 explicitly distinguishes $49.99 RRP from $44.99 discount. Not current sale 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.

US1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/journey-past-the-ordinary-and-discover-new-ways-to-listen-with-jbls-next-generation-headphonesRead 13 October 2026The Harman release states no region. Set to US from the US press release and US dollar price.

US1Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-ancRead 8 October 2026US store page in USD. Reference is D1202Z11 Midnight Black. No Nordic or Japanese SKU is substituted.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, White, Pink, Blue1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/journey-past-the-ordinary-and-discover-new-ways-to-listen-with-jbls-next-generation-headphonesRead 13 October 20263Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/jbl-vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

Midnight Black, Pearl White, Light Blue, Rose Gold2Maker product pagesoundcoreusa.myshopify.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-anc.jsRead 8 October 2026Colour variants in the official US soundcore store product data: Z11 Midnight Black, Z21 Pearl White, Z31 Light Blue, Z51 Rose Gold.

Segment

Music1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/journey-past-the-ordinary-and-discover-new-ways-to-listen-with-jbls-next-generation-headphonesRead 13 October 2026Marketed for music with powerful bass.

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Design

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Form factoriIn-ear seals the ear canal with a tip. Semi-in-ear rests in the outer ear without a seal. Open-ear leaves the ear canal unobstructed.

In-ear1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/journey-past-the-ordinary-and-discover-new-ways-to-listen-with-jbls-next-generation-headphonesRead 13 October 2026Described as closed type stick earbuds with an ergonomic fit. Silicone ear tips seal the ear canal.

In-ear3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Wearing guide explicitly inserts earbuds into ear canal with correctly sealing tips.

Bud shapeiStem describes an extending control or microphone stalk. Stemless describes a compact body without a stalk.

Stem1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/journey-past-the-ordinary-and-discover-new-ways-to-listen-with-jbls-next-generation-headphonesRead 13 October 2026

Stem3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Stated in the original maker English D1202 User Guide.

Use one bud aloneiWhich earbud can operate alone. This does not mean two earbuds can play from different sources.

Either bud6Reviewhifireport.com/jbl-vibe-beam-2-reviewRead 13 October 2026Either earbud can be used independently for calls or audio.

Either bud4Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-P31i-R60i-NC-FAQRead 8 October 2026FAQ 6: putting one earbud in the case and closing lid leaves the other independently usable.

RGB lighting

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Drivers and sound

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Drivers per budiAudio transducers in one earbud. Rows distinguish their type, acoustic role and published diameter. Do not count microphones.

AJBL Vibe Beam 2

Type	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	8	1

Source2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

Bsoundcore P31i

Type	Diameter (mm)
Dynamic	11

Source3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10 states 11 mm driver unit. Transducer count is not inferred from the size row.9Reviewrecordingnow.com/blog/soundcore-p31i-reviewRead 8 October 2026Sound Quality section states 11 mm dynamic drivers. The maker guide supplies size. Per-bud transducer count is not explicitly stated and stays unknown.

Driver typeiPublished transducer technology. High-excursion, composite and neodymium do not by themselves establish a driver type.

Dynamic2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

Dynamic9Reviewrecordingnow.com/blog/soundcore-p31i-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact hands-on review Sound Quality section states 11 mm dynamic drivers. Maker manual establishes size. No guessed count or diaphragm alloy composition.

Driver sizeiLargest explicitly published circular driver diameter in one earbud. A rectangular driver width is not a diameter.

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Drivers per budiTotal audio transducers in one earbud, summed from explicit driver quantities. A row with an unknown quantity makes the total unknown.

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Diaphragm material

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Titanium-coated1Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-ancRead 8 October 2026Exact P31i maker product page, US reference. Technical claims are not reviewer measurements.

Frequency responseiPublished acoustic frequency response of the earbuds. Codec transmission bandwidth alone does not qualify. Conditions belong in the source note.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 202620 Hz to 20 kHz with a tolerance of plus or minus 10 dB as listed.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10 specifications: 20-20 kHz acoustic frequency response. This is not LDAC transmission bandwidth.

Impedance

16Ω2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

14.2Ω3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10 specifies 14.2 ohms.

SensitivityiPublished acoustic sensitivity. The electrical reference and frequency must be stated in sensitivity_reference or the source note.

100dB2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026100 dB SPL at 1 kHz with 1 mW input.

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Sensitivity reference

Per 1 mW2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

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Max sample rateiHighest supported audio sample rate under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. This does not establish lossless playback.

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Max bit depthiHighest supported audio bit depth under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. Bluetooth version alone does not establish this.

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Adaptive EQiAn inner mic tunes the sound to your ear in real time

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Personalised soundiA profile from a hearing test or ear scan

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Yes3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 1 lists HearID Sound in the app. This is a hearing-based profile, not Adaptive EQ.

Onboard EQ

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Custom EQ bandsiNumber of independently adjustable custom equalizer frequency bands. Availability may require current firmware, an app or a compatible device.

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EQ presetsiNamed equalizer sound presets. Noise-control modes and spatial-audio modes are separate features.

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soundcore Signature, Acoustic, Bass Booster, Bass Reducer, Classical6Reviewscarbir.com/tws/soundcore-p31i-reviewRead 8 October 2026Actual exact-review Sound Effects screenshot read at full size: soundcore Signature, Acoustic, Bass Booster, Bass Reducer, Classical. More is navigation, not a preset. Custom EQ bands are not shown and remain unknown. Source screenshot: https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5beb251ab40b9dd2724c2f46/6588a8d7-d293-4581-a82a-d85d43d8c886/Soundcore%2BP31i%2Bsound%2Beffects%2Bapp.PNG7Maker product pageankerjapan.com/blogs/faq/soundcore-p31iRead 8 October 2026Exact P31i FAQ names Bass Booster and Bass Reducer. Other unnamed preset names not borrowed from P30i.

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audioiNamed spatial or surround audio processing supported with the source and platform conditions stated in the source note.

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Spatial Audio3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Stated in the original maker English D1202 User Guide.

Head trackingiSpatial audio changes with head movement. Static spatial processing alone does not qualify. Compatible device or content requirements belong in the source note.

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/journey-past-the-ordinary-and-discover-new-ways-to-listen-with-jbls-next-generation-headphonesRead 13 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-ancRead 8 October 2026Exact P31i maker product page, US reference. Technical claims are not reviewer measurements.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses exterior microphones. Feedback uses interior microphones. Hybrid uses both. Adaptive control is separate from microphone placement.

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ANC microphones in both earbudsiPhysical microphones used by ANC across the pair. A shared call and ANC microphone counts once. Case microphones and vibration sensors are excluded.

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Adaptive ANCiANC strength or calibration adjusts automatically to noise, fit or ear acoustics. The source note states the adjustment conditions.

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Yes1Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-ancRead 8 October 2026ANC automatically selects a strength based on surroundings.

ANC levelsiNumber of selectable ANC strength levels. Excludes ANC off, transparency and activity profiles unless they explicitly set distinct strength levels.

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56Reviewscarbir.com/tws/soundcore-p31i-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact app observation: manual strengths 1-5. Adaptive and Transport/Outdoor/Indoor profiles are not counted as additional levels.

ANC attenuation (claimed)iManufacturer maximum claimed noise attenuation. Frequency and measurement conditions belong in the source note. This is not reviewer-measured overall attenuation.

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52dB1Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-ancRead 8 October 2026Up to 52 dB claimed maximum. Maker internal test, frequency not stated. Not average broadband attenuation.

Transparency mode

Yes2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Stated in the original maker English D1202 User Guide.

Adjustable transparency

Yes3Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/jbl-vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

Yes6Reviewscarbir.com/tws/soundcore-p31i-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact app observation distinguishes Fully Transparent and Vocal Mode, selectable profiles rather than an inferred numeric range.

Automatic ANC and transparency blendiAutomatically blends active cancellation with ambient sound. Automatic activity-based switching between separate modes alone does not qualify.

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Conversation detection

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Wind noise reductioniA documented physical design or processing feature for reducing wind noise. The source note distinguishes mesh or shape changes from selectable processing.

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Yes1Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-ancRead 8 October 2026Maker specifically names wind-noise reduction algorithm for calls. Separate selectable ANC/transparency wind processing is documented by Scarbir.

Measured

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Frequency response notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Warm tuning, emphasized bass and slightly underemphasized treble.8Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/anker/soundcore-p31iRead 8 October 2026Public sound-profile teaser: Warm. Test bench 2.3. Full curve, EQ/ANC/codec and test settings are member-only and not accessed.

Bass amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the bass range. Positive means more bass. Target, test method and settings belong in the source note.

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4dB8Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/anker/soundcore-p31iRead 8 October 2026Public sound-profile teaser reports bass emphasis 4 dB relative to RTINGS target on bench 2.3. Exact test settings not public.

Treble amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the treble range. Positive means more treble. Values from different targets may not be directly comparable.

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-3dB8Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/anker/soundcore-p31iRead 8 October 2026Public sound-profile teaser reports treble underemphasis 3 dB relative to RTINGS target on bench 2.3. Exact test settings not public.

Deviation from target (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Consistency between fittings (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Harmonic distortion (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Sound leakage (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation, best (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Call quality notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Speech is clear in quiet conditions. Background noise can make the voice dip, with larger dips in wind.6Reviewscarbir.com/tws/soundcore-p31i-reviewRead 8 October 2026Own phone/video call observations with quiet, incidental noise and wind. Exact source host, codec, firmware and test level not stated. No numerical SNR or latency inferred. Reviewer battery approximate observations lack documented full-discharge method, omitted.

Mic low-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency in game mode (measured)iThe best case the buds can reach. Measured by a reviewer

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Battery life (measured)iReviewer-tested operation from one full charge of the earbuds. Excludes case recharges. ANC, codec, connection, volume and tested edition belong in the row or source note.

AJBL Vibe Beam 2

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Bsoundcore P31i

Hours (h)
7.3

Source8Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/anker/soundcore-p31iRead 8 October 2026Public exact-review P41i comparison reports tested continuous P31i runtime 7.3 h, rounded as published. Test bench 2.3, exact ANC/codec/volume/firmware not public. No settings borrowed from generic methodology or estimated case total. Detailed locked results not accessed.

Longest tested use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only duration among stored reviewer tests. Modes and settings may differ between tests and products.

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Battery life with case (measured)iReviewer-tested total including earbuds and case recharges. Do not calculate this by multiplying one-charge runtime by claimed recharge count.

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Full charge time (measured)iBuds in the case, 0 to 100 %. Measured by a reviewer

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Weight per bud (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Microphones and calls

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Voice microphones in both earbudsiPhysical call and beamforming microphones across the pair. Excludes case microphones and vibration sensors. Shared ANC microphones can also count here when used for calls.

42Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

61Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-ancRead 8 October 2026Six AI-enhanced call microphones across the stereo pair. Shared physical microphones count once. No case microphone inferred.

All microphones in both earbudsiEvery physical microphone across the pair, including call and ANC microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes the charging case and voice vibration sensors.

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69Reviewrecordingnow.com/blog/soundcore-p31i-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact hands-on review Microphone Quality section explicitly six total AI-enhanced microphones. Maker six call-microphone claim corroborates total. No separate case mic counted.

Bone conduction voice sensoriA dedicated bone or jaw conduction sensor for detecting speech vibrations. A microphone or speech-detecting accelerometer alone does not prove this architecture.

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Mic noise reduction

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AI1Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-ancRead 8 October 2026Exact P31i maker product page, US reference. Technical claims are not reviewer measurements.

Call audio bandwidthiHighest supported call-audio bandwidth. Compatible phone, operating system, call app or network requirements belong in the source note.

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Mic mute controliAn earbud control that mutes the microphone during calls. Includes touch or pressure gestures and physical buttons. Phone/app-only controls do not qualify.

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SidetoneiHear your own voice in calls

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Connectivity

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Chip

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Connections

Bluetooth2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

Bluetooth3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Stated in the original maker English D1202 User Guide.

Bluetooth

5.33Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/jbl-vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

6.13Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10 specifications 6.1, also current US product heading. No value borrowed from P30i or Life P3i.

Bluetooth codecs

SBC, AAC5Press articlenextpit.de/in-ear-kopfhoerer/jbl-wave-beam-2Read 13 October 2026Lists AAC and SBC for the JBL Wave Beam 2, the same hardware under the Wave name in some markets. A review states AAC is the only codec above SBC.

SBC, AAC, LDAC12Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/product-description/a08e2000002muutAAARead 8 October 2026Exact current US support product descriptor links D1202 manuals and explicitly lists SBC/AAC/LDAC, Bluetooth 6.1. No codec borrowed from Japanese Nxx SKU, whose listing omits LDAC. The malformed IPX55 string is not used.

Bluetooth profiles

A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6.2, HFP 1.82Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

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LE Audio

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Auracast

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth connections to multiple source devices. Pairing memory and switching through a manufacturer account alone do not qualify.

Yes2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

Yes3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Stated in the original maker English D1202 User Guide.

Multipoint devicesiMaximum source devices concurrently connected by Bluetooth, not the number remembered in pairing history.

22Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026Connects to 2 devices at once.

23Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 3: second source can connect while first remains connected. Dual Connections is on by default.

Multipoint with LDACiMany buds turn multipoint off on LDAC

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Yes4Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-P31i-R60i-NC-FAQRead 8 October 2026Current exact English FAQ 4 expressly allows Dual Connection and LDAC simultaneously. Earlier Scarbir review says LDAC sacrifices dual connection. Tested firmware is unspecified, no minimum firmware invented. Current maker capability takes priority.

Paired devices rememberediMaximum remembered Bluetooth source pairings. This is separate from simultaneous multipoint connections.

82Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026Stores up to 8 devices.

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Automatic switching between own devicesiThrough the maker's account

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Fast pairing

Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

Google Fast Pair3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Stated in the original maker English D1202 User Guide.

Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

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Wireless range (claimed)

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10m3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original English guide PDF page 10 specifies Bluetooth range 10 m. Claimed range, no receiver/dongle inference.

Wireless receiveri2.4 GHz dongle

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Receiver connector

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Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiBoth connection types can play audio together. Quick switching between independent modes does not qualify.

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Latency

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Low latency mode

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Claimed latency

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Lowest claimed latency

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Compatibility

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PlatformsiPlatforms with documented audio support. App availability and advanced features can be more limited. Edition-specific support is listed in variants.

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Android, iOS, Windows, macOS3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 2 documents Android/iOS pairing. Windows/Mac audio and microphone routing is separately documented in exact maker FAQ.

Connection per platformiDocumented audio connection for each platform. USB-C phone routes require a compatible port. Platform edition and microphone restrictions belong in source notes or feature requirements.

AJBL Vibe Beam 2

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Bsoundcore P31i

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Windows	Bluetooth	Yes
macOS	Bluetooth	Yes
Android	Bluetooth	Not available
iOS	Bluetooth	Not available

Source7Maker product pageankerjapan.com/blogs/faq/soundcore-p31iRead 8 October 2026Exact P31i FAQ explicitly lists Windows hands-free microphone/speaker and Mac P31i input/output, plus Android/iPhone Bluetooth audio settings. Basic host routing only, Japanese runtimes/codecs not transferred. Phone microphone flags not inferred from audio pairing.

Features that need a specific deviceiDevice, operating system, firmware, codec, content, account or region requirements for a named feature.

AJBL Vibe Beam 2

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Bsoundcore P31i

Feature	Needs
Regional naming	P31i and R60i NC are regional names of D1202 in the maker guide. Reference is US Midnight Black D1202Z11. Japanese codec/app statements are not transferred.
LDAC	Android 8.0+ and compatible LDAC host. Select Preferred audio quality in the soundcore app. LDAC is unavailable on iOS and disables Spatial Audio according to current maker FAQ.
Dual Connections with LDAC	Supported by current exact maker FAQ. Earlier review reports the features as mutually exclusive. Firmware minimum is not documented.
AI assistant and translation	Latest soundcore app connected to earbuds. Allow Android background app operation. Disable Dual Connections for real-time translation as instructed by current guide.
Google Fast Pair	Android 6.0+ with Google Fast Pair support.
Single-earbud listening	Place other earbud in charging case and close lid. Mono control diagram uses Normal or Transparency mode, not ANC.
Computer calls	Windows conferencing software uses P31i hands-free microphone and speaker. Mac selects P31i input/output. Music-only stereo output does not establish call microphone routing.

Source3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Pairing, mono controls, AI assistant/translation and LDAC sections. Latest app required for AI, Dual Connections disabled for translation, LDAC Android 8+ only. Current English FAQ states Spatial Audio incompatible with LDAC.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery per budiBattery cell capacity of one earbud. The source note states typical or rated capacity. Charging input current is not capacity.

50mAh2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 202650 mAh, 3.85 V Li-ion, per earbud.

60mAh3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10: 60 mAh per single earbud. Nominal/rated qualifier not stated.

User-replaceable earbud batteryiThe maker documents normal battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Claimed battery lifeiManufacturer maximum runtime under the stated mode, codec and spatial processing state. Name the spatial or immersive processing mode and other conditions in source notes. Omit unspecified settings. with_case false means one charge of the earbuds. true means earbuds plus case recharges.

AJBL Vibe Beam 2

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	No	10
ANC on	No	8
ANC off	Yes	40
ANC on	Yes	32
Call	No	6

Source2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026Up to 10 hours with ANC off and 8 hours with ANC on. Up to 40 hours with the case and ANC off. Talk time 6 hours with ANC off and 5.5 hours with ANC on. The call row stores the ANC off figure.7Reviewdevicediary.blog/jbl-vibe-beam-2-reviewRead 13 October 2026The case adds 24 hours with ANC on, for about 32 hours in total. HiFi Report gives the same total. Both reviews repeat the maker figure.

Bsoundcore P31i

Mode	Codec	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	Not available	No	10
ANC off	Not available	Yes	50
ANC on	Not available	No	8
ANC on	Not available	Yes	40
ANC on	LDAC	No	6
ANC on	LDAC	Yes	30

Source3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10: ANC off 10 h/50 h case-inclusive, ANC on 8 h/40 h. Codec not stated. LDAC-specific rows are from separate exact maker usage-tips PDF. Conflicting call figures are not stored.5Maker spec sheet (PDF)m.media-amazon.com/images/I/A1h7EiakJTL.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original three-page soundcore usage-tips document, exact P31i. Page 3 separately states ANC+LDAC 6 h earbuds/30 h case-inclusive. Standard ANC 8 h/40 h and normal 10 h/50 h agree with current manual. Call 5 h/25 h conflicts with English FAQ 5.3 h and Japanese FAQ 5 h/26 h, so all call rows omitted. Codec/volume for standard rows not specified.

Longest claimed use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only runtime among all stored modes. This can be ANC off, Hearing Aid, heart-rate or call use. Read the battery table and source conditions.

10h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

10h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC enabled. Codec and spatial-audio conditions belong in the source note.

8h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

8h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC disabled. Codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

10h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

10h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case (claimed)iHighest claimed runtime including the initial earbud charge and all case recharges. It is not the case recharge runtime alone.

40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

50h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case and ANC (claimed)iClaimed total playback with ANC, including the initial earbud charge and case recharges.

32h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Talk time (claimed)

6h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Full charge time, budsiTime to charge discharged earbuds to full in the case. Excludes charging the case itself or a combined buds-and-case result.

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60min3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10 explicitly full earbud charging 1 h, separately from case.

Charging guidanceiPublished charging guidance or estimates that do not separate earbuds and case. Preserve the maker’s component scope and limits. Do not assign an unspecified or combined estimate to a component-specific numeric field.

Full charge in 2 hours over USB Type-C (5 V, 1 A). The maker does not separate earbud and case charging time.2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

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Quick charge timeiCharge duration corresponding to quick_charge_playback_h. Source note states earbuds-only or case-inclusive charging and playback settings.

10min1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/journey-past-the-ordinary-and-discover-new-ways-to-listen-with-jbls-next-generation-headphonesRead 13 October 202610 minutes of speed charge gives 3 hours of playback. Earbud playback.

10min3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 4: ten minutes of charging earbuds in case gives up to 3.5 h earbuds-only playback.

Earbud playback after quick chargeiEarbuds-only runtime after quick_charge_min of charging. A claimed case-inclusive total does not qualify. ANC, codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

3h1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/journey-past-the-ordinary-and-discover-new-ways-to-listen-with-jbls-next-generation-headphonesRead 13 October 2026

3.5h3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 4: ten minutes of charging earbuds in case gives up to 3.5 h earbuds-only playback. ANC/codec not stated.

Charging case

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Case batteryiCharging-case battery cell capacity. The source note distinguishes typical, rated and output capacity. USB output capacity alone does not qualify.

550mAh2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026550 mAh, 3.7 V.

800mAh3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10: 800 mAh case. Not USB output capacity.

User-replaceable case batteryiThe maker documents normal case battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Case charging port

USB-C1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/journey-past-the-ordinary-and-discover-new-ways-to-listen-with-jbls-next-generation-headphonesRead 13 October 2026

USB-C3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Stated in the original maker English D1202 User Guide.

Case full charge timeiBy cable, 0 to 100 %. A time the maker gives with the earbuds inside the case counts, and the source note says so.

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180min3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10 explicitly full case charging 3 h. PDF page 4 separately gives combined case+earbuds 3 h via cable, not used to derive the case-only figure.

Wireless charging

No6Reviewhifireport.com/jbl-vibe-beam-2-reviewRead 13 October 2026USB Type-C charging only. Wireless charging is not supported.

No6Reviewscarbir.com/tws/soundcore-p31i-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact P31i/R60i NC feature list explicitly states no wireless charging.

Wireless standardsiDocumented case charging standards or supported chargers. Magnetic alignment alone does not establish Qi2 certification.

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Wireless charging poweriHighest wireless charging input the maker states for the case. The output of a charging pad does not count.

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Speaker in caseiAn audio speaker physically in the charging case, for locating or status sounds. A microphone in the case is separate.

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Screen on case

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Case works as audio transmitteriCase relays external source audio through USB or an analog audio input. A case microphone for recording or calls does not qualify.

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Controls

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ControlsiPressure is a force sensor that does not move, such as a stem you squeeze. Button is a key that moves when pressed.

Touch3Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/jbl-vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

Touch, Voice commands3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Stated in the original maker English D1202 User Guide.

Earbud volume controliHow earbud controls adjust volume, including a voice command if supported. Phone or app controls alone do not qualify.

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Touch6Reviewscarbir.com/tws/soundcore-p31i-reviewRead 8 October 2026Review demonstrates customizable touch control scheme. Volume actions are confirmed in maker FAQ controls setup.

Gestures

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Single tap (customizable), Double tap, Triple tap, Touch and hold6Reviewscarbir.com/tws/soundcore-p31i-reviewRead 8 October 2026Reviewer lists single/double/triple tap and long press as customizable touch actions. Current original guide shows default double-tap and hold controls.

Remappable controls

Yes7Reviewdevicediary.blog/jbl-vibe-beam-2-reviewRead 13 October 2026The JBL Headphones app customises the touch controls, adjusts EQ and updates firmware.

Yes4Maker product pageservice.soundcore.com/article-description/soundcore-P31i-R60i-NC-FAQRead 8 October 2026FAQ 6 says mono and stereo touch actions can be customized in soundcore app.

Voice assistant

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Anka3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF pages 5-7 names Anka and its Hey Anka wake phrase. Requires latest connected soundcore app, background app permission on Android. No autonomous offline assistant claim.

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 sensingiA documented skin temperature sensor. This is separate from the operating temperature range or a heart-rate sensor.

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Hearing aid featureiAmplification for mild to moderate hearing loss

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Medical clearances

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Hearing testiA documented hearing assessment feature, including consumer sound-personalization tests. Medical diagnostic clearance must be stated separately.

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Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

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Health features

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Fit and durability

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Ear tips includediTip sizes supplied with the product, including the pair fitted to the earbuds. Do not list separately sold sizes as included.

S, M, L3Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/jbl-vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

XS, S, M, L3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original guide wearing section: four tip sizes XS, S, M and L, with M installed.

Ear tip materials

Silicone3Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/jbl-vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

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StabilisersiPhysical stabilizing fittings or structures. Stability bands are separate from fins, wings and ear hooks.

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Ear tip fit test

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Yes3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Stated in the original maker English D1202 User Guide.

Dust and water rating, buds

IP541Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/journey-past-the-ordinary-and-discover-new-ways-to-listen-with-jbls-next-generation-headphonesRead 13 October 2026IP54 certified for the earbuds.

IP553Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026PDF page 10 expressly IP55 for earbuds only, not case.

Dust and water rating, case

IPX21Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/journey-past-the-ordinary-and-discover-new-ways-to-listen-with-jbls-next-generation-headphonesRead 13 October 2026IPX2 for the charging case.

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Water resistance depth

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Software

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Companion app

JBL Headphones6Reviewhifireport.com/jbl-vibe-beam-2-reviewRead 13 October 2026

soundcore3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Stated in the original maker English D1202 User Guide.

App platforms

Android, iOS3Spec databasesoundguys.com/product/jbl-vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026

Android, iOS3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Stated in the original maker English D1202 User Guide.

User firmware updates

Yes6Reviewhifireport.com/jbl-vibe-beam-2-reviewRead 13 October 2026The JBL Headphones app is listed with firmware updates.

Yes3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Stated in the original maker English D1202 User Guide.

Finding network

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Precision findingiUWB in the case

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Live translation

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Yes1Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-ancRead 8 October 2026Exact P31i maker product page, US reference. Technical claims are not reviewer measurements.

Dimensions and weight

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Weight per budiMass of one earbud. Tip size and approximate values belong in the source note. Do not store pair or case-inclusive mass.

4.3g(0.2 oz)2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 20264.3 g per earbud, 8.6 g for the pair.

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Bud dimensionsiDimensions of one earbud on the explicitly identified width, height and depth axes. An unlabeled tuple cannot establish those axes.

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Case weightiCharging case mass excluding earbuds. Case-inclusive product mass does not qualify unless the source explicitly gives the empty-case figure.

41g(1.4 oz)2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026Listed as 41 g for the case next to 4.3 g per earbud. The listing does not say in words that the earbuds are not included.

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Case dimensionsiCharging-case width, height and depth on explicitly identified source axes. Report conflicting axis labels rather than reorder a tuple by appearance.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res AudioiThe Japan Audio Society logos. Hi-Res Audio Wireless is also written Hi-Res Wireless Audio.

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Hi-Res Audio Wireless13Reviewhifireport.com/soundcore-p31i-by-anker-translation-earbuds-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact model Sound Quality section explicitly Hi-Res Audio Wireless certification. Maker independently states Hi-Res certified LDAC sound. Certification claim, not evidence of lossless transmission.

Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

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2AOKB-D120211Regulatory filingfccid.io/2AOKB-D1202/Label/ID-label-and-location-8666896Read 8 October 2026Public original-equipment label exhibit metadata: D1202 wireless headphone, applicant Anker Innovations, FCC ID 2AOKB-D1202, application 15 September 2025. Original FCC exhibit 8666896 mirrored. No assumed separate L/R or case FCC IDs.

Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Earbuds, Charging case, USB Type-C charging cable, 3 sizes of ear tips, Warranty and warning sheet, Quick start guide and safety sheet4Retailer pagepanacompu.com/panama/en/product-information/jbl-vibe-beam-2-earbuds-stereo-in-ear-wireless-bluetooth-20-hz-20-khz-blackRead 13 October 2026

Earbuds, Charging case, Ear tips in XS, S, M and L (M installed), USB-C charging cable3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original guide wearing/pairing/charging sections show supplied case, four tip sizes and provided USB-C charging cable. No power adapter included claim inferred. Guide is linked separately.

Cables included

AJBL Vibe Beam 2

Type	Count
USB Type-C charging cable	1

Source4Retailer pagepanacompu.com/panama/en/product-information/jbl-vibe-beam-2-earbuds-stereo-in-ear-wireless-bluetooth-20-hz-20-khz-blackRead 13 October 2026

Bsoundcore P31i

Type	Count
USB-C charging cable	1

Source3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Charging section says provided USB-C charging cable. Host connector and length not stated, left unspecified.

Links

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Product page

www.jbl.com/earbuds/VIBE-BEAM-2.html2Spec databasehifiverse.io/components/headphones-extra/headphones/vibe-beam-2Read 13 October 2026Link to the JBL product page in the spec table. The JBL site blocks agents, so the page was not opened.

www.soundcore.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-anc1Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/d1202-p31i-wirless-earbuds-with-ancRead 8 October 2026Exact P31i maker product page, US reference. Technical claims are not reviewer measurements.

Spec sheet

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salesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdf3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Specification table in the original maker guide PDF page 10, not a separate marketing sheet.

Manual

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salesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdf3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000029164/en_US/000029164.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original maker English D1202 User Guide, 11 pages. Exact P31i/R60i NC regional name bridge appears in pairing section. Current features depend on latest app and firmware where described.

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

None of 1 known

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.

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Both are also in the API. Back to all earbuds.