At CES 2026, JBL expanded its open-ear headphone lineup with the latest releases across everyday, performance, and fashion-forward categories. The 2026 lineup includes the JBL Soundgear CLIPS for style and convenience, the JBL Sense Pro for high-performance listening, and the JBL Sense Lite for lightweight, all-day comfort.
JBL Soundgear CLIPS – Fashionable Everyday Earclips
The JBL Soundgear CLIPS are clip-on earbuds designed for daily wear. Featuring JBL OpenSound air-conduction technology, they deliver clear audio while leaving the ear canal unobstructed, allowing users to stay aware of their surroundings. The SonicArc speaker shape enhances bass while preventing sound leakage, ensuring calls and listening sessions remain private.
Quick Specs – JBL Soundgear CLIPS
- JBL OpenSound air-conduction technology with Adaptive Bass Boost
- 4-microphone system with AI algorithm for clear calls
- Soft TPU, flexible arc clip design for all-day comfort
- Up to 32 hours playtime (Earbuds: 8 hrs; Case: 24 hrs) with Speed Charge (10 min = 3 hrs)
- IP54 water and dust resistance
- All-access touch control via JBL Headphones App
- Design: metallic tint, translucent finish, four colors (copper, blue, purple, white)
- Compact color-matched carrying case
JBL Sense Pro – High-Performance Open-Ear Headphones
The JBL Sense Pro delivers high-quality JBL OpenSound with Hi-Res Audio and Adaptive Bass Boost. Equipped with 16.2mm drivers and JBL Voice Pickup Sensor technology, the headphones ensure clear voice recognition in noisy environments. The ergonomic design allows comfortable all-day wear.
Quick Specs – JBL Sense Pro
- JBL OpenSound Technology & Spatial Sound
- Hi-Res Audio Wireless with Adaptive Bass Boost
- 4-microphone system with AI algorithm for calls
- Voice Pickup Sensor Technology
- Adjustable ear hook for comfort
- Bluetooth 6.0, Dual Connect + Fast Pair
- Up to 38 hours playtime (Earbuds: 8 hrs; Case: 30 hrs) with Speed Charge (10 min = 4 hrs)
- Wireless charging
- Personi-Fi 3.0
- Touch control via JBL app
JBL Sense Lite – Lightweight Everyday Comfort
The JBL Sense Lite provides lightweight, all-day listening. With soft silicone ear hooks and Adaptive Bass Boost, the headphones deliver clear audio with minimal leakage. Dual beamforming microphones ensure call clarity, and the adjustable design fits a variety of ear shapes.
Quick Specs – JBL Sense Lite
- JBL OpenSound Technology
- 4-microphone system for clear calls
- IP54 water and dust resistance
- Adjustable lightweight silicone ear hook with memory wire
- Bluetooth 5.4, Dual Connect + Fast Pair
- Up to 32 hours playtime (Earbuds: 8 hrs; Case: 24 hrs) with Speed Charge (10 min = 3 hrs)
- Touch control via JBL app
- Available colors: black, white, purple
Pricing and Availability
- JBL Soundgear CLIPS – USD 149.95 (Rs. 13,515 approx.)
- JBL Sense Pro – USD 199.95 (Rs. 18,025 approx.)
- JBL Sense Lite – USD 149.95 (Rs. 13,515 approx.)
All models will be available in March 2026 on the Harman Audio official website and through authorized retail partners worldwide.
Speaking on the launch, Carsten Olesen, President of Consumer Audio at HARMAN, said:
The JBL Sense Pro and JBL Sense Lite represent a major leap in open-ear audio. We’ve harnessed our deep audio expertise to deliver a full, bass-rich sound through air conduction, something previously unheard of in open-ear designs. Combined with all-day comfort, intelligent features, and a durable, refined design, it sets a new benchmark for the category.