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Jabra Elite 85t is one of the company’s flagship models of true wireless headphones, which is characterized by the presence of numerous features, high sound quality, and high-quality noise cancellation. The Elite 85t model is the successor of the Elite 75t, and it has several improvements concerning the user experience and performance.
Design and Comfort
The Jabra Elite 85t boasts of its minimalist design with the device being relatively small compared to similarly equipped rivals. The earbuds are slim and have a matte surface, and the package includes ear gels of different sizes for the perfect fit. Ergonomically, the design is good for creating a seal and this plays an important role in noise cancellation and comfort during use. In the design of Elite 85t, there is also the semi-open form, so the pressure in the ears is not felt as strongly.
Noise Cancellation and HearThrough Mode
As one of the best wireless earbuds, the Jabra Elite 85t has several features that make it stand out; chief among them is the Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). There are several microphones used to both track ambient noise and cancel it out, the level of which can be changed via the Jabra Sound+ application. This makes it possible for the users to adjust the ANC according to the prevailing environment or their needs whether it is in an office environment or at home.
Besides ANC, the Elite 85t also has a HearThrough mode through which listeners can listen to the outside world while they listen to their music. This feature is quite helpful in the case when the user is walking or commuting since it will help to keep track of the surroundings. The HearThrough mode can be toggled to allow more or less outside noise into the headphones, to cater for the user’s requirements.
Audio Quality and Features
The Elite 85t offers one of the best sound experiences with an extended low frequency response, clear and natural mids, and sharp trebles. The headphones have a driver size of 12mm which helps in providing good quality of sound. They support Bluetooth 5. 1 for a stable and efficient wireless connection and for supporting AAC and SBC codecs for high quality, low latency audio streaming.
Other features of the Elite 85t include sound customization through the Jabra Sound+ app where one can set his or her preferred EQ. The earbuds also have compatibility with voice assistant, including Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri, allowing the user to control the earbuds and the smart features without having to use their hands. Another feature of the Elite 85t is the “MySound” which helps to optimize the sound delivery depending on the hearing abilities of the wearer.
Specifications and Battery Life
Drivers: 12mm speakers
Battery Life: Until five. ANC on for up to 5 hours of playback and up to 25 hours with the charging case.
Charging: Fast charging with the possibility to have 60 minutes of battery life in case of 15 minutes of charging.
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5. 1, with AAC and SBC codec support
Controls: The earbuds have physical buttons for control and the features can be adjusted using the Jabra Sound+ app
Pros:
Advanced Noise Cancellation: This is because ANC can be done with various levels depending on the user’s preference.
Premium Sound Quality: Good sound quality with good bass and good trebles
Comfortable Fit: Comfortable and well designed, available in small, medium, and large ear gels for a proper seal.
Customizable Features: Sound modes, voice assistants, and individual audio with MySound
Cons:
Price: The pricing of the products may be on the higher side which may be a factor of consideration to some buyers.
Battery Life: ANC on, battery life is somewhat shorter than some of the company’s rivals or other portable Bluetooth speakers.
Size: The earbuds can be a bit bulky to some users especially those with small ears
Conclusion
The Jabra Elite 85t is another top-notch TWS earphone that boasts of featuring a good number of features, delivering an excellent sound quality, and has a good noise cancellation feature. They have fully adjustable ANC, high fidelity sound, and comfortable build that places them among the best true wireless earbuds. That is why it is possible to consider the price and battery life as a weak point of the model, but overall performance and the number of features make the device worth the money for those who want to get the best listening experience.
