Ted Kritsonis is from the Android Central.
For a long time, Jabra has been consistent in approaching wireless earbuds. The combination of audio performance and reliability has positioned the company in the upper tier year after year. When it's time to refresh things, Jabra usually aims straight for the design to deal with concerns over fit and comfort.
The current flagship, the Elite 7 Pro, was clearly motivated by that. The distinction between the Elite 7 Pro and the Elite 7 Active is basically the same, save for a couple of design changes. The Elite 7 Pro had to balance out in a way that made it stand out.
The Elite 7 Pro is one of the most comfortable earbuds you can stick into your ears. They are one of the best things to buy right now because of their excellent sound quality, features and customizations.
The Elite 7 Pro are available for $199.99. The Elite 7 Active is an identical pair with a slightly lower price. Expect these earbuds to be relatively easy to find for a while since they are usually kept in the market for longer. Look out for price drops.
They are black, titanium black, and gold beige.
Ted Kritsonis is from the Android Central.
The goal was to build something elegant and small enough to fit a wider range of ears without feeling cumbersome or uncomfortable. It is the challenge every vendor makes, but for Jabra, it is the one factor that has stifled the company's progress in the wireless earbud space.
When you claim that your earbuds represent a design revolution, you need to back that up. I always thought that the Elite 75t was the epitome of success, only to grow fat with the Elite 85t. In this case, the Elite 7 Pro use the Elite 75t as a baseline and shed a lot of weight to come out looking good and accessible, regardless of how big or small your ears are. If you still have ear tips from the Elite 75t or Elite Active 75t, they will fit like gloves on the Elite 7 Pro.
There are three sizes to choose from, so you are likely to find the one that suits you. It is wise to test them out first before setting everything up because active noise cancelation does not work until you personalize it.
Ted Kritsonis is from the Android Central.
This is an odd choice for Jabra, who used to make that an optional process. I will get into more depth about it later, but in any case, feeling the right fit is crucial to getting the best out of these earbuds. I found them to be the most secure fit I have ever experienced on a pair of earbuds. I didn't feel an itch or wiggle them back into place after a while. They didn't feel pressed hard on the inner ear. It is hard to not see this as a big win.
If the performance isn't there to take advantage, fit doesn't matter. The 6mm drivers are modest compared to some competitors, which is unfortunate because aptX or LDAC would have been great to see as options.
It is hard to argue with how these earbuds sound. I don't know if it's better than its predecessors, but I felt it was more balanced. What these earbuds do better is deliver thumping bass, defined mids, and vibrant treble. It works for any genre you like to listen to. In its Sound+ app, Jabra gives you the ability to choose how you want them to sound. The preset is not bad, but you still have the freedom to create something you really like.
It is important that the sound stays the same when things get busy. This was an excellent opportunity to change what Jabra has done with ANC. ANC needs to be configured through the Sound+ app before it becomes active. It is a good idea to do it in a loud environment to see how much noise it makes. After you have set up the noise cancelation in the Sound+ app, it is worth playing around with the sliders to align it with the noise around you. If you slide it in one direction, you can better muffle low-frequency noises, like vehicles, whereas if you go in a different direction, you may be able to silence voices. In either case, high-frequency sounds will leak through, so don't expect to stamp out screams or sirens entirely.
From that point of view, it was not enough for Jabra to make a big leap in canceling out noise. I think the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds offer better results than the Sony WF-1000XM4 because they are more affordable.
The smaller design of the Elite 85t makes it difficult to take in outside sounds. The built-in microphones in the Elite 7 Pro make it possible to pipe in the ambient sounds. I found it adequate and never had any issues, but I did notice a difference from the previous earbuds.
The source is Jabra.
Call quality is one of the things that the Elite 7 Pro excelled at, thanks to the company's MultiSensor Voice Technology. These are the best earbuds I have tested. The conversations were clear and people were surprised when I told them I was not holding the phone.
The clarity would have been extended to outdoor calls if not for some background sounds coming in while walking. The wind made it more difficult for callers to hear me, but it was still better than I expected. It is rare to be able to mute the microphone without touching the phone, and that is readily available here. I never worried about taking them outside because of the protection from the water and dust, and I also never worried about swimming with them.
When I used only one ear bud in mono, it was nice to have auto-pause to stop playing. The lack of multipoint connections was fixed by the update of the firmware in January 2022. It's easy to listen to music or do a video call on a computer and still get a call from my phone.
There are onboard controls. It is hard to get things wrong since they are buttons. You can change the buttons through the app. It's nice that you can do that for all calls separately.
You can tell the voice assistant what to play on Spotify if you choose to use the voice assistant with the Elite 7 Pro.
The Elite 7 Pro can hold up to eight hours per charge with ANC on. I was able to hit seven hours, so these will hold up if you set your volume at a certain level. The case takes 30 hours to complete, so close to four full charges. You can plug in for five minutes in a pinch. You can put the case down on a wireless charging pad or surface to top it up, and the front of the case is more prominent.
Ted Kritsonis is from the Android Central.
I understand the process of changing ANC, but I don't understand why it has to be compulsory. When using the Elite 7 Pro in quieter places, the default might be fine. Jabra is confusing the process in force-feeding the customization. To see how much it kicks in, the first step is to use a vertical slider. It is pointless if you have noise in the background. If you need the effect to be more pronounced on one side over the other, you can adjust balance from left to right. It is a hassle to start, but you are good to go.
If you feel comfortable with any of the three tip sizes, you don't need to go through the MyFit section. The Elite 7 Pro was built for that purpose, and I think MyFit will feel redundant.
Ted Kritsonis is from the Android Central.
There are compelling choices to think about, because the best wireless earbuds are not the same as the Elite 7 Pro. If you want to stay in the family, you can always try the Elite Active 75t or the Elite 85t if you feel the Elite 7 Pro are too small. The Jaybird Vista 2 is ruggedized with an endless array of choices to personalize audio. The nearly identical Elite 7 Active are also an option if you want to spend less money.
When ANC matters, the Sony WF-1000XM4 are still the king, while the Anker Soundcore Liberty 3 Pro look to be tough competitors for less money. You have options when you are in the performance and pricing range of the Elite 7 Pro.
Ted Kritsonis is from the Android Central.
The Elite 7 Pro are what many have been waiting for. The company seemed to step closer in one regard while stepping back in another. Everyone who wears these will benefit from that. It is hard to put them away for something else when you get a combination of fit, function, and fidelity like this.
The price is reasonable for what you get. If you have enough money for good earbuds, look for these.
The effort was top-class.
The other parts of the Elite 7 Pro contribute to what is an outstanding sum because it is more comfortable than any of its past earbuds. You can expect great sound, active noise cancelation, and plenty of custom options.
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