Given the low price, it’s difficult to get too worked up about the omissions made by Jabra in terms of specification. If you want active noise-cancelling at this price, for example… Panasonic’s astoundingly impressive RZ-S500W is your only option at this price. Besides, the Elite 3 can hold their own in other situations. Wireless connectivity, for example, is provided by Bluetooth 5.2, and Qualcomm’s aptX codec is also supported. A pair of 6mm full-range dynamic drivers deliver sound once installed. The Jabra can play music for a very competitive 28 hours total – that’s seven hours in the earbuds themselves plus three full charges in the tidy little case. Even if you let them run completely flat, they can be fully charged in four hours – and ten minutes on the mains will get you another hour of playback. What else is there? There are four microphones available to meet your telephonic needs, and an IP55 rating indicates reasonable protection against moisture and dust. As long as you keep the asking price in mind, there isn’t much to complain about when it comes to the Elite 3’s design and finish. No, they don’t feel particularly luxurious, and the earbuds aren’t as easy to hold as you might expect. But they’re well-made, and their charging case is as well. The Jabras are among the smallest and lightest earbuds available, measuring just 27 x 20 x 21mm (hwd) and weighing 4.6g per earbud. This, combined with the included eartips, makes it simple to position them comfortably – and they’ll stay that way for the foreseeable future. Or until you use the physical control on either earbud, which can slightly alter the fit. The charging case weighs 33g and measures 29 x 64 x 35mm (hwd), and it has a simple design. Only a subtle ‘Jabra’ logo and a single LED provide visual interest. No, when it comes to true wireless in-ears, the Elite 3 allow you to express yourself through the colour you choose. Select from black, beige, lilac, or navy blue.
