JBL Flip 7 Bluetooth Speaker Drops to All-Time Low of $89.95 at Woot

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The JBL Flip 7 compact Bluetooth speaker is on sale for $89.95, a $70 discount, at Woot through July 17th, marking its lowest recorded price. Despite its water-bottle-sized form factor, the speaker carries an IP68 dust and water resistance rating and can withstand drops of up to one meter onto concrete. It delivers up to 14 hours of battery life, extendable by two hours via Playtime Boost mode, and supports lossless audio playback over USB-C. Additional features include AI Sound Boost to reduce distortion at high volumes, multi-speaker pairing, and an included carabiner and carrying strap for easy portability.

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