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JC and Trisha talk to Alex Humble from Microsoft about their diverse line of Surface 2-in-1s and laptops, and the advantages these feature rich portables have over the competition.  

If you’ve ever used any of the hundreds of cheap Bluetooth plugins for streaming audio you know that the background noise, static, echos, or mysterious crackling often makes it tough to even hear the caller let alone enjoy music. One of the more prominent claims from JBL on the Smartbase is their Voice Logic Noise Cancellation, which is designed to help eliminate background noise when making calls and ensure proper audio quality.This is also able to ensure that strong wind and road noise are non-issues when using the Smartbase, so talking on the phone with the windows (or top) down...

For those without Bluetooth built into their automotive head units from the factory or aftermarket upgrades, JBL’s Smartbase Wireless is an interesting gadget with a clear upside over other Bluetooth car electronics it competes with. The sound performance for music streaming is legitimate, and call audio comes through quite clear and crisp, without all the residual noise that often accompanies lesser-quality devices. The inclusion of a wireless Qi charging pad is awesome, so charging can be neat and orderly without wires running all over the place, while still being positioned in the best place for GPS navigation, music player engagement,...