Put Down the Remote: JBL® LINK BAR Powers an Epic Audiovisual Experience with Android TV Content and the Google Assistant

LINK BAR brings voice-enabled smart TV content and quality sound in a
one-piece soundbar for best-in-class viewing and interaction

LAS VEGAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The next big thing in TV isn’t even a TV. An industry first, the JBL
LINK BAR is a powerful soundbar that provides exceptional audio
performance and delivers TV content in a smarter way with Android TV and
the Google Assistant built-in. The LINK BAR is the most recent
collaboration between JBL and Google, and expands the JBL
LINK series.

First showcased at the Google I/O conference in May 2018, the LINK BAR
transforms any TV into a smarter TV, with legendary JBL sound
performance. Equipped with the content of Android TV and the
intelligence of the Google Assistant, this soundbar is anything but
ordinary. Simply saying “Ok Google” grants instant access to streaming
top Netflix flicks or YouTube videos, and content search becomes
effortless through voice commands.

Built-in Chromecast capabilities only heighten the experience,
supporting both high-definition video content and sound to provide
entertainment unlike any other. Once connected on the same Wi-Fi network
as the LINK BAR, a smartphone, tablet or laptop can “cast” the latest
chart-topping release or popular viral video from Chromecast-compatible
apps.

The LINK BAR features multiple HDMI inputs and a one-cable connection to
a TV. Switching between devices is made simple with voice commands. For
example, saying “Ok Google, switch to Blu-ray player” makes the shift
occur. Additionally, the LINK BAR offers an optional subwoofer, which
provides an even bigger and more resounding bass.

“The JBL LINK BAR gives consumers an intuitive way to enjoy an amazing
viewing experience, along with powerful, rich sound,” said Michael
Mauser, President, Lifestyle Audio at HARMAN. “We believe in having
technology seamlessly integrate with your life, and the LINK BAR is a
natural progression of that philosophy.”

Created with the tech-savvy, forward-thinking consumer in mind, the LINK
BAR is one that adapts to everyone’s lifestyle. Google’s intelligence
learns from each person who accesses LINK BAR, familiarizing itself with
their voice and commands.

Features

• One-piece soundbar with JBL legendary sound: Brings the best of
  JBL’s sound to any TV with rich bass performance.
• Android TV built-in: Delivers a smarter viewing experience,
  allowing users to find and watch programs more easily than ever.
• The Google Assistant built-in: Voice-activation lets users find
  a popular movie, check the score of the big game or dim the lights in
  a hands-free experience.
• PrivacySwitch^TM for far-field microphones:
  Ensure the highest level of security and privacy and leave hackers out
  of the house.
• Multiple 4K video HDMI inputs: With 3 HDMI inputs and 1 HDMI
  ARC output, the LINK BAR becomes a 4K entertainment hub for video or
  gaming devices, with just one cable connection to any TV. Use
  voice-commands to switch between devices for seamless interactivity.
• Chromecast built-in: Instantly stream music, radio, or videos
  from a smartphone, tablet or laptop through the JBL LINK BAR.

Pricing and Availability

JBL LINK BAR ($399.95) and optional subwoofer ($299.95) will
be available in Spring 2019.

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company’s latest technology and products from all divisions. The HARMAN
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ABOUT JBL

JBL creates the amazing sound that shapes life’s most epic moments. From
iconic events like Woodstock and concerts at Madison Square Garden, to
games at Yankee Stadium and weekend road trips, JBL elevates listeners’
experiences with award-winning audio that lets them make the most of
every moment. With unmatched professional credentials and over 70 years
of delivering industry leading innovation, JBL is the authority in
engineering superior sound.

ABOUT HARMAN

HARMAN International (harman.com), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung
Electronics Co, LTD., designs and engineers connected products and
solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide,
including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise
automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things.
With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®,
Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles,
musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the
world. More than 25 million automobiles on the road today are equipped
with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power
billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated
and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile.
HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the
Americas, Europe, and Asia. In 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned
subsidiary of Samsung Electronics.

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reserved. Harman Kardon, Infinity, JBL, Lexicon and Mark Levinson are
trademarks of HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated, registered
in the United States and/or other countries. AKG is a trademark of AKG
Acoustics GmbH, registered in the United States and/or other countries.
Features, specifications, and appearance are subject to change without
notice.

Contacts

Matter Communications
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denise.daly@harman.com

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