inch height, the speaker itself is relatively small, so manage your expectations when it comes to sound quality and volume. Showtime’s streaming service is full of amazing shows like The Man Who Fell to Earth, Billions, and American Gigolo.

The only other features interrupting the flow of the Pulse 5’s clear shell are its sturdy nylon loop strap and a beautifully compact 3. With a 7,500 mAh battery, JBL claims that the Pulse 5 can last for up to 12 hours, which is about average for a Bluetooth speaker of its size (the Sonos Roam and Move, in comparison, clock around 10 hours, while our top-rated Marshall Emberton II boasts a substantial 20 hours). Sure there are, and we’ve mentioned a few throughout the review (you can also see more in our roundup of the best Bluetooth speakers). as far the lava goes it takes about a hour for it to heat up to create the lava effect but once it heats up the effect is pretty cool.Also, check whether the metal coil that accelerates the melting of the lava is reliably nestled at the bottom of the lamp. Perfect Decorative Lamp and Gift Choice】Multi-functional jellyfish lamp combines a jellyfish lamp, white noise machine, and bluetooth speaker, perfect as a table lamp, bedside lamp, or a decorative item for your living room or office. Wax sitting on the warm bottom of the jar heats up and becomes less dense, which causes it to travel to the top of the lamp. They’re available in a variety of different styles, so whether you’re looking for something for your home or the office, you’re sure to find something cool.

Decades ago companies used to manufacture lava lamps without light bulbs instead they would use candles to heat up the lamp. And if the lamp overheats, the colored wax may form one large blob that won’t transform into other whimsical shapes. If you’re not actively gazing into it or trying to set a real mood, you should turn it off then, too, because you’re just burning electricity for no reason. Of course, it’s quite tempting to watch the lava flowing in amoeba-like fashion all day and night long, but this can cause the lamp to overheat. It can transform your place into a dreamy world of relaxation with soothing auroral lights in the tranquil purple hue.All in all, I would definitely recommend this speaker to everyone, of any age, as a fun and quirky way to enjoy rocking out! Why it made the cut: When the vibe is heating up, but you don’t want to wait for the light show to warm up, the JBL Pulse 5’s 360-degree app-controlled ambiance is available at the press of a button. If you like what you find on HBO Max, or if you’ve burned through everything Disney+ has to offer, Showtime is a great streaming alternative.

The base, cap, and glass all sport a tri-colored design that would feel right at home in a retro-styled room or maybe the back of a conversion van with a dragon painted on the side of it. For a speaker with drivers of this size, the Pulse 5 delivers exceptional clarity in the mids and highs, especially on vocals. There is a Showtime free trial, and it’s one of the best free trials among streaming services, even comparing well against the likes of a Disney+ free trial. The lamps are a 1960s design that has made a comeback in recent years as a way to add a bit of retro-cool to your home. Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, is that even though the JBL Pulse 5 might look more like a speaker you’d find in a hazy, dimly lit, wood-paneled basement, like many of JBL’s rugged outdoor speakers the Pulse 5’s IP67 rating makes it virtually dust resistant and able to be dunked in up to a meter of water for up to 30 minutes.

Of course, if you drop a lava lamp, you’ll be cleaning up a spill, while you can toss the IP67 Pulse 5 into a pool, and it will keep kicking like the best waterproof speakers.