JBL announces new iPhone 5 Lightning speaker docks

Harman has unveiled the latest in their line of JBL products for Apple’s iOS devices: the JBL OnBeat Micro and the JBL Venue LT speaker dock station. Both offer compatibility for Apple’s Lighting dock connector port.

From the press release:

JBL OnBeat Micro ($99):

The JBL OnBeat Micro is an ultra-portable, acoustically sophisticated speaker that fits easily into a backpack, purse or briefcase. The JBL OnBeat Micro provides up to 5 hours of playback when used with batteries and charges the iPhone 5, the iPod touch 5th generation and the new iPod nano when used with the included AC adapter. The portable speaker also includes a built-in USB connector to power and play other portable devices. The JBL OnBeat Micro includes a free, downloadable JBL music app to create customized playlists, adjust volume and browse album artwork.

JBL OnBeat Venue LT ($199)

The JBL OnBeat Venue LT features a hidden Lightning dock connector behind the JBL logo at the speaker’s base. Ideal for the iPad Mini and revised iPad with Retina display, HARMAN’s exclusive TrueStream Bluetooth wireless streaming technology allows the JBL OnBeat Venue LT to connect with up to eight devices, providing additional device flexibility. The JBL OnBeat Venue LT includes the free, downloadable MusicFlow™ app, which allows users to create customized playlists, edit mixes, adjust volume and EQ settings, and browse album artwork.

The JBL OnBeat Venue LT and JBL OnBeat Micro are now available for pre-order at www.jbl.com and will soon be available through select retailers nationwide.