Cameron Faulkner
is an editor covering deals and gaming hardware. He joined in 2018, and after a two-year stint at Polygon, he rejoined The Verge in May 2025.
A lot of people are split between getting a nice all-in-one soundbar or spending more for an option that includes rear satellites for immersive surround sound. JBL’s Bar 700 Mark 2 system is one of the most unique options available, shipping with two modular speakers that charge when docked to the soundbar. When detached, the battery-powered (and mountable) speakers can be placed anywhere, lasting for up to ten hours before needing to recharge. If you’re seeking this kind of versatility, you might be pleased to know that the system has been steeply discounted at Amazon, costing $549.99 (originally $899.99).
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The Bar 700 Mark 2 seems impressive on multiple fronts. The main soundbar component offers 7.1 channels, including two tweeters that fire to the side to bounce around audio with Dolby Atmos and DTS Virtual:X content. It offers vastly superior connectivity compared to some similarly-priced options, with HDMI in (with HDR 10 Plus and Dolby Vision passthrough), HDMI out with ARC and eARC support, plus optical audio. The set includes a wireless subwoofer, plus mounts.
One of the most appealing use cases for the Bar 700 Mark 2 is bringing one of its satellites with you around your house or apartment so you don’t totally miss out on the action. If the speaker’s battery is running low before you’re ready to return it to the soundbar, you can easily recharge it just by plugging in a USB-C power source.
Other great Verge-approved deals
- Through September 13th, Statik and KeySmart are offering great Labor Day deals on a range of products, including MagSafe car chargers, nifty power banks with swappable charging ports, magnetic cables that don’t tangle, and several unique form factors of Bluetooth item trackers. It’s the best kind of sale, one where no offer code is required to save. One of the most interesting products that’s available for less is the SmartCharge Gen 2, a 10,000mAh battery that has two built-in USB-C cables (up to 22.5W charging speed), an Apple Watch-ready wireless charging pad and extra USB ports. Best of all, it has fold-in prongs that let you easily recharge it.
- A fantastic deal is happening at Green Man Gaming for those who want to get the trilogy of Final Fantasy VII remakes. It’s offering Steam keys for all three games, including a preorder for Revelations coming April 8th, 2027, for $84.99. I managed to get the price knocked down to $72.24 by entering the code SEP15 at checkout, but results may vary. Either way, it’s a huge savings considering that Revelations alone costs $69.99 to preorder you’ll instantly get access to Intergrade and Rebirth for less than $20. You’ll get instant access to the two titles that are currently available.
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- Cameron Faulkner