An upgraded Bluetooth 5.2 system brings the Edge up to the latest iteration, improving audio quality and adding the ability to auto-reconnect through Cardo's Live Intercom system with other riders up to 1.6 km (1 mile) away. That's before you enter the new-generation Packtalk self-repairing mesh network, which can connect up to 15 riders over claimed distances up to 8 km (5 miles). Cardo says it's improved the pairing process to pair with just one button in a "lightning fast" process, which sure sounds nice, and also says it's improved the unit's ability to talk to other brands' headsets. JBL is in charge of audio again, and the terrific work those guys did on the Packtalk Black has been extended upon with an improved music processor and three selectable audio profiles, including one which simply makes it super loud, to blast through earplugs, high-speed wind noise and the like. The noise-cancelling microphone and natural voice command system are also upgraded. The Edge charges with a USB-C connection, so you can finally start tossing your ancient micro-USB cables. Charging is much faster than before, with 20 minutes delivering about two hours of talk time, or a full charge delivering a meaty 13 hours. It's also mercifully able to receive software updates over the air rather than needing to be plugged into a PC. Everything can be changed, edited and controlled through the Cardo Connect phone app