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Pros
- Exceptional active noise cancellation
- High-quality audio with CustomTune technology
- Compact and comfortable design
- Stable Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity
- Improved battery life over predecessor
Ideal for commuters, travelers, and audiophiles seeking top-tier noise cancellation and sound quality. Suitable for long listening sessions due to comfort and stability.
Release Date
September 2022
September 2022ANCYes
YesIPXIPX4
IPX4Battery6 hours/24 hours with charging case (with ANC)
6 hours/24 hours with charging case (with ANC)
Reference Price
179.00$
IN-DEPTH
Audio
- Quality: Delivers beautifully balanced sound with clear details and textures across frequencies
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Soundstage:
Soundstage is well-defined, allowing for distinct instrument and vocal separation
- Volume Levels: Can reach high volume levels without distortion
Noise Cancellation
- Equipped: Offers best-in-class active noise cancellation
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Transparency Mode:
Features an effective transparency mode with ActiveSense technology
- Levels: CustomTune technology provides personalized noise cancellation
Comfort and Fit
- Comfort: More compact and lighter than the predecessor, ensuring a comfortable fit
- Stability: Stability bands and ear tips in multiple sizes provide a secure fit during activities
- Ear Tip Options: Comes with different sizes of ear tips and stability bands for a customized fit
Battery
- Playback Time: Provides around 6 hours of playback on a single charge with ANC
- Charging Case: The charging case offers an additional 18 hours of battery life
- Quick Charging: Supports quick charging, with 20 minutes of charging yielding 2 hours of playback
Call Quality
- Microphone: Call quality is clear but can be affected by wind and ambient noise
- Number of Microphones: Each earbud houses four microphones for noise cancellation and call clarity
- Noise Reduction: Some external sounds can filter through during calls, affecting clarity
Controls
- Touch controls are responsive for playback and volume, with customizable shortcuts
Connectivity
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Multipoint Connectivity:
Lacks multipoint connectivity
- Range: Offers stable connectivity with Bluetooth 5.3, performing well in busy environments
- Supports Bluetooth 5.3 with SBC and AAC codecs
Compatibility
- OS: Compatible with both iOS and Android devices
- App: Comes with the Bose Music app for customization and firmware updates
Other Features
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Water Resistance:
Rated IPX4 for water resistance, suitable for workouts and light rain
- FindMyEarbuds: The Bose Music app includes a feature to help locate misplaced earbuds
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