Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2
See price on AmazonOverall Score 7.8 Represents average audio ecosystem compatibility score.
IP ratings is the rank of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (water).
Having a value of IPX4, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second number of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a weight of 12.5g . We prefer a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to carry.
For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires linking any part of the device together, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are true wireless for this matter since they have no wires. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have wires linking the 2 earbuds together. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have wingtips, these are reserved for workout earbuds and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have sweat resistance Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience. Active noise cancellation uses advanced technology to actively cancel noise. ANC works when, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to counter it.
In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero thus "diluting" the noise.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears since you don't have to crank up the earbuds volume to outcompete background sounds. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 stay well in place, creating a sound covering that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out at the same.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a unit size of 9.3mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, the unit size dictates the sound produced by the earbuds. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.
The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's case is said to have a full charge of 18 hours. A charging case with more battery hours enables you to recharge your earbuds on the go multiple times before having to recharge the case itself. It requires 2 hours to fully charge the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery.
It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging state of your earbuds and case.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 use USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a 10meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 will work well with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm.
It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps). The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have 8 microphones. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to reduce background sounds from the desired sound. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even while wearing the earbuds The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the earbuds can detect when they are removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support the find earbuds feature. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds.
Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a mute function, they support the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection.
The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or placing them inside your pockets without a casing may easily damage them.