Bose Quietcomfort Earbuds 2 Review

IP ratings refer to the rating of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Scoring IPX4, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids 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 take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are easier to move with.

For a device to be true wireless it should have no wires connecting any part of the device together, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are true wireless for this matter since they have no cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds . The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 come with wingtips, these are commonly used for workout earbuds and are usually an optional add-on to each silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are resistant to sweat Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, this creates a richer sound and a better listening experience.

ANC utilises more advanced technology to reduce unwanted ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and then generates a mirror signal to counter it. Simply put, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 thus "diluting" the noise.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background sounds. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 stay tightly in place, this creates an acoustic covering that tones down your environment noise and also prevents the earbuds music from leaking out at the same. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 driver unit is 9.3mm in diameter, bigger drivers are more powerful, and can produce better bass.

The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound made by the device. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well an audio device produces 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 indicates how well an audio component produces high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal while at it.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery life is 6 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and 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 several times before having to recharge the case itself. It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the earbuds has a low battery. Its lights indicate the charging status of your device and case. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows 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 that is used for Bluetooth audio.

It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same 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 iPad.

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. The 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). Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have 8 microphones.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out noise from the desired sound. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound to still be heard even while wearing them The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device 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, Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support the find earbuds feature.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to charge a device. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you to link to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them.

For example, you can switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect. Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have a mute function, they have the option to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. With the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 support voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, like if there is a problem with the connection. The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 come with a special case.

Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your pockets without a casing may easily damage them.