IP ratings refer to the level of protection offered by an enclosure, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids such as dust, followed by the one that refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Scoring IPX4, the Bose QuietComfort 2's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes 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 2 have a weight of 12.5g . We take in account a lower weight best for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Bose QuietComfort 2 are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a major distinction as some wireless earbuds have wires linking the pair of earbuds .
The Bose QuietComfort 2 come with wingtips, these are reserved for earbuds for workouts and come as an optional add-on to the separate silicone ear tip for a more secure fit. Bose QuietComfort 2 are resistant to sweat
Bose QuietComfort 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 makes use of advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it studies the sound pattern of incoming noise and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like taking +1 (noise) then adding -1 (inverted noise) to make 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.
Bose QuietComfort 2 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise. The Bose QuietComfort 2 sit well in place, this creates an acoustic seal that tones down your environment sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out .
Bose QuietComfort 2 have a unit size of 9.3mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, its size corellates with the sound made by the earbuds.
Bose QuietComfort 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through. The Bose QuietComfort 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response indicates how well an audio component generates high audible frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through. The Bose QuietComfort 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 commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and the Bose QuietComfort 2's case is said to have a full charge of 18 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Bose QuietComfort 2's battery. It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. The Bose QuietComfort 2 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case. The Bose QuietComfort 2 support USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. The Bose QuietComfort 2 have Bluetooth version of 5.3, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Bose QuietComfort 2 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. Bose QuietComfort 2 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps.
Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Bose QuietComfort 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 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 2 have 8 microphones. Bose QuietComfort 2 use a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce noise from the earbuds' sound.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to channel ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds
Bose QuietComfort 2 support 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, the Bose QuietComfort 2 support the find earbuds feature. Bose QuietComfort 2 support fast charging.
Commonly, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the amount of time it takes to fully charge a device. Bose QuietComfort 2 have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. Say, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without having to manually disconnect and reconnect.
The Bose QuietComfort 2 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The Bose QuietComfort 2, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. The Bose QuietComfort 2 have voice prompts.
With voice prompts, you receive information via audio messages, say if there is an issue with the connection. The Bose QuietComfort 2 come with their own special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your pockets without a cover may easily damage them.
