List of Bose headphones

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Bose has sold aviation headsets since 1989 and consumer headphones since 2000. [1] The current range of headphones and headsets includes wireless over-ear models, true wireless in-ear models, as well as aviation and military models.

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Wireless over-ear headphones

Development of the company's noise cancelling headphones (and first over-ear headphones) began in 1978 when the chairman, Amar Bose, tried a set of airline-supplied headphones during a flight and found that engine noise from the aircraft prevented the music from being enjoyed. [2]

In 1986, Bose and Sennheiser both presented active noise cancelling headsets for aircraft pilots, with the Sennheiser design appearing in a Funkschau  [ de ] paper and the Bose design appearing in an ASME paper. [3] A prototype Bose product was used to prevent hearing loss in pilots during the first non-stop around-the-world flight in the Rutan Voyager . [1] The company was the first to release active noise cancelling headphones as a consumer product. [4]

QuietComfort 35 II

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QuietComfort 35 II

In 2017, Bose released an updated model known as the QuietComfort 35 II, which adds a customizable "action" button on the left ear cap. By default, it is mapped to activate the Google Assistant, making it the first headphones to integrate with the service. [5] [6]

The QC35 II was reviewed favourably for their noise cancellation, audio quality and comfort. [7] [8] [9] [10]

In July 2019, users began to report that a firmware update to the QC35 II had inhibited the performance of the noise cancellation features. Bose stated that it had not made any changes to noise cancellation functions in their firmware. Some users performed firmware downgrades, but Bose later prevented this for security reasons. In October 2019, as part of an investigation, Bose began to allow owners within a "reasonable" proximity to the company's headquarters in Framingham, Massachusetts, to request a visit by a technician. [11] [12]

In 2020, Bose released the Bose QC35 II Gaming, which adds a gaming mic.

Noise Cancelling Headphones 700

In 2019, Bose released the Noise Cancelling Headphones 700, also known as the NCH 700, a new high-end product positioned above the QC 35. [13] [14]

The headphones have a stainless steel band and are controlled using a mix of buttons and touch-sensitive areas on the cups. Unlike the QC 35, they do not fold in half, but their ear cups can rotate for storage. The embedded rechargeable battery is not replaceable which limits the lifespan of the headphones to the life of the battery. Bose promoted improvements to sound quality, noise cancellation and voice call quality over the QC 35. The NCH 700 can also connect to two devices simultaneously, and integrate with Amazon Alexa and Siri in addition to the Google Assistant. [15] [16] [17]

Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 UC

This is the same headphone as the 700 but a Bose USB Link dongle is included, supposedly enhancing sound and microphone quality.

QuietComfort 45

In 2021, Bose released the Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones. This model introduced USB-C support for more convenient and faster charging. Bose also added a fourth external microphone to enhance call quality and integrated Bluetooth 5.1 to improve wireless range and connection stability. The QuietComfort 45 maintains the excellent noise-cancellation capabilities the series is known for and offers a comfortable, ergonomic design for extended use. However, the rechargeable battery is not user-replaceable.

QuietComfort Ultra

In October 2023, Bose released the new QuietComfort Ultra headphones, which feature a modern, more premium design. The QuietComfort Ultra enhances the listening experience with spatial audio capabilities, offering an immersive soundstage. These headphones come equipped with improved active noise cancellation, leveraging advanced algorithms for better performance in various environments. The Ultra model also includes Bluetooth 5.3, providing a more stable connection and lower latency. Additionally, the battery life has been extended, offering up to 28 hours of playback on a single charge. Similar to the QuietComfort 45, the battery is not user-replaceable.

Audio sunglasses Bluetooth headphones

The Bluetooth sunglasses were released in 2019 and come in two styles – Alto and Rondo. The sunglasses have open-ear audio, UVA/UVB protection, an integrated microphone, a Bluetooth range of 9 meters, and are also AR enabled. The battery can sustain up to 3.5 hours of streaming music playback and takes up to 2 hours to charge. [18]

True wireless in-ear headphones

True wireless headphones have no cord to keep each bud connected to each other.

Noise-cancelling headphones

QuietComfort Earbuds II

QuietComfort Earbuds II were launched on 15 September 2022. 7 The QuietComfort Earbuds II headphones and ear tips are smaller and lighter than the original QuietComfort Earbuds counterparts that they replace.

Specifications: [19]

  • Earbuds
  • USB-C supported carry case. The battery life is 6 hours and the USB-C supported carry case has an inbuilt lithium iodine battery can charge them three times.
Awards
  • What Hi-Fi? Award 2022 as the 'Best wireless earbuds over £200'. [20]
  • CNET's Best Wireless Earbuds for 2022, [21] as well as a CNET's Editors' Choice Award of 8.8/10 points. [22]
  • PCMag Editors' Choice award in 2022 for the best in-ear active noise-cancellation. [23]

QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds

Released 2023.

Open-Ear Earbuds

Released September 2024.

QuietComfort Earbuds (2nd generation)

Released 2024.

Aviation headsets

A30 Aviation Headset

The "A30 Aviation Headset" was released in 2023 as the successor to the "A20 Aviation Headset" with extended noise cancellation and less clamping force than its predecessor. It has a claimed battery life of 45 hours (using two AA batteries) or can be powered by the airplane's electrical system. However, if continuously using Bluetooth functionality, the battery-life will only last 25-plus hours. [24] It has three selectable modes of active noise cancellation. [25]

A20 Aviation Headset

The "A20 Aviation Headset" was released in 2010 as the successor to the "Aviation Headset X" (aka A10). [26] [27] It has a claimed battery life of 45 hours (using two AA batteries) or can be powered by the airplane's electrical system. There are two versions, one with Bluetooth and one without. [28]

An updated version of the A20 was released in 2015. [29]

Combat Vehicle Crewman Headset

A "Combat Vehicle Crewman Headset" was released in 1998, for use in armoured vehicles. [30]

Triport Tactical Headset

A "Triport Tactical Headset" (TTH) was released in 2004. It is designed for use in armoured vehicles and can fit under an infantry ballistic helmet. [31] [ unreliable source? ] [32] An updated version was released in 2012. [33]

Required software

Bose music

Bose Music [34] is a proprietary mobile app that is required by products including the QuietComfort Earbuds-series (QuietComfort Earbuds II, QuietComfort Earbuds).

Android

The Bose Music app in Android requires:

  • Registration (email and password) and login.
  • Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), which requires Location Permission in Android 6 and above.

Related Research Articles

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Headphones</span> Device put on or in the ears that plays sound

Headphones are a pair of small loudspeaker drivers worn on or around the head over a user's ears. They are electroacoustic transducers, which convert an electrical signal to a corresponding sound. Headphones let a single user listen to an audio source privately, in contrast to a loudspeaker, which emits sound into the open air for anyone nearby to hear. Headphones are also known as earphones or, colloquially, cans. Circumaural and supra-aural headphones use a band over the top of the head to hold the drivers in place. Another type, known as earbuds or earpieces, consists of individual units that plug into the user's ear canal; within that category have been developed cordless air buds using wireless technology. A third type are bone conduction headphones, which typically wrap around the back of the head and rest in front of the ear canal, leaving the ear canal open. In the context of telecommunication, a headset is a combination of a headphone and microphone.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Noise-cancelling headphones</span> Headphones with active noise control

Noise-cancelling headphones are headphones that suppress unwanted ambient sounds using active noise control (ANC).

Bose Corporation is an American manufacturing company that predominantly sells audio equipment. The company was established by Amar Bose in 1964 and is based in Framingham, Massachusetts. It is best known for its home audio systems and speakers, noise-canceling headphones, professional audio products, and automobile sound systems. Bose has a reputation for being certainly protective of its patents, trademarks and brands. The majority owner of Bose Corporation is the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Non-voting shares were donated to MIT by founder Amar Bose and receive cash dividends. The company's annual report for the 2021 financial year stated that Bose Corporation's yearly sales were $3.2 billion, and the company employed about 7,000 people.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Audio headset</span> Telephone or computer accessory

A headset is a combination of headphone and microphone. Headsets connect over a telephone or to a computer, allowing the user to speak and listen while keeping both hands free. They are commonly used in customer service and technical support centers, where employees can converse with customers while typing information into a computer. They are also common among computer gamers and let them talk with each other and hear others while using their keyboards and mice to play the game.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">AirPods</span> Wireless earbuds by Apple

AirPods are wireless Bluetooth earbuds designed by Apple. They were first announced on September 7, 2016, alongside the iPhone 7. Within two years, they became Apple's most popular accessory. AirPods are Apple's entry-level wireless headphones, sold alongside the AirPods Pro and AirPods Max.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Apple headphones</span> Lineup of products manufactured by Apple, Inc.

Apple Inc. has produced and sold headphones since 2001, available for standalone purchase and bundled with iPhone and iPod products. Apple's current product line consists of EarPods, AirPods and AirPods Pro, and AirPods Max.

Beats Electronics LLC is an American consumer audio products manufacturer headquartered in Culver City, California. The company was founded in 2006 by music producer Dr. Dre and record company executive Jimmy Iovine. Since 2014, it has been an Apple subsidiary.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Hearables</span> Electronic ear-based devices

Hearables or smart headphones or earbuds are electronic in-ear devices designed for multiple purposes. The category is split between hearables for hearing health, and hearables for other applications.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Master & Dynamic</span> American audio equipment manufacturer

Master & Dynamic is an American audio company based in New York. Founded in 2013, Master & Dynamic designs and manufactures headphones, earphones, speakers, and audio accessories.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Jaybird (company)</span> Consumer electronics company

Jaybird is a Utah-based consumer electronics company owned by Logitech. The company designs and manufactures headphones and wearable activity trackers. The company is mainly known for its line of wireless Bluetooth sports headsets. Jaybird was founded in 2006 by Australian entrepreneur Judd Armstrong.

AXGIO is an online brand based on the Amazon Marketplace. It was founded in 2013.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Pixel Buds</span> Line of earbuds developed by Google

The Pixel Buds is a line of wireless earbuds developed and marketed by Google. The first-generation Pixel Buds were launched on October 4, 2017, at the Made by Google launch event, and became available for preorder on the Google Store the same day. They have the Google Assistant built-in and support Google Translate.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">Nura (company)</span>

Nura was a consumer electronics company based in Melbourne, Australia. Nura designed and manufactured headphones with personalized sound technology. Nura's proprietary technology automatically measures the user's hearing sensitivities to different frequencies by monitoring sounds generated from the inner ear. This process takes 1–2 minutes. The headphones then adapt the frequency response to the user's sensitivities, allowing them to hear more detail when listening to music.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">AirPods Pro</span> Wireless earbuds produced by Apple

AirPods Pro are wireless Bluetooth in-ear headphones designed by Apple, initially introduced on October 30, 2019. They are Apple's mid-range wireless headphones, available alongside the base-level AirPods and the highest-end AirPods Max.

<span class="mw-page-title-main">AirPods Max</span> Apple wireless headphones

AirPods Max are wireless Bluetooth over-ear headphones designed by Apple, and released on December 15, 2020. They are Apple's highest-end option in the AirPods lineup, sold alongside the base model AirPods and mid-range AirPods Pro.

Soul Electronics is an audio equipment company. Founded in 2010, it produces various lines of wireless, Bluetooth-enabled headphones, earbuds, and speakers.

Huawei FreeBuds are wireless Bluetooth and NearLink earbuds. They were first announced and released on March 27, 2018, alongside the Huawei P20 series. In addition to playing audio, the Huawei FreeBuds contain built-in microphones for noise cancellation, accelerometers, and optical sensors to detect wear status and gestures.

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