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QuietComfort Earbuds 2

Are Bose QuietComfort Earbuds 2 worth the hype?

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The QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are unveiled now after weeks of leaks. Bose’s latest flagship wireless earbuds feature various upgrades which include adaptive Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), sound calibration technology and Bluetooth 5.3 for enhanced sound technology.

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First and foremost, Bose has developed the new variant which is one-third smaller than the original QuietComfort Earbuds side. Besides this, it is also making new ear-tips to help reach optimal wear for more customers.

This next generation QuietComfort Earbuds 2 has built on traditional Bose hallmarks while also struggling in the areas they have underperformed in the past such as battery life, touch controls and special features.

Despite their shortcomings, their Active Noise cancellation and sound Quality performance take the QuietComfort Earbuds 2 to a whole new level, on the top spot on our best noise-cancelling earbuds list.

Design and Comfort

Bose has claimed to reduce the size of the QuietComfort Earbuds 2 by 30 per cent which is a considerable redesign that portrays the QuietComfort Earbuds 2 as more practical and captivating. The outer plastic is more enhanced than the original so you can expect these QuietComfort Earbuds 2 to survive even hard knocks and also trials of regular use.

These black Earbuds 2 show a mix of glossy and matte finishes, which is a smooth touch. Also, their IPX4 rating enables protection from water and sweat. The charging case also has a slender design and sturdy design

Sound Quality

QuietComfort Earbuds 2 uses the latest proprietary technology known as CustomTune that mechanically calibrates active noise cancellation and the sound frequency profile to the unique properties of the year.

The overall effect features a punchy and sharp soundstage. 3D audio is not available. CustomTune emits a tone used to map the contours of the ear canal for more enhanced active noise cancellation. You can select from the two standard modes which are Quiet (acoustic noise cancellation) and Aware (transparency mode) modes and other 2-10 custom modes.

Another option you can use is setting the ANC level 3 on the custom modes. It is one of the best earbuds with a mic voice and video calling. Bose’s QuietComfort Earbuds 2 features superb vocal capture, making conversations loud or clear on your end.

Bose Music App and features

Another attractive thing is its Bose music app, the hub for almost all special features. It consists of ActiveSense, EQ, Eartip Fit test and shortcut. One big feature that it sports is Self Voice to adjust how loud the user’s voice sounds on call. Battery life is 6 hours per charge and a 20-minute quick charge gives two hours of playtime.

Price and Availability

The QuietComfort Earbuds 2 have an MSRP of 299 USD consisting of a $20 markup from the first-generation entry. It is available in only one colour which was displayed at the launch. However, it is claimed that a soapstone colour option will be unveiled later this year.

The charging case, USB-C type charging cable, three sets of different size tips, three sets of different size bands and safety instructions are provided inside the box.

It is selling these new buds at a higher cost than the recently announced AirPods Pro 2 which costs 249 USD or its market competitors like the Sony WF 1000XM4 which is priced at $279 and Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3 whose price is $249.

If you find this expensive, you can always buy the previous model of QuietComfort Earbuds which are available at amazon on a discounted price of 199 USD.

Conclusion

The QuietComfort Earbuds 2 are outstanding follow-up that offers better sound, great call quality and unrivalled active noise cancellation. Sound balancing technologies like ActiveSense and CustomTune also provide Noise neutralization extremely well.

Sennheiser CX

Sennheiser CX, CX Plus True Wireless Earphones With Up To 27 Hours Battery Life Now Available In India.

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A new pair of Sennheiser true wireless earbuds has been launched in India. These earbuds provide enhanced comfort and sound, as well as a high-quality listening experience. The CX Plus series of earbuds include active noise cancellation (ANC), transparency mode, and audiophile-grade Sennheiser technology, according to the company. The CX and CX Plus series buds are said to deliver deep bass, natural mids, and clear, detailed treble, as well as a custom EQ for fine-tuning. The Sennheiser Smart Control app has also been updated with a new user interface and improved controls.

Sennheiser CX Plus TWS: Specifications and Features

Sennheiser’s CX Plus TWS earbuds feature active noise cancellation, allowing you to listen to music, and podcasts, and make phone calls without being distracted. It also has a Transparent Hearing mode, which allows the user to talk or be aware of their surroundings without having to remove the earbuds. The CX Plus, according to Sennheiser, has a battery life of up to 24 hours when used with the included case.

It’s one of the most elegantly designed, splash-resistant earbuds on the market, with excellent music and call quality. We can say after using the earbuds for over two weeks that they are designed for a full-throttle music+gaming experience. The earbuds are ideal for listening to house music, deep house, watching movies, and other similar activities.

The bass it has to offer will impress you when listening to music. Even the minutely detailed engineered sound is not lost in the smooth surround sound. The bass is excellent, and it does not interfere with the speech or lyrics. It has incredible clarity even at low volumes.

It has a premium design and a slew of touch control gestures that enhance the overall listening experience. Adjustable treble and bass give you more flexibility in tailoring your music experience to your preferences.

The earbuds are well-made, fashionable, and well-balanced for maximum comfort. Sennheiser offers four sizes of ear adapters to fit a variety of ear shapes and sizes. The buds are also IPX4 rated and have touch controls that can be customised. They have dual microphones, are self-contained, and support SBC, AAC, aptX, and aptX Adaptive codecs.

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Sennheiser CX TWS: Specifications and Features

The Sennheiser CX TWS earbuds have many of the same features as the CX Plus model, but they don’t have active noise cancellation. Touch controls, IPX4 water resistance, Bluetooth 5.2, multiple codec support, and dual microphones for crystal clear calls are all included. These earbuds are rated to last up to 27 hours with the provided case because they don’t have ANC.

Price and Availability

In India, online retailers, Amazon, and the official Sennheiser online store will sell the Sennheiser CX Plus and Sennheiser CX true wireless earbuds. The CX Plus is priced at Rs. 14,990 in India, while the CX is priced at Rs. 10,990. There will be two colour options for the earbuds: black and white.

Sennheiser Smart Control App

The user can adjust the following settings using the Sennheiser Smart Control app:

  • Equalizer
  • Examine the battery’s condition.
  • Both the Left and Right touch controls can be customised.
  • Answer/end/reject calls, Transparent hearing, Play/Pause, Previous/Next track, ANC, Voice Assistant Down

Sennheiser has completely redesigned its Smart Control app to provide users with an intuitive and new user experience for easy sound control and personalization of their headphones and Soundbars. The brand-new app combines modern aesthetics with a more personalised, relevant, and rewarding intuitive user experience.

Furthermore, Smart Control includes exciting new features like Sound Check and Sound Zones that help users get the most out of their Sennheiser headphones.

Sound Check walks users through three simple steps to help them find the perfect EQ preset for their preferences. True Wireless users can use Sound Zones to customise EQ settings, Noise Cancellation, and Transparent Hearing for specific locations – whether at home, at work, or on the go – and dynamically adjust audio settings based on the user’s location.

Smart Control also allows users to customize their experience more. The Sennheiser user account makes it a lot easier to transfer settings and customizations between devices. The Sennheiser Discovery area in the app provides relevant product news and updates from around the world.

TWS Echo Buds

TWS Echo Buds 2nd Gen Is Now Available In India.

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In India, Amazon has released the Echo Buds (2nd Gen) true wireless stereo (TWS) earphones. The latest device in the brand’s Echo lineup features a 5.7mm dynamic driver as well as Bluetooth v5 connectivity. Active noise cancellation is included in the new Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) TWS earphones (ANC). These have Amazon Alexa built-in, as well as Siri and Google Assistant voice assistant support, allowing users to control a paired smartphone without touching it. For sweat resistance, the pair is rated IPX4. Customers have the option of selecting from a variety of case types. With ANC and Hands-Free Alexa enabled, the new TWS Echo Buds are said to provide up to five hours of music playback on a full charge.

Specifications And Features

The new Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) TWS earphones are powered by 5.7mm speaker drivers, according to the specifications. Three microphones are housed in each earbud for improved audio clarity. The earbuds are in-ear, but Amazon claims that their narrow nozzles reduce ear pressure and allow them to be worn for longer periods of time. Four sets of ear tips and two sets of wingtips in various sizes are included with the wireless earbuds. On each earbud, there are touch controls.

Amazon claims that the active noise cancellation in the Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) TWS earphones provides an immersive audio experience by cancelling ambient noise. Aside from ANC, the new earbuds have a Passthrough Mode that allows the user to hear environmental sounds when needed, allowing them to be more aware of their surroundings.

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The new TWS earbuds have an Alexa voice assistant built-in, allowing users to control the device without touching it. Simple voice commands can be used to play music, podcasts, and other media. Android 6.0 and iOS 12 or higher support Alexa voice control. Furthermore, with a paired smartphone, Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) support both Google Assistant and Siri.

The Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) are said to have multiple privacy controls, according to Amazon. The Alexa app allows users to silence the microphones. Users can also access, listen to, and delete their recordings at any time. Amazon’s new TWS earbuds are sweat-resistant to IPX4 standards. The Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) also have Bluetooth v5 connectivity. Both Android and iOS devices can be used with them. Accelerometer, proximity sensor, touch sensor, and hall sensor are among the sensors on the TWS earbuds.

The new Amazon earbuds come with USB Type-C connectivity and are said to provide up to five hours of music playback on a single charge when using ANC and Hands-Free Alexa. When combined with the charging case, the Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) TWS earphones are said to provide up to 15 hours of playtime. With ANC and Hands-Free Alexa turned off, the earbuds alone are said to provide up to 6.5 hours of music playback time on a full charge. With a 15-minute quick charge, Amazon claims the earbuds can play music for up to 2 hours. The earbuds measure 20.0×19.1×19.1mm and weigh 5.7 grammes without ear tips.

Price And Availability

In India, the Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) TWS earphones with a USB Type-C wired charging case cost Rs. 11,999. A higher-end model with a wireless charging case will set you back Rs. 13,999. Amazon is offering a Rs. 1,000 discount on both options as a launch offer. The earbuds are currently available for purchase on Amazon India in the colour black.

Beats to Launch its First True Wireless Earbuds ‘Powerbeats Pro’ which are Costlier than Latest AirPods

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The competition in the wireless earbuds market is increasing every other day, and companies like Apple and Samsung are one of the leaders of the very field. Recently, Apple launched its second-generation AirPods, and now, the Apple-acquired Beats is also set to enter into the competition independently with its Powerbeats Pro.

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The Powerbeats Pro is a pair of $250 wireless earbuds. Beats has worked well on the design of the product, and it comes with a better grip and better battery life, i.e., the Powerbeats Pro can be used continuously for 9 hours straight.

Having been worked with Apple, Beats has created a similar design and has got an over-the-ear hook, which keeps the earbuds on its place when the user is walking, running or working out.

“Over 20 configurations were electronically modelled and physically tested. The result is a completely new, ergonomically angled acoustic housing that nests comfortably in the concha bowl of the ear with an off-axis nozzle,” said Beats in the announcement.

The earbuds ships with volume controls in both the earpieces. The earbuds do not have any power button but include motion sensors, so the earbuds go to sleep whenever stays idle for a longer time. Like the other wireless earplugs, the Powerbeats Pro gets paused as soon as removed from ears and start to play the music when gets plugged into the ears.

According to Beats, the earbuds are 23 per cent smaller and 17 per cent lighter than the Powerbeats 3, and the audio quality for the calls has also been improved in this model. It also provides noise reduction property to enhance the call quality. The Powerbeats Pro is sweat and water resistant.

The earbuds include the same Apple H1 chip that provides the support for Apple-only feature Siri.

The elements that can be considered as the drawbacks are the bigger size of the charging case, no wireless charging available for the earbuds, and no LED light to show the charging status.

Though these earbuds are built by the Apple-acquired company, these are also compatible with Android devices. The Powerbeats Pro earbuds work well on the criteria of ‘true’ wireless earbuds, but these are on the pricier side. In fact, these cost $50 more than the latest second generation AirPods. Since Beats has been a leader in the field of earphone and headphone manufacturing, we can expect the Powerbeats Pro to get more user base. The company will start shipping the Powerbeats Pro earbuds from the beginning of May this year.