Bose SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless
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At a glance
- Brand
- Bose
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wireless
- Noise cancelling
- -
- Released
- 2017
The Bose SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless Headphones II are over-ear wireless headphones designed for consistent sound at any volume, with clear calls, durable materials, and a comfortable fit for wireless freedom.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Bose SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless headphones are over-ear wireless models built for steady audio performance across volume levels, with a focus on clear calls and a comfortable, durable design. They offer a long 15-hour battery life, multipoint Bluetooth connectivity, and quick charging for convenient everyday use.
What works
- Consistent sound at various volume levels
- Comfortable over-ear fit with durable build
- 15-hour battery life with quick charge capability
- Multipoint Bluetooth for easy device switching
- Lightweight design at 149.4 grams
What doesn't
- Only supports SBC codec, no AAC or aptX
- Uses older Bluetooth 2.1 technology
- No USB-C charging port
- No built-in voice assistant support
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Specifications
| Driver | 2× driver |
|---|---|
| Drivers per side | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 50 Ω |
Audio
| Driver | 2× driver |
|---|---|
| Drivers per side | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 50 Ω |
Wireless
| Bluetooth | 2.1 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | SBC |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes |
| Wireless range | 9 m |
Battery
| Battery life | 15 h |
|---|---|
| Full charge time | 180 min |
| Quick charge | 15 min → 2 h |
Features
| Controls | buttons |
|---|---|
| Voice assistant | No |
Design
| Weight | 149.4 g |
|---|---|
| USB-C | No |
Calls
| Microphones | 1 |
|---|
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