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Released September 2014
Bose's wired, over-ear noise-cancelling headphones run for up to 35 hours on one AAA cell and can play audio without power.
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Type Over-ear
Noise cancelling Yes
Battery 35 h
With case –
Best codec Wired
Weight – What reviewers say Reviewers praise the effective noise cancellation, comfortable fit and clearer sound than the earlier QC15. TechRadar likes the full presentation and battery-free playback, while What Hi-Fi finds the sound precise but a little restrained compared with more energetic rivals. Both regard the folding design as useful for travel.
From techradar.com and whathifi.com
Sound
Type Over-ear
Noise cancelling Yes
Back Closed
Bluetooth codecs None (wired)
Noise cancelling detail Microphones inside and outside each earcup feed Bose's noise-cancelling processor; the right earcup has a power switch
Audio features Bose Active EQ and TriPort acoustic system; passive wired playback works with noise cancellation off or the battery removed Battery
Listening time (maker's claim) Up to 35 hours
Battery life detail Up to 35 hours of powered listening from one replaceable AAA cell Design
Headphone cable Yes
Controls Power switch on the right earcup; inline microphone and remote on the device-specific cable
Fit and ear tips Around-ear protein-leather cushions, fabric-padded headband and folding earcups
Works with Separate cable versions were sold for Apple devices and for selected Samsung Galaxy and Android devices
Colours Black or White, both with blue accents at launch
In the box Headphones, carrying case, audio cable, airline adapter and AAA battery Pros and cons Pros + Wired playback continues when the battery is flat+ Replaceable AAA battery powers up to 35 hours of noise cancellation+ Folding design with a compact travel caseCons − No Bluetooth connection− Noise cancellation needs an AAA batteryPrevious model: QuietComfort 15 . Newer model: QuietComfort 35 .
