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Bose · QuietComfort

QuietComfort 35

Released June 2016

Bose's first wireless QuietComfort over-ear headphones pair Bluetooth noise cancellation with an optional audio cable.

Model history · 3 models, 2009–2016
  1. 2009QuietComfort 15Compare
  2. 2014QuietComfort 25Compare
  3. 2016QuietComfort 35
Type
Over-ear
Noise cancelling
Yes
Battery
20 h
With case
–
Best codec
–
Weight
–

What reviewers say

Reviewers agree that the QC35 combines effective noise cancellation, a comfortable folding fit and a reliable wireless connection. TechRadar praises its spacious sound and easy pairing, while SoundGuys finds the sound merely good for the price and notes that some tracks can rattle in the bass at very high volume. Both consider it an expensive set.

From techradar.com and soundguys.com

Specifications

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Sound

Type
Over-ear
Noise cancelling
Yes
Back
Closed
Noise cancelling detail
Noise cancellation can run without audio; microphones inside and outside the earcups feed two Bose processing chips
Audio features
Volume-optimised EQ adjusts the balance with listening level

Battery

Listening time (maker's claim)
Up to 20 hours
Battery life detail
Up to 20 hours over Bluetooth or 40 hours with the audio cable and power on; passive wired audio remains available when the battery is depleted

Design

Two devices at once
Yes
Headphone cable
Yes
Controls
Power/Bluetooth slider, volume and multi-function buttons on the right earcup; NFC touchpoint for pairing
Microphones
Built-in microphones for calls; the launch announcement describes a dual-microphone system for voice pickup
Fit and ear tips
Around-ear cushions and folding headband with rotating earcups
Works with
Bose Connect app for iOS and Android; stores eight Bluetooth pairings and can connect to two devices at once, with one audio stream playing
Colours
Black and Silver at launch; Midnight Blue was sold later
In the box
Headphones, carry case, USB charging cable, back-up audio cable and airline adapter

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Bluetooth and NFC pairing with two active device connections
  • Up to 20 hours wirelessly or 40 hours with the cable
  • Wired playback remains available if the battery is flat

Cons

  • Micro-USB charging
  • Noise cancellation needs the built-in battery

Closest rivals

Model
TypeNoise cancellingBatteryWith caseBest codecWeightReleased
SonyMDR-1000X
Over-earYes20 h–LDAC275 gSept 2016
BeatsStudio3 Wireless
Over-earYes22 h–AAC–Oct 2017
SennheiserMOMENTUM 2 Wireless
Over-earYes22 h–aptX265 g2015

Previous model: QuietComfort 25. Newer model: QuietComfort 35 II.

Sources

  1. bose.com/p/quietcomfort-35-wireless-headphones-i/QC35-HEADPHONEARN-MDBLU-WW.html
  2. assets.bosecreative.com/m/707ac777f7f28ee5/original/OG_QC35-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdf
  3. bose.com/pressroom/bose_introduces_wireless_qc_noise_cancelling_headphones_and_…
  4. assets.bose.com/content/dam/Bose_DAM/Web/consumer_electronics/global/pressroom/…

Photo: assets.bosecreative.com

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