I wish to make a review of the new Bose SoundLink On-Ear Bluetooth Headset here.
Since just over 1 week, I've got him now in use and must say: Great, really great !! But first things first ...
Packing & Delivery:
Bose-typical packaging is functionally constructed, the headset is clean in a dish, among which are several books as well as the protective cover together with connection cable (3,5 jack-to-jack) and a (rather short) USB charging cable. To complain you can here only the "short" of the USB cable.
First impression / feel:
In the hands of the plastic that makes up the headset acts, cheap in any way. Everything is meticulously crafted and nothing creaks - was also to be expected for a set of headphones in this price range. The material of the ear pads is very soft and comfortable, the bar is covered with a kind of polymer coating, which also leaves a very high-quality impression with me.
Bluetooth connection:
First switch on - the headphones are a by voice (in English) the current charge level of.
For coupling via Bluetooth now the On / Off switch is once pushed upward briefly and already the headset is visible for example, iPhones and other Bluetooth devices - now select only the headset in the phone / music player and even the connection is established.
I tested had the headphones on an iPhone with the latest firmware 8.0.2 and 6 no trouble connecting. The great thing about the headphones is that it can be coupled with 2 different devices at the same time - for example, a film on the iPad looked, about the iPhone is now achieved a phone call: Not a problem, one must not make a balancing act here, but make phone calls using the headphones and can comfortably continue afterwards to see the film without changing the connection.
Music playback / sound:
Vorneweg: madness !! I've tried some headphones, still have the QuietComfort 15 & 20 and have to say that these headphones presents itself most balanced. I can attest to the headphones consistently a very balanced sound reproduction: Strong, not too intrusive bass, clear mids and highs, everything is where it should be, without distorting the actual music track.
Service:
On the right side of the handset 3 keys are to be found, which varies the volume of the tracks and the title can be stopped and started, or the next or previous title (druch repeatedly pressing the button) can be selected. Also it works flawlessly, the keys have a pleasant pressure point, and after a short time you get the hang of it!
Telephony:
In addition, the headset has 2 built-in microphones function, reduce outside noise. This works not to the extent of the Quiet Comfort headphones, but you can clearly see that the headphones insulate the ambient noise and thus a more comfortable phoning is made possible.
Battery:
Whether the battery by holding the promised Bose 15h at a stretch, I can not not say yet final - felt true this statement! In the last week I have an average of 2 hours a day listening to music and the battery has a remaining capacity of 15% -> thus fits in about. Also there is a kind of fast charging when the battery should be empty: Load 15 minutes to ensure 2h wireless music enjoyment.
Comfort:
Even after prolonged wear, I felt no pressure on the ears. Weight also plays a role here, it has Bose managed to present a very light headphones, so that the weight does not come to contribute to the comfort of the headphones.
Other:
The headset can be used not only via Bluetooth, but also with the included jack cable, should there still go limp makes the battery.
The included case has sufficient space for the headset, which can be folded easily. for the charging cable and the jack cable and protects everything tidy.
Conclusion:
For me the headphones are worth a very strong buy recommendation, even if the price of 249, - Euro is at the upper limit. Nevertheless, obtained with the SoundLink On-Ear one of the currently best Bluetooth headset on the market, which offers a balanced sound, very high wearing comfort and a durable battery.
