Bose's latest earbuds get a useful free upgrade but not the one you're hoping for

Date:
Fri, 17 Feb 2023 16:46:06 +0000

Description:
QuietComfort Earbuds II can now be used independently thanks to new firmware feature

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We love to see new features get added to existing piece of gear, so props to Bose for adding a handy new feature to its Bose QuietComfort Earbuds II via a new firmware update even if its not quite the added extra most owners will perhaps have been waiting for.

The update, which landed yesterday, gives the userthe ability to now use either earbud independently of the other (previously only the right earbud could be used on its own). This now means youll be able to be able to use either earbud on its own for taking or making calls, as well as listening to music and videos. It's not a game-changer, but it's useful to have the flexibility.

This update for the best noise-cancelling earbuds also means youll be able to switch between earbuds if one runs out of juice, allowing you can to continue listening with without interruption.

The new firmware is available via the Bose Music app and can be installed
once the QCE II are connected to your phone.But this isn't the big update
Bose has promised, so what's going with that? (Image credit: Bose) Analysis:
A welcome upgrade fortheQCE IIs but wheres the high-res?

We were blown away by theQuietComfort Earbuds IIsbest-in-class noise cancellationand balanced sound, earning them a five-star review back in November.

However, while we love this latest handy update from Bose, it sadly still doesnt address our main issue with theQCE IIs, namely the lack ofsupport for high-definition wireless audio.

Bose promised around their release that an update was on its way for the QCE II that would make themcompatible with Qualcomms Snapdragon Sound and the
aptX Lossless Bluetooth codecfor CD-quality sound, but were still left
hanging for what would be a potentially game-changing upgrade.

With more and more phones featuring support for these platforms, as well as plenty of rival earbuds now featuring the tech, were hoping the update
remains onits way for Bose owners maybe that'll tip you into buying them if you're looking at the best wireless earbuds .



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