Bose Frames Tenor
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The Bose Frames Tenor are audio sunglasses with built-in speakers and a rectangular design. The speakers are located in the temples of the glasses, so nothing goes in or on your ears. This way, you stay aware of your surroundings and prevent traffic accidents. Because the speakers aim the sound directly at your ears, other people won't be bothered by your favorite songs. Do you get a phone call? Thanks to the built-in microphone, you can make hands-free calls. With these glasses, you can listen to music for 5.5 hours on a full charge. This is 2 hours longer than with the Bose Frames Alto and Rondo. You can give the glasses of your sunglasses a different color with the Bose Lenses. The glasses are sold separately.
Type of ear cushions | N/A | |
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Bluetooth | ||
Noise canceling | ||
Sound quality according to customers | Standard | |
Carrying comfort according to customers | Mediocre | |
Built-in microphone | ||
Water resistance | Splash proof |
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As an avid user of the Bose SoundSport Free wireless earbuds, I was very curious about Bose's latest innovation: The Bose Frames Tenor – sunglasses with built-in speakers. A gadget for people who lead an active life and want to wear such glasses during sports, for example. I attach great importance to ease of use and sound quality and I am not disappointed! The installation was simple and flawless. Since I already had the Bose Connect App installed, I was able to add the Frames easily. The app picked up the Frames directly via the Bluetooth signal. For the best experience, the Connect App asked me to install another app, the Bose Music App. Surprising in itself, but well integrated and it does not affect the simplicity of the installation. In the Music App it is possible to control settings that are specific to the Frames. The app also provides tips via a wizard to familiarize yourself with the use of the glasses. So definitely of added value! In terms of ease of use, it is nice that you can adjust the volume of the Frames by swiping on the side. Very intuitive. Not unimportant: The battery life corresponds to the description and is approximately 5 hours. The sound quality is excellent, as you would expect from Bose. The nice thing is that you can also use the Tenor to make hands-free calls – so it's multifunctional. The microphone picks up the sound well and you can be heard clearly. All in all, the Bose Frames Tenor is a must for lovers of innovative design who value good sound without fuss. With the bonus that the Tenor also functions as full-fledged sunglasses! Two for the price of one.
Jay
11 October 2020
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It's a nice gadget but it still needs to be fine-tuned
Ppl
7 October 2020
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The Bose Frames is a whole new experience. Glasses that project sound to your ears. The fit is good, this of course depends on the person. The glasses are not heavy and they have the appearance of normal sunglasses. The glasses are easy to operate. Slide your finger over the leg to adjust the sound level and the button (single button) lets you pause and select the previous or next track. You can also make calls with the glasses. You can record and hang up with the button. Sound during calls is very good. People can hear you well and you can hear the person you are calling clearly.
Charging and usage time approximately corresponds to the description. A cable is included, as well as a very neat case and a cloth to clean the glasses.
The sound is different from earplugs or headphones. But of course this is also about glasses. The bass is hard to find, don't expect a miracle. The sound is also projected to you so this is good to keep in mind. For sunglasses I must say that the sound is good. It seems as if music is playing somewhere around you. I think this is the best description. Depending on the volume, you can hear it softly in the background or that you are standing between 2 speakers. You really have to experience it yourself and for one it would be great and for the other maybe not because they expect a different goal or a different experience.
For sports (outdoors) this is an ideal solution. You hear music, are protected from the sun and yet you still hear everything around you.
I often use it when I'm out with my daughter. He can play while I quietly listen to a podcast or want to enjoy everything with some background music. You can still hear the cars passing by, I can hear my daughter calling when she needs something and yet I can enjoy music or something else at the same time.
Before you buy the sunglasses, think carefully about the purposes for which you want to use them and determine your expectations. Also, don't forget that it is a seasonal product. You won't wear sunglasses very often in the fall and winter.
Unfortunately I cannot advise whether you should buy it. What I can say is the following: if you want quality in terms of sound, look at alternatives. Do you not want to be closed off from everything but still want to listen to music? Then buy the Bose Frames. Are you often outside and do you often wear sunglasses but prefer not to listen to music through earphones or headphones? Then consider the Bose Frames.
Good luck with the choice. Hopefully the above helps a bit.
San M.
7 October 2020
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Product number | 868549 |
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Manufacturer code | 851340-0100 |
Brand | Bose |
Warranty | 2 years |
Processing of your defect | Carry-in warranty |
Weight in grams | 206 g | |
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Color | Black | |
Material | Leather, Plastic | |
Built-in microphone | ||
Intended for | Consumers |
Tested by expert |
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Sound reproduction | Mono, Stereo | |
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Hi-Res audio | ||
Volume limit | ||
Active headphones | ||
Noise canceling |
NFC | ||
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Bluetooth | ||
Bluetooth version | 5.0 | |
Multipoint pairing |
Detachable cable | ||
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Ribbon cable | ||
Coil cable | ||
Braided sleeve | ||
Remote in cable |
Sound quality according to customers | Standard | |
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Carrying comfort according to customers | Mediocre |
Power supply type | Rechargeable battery | |
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Average battery life | 5,5 hours |
Water resistance | Splash proof | |
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IP certification | IPX2 | |
Water-resistant | ||
Waterproofness certification | IP certification |
Type of ear cushions | N/A | |
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Types of design | Open | |
Foldable | ||
Rotatable ear cups | ||
Ear cushion material | N/A | |
Physical buttons ear cups | ||
Touchpad ear cup | ||
Remote control on ear cups | ||
Volume control ear cup |
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