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http://www.youtube.com/user/LonSeidmanBose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 - NC-700 In-Depth Review Compared to QC-35 -

Buy it on Amazon - http://lon.tv/lygup (affiliate link) - Bose has a new pair of premium wireless noise cancelling headphones. We'll compare them to the QC-35 and look at some of the unique features these have. See more headphones: http://lon.tv/fsbgh and subscribe! http://lon.tv/s

VIDEO INDEX:
00:52 - Bose Customer Service Woes
02:07 - Comfort & Build Quality
02:43 - Carrying Case
03:16 - Connectivity Options
04:13 - Differences vs QC35
05:27 - Sound Quality
06:13 - Noise Cancellation Quality
06:53 - Mic Test
08:01 - Bose App
08:54 - Favorite Profiles
09:37 - Setting Sources
09:51 - Bose AR
10:37 - More Settings
10:55 - Amazon Alexa Demo
12:16 - Turn off Listening
12:55 - Trigger Word Button Placement
13:33 - Shortcut Option
14:01 - Self Voice Control
14:19 - Auto-Off
15:19 - Gesture Controls
16:06 - Conclusion

Look for a video review I will be posting in the video shorts section above!

These new headphones from Bose are a step above the QC35's from a design standpoint. They lack the physical switch that conveniently failed on most QC35 headsets right after the warranty period ends. Bose has been terrible about fixing this widespread issue unfortunately but it looks like these new headsets will fair better with their electronic power switch.

The 700's do not fold and as such have less plastic creaking noises when moving around. They fit better and are more comfortable. The ear cups are super soft and super cushiony (if that's a word) and were a pleasure to wear on a four hour flight I took the other day.

Noise cancellation quality is top notch and on par with the 35's. The difference here is that you have more granularity to the amount of noise reduction. Bose says there are 11 levels but the first setting is "off." So in reality there are 10 steps of cancellation that can be set through the app. A button on the left ear cup will allow you to step through three favorite steps.

Sound quality, however, is a little different vs. the 35's. It's not bad but it lacks the deep bass punch that the 35's have. If you're a TV/Movie watcher like I am on flights I think the 35's have an audio quality edge. These will be better for music given the sound is more neutral. But for video playback I think the 35's better replicate my home theater experience on the go.

The 700's lack physical buttons for audio control (track changes, play/pause, & volume), instead going with gestures that are executed on the right earcup through a capacity sensor. I prefer this over the prior generation and it works great for the most part.

I was surprised by how effective the voice assistant feature is on these - especially for iPhone users. It's possible to directly address Alexa or Google Home just by uttering the trigger word. The assistants will speak to you through the headphones. Neat feature.

All in these are nice headphones but I am concerned about recommending Bose given the bad experience I had with my QC35's. They have a widespread issue with the 35's that's the result of a significant design flaw. Their only solution for out of warranty customers is to just buy a new set. If these were some cheap budget headphones fine, but this is a high-end product. Bose should be doing better by their customers.

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