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Bose Frames - Audio Sunglasses with Open Ear Headphones, Black, with Bluetooth Connectivity

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Style: Alto M/L


Pattern Name: Sunglasses


Specs & Other Info

SpecificationDetails
Dimensions7.09 x 3.11 x 2.6 inches
Weight10.93 ounces
Availability DateOctober 2, 2019

Frequently asked questions

Bose Frames use open ear audio technology, which allows you to listen to music through the sunglasses' arms while maintaining awareness of your surroundings. By using Bluetooth connectivity, they connect to your mobile device to stream music, podcasts, or take calls, all without needing earphones.

Yes, you can make phone calls with Bose Frames. They have a built-in microphone that allows you to take calls hands-free. The open ear design enables you to hear the conversation clearly while still being aware of the environment around you.

Bose Frames are not waterproof. They are designed to be water-resistant, meaning they can withstand light rain and sweat but should not be submerged in water or exposed to heavy rains.

The battery life of Bose Frames typically lasts up to 3.5 hours of streaming music and up to 12 hours on standby. They recharge using a custom-designed pogo-pin charger that's included with the sunglasses.

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This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.

The reviews universally praise these innovative sunglasses for their fusion of style and functionality, offering a unique listening experience without the discomfort of traditional headphones. Users appreciate the clear sound quality, the discretion of audio delivery, and the comfort they offer, especially for those who find earbuds painful and over-ear headphones cumbersome. They're lauded for their use in outdoor activities and walking, enhancing the user's experience without isolating them from their surroundings. However, concerns about durability, battery life, and the proprietary charging cable are noted.

Pros

  • 🎶 Clear audio with great sound quality
  • 👓 Stylish look with easy-to-change frames
  • 🚶‍♂️ Ideal for active individuals and outdoor activities
  • 🔊 Allows for listening to music or podcasts without isolating from the environment
  • 🏖️ Comfortable for long wear, even for those with larger heads

Cons

  • 🔋 Short battery life of around 3-4 hours
  • 🔌 Proprietary and short charging cable
  • 🛠️ Some concerns over durability with users reporting breakdowns
  • 🎵 Lacks bass and the unique volume control method may not appeal to everyone

Should I Buy It?

If you value innovative technology that blends audio equipment with everyday wear, and you prioritize comfort and a discreet listening experience over long battery life and durability, then yes. These frames offer a unique solution for music and podcast enthusiasts who are on the move. Just consider investing in a backup charging cable and possibly an insurance policy.

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Style: Alto M/L Pattern Name: Sunglasses
They are nice and loud. Can be heard if someone is standing next to you!
Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2024 by Diana La Fountain
    • Love not having to put ear buds in and still jamming to my tunes!
Style: Alto M/L Pattern Name: Sunglasses
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The media could not be loaded. I would highly recommend this to anyone who is active likes to be outdoors and enjoys music. I feel like I’m always listening to music so finally having headphones that don’t remove me from a conversation or make me seem rude. Is everything to me. The battery life on these is about 3 1/2 hours while playing music. You can also receive phone calls on it. It takes normally about two hours to charge in the charger is proprietary so be careful not to lose it. I would recommend ordering a second one just to have a back up because like I said, nothing else will charge this device. I also like the way the frames fit on my face I’m 6 foot six 200 pound guy and would recommend the medium to large frames for anyone out there of my size and stature with a larger face. The sound quality is amazing as always, and it really is crazy to be able to have a dance party and no one else can really hear your music. There is a quiet buzz of sound when you are listening if you’re in a quiet place, but nothing that’s disruptive. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2023 by Gm2020 Gm2020
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Style: Alto M/L Pattern Name: Sunglasses
The frames themselves are great and work as a pretty decent set of sunglasses. Because of the high-end association with Bose, I expected them to have plastic that was a little more weighty, dense, or quality feeling. No real complaints about the build quality, though. With my use, the battery lasts 3-4 days with an average of 60-80 minutes of listening time each day. The charging port is proprietary so accessing a spare or asking someone else to borrow theirs isn’t as convenient. The sound is the high fidelity audio you’d expect from Bose. Really clean transmission. The bass reflex is close to being non-existent, but for this form factor and price point I'm still very pleased. With the phone volume all the way up, the shades are at a comfortable listening level. If there’s louder than average noise around, you may be struggling to hear the glasses audio. I fully expect the 2nd generation to be much better in that regard. The frames are super easy to pair and manage with the Bose Connect app. Another cool feature is the ability to turn the frames off by turning them upside down. The best feature, of course, is the look on people’s faces when you tell them to “put these on” and hearing audio is the last thing they expect from a pair of sunglasses! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2019 by Andy Russell
    • Not amazing bass, but good for privacy.
Style: Alto S/M Pattern Name: Sunglasses
Something you need to know right off the bat, these WILL NOT replace your headphones. They aren't designed to do that. What they ARE designed for, however, they do an absolutely amazing job at: Giving you crisp, clear audio while still allowing you to hear your surroundings. For such a small, small speaker, the audio quality coming out of these is simply fantastic. If their regular size falls right off your head, I'd suggest getting the S/M Alto size. They fit perfectly. Now for the pros and cons. Pros: - Lightweight. Don't feel unnaturally big. - Open-ear audio. You can still hear the world, environment, and conversations around you so long as the volume isn't turned up too high. - BUILT-IN microphone!! Compatible with Siri and Google Assistant. Seconds after the device is turned on, it's synced with blutooth and ready to use. - So long as your phone is less than 30 feet away, (the range of blutooth) you can pause and resume music, as well as accept or decline calls, all from the glasses themselves, with a single button. Cons: - One-button functionality could also be a con. The button can very easily accidentally be pressed. - A little odd figuring out how these devices turn off. You don't know if it's going in standby or being turned off entirely. Takes a while to get use to this part. - No deep-rich bass. - Audio won't be crisp if not worn exactly how sunglasses are supposed to be worn. (ie not on top of your head, pointing upwards. The audio must have a direct line into your ears to maximize the experience.) ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2019 by Steven Pascoe
    • Great Audio, Stylish, Kinda Poor Battery, Discreet, I LOVE THEM!
Style: Alto M/L Pattern Name: Sunglasses
Review Image by David Deuce David Deuce
First I'm going to use this review to dispel a couple of rumors and outright false things I've read in other reviews of this. #1. I wear these on croakies or a lanyard or whatever you want to call it and am constantly hanging them around my neck. It is true that you turn these upside down to turn them off, but they will not turn off while hanging around your neck...ever. #2 These of course have very little bass, But that's to be expected because the base comes from the ceiling of the earbud with your ear canal, it's able to produce that base like effect. With these angling speakers directly towards your ear canal if you know anything about audio there's no way to expect a high level of bass in any song whatsoever. That said, they sound amazing. 3. I can hear the outside world even when these are turned up the level 10, I do people's pools for a living and when I'm cleaning the pool and have these going, if they step outside and yell to me I hear them every single time and I'm able to easily press the button on the frame to pause the music and begin the conversation. I only have one gripe about these. If you wear them with a hat or a beanie, they will make the very top of your ear right next to where it's connected to your head feel a little bit of pain due to being pushing down on the glasses. It's just a little uncomfortable and I'm able to get through it the whole day without having to take it off because it's too painful. The battery life's kind of weak too. After about 5 or 6 hours, it dies and I have to plug it in to my carport but within 30 45 minutes I arrive at my next pool and they are at 100% and ready to go for the rest of the day. Totally worth it. Don't listen all these negative reviews. They either are making assumptions, speculating or had an anomalous experience that wouldn't be replicated in 99% of the people who buy these. I highly recommend these for ANYONE and EVERYONE who wants to enjoy their music while still ALWAYS being available to the outside world.. while being stylish AF at the same time😎 ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2021 by David Deuce David Deuce

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