Bose Frames Alto Wireless Audio Sunglasses/Earphones with Integrated microphone, Black

The future is bright, you will need shades they say. What if that comes with goodness of Bose speakers? thats the Bose Frames Alto wireless audio sunglass for you! This ergonomically designed, lightweight classic angular shape audio sunglasses, can be worn comfortably even for long hours. It comes with a carry bag making it convenient to carry this sunglass in bag or handbag while heading for work, walks, runs, jog, riding, driving or travelling without any worry of it getting damaged. Built with stainless steel hinge plated in gold, its scratch and shatter-resistant lenses and the transparent frame adds a premium look to the frame. This Frame not just lets you groove to your favourite soundtracks but also protects you from the harsh summer sun as it has 99 per cent UVA/UVB protection. Its open-ear design lets you interact with the world around you, while discreetly listening to music. The miniaturised Bose speaker is precisely positioned to direct sound at you and produces rich, immersive sound for you, while others hear practically nothing. The gesture control feature in this sunglass is one of its distinctive features. To adjust the volume, just press and hold the volume button and turn your head toward the right to increase the volume or left to decrease it. This eye gear is compatible with smartphones, tablets, iPad, laptop and PC. To seamlessly connect this eyewear with any of these devices, download the Bose Connect app from Google Play Store or App Store. The voice prompt guides you through the connectivity process via Bluetooth. This Bose Frame can track the last eight devices that have been paired and connected. With a Bluetooth range of 9-meters, it lets you answer calls with ease even when your phone is not handy as the voice prompt announces incoming callers and calls status. In addition to this, it supports voice commands. Press the multi-functional button to activate this feature. Once activated, ask Siri or Google voice assistant anything without touching your phone, for instance, as iOS user ask Siri, "Hey Siri, read my messages" or if you're an Android phone user, and want to know today's headlines while commuting then just say, "Hey Google, read the latest news headlines." This wireless audio sunglass is integrated with Bose AR, first-of-its-kind audio augmented reality feature. The device has motion sensors embedded inside which can detect your head orientation and body movement while you wear it. The Bose AR-enhanced apps use this information along with location data from your mobile device to offer you audio content tailored to where you are and what you’re doing. Each time the Frame is switched on, the voice prompt announces the battery level, for instance, when the battery is low, you’ll hear: “Battery low, please charge now. This audio sunglass uses a rechargeable battery which in typical usage, lasts up to 12 hours on standby or up to 3.5 hours of streaming music playback. The device takes up to 2-hours to charge fully.

Changing Bose Lenses: Bose Frames Alto (earphone)

Unboxing + Setup: Bose Frames Alto (earphone)

Do Bose Frames  have UVA/B protection?

Yes. Bose Frames are 99% UVA/UVB protected.

Are Bose Frames water and/or sweat resistant?

No. Frames have protection against dripping water (IPX2 rating). They are not meant to be submerged under water, such as use during swimming or other water sports.

Are Bose Frames polarised?

No.

Can I use Bose Frames to make phone calls?

Yes. A call can be answered and ended by pressing the multi-function button.

What are the audio connection options for Bose Frames?

Bose Frames support industry-standard Bluetooth A2DP and Bluetooth HFP for phone calls.

Do Bose Frames support Wi-Fi or WiDi?

No. The wireless connection for Bose Frames is Bluetooth only.

What is the range of the Bluetooth performance of Bose Frames?

The Bluetooth connection for Bose Frames is capable of stable operation at up to 9 m (30 ft). Performance can be affected by obstacles such as walls or metal, interference from Wi-Fi or other wireless devices and device manufacturers’ Bluetooth implementations.

How many devices can pair with Bose Frames at once? What happens if I have several Bluetooth-enabled devices in my house?

Bose Frames keep track of the last eight devices to have paired and connected with them, dropping the least recently used when a new one is paired.
When in Bluetooth mode, Bose Frames search for and connect to the most recently connected active Bluetooth-enabled device. If that device is unavailable, Bose Frames will attempt the next most recently connected device.
If you wish to connect to another device, even one previously paired, you must power off Bose Frames by flipping them upside down for two seconds. Then, press and hold the button on the right temple until you hear “Ready to connect” and the status light slowly blinks white.

What apps work with Bose Frames?

Since Bose Frames use Bluetooth connectivity, you can access any app that’s on your mobile device. Some examples include:

• Music services like Spotify and Apple Music
• Voice communication apps like Skype and WhatsApp
• Navigation apps like Google Maps or Waze
• Eventually with Bose AR, fitness, gaming and travel apps

Are Bose Frames enabled with Bose AR?

Yes. Bose Frames will receive over-the-air updates via the Bose Connect app. Software updates will unlock new features as they become available, such as new Bose AR experiences created by third-party developers—coming soon.

What is Bose AR?

Bose AR is the world’s first audio augmented reality platform that will enable customers to seamlessly enhance moments in their everyday life with audio.
From a technology perspective, the platform consists of truly aware audio devices that allow you to enjoy your digital audio alongside your real-world environment, a robust collection of sensors that enable a new heads-up, hands-free user interface, and developer libraries that enable partners to create new audio experiences in areas such as music, gaming, fitness, travel and communications.
A number of third-party developers are actively developing experiences for Bose AR-enabled devices such as Bose Frames. More information coming soon.

What is the battery performance of Bose Frames?

Battery performance varies with the content played and the volume at which it is played. In typical usage, the Bose Frames battery lasts up to 12 hours on standby or up to 3.5 hours of streaming music playback.

What is the purpose of the multi-function button?

When in audio playback mode, the multi-function button allows you to play (single press), pause (single press), track forwards (double press) and track backwards (triple press).
When there is an incoming call, pressing the multi-function button will answer the call and pressing and holding it will reject the call. During an active call, pressing the button will end the call.
To trigger the voice assistant, press and hold the multi-function button to access Siri on an iOS device or the Google Assistant on an Android device.
The button is also used to power off Bose Frames. Simply double press and hold the button to turn off the device.