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BOSE QuietComfort QC35 II

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    #212
    galvo_clare
    Registered Users Posts: 668 ✭✭✭galvo_clare


    Captain Red Beard wrote: »
    Not available anywhere.

    Yes, they are. Just order for delivery to whichever Argos is nearest to you and they're available in a few days.
    At least that's what my order says. Hope I don't now get a cancellation.


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    #213
    TitianGerm
    Registered Users Posts: 27,798 ✭✭✭✭TitianGerm


    galvo_clare wrote: »
    Yes, they are. Just order for delivery to whichever Argos is nearest to you and they're available in a few days.
    At least that's what my order says. Hope I don't now get a cancellation.

    If you try order now it throws up an out of stock message and you don't get a reservation number.


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    #214
    galvo_clare
    Registered Users Posts: 668 ✭✭✭galvo_clare


    TitianGerm wrote: »
    If you try order now it throws up an out of stock message and you don't get a reservation number.

    Ah. I ordered mine a few days ago. Due in on Wednesday so we'll see.


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    #215
    adam88
    Registered Users Posts: 1,599 ✭✭✭adam88


    ch750536 wrote: »
    Remember that your contract is with the retailer. You have up to 6 yrs cover on electronics so the options are repair, replace, refund. It's up to you and the retailer to come to an agreement depending on age. Used this plenty of times and always happy with the outcome.

    Ive heard of this 6 year rule thing before. Any link explaining it more


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    #216
    ejmaztec
    Registered Users Posts: 23,974 ✭✭✭✭ejmaztec


    adam88 wrote: »
    Ive heard of this 6 year rule thing before. Any link explaining it more

    This is fresh in my memory because I had reason to send this link to someone on Viber a couple of hours ago :)

    https://www.eccireland.ie/ecc-ireland-issues-advisory-on-consumer-warranties-and-statutory-rights/


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    #217
    godtabh
    Moderators, Science, Health & Environment Moderators Posts: 23,204 Mod ✭✭✭✭godtabh


    galvo_clare wrote: »
    Ah. I ordered mine a few days ago. Due in on Wednesday so we'll see.

    I ordered last night. Due on Friday


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    #218
    galvo_clare
    Registered Users Posts: 668 ✭✭✭galvo_clare


    galvo_clare wrote: »
    Ah. I ordered mine a few days ago. Due in on Wednesday so we'll see.

    Well, I picked them up today. No problems. Best price I've seen on them and the dark blue colour isn't bad.


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    #219
    coach22
    Registered Users Posts: 518 ✭✭✭coach22


    Alanstrainor wrote: »
    2 things worth noting here. The Bose 700 NC headphones are out now, so I'd expect prices of the QC35 line to come down. And more concerning is that there's reports that the latest firmware on the QC35II reduced the effectiveness of the noise cancelling. Some are saying that this is to force people to upgrade.

    Just worth keeping in mind.

    I got these lately with Argos and noticed the noise canceling isn't as good after updating. Bose are offering to replace them for me. Just wondering if anyone has done this and is it worth it to get back on the older firmware?


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    #220
    pedatron
    Registered Users Posts: 858 ✭✭✭pedatron


    coach22 wrote: »
    I got these lately with Argos and noticed the noise canceling isn't as good after updating. Bose are offering to replace them for me. Just wondering if anyone has done this and is it worth it to get back on the older firmware?

    Caught wind of this on Reddit and uninstalled the Bose app on my phone to stop them being updated. Headphones work fine without the app for me but some definite dodgy business from Bose downgrading the ability of the headphones! Think there is a way to get the previous firmware on the headphones if you look it up!


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    #221
    coach22
    Registered Users Posts: 518 ✭✭✭coach22


    I think il try the replacement. They only have black or silver colour available. Hopefully they come with an older firmware version that has better noise canceling.

    I know I'm probably being picky but the difference in noise canceling is definitely not as good since upgrading.


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    #222
    4motion
    Closed Accounts Posts: 181 ✭✭4motion


    coach22 wrote: »
    I got these lately with Argos and noticed the noise canceling isn't as good after updating. Bose are offering to replace them for me. Just wondering if anyone has done this and is it worth it to get back on the older firmware?


    How did u contact them?


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    #223
    TitianGerm
    Registered Users Posts: 27,798 ✭✭✭✭TitianGerm


    Is there much of a difference? I clicked on the update when I was setting them up so didn't even get to hear the original quality?


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    #224
    coach22
    Registered Users Posts: 518 ✭✭✭coach22


    4motion wrote: »
    How did u contact them?

    Through a WhatsApp link on the Bose support website


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    #225
    coach22
    Registered Users Posts: 518 ✭✭✭coach22


    TitianGerm wrote: »
    Is there much of a difference? I clicked on the update when I was setting them up so didn't even get to hear the original quality?

    The difference was mainly noticeable when I had the ANC on bit didn't have music turned on. On the old firmware it was blocking out much more noise. When you turn the music on its hard to tell a difference but I think listening to podcast's etc. Would be much better on the old firmware

    My main issue with the replacement is I'm not sure what firmware it will come with so could be a waste if time


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    #226
    TitianGerm
    Registered Users Posts: 27,798 ✭✭✭✭TitianGerm


    coach22 wrote: »
    The difference was mainly noticeable when I had the ANC on bit didn't have music turned on. On the old firmware it was blocking out much more noise. When you turn the music on its hard to tell a difference but I think listening to podcast's etc. Would be much better on the old firmware

    My main issue with the replacement is I'm not sure what firmware it will come with so could be a waste if time

    Ah I should be ok then as I only wear mine when I'm listening to something.


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    #227
    killbillvol2
    Registered Users Posts: 5,178 ✭✭✭killbillvol2


    There was a similar issue with a firmware update on the original QC35s a few years ago. They fixed it in the next update.


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    #228
    keano25
    Registered Users Posts: 1,832 ✭✭✭keano25


    Very surprised these haven't dropped in price.

    The 700s are cheaper here then the 35s are in most places....

    https://www.eglobalcentral.eu/rvr2aas7bsic0kh6tfpsylfdi6czglk1m.html?gclid=CjwKCAiA98TxBRBtEiwAVRLqu1xcn0Qa2_9f1wjl9SVHY0tnhCAV46ky1vc4hAZoXfbC5C8AppVv5RoC1TAQAvD_BwE


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    #229
    carq
    Registered Users Posts: 861 ✭✭✭carq


    Anyone notice bad battery degradation in their QC35's ?
    i have min about 2 years and notice the battery life has fallen off a cliff compared to the first year of use.


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    #230
    morchgally
    Registered Users Posts: 43 ✭morchgally


    Sorry to hijack here but wanted to ask if anyone has had issues connecting the QC-35's to Windows 10 and if so were you able to resolve it?

    I have tried a couple of different guides online without any success..


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    #231
    rom
    Registered Users Posts: 5,135 ✭✭✭rom


    morchgally wrote: »
    Sorry to hijack here but wanted to ask if anyone has had issues connecting the QC-35's to Windows 10 and if so were you able to resolve it?

    I have tried a couple of different guides online without any success..

    It's a know issue. Never got it to work other than headphone and not headset.


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    #232
    morchgally
    Registered Users Posts: 43 ✭morchgally


    rom wrote: »
    It's a know issue. Never got it to work other than headphone and not headset.

    Thanks Rom. I was able to get it to work by uninstalling the bluetooth drivers on Windows and reinstalling them. That being said, when the microphone is in use there is a very annoying white noise/static present so I reverted back to using my old USB headset for calls. They work well for music but would rather have both music and mic on the one unit. From my research it has something to do with the Low energy bluetooth (LE) that the Bose QC35 uses which Windows struggle to connect with.


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    #233
    bennyob
    Registered Users Posts: 689 ✭✭✭bennyob


    ...ignore


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    #234
    ablelocks
    Registered Users Posts: 4,682 ✭✭✭ablelocks


    morchgally wrote: »
    Thanks Rom. I was able to get it to work by uninstalling the bluetooth drivers on Windows and reinstalling them. That being said, when the microphone is in use there is a very annoying white noise/static present so I reverted back to using my old USB headset for calls. They work well for music but would rather have both music and mic on the one unit. From my research it has something to do with the Low energy bluetooth (LE) that the Bose QC35 uses which Windows struggle to connect with.

    similar issues with Bose 700's and from my ltd research neither Bose or Microsoft are doing anything to sort it out.

    on MS teams, i have to use the surface mic to speak and the headphones to listen. if i try to use the headphones mic, i can't hear.

    so much for the convenience of one headset for multiple devices across applications.


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    #235
    Anjunadeep
    Registered Users Posts: 221 ✭✭Anjunadeep


    unbelievable that such a fundamental flaw has been outstanding so long.
    I'm in the market for a new pair of headphones.. I was thinking these or the Sony 1000Xm3.
    Guess it has to be the Sonys then?


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    #236
    rom
    Registered Users Posts: 5,135 ✭✭✭rom


    So mine are getting oldish now. I was thinking about getting the Sony as they are looking bad. Until I did a bit of research that you can get replacement cushions and ear pads on amazon for under 10 pounds. Just search for "bose qc35 cushions" on amazon. It is actually recommended that you change them yearly. Mine no longer smell like wax. Yes I wear them way too much.


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    #237
    tony1980
    Registered Users Posts: 1,607 ✭✭✭tony1980


    rom wrote: »
    So mine are getting oldish now. I was thinking about getting the Sony as they are looking bad. Until I did a bit of research that you can get replacement cushions and ear pads on amazon for under 10 pounds. Just search for "bose qc35 cushions" on amazon. It is actually recommended that you change them yearly. Mine no longer smell like wax. Yes I wear them way too much.

    Fantastic, mine are badly due to be replaced :pac:


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    #238
    s8n
    Registered Users Posts: 3,832 ✭✭✭s8n


    thanks for the heads up on replacement pads


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    #239
    bot43
    Registered Users Posts: 778 ✭✭✭bot43


    These are on Amazon Germany for €220 and the 700s are €280. Both good prices I think.

    I think the 700s are a bit ugly but their spec seems great.

    In short - do you need a vpn to shop on Amazon.de?


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    #240
    Irishweather2
    Registered Users Posts: 28 ✭Irishweather2


    bot43 wrote: »
    These are on Amazon Germany for €220 and the 700s are €280. Both good prices I think.

    I think the 700s are a bit ugly but their spec seems great.

    In short - do you need a vpn to shop on Amazon.de?

    No VPN required! Ordered my Galaxy S9+ from Amazon.de 2 years ago with no issues.


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    #241
    sweetie
    Registered Users Posts: 9,791 ✭✭✭sweetie


    £179 on currys.co.uk (not reduced on currys .ie unfortunately)


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