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Beats Studio3 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over Ear Headphones Review
Beats Studio3 wireless noise cancelling over ear headphones provide a comfortable fit as well as premium sound and audio quality. They also feature excellent quality noise cancelling and battery life. They work with iOS and Android devices and are simple to connect to.
The headphones come with Apple's W1 chip which makes them much easier to connect and switch between Apple devices. This is a huge benefit for Apple users.
Sound
The Beats Studio3 Wireless headphones are a bit of a departure from the original model. The headphones are lighter and more comfortable with sleeker design and Pure Adaptive noise cancellation that blocks out low frequency noise to help you focus. The headphones have additional features, including an integrated microphone that allows them to be used for phone calls.
As you would expect from a pair of Beats the sound is solid. Although Beats headphones have a reputation as being too bassy, they're not. The Studio3s have a balanced sound with crisp vocals and precise instruments.
The Studio2 Wireless are not as great as high-end cans from Bose however, they're far superior. Active noise cancellation (ANC) is fantastic for reducing background noises, isn't perfect. For instance it's not as effective in removing the drone of a plane as true ANC headphones, and you will hear low-mid frequencies even when ANC is turned off.
The Studio3s can be controlled using a a central button located behind the Beats logo on the left ear cup. One press plays and pauses your music. Double and triple presses skip tracks and return to the previous track. The button is surrounded by volume controls encased in a the ring of plastic.
If you're in the Apple ecosystem These headphones will connect with your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad automatically and link to iCloud devices. You can use them with other Bluetooth devices and switch between them with no audio-visual delay. The Bluetooth connection is reliable, with excellent range and no drops.
The Studio3s have an impressive battery life of up to 22 hours. You can listen for as long as 22 hours with ANC and wireless which is more than twice as long as the playtime of the previous model. You can connect the 3.5mm plug to listen even after the battery has run out.
Design
The Beats Studio3 Wireless headphones look like they did three years ago, but are loaded with the latest technology. Apple's W1 chip allows effortless pairing and switching between iOS devices like an iPhone or iPad. The headphones are also quick charging. 10 minutes of power will give 3 hours of playback.
The headphones feature an over-ear design that rests comfortably around the ears. They're available in Shadow Gray, Porcelain Rose, Matte Black, White and Blue. The earcups of the headset are padded with soft cushions with a rubbery feel. This may not be everyone's choice, but they are comfortable to wear for long periods. The headband is more snug, which makes for a great seal however, it's also padded and soft.
A small button on the left outer ear cup controls the basic functions, such as accepting calls and playing music. The buttons above and below the Beats logo alter the volume, while double tapping can advance songs or change tracks. The headset features a small button with multiple functions at the bottom, which can be used to turn off or on the headphones, or activate ANC with two quick taps, and then put them into pairing mode. The headset also comes with an audio cable that has an audio remote that can be used to take calls from non-wireless devices.
Pure ANC is a modified version of the noise cancellation found on Beats headphones that claim to reduce distortion in noisy environments such as trains that are crowded or a busy office. We tested the feature using the mix of music from different genres and it was capable of reducing distracting sounds to a soft whooshing that didn't bother the ears. However, we found that the sound of cars passing by did not disappear, and the reverberation from the subway tunnel was still evident.
Overall the Beats Studio3 wireless headphones are a great pair of headphones for those who are in a loud environment and wish to shield their music from the surrounding noise. They're also very lightweight, with a snug fit that feels comfy after long periods of wear.
Battery life
The Beats Studio3 Wireless headphones are powered by two high-efficiency lithium batteries that promise 22 hours of battery life with active noise cancellation shut off. This is an acceptable amount of time however not as much than the Bose QuietComfort 35 II and Sony WH1000XM2.
Apple's W1 Bluetooth chip is used in the Beats Studio3 Wireless. That means they pair and connect faster than many wireless headphones. They're also able to maintain their exceptional range and can be used far away from your smartphone without the signal dropping. That's a huge benefit for anyone planning to travel with headphones.
These Beats headphones come with a durable protective case and the cable is equipped with an 3.5mm input to allow listening to music on non-wireless devices. The case folds down flat, and the cable is equipped with a built-in microphone and remote that can be used to take calls.
The "b" logo is a multi-function button located on the left ear cup. A single press will pause or play music, while a double-press will skip to the next track. A triple-press will bring you back to the previous song. In addition you can press this button to open the smart assistant of your phone.
The right earcup houses the power button as well as five LED indicators which let you know what battery life is left. The lights aren't quite as bright as those on Bose models with ANC however they provide a rough estimate of how much power remains. If the active noise cancellation is not turned on pressing the power button will activate it.
The Beats Studio3 Wireless headphone's design is designed to be optimized for iOS devices. over the ear noise cancelling headphones limits their usability on other platforms, and makes the remote control integrated in the cord ineffective. They can be connected to Android phones however, you'll need to install an app from a third party to manage them. Apple's hard optimization could be a challenge for some users, specifically those who plan to use the headphones with multiple devices. Beats may come out with an updated model in the near future, which is compatible with other platforms.
Controls
The Studio3 Wireless headphones are equipped with a variety of controls. In contrast to other Beats headphones most of them are on the left (apart from an power button to the right). The 'b' logo is located on the left earcup. By pressing it once, you can play or pause the music. Pressing it twice will skip to the next track and three times will bring you to a previous track. You can also hold the logo and turn on the phone's intelligent assistant.
Besides playing music In addition to playing music, the Beats Studio3 Wireless headphones also can be used as a superb noise cancelling pair. The Beats Studio3 Wireless headphones use a microphone in each ear cup that constantly monitors the surrounding environment. Thanks to Apple's W1 chip and Beats audio processing, the adaptive noise cancellation is always on. The headphones can even adjust to your personal preferences and fix leakage caused by hair, glasses and different ear shapes.
When you are not using your headphones they can be folded and keep them in a convenient case that also serves as an display. The case is very sturdy and comes with a cushioned carry case to allow it to be easily tucked into your bag when you're on the go.
You can connect the Beats Studio3 Wireless headphones to your device using Bluetooth, which is simple to install. They feature class 1 Bluetooth connectivity and will pair seamlessly with your iPhone, iPad, Mac or any other device that can support it. If you have to connect them to something that does not support Bluetooth there's an 3.5mm input on the left side of the ear cup.
The Beats Studio3 Wireless headphones offer outstanding sound quality in an elegant and comfortable design. They come with Pure Adaptive Noise Cancellation and come with a set of multi-functional 'b' button controls that you can use to take and accept calls, choose tracks, control volume and voice activation. They're available in a vast variety of colors and can be bought on the internet or at any Beats retailer. For the price of these headphones there are other ANC alternatives available on the market, including the Bose QuietComfort 35.