Bose - SoundWear Companion Wireless Wearable Speaker - Black

Name: Bose - SoundWear Companion Wireless Wearable Speaker - Black
Brand: Bose
SKU: 5892606
Rating: 4.7 (809 reviews)

Model: 771420-0010

SKU: 5892606

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Key Specs
- Speakerphone: true
- Wireless: true
- Rechargeable: true
- USB Device Charging: false
General
- Product Name: SoundWear Companion Wireless Wearable Speaker
- Brand: Bose
- Model Number: 771420-0010
Audio
- High Resolution Audio: false (Hear music the way musicians and sound technicians intended it to be heard. Products that support hi-res audio deliver audio signals with a dynamic range and bandwidth far greater than that of a standard CD so you'll be able to enjoy pure music with outstanding sound quality. The device supports high-resolution audio signals, which more closely resemble the quality of music as it was originally recorded, with more texture and detail than can be heard via typical music streaming services or CDs.)
- Radio Tuner: false
Voice
- Speakerphone: true
Connectivity
- Wireless: true
- Headphone Jack: false (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
- Auxiliary Input: false
Features
- Controls: Volume up, Volume down, Multi-function button and Bluetooth button, Power button
- Remote Control Included: false
- Digital Display: false
- Light Type: false
- Clip-on: false
Power
- Rechargeable: true
- USB Device Charging: false
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: 1 Year
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: 1 Year
Other
- UPC: 017817744171

Wearable and comfortable, with deep, clear sound. The SoundWear Companion speaker is designed to keep you connected to your music, calls, and the world around you. It's packed with technologies that give you immersive experience while limiting what others can hear. Use it for clear, natural-sounding phone calls, or accessing your phone's Siri or your Google Assistant. Up to 12 hours per charge.

Whats Included

Black cover included
Bose SoundWear Companion Wireless Wearable Speaker
USB cable

Product Manuals

User Manual

Q: how do i bluetooth connect my bose soundwear to my vizio TV?

A: Hi BobCP, thank you for the great question. If your TV does not have Bluetooth capabilities built in, you would want to look for a 3rd party Bluetooth transmitter to connect to your TV so the SoundWear Companion has a component to connect and receive audio from. Regards, Joel - Bose Support

Q: I have a Bose acoustimass module that is connected to my tv. Will the Bose soundwear companion work with my tv?

A: Hi, That's a great question. The SoundWear companion in engineered to be used with Bluetooth. So as long as your TV has Bluetooth you should be able to use it without issue. If you have any further questions or concerns, please feel free to contact our Support Line at 1800-379-2073. We're open Mon-Fri, 9 AM - 8 PM EST.

Q: Does it support aptx-LL??? What version of Bluetooth is used? I can't find that info anywhere...

A: Hi bryanw, thank you for your interest in the SoundWear Companion Wireless Wearable speaker. The product is not engineered with AptX Low Latency technology. The speaker uses Bluetooth version 4.2. Hope this helps! Jesse - Bose Support

Q: Will people near you while playing music hear the music also?

A: Not very well. That's the beauty of them. You don't have to have something stuck in your ear while you are at work. And you can hear the stuff really well, but it does not affect your room mate if you share an office.

Q: Won't the people around you get disturbed if I wanna hear the music quite loud ? Does it take care of that ?

A: Yes,if you turn up the volume the music will fill the room. I have used it as a stand alone speaker. But. You can listen to music at lower levels without disturbing others.

Q: I really want these for TV especially movies. can you suggest a Bluetooth transmitter for my Sony bravia tv? The one I have now uses the low latency technology and isn’t working properly. It plays but I cannot change the sound. I am loving them for music

A: I have these two and I have no problem with these. I hope this help.

Q: I connected the Soundwear to my Samsung TV and the volume controls will not adjust the volume up or down. Is there a fix to this problem as the Soundwear is useless if this cannot be resolved.

A: Hello, Thomas. The Soundwear Companion requires support for the AVCRP profile to control volume from the speaker. If your TV does not support the profile then the volume will be fixed and unable to be adjusted. If you have any additional questions, please feel free to reach out to our Support in your region https://bose.life/2JpX9Pz. Have a wonderful day. Ashley - Bose Support

Q: Has this been tested while riding a motorcycle? Will wind noise cancel out the sound? Thanks

A: You will not hear this on a motorcycle unless you run a half helmet and go 30mph max. I ride on my bicycle with it though and enjoy it.

Customers are saying

Customers frequently mention the SoundWear Companion's excellent sound quality, comfort, and long battery life as significant advantages. Many also appreciate its lightweight design and ease of Bluetooth pairing. However, some find the speaker a bit bulky and the price somewhat high. A few users also noted concerns about the charging process and lack of privacy in certain situations.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great Versatile Speaker
This speaker is great and does not disappoint. It definitely produces the sound quality Bose is known for. The maximum sound output can be heard from another room. While you can definitely wear this around your neck; I often lay it on my desk while working and it acts as a desk speaker. You're able to adjust the volume for any level of sound. The volume controls are easily accessible for one touch operation. In my opinion the speaker is not heavy when worn on your neck. The call quality during calls isn't as loud compared to the music output. The speaker easily connects to an iPhone, but the call quality is staticky sometimes. During calls the other person will indicate they can't hear me well, or it sounds like I'm far away, but the speaker is around my neck. Another con with this speaker is the optional protection plan. I purchases the protection plan at about $60 which I'm glad I did. I definitely had to use it because the call quality continued to be a pain. Best Buy happily replaced the speaker and it was shipped to me. Be ware that once you use the warranty you have to repurchase the optional warranty again for the new speaker at the same price. FYI...The manufacturer will replace the speaker within the 1st year of purchase for free. So I would suggest using the manufacture's warranty, then utilize the Geek protection later if needed. For the price of the speaker I wish that Bose would provide a case for storage. I did find a very nice case for it on Amazon. Overall the speaker is a great investment; its allows you to have a Bose on the go!
Posted 5 years ago by FirstLady
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Simply love this set of collar speakers.
I have a hearing loss do to age, I am an octogenarian +3, that puts me at 83 and counting. Being a veteran I have a new set of ReSound hearing aids, that can stream music straight to the hearing aids, or listen with the WWs (Wireless Wearables). When I listen to my classical music with my ReSound Aids and WWs, I get a connected to the setting I’m in. However in the same setting I can tune out the group and stream straight to ReSound. With ReSound, Bose, and Apple I have the best of both worlds. I truly love my SoundWear companions. Thank you Best Buy.
Posted 6 years ago by BollieT
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
A new twist on the neckband headphones
The Bose SoundWear Companion Speaker is something completely different than your typical neckband headphones as it aims to appeal to those who want to truly be "wireless" without the awkward wired earbuds from the neckbands, yet get quality sound combined with wearable convenience. Bose is synonymous with high-quality sound and innovation, so the SoundWear Companion Speaker is the newest iteration of this expectation. It is clean, sleek, and minimal right out of the box, and impressive to look at. I found that the setup was not as sleek as it required you to download a specific Bose app to support the device after a quick pairing with my iPhone. The app, even on wifi took approximately 5 minutes to download and install despite only being 93.2 MB. I felt this was odd. After pairing and downloading the app, the SoundWear finally began to function. It is a very different experience than one might think. The sound comes from the neckband with nothing physically in your ears. The sound quality was excellent, but unless I was on the lowest volume setting, everyone around me could hear the music and cell phone conversations. Privacy is a concern! I also found the design to be great for my wife, but not so great for me being a bigger guy. For her, the SoundWear fit perfectly and stayed in place while she used it, but for me, I found the no matter how much I adjusted the band (flexible and shapable) to a tighter fit for my neck, when walking or actively moving about, it always seemed to be falling backwards and I found I was often readjusting it to keep it from falling off my shoulders. I also found the cover of the SoundWear catching/snagging on my 5 o'clock shadow stubble often and I am concerned about how long the cover will hold up to this over time. PROS - Innovative Design, First of its kind - Sound Quality is amazing as we can come to expect from Bose - Perfect for a home office or micro business setting where computer work consumes a majority of your day - Bluetooth and handsfree phone and music playback - Useful while driving for handsfree phone calls - The construction is solid and feels rugged - Charging is fast a reliable (micro USB) - Battery life seems to last well over 12 hours per charge CONS - The practicality of this product is limited - Does not seem useful for any workout or physical activities - The design may not meet the physical differences of all individuals depending on their size - The control buttons take some getting used to and are not where I would immediately expect them to have been based on other neckband products. - Privacy is at a minimum with this device While I have some concerns over this product, I would still recommend it to many of my work and class colleagues as it would be perfect for their needs working in front of the computer or driving between business stops.
Posted 8 years ago by IronHorseGPS