Bose Frames: Get to know the best audio glasses on the market.

Bose Frames are attractive glasses. In addition, they function as wireless headphones, without the need for cups or a bone conduction system. They are the ideal solution if you want to leave your headphones at home on a sunny day.

They are comfortable and fun to wear. By using Bose Frames you can listen to your favorite music or podcasts while keeping your ears and head free from any headphone-related fatigue.

Bose Frames Tempo, Tenor and Soprano glasses are the latest models to be launched by the company. They cost a little more than the Bose Frames Alto and Rondo, but are much better in terms of performance.

The Bose Frames Tempo are the sporty model, while the Tenor and Soprano have a more traditional style, similar to the Ray Ban used by Federico Fellini. In this review, we tell you the differences between the three versions, all their features, pros and cons.

Design

Bose Frames are attractive glasses and wireless headphones that don't need to go in your ears. They integrate small speakers in each arm that deliver sound to your ears.

The design is attractive for those who do not like to wear headphones, and a good option to improve the safety of athletes in open spaces. They also allow you to listen to audio without anyone knowing you are doing so, which can be useful in certain situations.

The three new models of the Bose Frames glasses sound better than we expected. The Bose Frames Tempo are the best model of the three, and so we'll talk a bit more about them.

Bose Frames Tenor and Bose Frames Soprano are designed to look like standard glasses. The design is more attractive than the original Alto and Rondo. They also have a better finish.

In testing them, the Bose Frames Tenor fit better on our face than the Soprano. Bose Frames Soprano are designed primarily for women who like large glasses.

The Tempo fit securely and feel comfortable. They are unisex, and look good on both men's and women's heads. They are a little big however, and when testing them they moved a little, but they come with different sized nose pads to ensure a good fit.

All three models have additional and optional lenses, beyond the polarized lenses that come with the glasses. The build quality is quite decent, although not as good as Ray Ban or other established eyewear. On the other hand, you can order prescription lenses in case you need them.

Functions

The three new models of the Bose Frames offer improved call performance. The system was replaced by microphones that block wind, noise and other conversations. The hardware and software was also upgraded so that personal assistants, such as Google or Siri, understand you better.

The originals were good for making calls, but the new Bose Frames are better. They are a bit difficult to use in very noisy environments due to the open design, but when testing them we were able to hear voices well and other people heard us clearly with little ambient noise.

On the right arm, there is an integrated control that you can use to make calls or access your personal assistant. When playing music, you can pause the audio, fast forward and rewind songs, and turn the volume up or down. It's a very easy to use control, which we appreciate.

To turn on the Bose Frames Tempo, Tenor or Soprano glasses, you only need to press and hold the button for a few seconds. You can also lay them face down and they will automatically turn off in two seconds. You can disable this function, but we find it convenient.

Autonomy and charging system

The Tenor and Soprano work with a unique Bose USB charger, while the Bose Frames Tempo use standard USB-C. The total charging process takes approximately 1 hour. The autonomy of the Tempo reaches eight hours at medium volumes, that of the Tenor and Soprano 5.5 hours.

Connectivity and specifications

The sports model has better specifications. The Bose Frames Soprano and Tenor feature 16mm drivers, while the Bose Frames Tempo have 22mm drivers. According to Bose, the Tempo's sound is deeper and more powerful, loud enough for cycling at high speeds.

They are also resistant to sweat, water splashes, dust, scratches, and fit well under any protective helmet. On the other hand, the Bluetooth 5.1 connection remains stable, even at a distance of nine meters from the audio source.

Performance

Describing the sound is a bit complicated. They are nothing like the wireless headphones we have tested. Basically, Bose Frames are small speakers that deliver audio directly to your ears. One thing to note: the sound is much better than that offered by previous versions.

We perceive a surprising separation between vocals and instruments. The Bose Frames Tempo offer a clear and very well balanced profile. Bass response is better than the previous ones, but they do not compare to the best In Ear headphones. That said, bass no longer sounds anemic, a big improvement over the first generation Bose Frames.

They let sound escape, but this is cancelled out by ambient noise. However, if you are indoors and use full volume, people nearby will notice that you are listening to music.

The new models sound more powerful than the original Alto and Rondo. Likewise, the music is perceived as richer and fuller. They may distort a bit at high volumes and the bass is not as punchy as that offered by Bluetooth or sports headphones, but the sound is better than what you can get from bone conduction headphones.

What do we like about the Bose Frames Tempo, Tenor and Soprano?

They are attractive and modern glasses, with a good build quality. Bose Frames are comfortable and come with accessories to ensure a perfect fit for any user. Connectivity works flawlessly and the best part: they sound pretty good.

What don't we like about them?

They are expensive, and leak sound due to their open design. They don't sound as good or offer as much bass as the headphones, although the audio is quite a bit better than previous models.

Conclusion on Bose Frames

They are a good product They don't sound as good as the QuietComfort Earbuds, but the audio is quite a bit better than previous generations and the call quality is remarkable.

They are the best audio glasses on the market. They look attractive, are robust and perfect for any user who doesn't want to use wireless headsets. Interested? Follow these links to find the best price on the Bose Frames Tempo, Tenor and Soprano.

Bose Frames reviews

The Tempo's have a 4.6 out of 5 star rating on Amazon and most agree that they are the best sound glasses on the market. Below we have copied a few reviews so that you can be guided by their users.

• Loves To Read: “Excellent sound, build quality, comfortable and sturdy. However, capabilities for personal assistants are limited.”
• Mike W: “I love these glasses. I've been looking for something like this for years and found the best ones. They don't sound as good as the Bose QuietComfort, but they are perfect for working out.”
• Panamaniac: “Best buy. The second generation of the glasses is better in every way. The sound and lenses are great.”