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Bose QuietComfort 2 Noise-Canceling Headset

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By Kerry Kubilius, About.com

The Bottom Line
The Bose QuietComfort 2 Noise-Canceling Headset can greatly reduce the stress of a cramped, noisy flight--but you're out a significant chunk of cash if you happen to lose them during travel!
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Pros
  • Filters out low, irritating airplane noises
  • Promotes restful sleep on long flights
  • Great for playing music
  • Comfortable
Cons
  • A bit pricey at $300+ per set
  • Bulky--not easily tucked away in your pocket like ear buds
  • A nice steal for theives
Description
  • Plugs into personal music-playing devices as well as airline audio systems
  • Folds neatly into a carry pouch for storage purposes
  • Battery pack inside the headset to allow for noise filtering without audio
  • Noise-Canceling Technology
Guide Review - Bose QuietComfort 2 Noise-Canceling Headset

Traveling is stressful enough without the constant noise from other passengers, the dull roar of the engine, and the sleeplessness guaranteed to accompany a major time-zone switch. The Bose Noise-Canceling Headsets can ease the stress of traveling by filtering out unwanted noises.

Even though it is expensive as headsets go, a Bose headset is a high-quality product sure to last for a long time. If you travel frequently or just appreciate good-quality sound, the Bose headset won't let you down. However, due to its price, it's best to leave it locked in a suitcase when not in use.

It's true--a Bose headset is huge. But it is surprisingly comfortable and light weight. The size also improves its durability--no delicate adjusting parts on this headset!

One of the nicest aspects of the Bose headset is its ability to filter out the noise of the airplane and other travelers without having to be plugged in. It has a battery pack inside the headset itself, which means you can put the headset on, flip the switch to initiate noise-cancellation, and sleep through the duration of your flight without risk of being woken by other passengers.

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