

The Bluetooth connection to a variety of devices including an iPhone 11 Pro, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and Microsoft Surface Pro 6 was rock solid. You can pair your headphones using the app – it will show battery level when you turn them on in a little on-screen pop-up and manage various settings. The Beats app on Android also provides some of the same functionality. It enables instant-pairing and multi-device switching with all Apple-made smartphones, tablets and computers, plus hands-free “Hey Siri” support for the firm’s voice assistant and audio sharing on iPhones and iPads. Photograph: Samuel Gibbs/The GuardianĪpple’s H1 wireless chip handles Bluetooth connectivity, the same system built into PowerBeats Pro, AirPods 2 and AirPods Pro. The big Beats disc handles playback and volume controls. SpecificationsĬonnectivity: Apple H1 chip, Bluetooth 5.0, Lightning chargingīattery life: 22 hours ANC on, 40 hours ANC off They ship with a soft recycled-felt case for protection but they feel robust enough to just toss in a bag. The arms fold into thirds to collapse down but the thick ear cups means they do not get quite as small as I would like for travelling. Over-ear headphones are definitely best for extended listening sessions but the Solo Pro stayed comfortable for up to a couple of hours before my ears needed a break.Īt 267g, the Solo Pro are about mid-weight for headphones. The ear cups articulate to fit as flat and as firmly on your ears as possible, while the metal arms slide into the headband for size adjustment.ĭespite a firm grip, the Solo Pro are among the most comfortable on-ear headphones I have tried. The leatherette ear cups are well-padded and the soft-touch silicone headband stays in place on your dome.
