Our quick take
Bose Frames Rondo - 4.0 / 5
Classic design
- Two styles available: Rondo and Alto Rondo: 49.5 x 15.5 x 154mm Alto: 52 x 18 x 162mm IPX4 splash resistant
Future feature potential
- 16mm custom transducers Bluetooth connection Audio AR
Good audio performance
- Smallest Bose system ever made Some sound leakage
Battery life
- Around 2.5-hour battery life 2-hours from dead to full Quick charge
To recap
Looking for sunglasses and earphones? Well, Bose has hit onto a niche proposition with the all-in-one Frames. They can’t deliver headphone-quality audio due to lack of bass, but as a clear audio delivery for podcasts, audiobooks, phone calls and the odd tune, there’s some appeal.
