Using Modes

If you do not see this feature in the Bose app, please make sure you are using the most current software and firmware on your product and in the app.
To enjoy this features you must have the following:

Bose app versions:

• iOS: 5.0.2 or later
• Android 5.0.1 or later

Product Firmware version 2.0.7 or later

To identify your software or firmware version, see Checking the software or firmware version
To update your product, see Updating the software or firmware of your product

Modes

From the home screen, tap "Modes"

Image may be different than actual product. Functionality is the same

To remember your last used mode, tap the "Remember My Modes" button to enable this feature.


You can have up to 4 modes:

• Full noise cancelling "Quiet mode"
• Fully "Aware mode"
• 2 Custom modes

Tap "Create Mode" to name your modes.



In Aware mode, the ActiveSense feature automatically adjusts the noise cancellation depending on your surroundings.

• You must enable In-Ear Detection for this feature to work. You can do so in settings:
  
• ActiveSense does not work while on a call
• ActiveSense is only available in aware mode, not in custom modes created
• This feature is enabled as a default. Tap the ActiveSense button to disable

To enable or disable ActiveSense:

1. On the Modes screen, tap the Aware Settings icon.
   
    
2. Tap the ActiveSense button to disable or enable.
   

Using the Modes

• QC Earbuds - Double-tap the left earbud to cycle through the modes
• QC Ultra Earbuds and QC Earbuds II - Touch and hold an earbud to cycle through the modes