A New Chapter for Beats Solo Series
The Beats Solo 4 – a new version of one of the most popular on-ear headphone series, in terms of high-quality audio and premium features. Launched earlier this year and arrived in India in August, these have come with advanced audio technologies like spatial audio with dynamic head tracking and support for lossless audio, which puts it in a league different from the previous versions. Though the price remains above this point, the lack of active noise cancellation (ANC) does present a slight issue. At Rs. 22,900, the Beats Solo 4 directly competes with market leaders like Bose and Sony. So does the product deliver its promise?
Design and Comfort: Sleek and Lightweight
The Beats Solo 4 arrives in three distinct colors, in pastel shades of Cloud Pink, Matte Black, and Slate Blue, softening the bold aesthetic of earlier generations and setting the headphones as an odd-to-be-more-fun accessory. Mostly plastic, the design remains, but at just 217g, the delicate yet lightweight structure makes the headphones so comfortable to don over extended periods.
Its dimensions (177x158x6.8mm) ensure it will fit snugly in place but doesn’t feel cramped on there. The earpads, though, aren’t replaceable by the user, which is a minor irritation for long-term durability. The Beats Solo 4 does come with a soft padded carrying pouch, and a USB Type-C to Type-C cable, as well as a 3.5mm audio cable, which can be used for wired listening or when the battery has run out. You’ll have to provide the power adapter yourself, though.
Try various color options or get all the details of the design at Beats Official Store.
Audio Performance: Great sound, but no ANC
The Beats Solo 4 really makes use of new acoustic architecture with 40mm drivers to bring about incredible new sound. It’s neutral and has no particular edge in any genre-a great sound for listening across a lot of musical genres. Taylor Swift’s “Daylight” or perhaps Abba’s “Mamma Mia,” with crisp sounds in its vocals along with clear instrumentation, might just awaken your ears to them.
One omissions of Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), though partly compensated by the fact that other brands – Bose and Sony spring to mind – deliver more muscular noise cancellation, sometimes even at similar price points. Of course, two is really the answer to three: the speaker’s two standout features really do stand out, but primarily when used with an iPhone or iPad for immersive audio experiences: it supports spatial audio with dynamic head tracking. This technology enhances the audio in terms of depth, so it’s perfect for movies or listening to spatial audio tracks on Apple Music.
Check out even more detailed details about the audio on Beats Audio.
Battery Life: Long Playtime for All-Day Listening
But one benefit of the Beats Solo 4 is that it has an extended life of 50 hours, i.e., its battery life is much longer than the battery life of direct competitors in the market with this kind of market price. For those users who do not want to be tied by a ‘chaining’ of a charging cable at all times, this extended battery life is a great plus.
The USB Type-C port is an upgrade on the old Micro USB port used in the previous model. It supports faster charging and lossless audio file playback when connected via a cable. It is also handy as you can continue to use the headphones even after exhausting all the battery if there is a power source available for a wired connection. It makes a very great option for lengthy commutes or travel.
Software and Controls: Seamless integration with iOS and Android
Seamless connectivity with iOS and Android The Beats Solo 4 arrives easily connected to both the iOS and the Android units. On the iPhones and iPads, it automatically connects when opened since Apple’s H1 chip is in-built. Android users can download the Beats companion app supporting Google’s Fast Pair and has call control, media control, and volume control. The headphones further come with Apple’s Find My, which makes locating them easier if lost.
The left earcup contains controls for media and call management. The same media can be paused or resumed, volume changed, by single pressing of one of the top or bottom earcup areas.
Beats companion app does not allow intricate equalizer settings to be set, but rather, this feature is available in popular apps like Spotify and Poweramp, offering EQ controls for a hearing experience tailored to one’s preferences.
Battling with Bose and Sony: Is the Price Worth It?
The Beats Solo 4 is overpriced at Rs. 22,900 and leaves a long way when it comes to more superior noise-canceling technology by Bose and Sony. However, one major drawback in commuting or flight travel is when ANC blocks the ambient noise of the environment; instead, users would opt for listening through headphones like the Bose QuietComfort 45 or Sony WH-1000XM5 that deliver better audio quality in noisy ambient environments.
But if you care more about sound, comfort, and being seamlessly connected to Apple products, then Beats Solo 4 does its job. The extra features of spatial audio and USB Type-C-based lossless playback really add to the whole package.
Want to know more about Beats and compare it with other products? Bose QuietComfort 45 and Sony WH-1000XM5 are in the lists.
Conclusion: Good Audio but Lacking Impressive Features
The Beats Solo 4 sounds incredibly great, has a long battery life, and may be just the right fit for casual listeners and users of Apple devices. Its spatial audio and lossless play add benefits to make these headphones more capable in managing high-quality audio content. On the other hand, a lack of active noise cancellation means that those who want to include less noise from busy environments may not be ideal.
Beats Solo 4- Verdict
At a price of $299, the Beats Solo 4 is an expensive product with superior audio sounds. The headphone does not possess ANC, which puts it back compared to some of its competitors, such as Bose and Sony. To get these headphones, you have to factor in your priority: whether you would prefer good-quality audio or noise cancellation.
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