Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Review

The second generation of Microsoft Surface audio

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Published: August 9, 2021

Rebekah Carter - Writer

Rebekah Carter

Microsoft’s modern collection of hardware, including the recently released Microsoft Surface Headphones 2, aims to improve the way we work and play. As Microsoft continues to earn its position as a market leader in the age of remote and hybrid work, tools like the Surface Headphones 2 ensure people can stay focused on their work (wherever they are). Plus, you can enjoy more effective communications with sensational audio quality. 

Building on the original Microsoft Surface headphones, the second generation comes with a variety of bonus features to explore, like noise-cancellation and a longer battery life. Despite significant upgrades to performance, this set of Surface headphones also features a more affordable price point than its predecessors. 

So, what exactly can you expect from Microsoft’s Surface Headphones 2?

Microsoft Surface Headphones 2: Features

The Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 promise a smarter way for people to “tune in” to important audio. A set of comfortable and lightweight over-ear headphones will surround you with omnisonic sound. According to Microsoft, the experience is ideal for work and play, whether you’re joining conference calls, or relaxing with your favourite music. 

The Surface headphones 2 help users to customize their workspace, with access to adjustable noise cancellation, so you can decide exactly how much ambient noise to let in. There’s also up to 18.5 hours of battery life for less time spent charging. Features include:

  • 18.5 hours of battery life
  • Omnisonic surround sound
  • Adjustable noise cancellation (13 levels)
  • Comfortable over-ear design
  • USB-C connectivity
  • Up to 40db passive noise cancellation and 30db active cancellation
  • Integrations with Microsoft Teams
  • Full 1-year warranty included
  • Up to 15 hours of calling time
  • Two color options to choose from
  • Bluetooth connectivity for wireless listening

Sleek and stylish, these headphones even look great, with a minimalist design in both light grey and matte black. You get the perfect combination of practicality, comfort, and performance in one headset.

Microsoft Surface Headphones 2: Benefits

With the Microsoft Surface 2 headphones, Microsoft promises customers a new generation of audio experiences. In a world of hybrid and remote work, Microsoft wants to build the tools today’s employees use to stay productive – this includes both hardware and software. The second generation of Surface headphones are suitable for all-day wear, with exceptional comfort, and they’re easy to use, with touch and fingertip controls. Some of the major benefits include:

  • Excellent audio cancellation: You can achieve up to 40db of passive noise cancellation from your Surface 2 headphones, or you can experiment with your ambience, by choosing from a range of around 13 levels of active noise cancellation. The touch-sensitive dial on the left headset earpad allows you to gradually dial noise cancellation up and down with ease
  • Seamless simplicity: Touch, tap, and dial controls mean you don’t have to worry about fumbling for buttons when you’re in the middle of a call. The ultra-comfortable earpads are backed by touch-sensitive control systems, which make it easier to control your calls in real-time. You can even join Teams meetings in an instant. Your music will also automatically pause when you remove your headphones -just in case
  • Dual microphones: A set of dual microphones ensure you sound perfect to anyone on the other end of your call. The powerful microphones will capture your voice, while tuning out background noise automatically, for a crisp level of call quality. Speaking of voice, you can also use it to control your music with your preferred digital assistant, or access voice to dictate work documents, Outlook projects and more
  • All-day functionality: The battery life in the Microsoft Surface 2 headphones has been upgraded, to ensure you can manage up to 15 hours of calling with no problem, and as much as 20 hours of listening. Your device will automatically link to your Surface laptop too, so you can spend less of your time linking hardware, and more time getting things done
  • App access: The Microsoft Surface headphones 2 come with their own dedicated app, where you can adjust more of your audio experience to suit your specific needs. You can switch between different EQ pre-sets to get a more dynamic audio experience and check for firmware updates as often as you like

Who Needs the Microsoft Surface 2 Headphones?

The Surface 2 headphones from Microsoft are an excellent, versatile set of headphones, perfect for both work and play. The ability to adjust your audio quality for crystal-clear clarity means you can enjoy listening to music and connecting with your colleagues with the same headphones. 

This headset is likely to appeal most to people in the remote and hybrid working world. According to Microsoft, the noise cancellation can intelligently block human voices, helping you to block out noisy neighbours and family members who might be around when you’re working from home. Combine the ultra-adjustable noise cancellation with touch controls and smart assistant access, and it’s easy to see how these headphones can help you to get things done.

If you already have a Surface device, these headphones will also make perfect sense for you, connecting seamlessly to your laptop so you can get to work fast.

Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 Review: Verdict

The Microsoft Surface Headphones 2 are an excellent upgrade from the previous Surface headphones, this time offering better battery life and focus than ever before. If you want a comfortable and convenient set of headphones you can wear throughout your professional and personal life, these are the headphones for you. 

The adjustable noise cancellation features, as well as the overall comfort and lightweight design of the Surface headphones, means they can quickly become an essential tool in your productivity toolkit. We can particularly see these tools appealing to people who need to maintain their concentration in an environment where their workplace may be constantly evolving. Access to a wide range of customisation options for your audio, as well as all-day comfort makes the Microsoft Surface 2 headphones an ideal tool for the changing workplace. 

 

 

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