Bluetooth headphones have come a long way. Remember those headsets with a mic that everybody would turn to for professional calls? Now, headphones come with built-in mics that don’t stick out like an eyesore but get the job done in the background. How? Props to ENC (Environmental Noise Cancellation) or ENx, as we call it at boAt.
And before you confuse it with ANC, we must break it to you that they are different. So, let’s unpack what is ENC in headphones, how it changes the way you take calls, and what should be on your radar when buying headphones with ENC.
So, What is ENC in Headphones?
ENC or Environmental Noise Cancellation is a microphone technology that uses multiple mics to detect background noise during calls. It then filters out these ambient sounds, like traffic or chatter, so that the person on the other end hears clearly.
Some ENC headphones, like our Rockerz Prime 415, even use AI along with ENx technology to highlight your voice from the background and ensure you’re heard loud and clear. This is especially useful for professionals working out of shared spaces or their homes and commuters calling on the go.
How to Choose the Right ENC Headphones for Your Needs?
1. Look at the mic setup
Some ENC headphones come with a single-mic setup, while some may use multiple mics. Then, there’s the addition of AI, too. Depending on your day-to-day calls, the right setup can vary.
For those taking calls or meetings in noisy environments, like call centres, co-working spaces, or the metro, headphones with dual mics or AI-ENx tech make sense. If the stakes aren’t as high, just normal headphones with ENC would do.
2. Consider your need for ANC
Want the person on the other end to hear you better? ENC is your best friend. Want to hear better yourself? Turn to ANC. And if you want both, get yourself a pair of bluetooth headphones with both ANC and ENC, like our Rockerz Plus 550 ANC.
This way, when you’re taking calls in a noisy environment, ANC will ensure you don’t hear the ambient sound, and ENC will do the same, but for the people hearing you (or at least trying to).
3. Check the battery life
Yes, all that tech is great for your calls, but what happens when your headphones don’t have any charge left? If you’re someone who’s hopping from one call to another or from meetings to movies, you need headphones with at least 50 hours of battery life. Oh, and don’t forget about fast charging!
4. Don’t sideline comfort
With long hours of wear comes ear fatigue, and we don’t want that for you. That’s why it’s important to choose headphones with an adaptable fit and cushioned earcups, so that your ears don’t hurt at the end of a long day.
Our Top Picks for Headphones with ENC
1. Rockerz Prime 415
If your work days are packed with back-to-back calls and weekends full of binge-watching sessions, Rockerz Prime 415 are just what you need. These ENC headphones have a lot to offer, including:
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AI-ENx tech for crystal-clear calls wherever you go
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A whopping 120 hours of non-stop playback
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360-degree Spatial Audio for cinematic sound
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40ms low latency for lag-free gaming
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Adaptive fit with steel headband and ear cushions
2. Rockerz Plus 550 ANC
If you have zero tolerance for noise, Rockerz Plus 550 ANC is here to shush the world for you. Packed with ANC as well as ENx tech, these headphones tune out the chaos and offer pure audio bliss. Here’s what you get:
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40dB Hybrid ANC to block out all distractions
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ENx technology for professional calls
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40ms low latency for audio-visual sync
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80 hours of uninterrupted music (or meetings)
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Foldable design with soft-cushioned earcups
Closing Thoughts
Stop saying, “Can you hear me now?” and get yourself a pair of headphones with ENC. Your loved ones (and your colleagues) deserve to hear you loud and clear. And ENC headphones do just that by silencing background noise and highlighting your voice. But beyond ENC, consider your need for ANC, battery life, and comfort to pick the bluetooth headphones that agree with your lifestyle.
FAQs
1. Are ENC headphones good for working from home?
Absolutely. If you often take calls or meetings while working from home, headphones with ENC can help suppress background noise to ensure your voice comes through clearly.
2. What is AI ENC in Bluetooth headphones?
AI ENC (AI-Environmental Noise Cancellation) uses smart AI algorithms to reduce background noise and enhance your voice, so you can be heard loud and clear, even in noisy environments.
3. Which headphones have both ENC and ANC?
The boAt Rockerz Plus 550 ANC has both ENx technology and 40dB Hybrid ANC, providing crystal-clear calls and zero distractions.
4. Does boAt offer any warranty on its headphones?
Yes, boAt offers a 1-year warranty on all its headphones. To avail the warranty, buyers must register their product on the official website.
