The Bose SoundLink II mobile Bluetooth speaker sounds very good, is extremely easy to use and feels substantial with quality buttons. We tested the unit with the black finish and dark nylon gray cover. It's an elegant design that is rugged enough to pack in a suitcase for trips.

Bose's latest Bluetooth speaker, SoundLink Bluetooth Mobile Speaker II ($300-$350) is an updated edition of its 2011 SoundLink Wireless Mobile Speaker. As is often the case when Bose comes out with a new product in the same family, you'll be hard-pressed to find any major physical differences from...

If you are looking for a great well rounded audio, a great build quality that's lightweight then Soundlink II are a great choice and will prove to be a great investment.

clean and balanced audio; no distortion

not for those who like bass heavy audio; expensive

Had a wired SOL, and finally got tired of the wires. Got this Headphone (Bose) and what a difference it made. Comfy, good bass and without any sound call distortion that I wanted most for those long phone calls. This is a keeper. For those that love music and calls, this unit is very good

Bose may be king of the mountain when it comes to noise-canceling headphones, but the company has yet to extend the unrivaled success of its QuietComfort line into the wireless headphone realm.

Solid audio performance with rich bass and bright highs; Incredibly comfortable; Includes a cable for passive, wired listening; Multipoint functionality allows you to pair two devices at once

DSP sculpts audio-not for purists; Cable lacks inline remote control

What's the best-sounding wireless headphone available today? That's a tough question to answer, but Bose is staking its claim on the title with its new SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless Headphone II, which comes in black or white for $280, £240 or AU$379.

The SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless Headphone II is very comfortable to wear, sounds excellent for a Bluetooth headphone, and offers good battery life (15 hours); It also works well as a headset for phone calls, its buttons are easy to operate by feel, and a nice carrying case is included

Somewhat expensive; not the best option for those who like their music loud and bass-heavy

The SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless Headphone II mixes a strong blend of comfort and performance in attractively designed wireless headphone.

The SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless Headphone II is very comfortable to wear, sounds excellent for a Bluetooth headphone, and offers good battery life (15 hours); It also works well as a headset for phone calls, its buttons are easy to operate by feel, and a nice carrying case is included.

Somewhat expensive; not the best option for those who like their music loud and bass-heavy.

What's the best-sounding wireless headphone available today? That's a tough question to answer, but Bose is staking its claim on the title with its new SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless Headphone II, which comes in black or white for $280, £240 or AU$379.

The SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless Headphone II mixes a strong blend of comfort and performance in attractively designed wireless headphone.

The SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless Headphone II is very comfortable to wear, sounds excellent for a Bluetooth headphone, and offers good battery life (15 hours); It also works well as a headset for phone calls, its buttons are easy to operate by feel, and a nice carrying case is included.

Somewhat expensive; not the best option for those who like their music loud and bass-heavy.

Bose may be king of the mountain when it comes to noise-canceling headphones, but the company has yet to extend the unrivaled success of its QuietComfort line into the wireless headphone realm. The Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II is the follow-up to last year's Soundlink On-Ear headphone pair, and at $279.95, it's quite an investment. As usual, Bose nails the ease-of-use factor, as well as providing an exceptionally lightweight, comfortable fit. And the SoundLink AE II, as we'll henceforth refer to it, ships with an audio cable for passive wired use, which adds value to the high price. Audio performance is also quite strong, though purists may find it a bit too sculpted.  DesignThe SoundLink AE II's ($199.00 at Nordstrom)  design follows the typical Bose motif—matte surfaces, no real flourishes, and the Bose logo emblazoned on each earcup. As always, Bose's understated design is less about looks and more about function—the headphones are exceptionally comfortable, with plush leather ...

The Bose SoundLink Around-Ear II is a lightweight, exceptionally comfortable pair of Bluetooth headphones with high-quality sound and a high price.

Solid audio performance with rich bass and bright highs; Incredibly comfortable; Includes a cable for passive, wired listening; Multipoint functionality allows you to pair two devices at once

DSP sculpts audio—not for purists; Cable lacks inline remote control

The Bose SoundLink Around-Ear Wireless Headphone II is comfortable and sounds excellent, but if you don't like Bose headphones already, these won't change your mind.

Light and comfortable; good for extended use; Very pleasant to listen to; No unsightly dongle required for Bluetooth; unlike previous model

Can start to feel a little warm over time; ActiveEQ doesn't make for the most neutral sound