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Review: Bang & Olufsen H100 wireless headphones redefine luxury for sound and style
These wireless headphones set a new standard in personal audio enjoyment
What defines luxury? Of all the attributes that go into meeting this indefinable qualification, mere high-quality does not cut it. For true luxury, quality is only the beginning, the baseline, the jumping-off point. Luxury has to embody much, much more – such as heritage, tradition, craftsmanship, refinement, elegance, dedication - even devotion - to the pursuit of perfection, a willingness to work at the frontiers of your field and shift the paradigm, yet have simplicity at the core, and a pride behind the making of anything that is matched by the pride of ownership.
There are a lot of products out there that are high-quality. But only a few qualify as luxury. A few such as Bang & Olufsen. For a century, this hugely impactful audio brand from the tiny country of Denmark has been at the forefront of sound innovation, earning a devoted following for its blend of cutting-edge technology and elegant design. Among their latest releases is the Beoplay H100 wireless headphones, which raises the bar once again as B&O products invariably do, with advanced noise cancellation and stunning audio in a modular and sustainability-focused build.
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B&O says that the Beoplay H100 embodies a century of expertise while setting a new standard for the future. Drawing inspiration from the brand’s iconic Beolab speakers, these headphones combine premium materials with state-of-the-art electronics, all presented in B&O’s unmistakable Danish aesthetic, the first surprising aspect of which is the choice of materials used. The H100 features a scratch-resistant glass touchpad on the earcups, precision haptic dials, and tactile buttons for an effortless user experience.
Among the raisons d’etre of the H100 is comfort. The detachable headband and the ear cushions are made using breathable ultra-soft lambskin that gives them a dream-like, ultra-soft, satiny feel. Whichever part of these headphones touch your skin, it feels like a cloudy puff of candy floss. Though the device has weight, B&O’s design and material wizardry has ensured that you feel you’re wearing nothing at all when you have them on over your head and around your ears.
The colourways are equally sophisticated - Infinite Black, Hourglass Sand and Sunset Apricot —with each variant exuding refined luxury. The Infinite Black version pays homage to B&O’s classic 1970s designs, while the other two showcase a subtle Scandinavian elegance with warm metallic accents.
The secret behind the allure of the H100, even before you’ve played any audio through them, is the careful selection of materials - such as aluminium, the finest leather and glass to create a product that is as visually stunning as it is acoustically impressive. Even the carrying case reflects this attention to detail — a stylish leather pouch reminiscent of high-end fashion accessories, offering both function and elegance.
One of the most notable features of the Beoplay H100 is its intelligent power management. When idle, the headphones enter a low-power mode, extending standby time to a whopping 90 days. And when stored in their case, they completely shut down, preserving battery life for, wait for it, over a year! With these you’ll no longer have the frustration of dead headphones when you need them most.
For actual playback, the battery life remains impressive, offering up to 32 hours of use even when the Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) is enabled. A quick five-minute charge provides five additional hours of use, so you won’t have to worry about downtime on those transcontinental connecting flights. Simply plug into the charge port at the first class lounge and you’re ready to be ensconced in a bubble of musical silence on the next leg of your journey.
But at the heart of the H100 is its sound. The headphones’ core comprises custom-built 40mm titanium drivers, meticulously tuned by the experienced ears of B&O’s audio experts. Inspired by the brand’s flagship Beolab 90 speakers, these drivers deliver a rich, immersive soundstage. While the headphones lack aptX Lossless support, B&O’s decision to prioritise overall audio quality over technical specs proves effective. High-resolution sound can still be accessed via USB-C, making them ideal for audiophiles streaming from certain online platforms.
The striking quality of the H100’s sound is balance. Whether we played Mozart or Metallica, the sound reproduction was full-bodied yet supremely detailed. The controls on the H100 are intuitive and elegant, featuring a rotary dial for volume adjustments, touch gestures for playback, and a dedicated button for the ANC. An adjustable Transparency mode allows users to control ambient sound levels with a simple turn of a dial.
The H100 also comes with B&O’s new EarSense adaptive audio technology, which personalises sound in real time based on the user’s unique fit. The Dolby Atmos optimisation with head-tracking seemed to successfully enhance our spatial audio for a more immersive experience, and when it came to answering phone calls, the audio was clear in any environment aided by the high-quality microphones.
Another aspect where the H100 shines is sustainability, which is central to B&O’s philosophy. Designed for longevity, the headphones feature modular construction with easily replaceable components, including ear cushions, headbands, batteries and internal electronics. The Beoplay H100 isn’t just another pair of wireless headphones; at Dh6,475 they represent an investment in craftsmanship, innovation and sustainability, and reaffirm Bang & Olufsen’s reputation for excellence in both design and sound.
Hits:
• Superlative design and build quality
• Stunning sound
• Modular and sustainable
Misses:
• Omission of aptX Lossless
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