The QuietComfort 35 is one of the most comfortable noise-canceling headsets on the market today.
It also provides up to 20 hours of battery life when fully charged and great audio quality for an immersive listening experience. Although Bose discontinued the QuietComfort 35, it remains available with third-party sellers.
That said, connecting your Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones to your iPhone or laptop might seem straightforward, but this isn’t always the case. In this guide, I will help you fix connection issues so you can continue enjoying your favorite music.
Key Takeaways
- Since the Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones are wireless, you can connect them to your devices via Bluetooth or through the NFC touchpoint. You can also use the Bose Connect app to connect to your iPhone.
- Before connecting Bose QuietComfort 35 to your iPhone or computer, you must make the headphones discoverable. Slide the Power/Bluetooth button to the right to put them into pairing mode.
- If you are having trouble connecting Bose QuietComfort 35 to your devices, clear the headphones’ memory and restart the process afresh.
- You can remove previously connected devices from your headphones via the Bose Connect app or through the buttons on the headset.
- Restarting your Bluetooth device or resetting your Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones can help resolve connectivity and pairing issues.
Connecting Bose QuietComfort 35 to iPhone or Laptop via Bluetooth
Bluetooth is one of the quickest ways to connect Bose QuietComfort 35 to your iPhone or laptop. After all, most smartphones and computers support Bluetooth technology.
Here are the steps:
Step 1 – Make Your Bose QuietComfort 35 Discoverable
Before connecting Bose QuietComfort 35 to your iPhone or computer, you must make the headphones discoverable. Putting your headphones into pairing mode ensures your iPhone or laptop can find them among the list of nearby Bluetooth devices.
Follow these steps to make your Bose QuietComfort 35 discoverable:
- Locate the Power/Bluetooth button on the right earcup.
- Slide the Power/Bluetooth button to the Bluetooth symbol on the right.
Slide the POWER/Bluetooth button to the right, toward the Bluetooth symbol
- Wait for an audible tone saying, “Ready to Pair.”
- Alternatively, wait for the Bluetooth indicator to blink blue.
Blue blinking LED light indicates that your Bose QC35 headphones are in pairing mode. You will also hear a voice prompt saying “Ready to Pair”
- Release the Power/Bluetooth button.
- Your Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones are now in pairing mode.
How to Put Bose QuietComfort 35 in Pairing Mode – Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 2 – Enable Bluetooth on your iPhone or Laptop
Your iPhone or laptop must support Bluetooth technology to pair with your Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones. Fortunately, iPhone and all the latest laptops have Bluetooth modules for wireless connections.
Once the headphones are in pairing mode, enable Bluetooth on your iPhone or laptop to complete the connection. Here are the steps:
Enabling Bluetooth on an iPhone
- Go to the home screen on your device.
- Tap the gear icon to launch the Settings app.
- Tap Privacy and Security (iOS 13).
- Tap Bluetooth.
- Tap the slider to toggle Bluetooth on.
Settings – Privacy and Security – Bluetooth – Tap the slider the enable Bluetooth
Enabling Bluetooth on a Windows PC
- Right-click the Start button.
- Click Settings.
- Click Devices.
- On the left panel, select Bluetooth & other devices.
- Click the toggle to turn Bluetooth on.
Start – Settings – Devices – Bluetooth and Other Devices – Enable Bluetooth
You can also enable Bluetooth via the quick setting option on your Windows PC. Click the Bluetooth icon on the system tray (taskbar) and select Bluetooth to turn it on.
System tray (taskbar) – Select Bluetooth – Enable Bluetooth
Enabling Bluetooth on a Mac
- Click the Apple logo on the top left corner.
- Go to System Settings or System Preferences.
- Click Bluetooth on the sidebar.
- Scroll down and click the toggle to turn Bluetooth on.
Enable Bluetooth on your MacBook
- Alternatively, click the Bluetooth icon on the menu bar to turn it on.
Step 3 – Select Your Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Headphones
After enabling Bluetooth on your iPhone or laptop, you can pair your device with your Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones.
- Go to the Bluetooth menu on your iPhone or laptop.
- Check the list of nearby Bluetooth devices.
- Select Bose QuietComfort 35.
- Depending on your device, click pair or connect.
- Once connected, the Bluetooth LED indicator on your headphones will glow a solid white light.
How to Connect Bose QuietComfort 35 to an iPhone – Step-by-Step Guide
How to Connect Bose QuietComfort 35 to a Windows PC – Step-by-Step Guide
Connecting Bose QuietComfort 35 to iPhone via NFC
The Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones support Near Field Communication (NFC) wireless technology. This short-range wireless technology lets you connect your headphones to compatible devices within a few-inch radius. The only issue is that this feature is only available on newer iPhones and it’s not available on Windows laptops.
Step 1 – Turn on Bluetooth and NFC Features On Your iPhone
- Go to your iPhone’s Home screen.
- Swipe up from the bottom or down from the top.
- Go to the Control Center.
- Select the NFC Tag Reader icon to turn it on.
Control Center – NFC Tag Reader
Step 2 – Tap the NFC Touchpoint On Your Device
Your Bose QuietComfort 35 and NFC-compatible iPhone have NFC Touchpoints or tags. The Touchpoints must be a few inches close for the devices to connect successfully.
Here’s how to do it:
- Turn on your Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones.
- Turn on Bluetooth and NFC on your iPhone.
- Move your iPhone or close to the NFC tag or icon on your Bose headphones.
NFC Tag is located on the left cup
- Go to the Bluetooth menu on your iPhone and tap the NFC Touchpoint displayed.
- Your Bluetooth device will ask you to accept pairing.
- Tap Yes to complete the connection.
- Once connected, the Bluetooth LED indicator on your headphones will glow a solid white light.
Connecting Bose QuietComfort 35 to iPhone via the Bose App
You must download and install the Bose Connect app on your iPhone to wirelessly connect to your Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones.
Here are the steps:
- Turn on your Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones.
- Slide the Power/Bluetooth button to the right to make the headphones discoverable.
- Go to your iPhone and turn Bluetooth on.
- Launch the Bose Connect app on your iPhone.
- Search for your Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones on the app.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the connection.
Troubleshooting Bose QuietComfort 35 Connection Issues
Sometimes, connecting the Bose QuietComfort 35 to your iPhone or laptop is not all rosy. You might experience connectivity issues, leaving you frustrated. Fortunately, you can use the following tips to troubleshoot connection issues:
Restart Your iPhone or Laptop
Smartphones and computers might require a restart to correct minor issues. It clears the system memory, glitches, and bugs, allowing you to reconnect your devices.
To reboot, locate the power button and press it until your device powers off. Wait at least 30 seconds, then press the power button again to turn it on. If this option doesn’t help, jump to the next tip.
Reset Your Bose QuietComfort 35
Resetting your Bose QuietComfort 35 can help correct Bluetooth, sound, pairing, and other minor issues. It restores the headphones to factory defaults, allowing you to configure them afresh.
Follow these steps to reset your Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones:
Option 1
- Turn your Bose QuietComfort 35 off.
- Wait 30 seconds.
- Connect the headphones to a power outlet via a USB charger.
- Wait another 5 seconds.
- Disconnect the charger, then wait 60 seconds.
- Finally, turn the headphones on and allow them to reboot.
Clear Bose QuietComfort 35 Memory
Previously paired devices can cause your Bose QuietComfort 35 not to connect to your iPhone or laptop. As such, clearing your headset’s memory can help solve the problem. You can use the buttons on the headphones or the Bose Connect app.
Here’s how to go about it:
Using the Bose QuietComfort 35 Buttons
- Turn your Bose headphones on.
- Locate the Power/Bluetooth button on the right earcup.
- Slide the Power/Bluetooth button to the Bluetooth symbol on the right.
- Maintain this position for at least 10 seconds.
- Wait for a voice prompt saying, “Bluetooth Device List Cleared.”
How to Clear Bose QuietComfort 35 Memory
Using the Bose Connect App
- Download and install the Bose Connect app on your smartphone.
- Enable Bluetooth on your device.
- Launch the Bose Connect app.
- Wait for the app to search for Bose Bluetooth devices.
- Tap the Bluetooth icon below your Bose QuietComfort 35 image.
- On the CONNECTIONS screen, tap EDIT.
- Tap the X next to the devices you want to forget.
- Tap DISCONNECT.
Check Bluetooth Range
Bluetooth connections work well within a 30-foot radius. As such, ensure your headphones and iPhone or laptop are within range to pair successfully. Your Bose QuietComfort 35 might not connect to your iPhone or laptop if the two devices are too far apart.
The distance between the headphones and your device should not exceed 10 meters or 33 feet.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Question: Why isn’t my Bose QuietComfort 35 connecting to my iPhone?
- Answer: Your Bose QuietComfort 35 might not connect to your iPhone because of Bluetooth or pairing issues. Your Bose headphones must be discoverable, and you must enable Bluetooth on your iPhone to complete the connection. Slide the Power/Bluetooth button to the Bluetooth symbol on the right and release it when you hear a voice prompt. Search for nearby Bluetooth devices on your iPhone’s Bluetooth menu and tap your headphones from the list to connect.
- Question: Why isn’t my laptop recognizing my Bose QuietComfort 35?
- Answer: Your laptop may not recognize your Bose QuietComfort because your computer does not support Bluetooth technology. If it does, check if Bluetooth is ON. Ensure your Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones are discoverable before trying again.
- Question: How do I make my Bose QuietComfort 35 discoverable?
- Answer: Locate the Power/Bluetooth button on the right earcup. Next, slide the Power/Bluetooth button to the Bluetooth symbol on the right and wait for an audible tone saying, “Ready to Pair,” or wait for the Bluetooth indicator to blink blue. Your headphones are now discoverable.
- Question: How do I reset my Bose QuietComfort 35?
- Answer: Resetting your Bose QuietComfort 35 can fix Bluetooth, sound, pairing, and other minor issues. To reset your headphones, power them off and wait 30 seconds. Connect the headset to a power outlet via a USB charger and wait another 5 seconds. Disconnect the charger, then wait 60 seconds. Finally, turn the headphones on and allow them to reboot.
Conclusion
Connecting Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones to your iPhone or laptop can be easy if you set them up correctly. Make the headphones discoverable so your iPhone or laptop can find them during pairing. Once connected, you can enjoy an immersive listening experience with your Bose premium headphones. Follow this guide to connect your headset and fix any emerging connectivity and pairing issues.
