Boat Airdopes Prime 701 ANC: The Real Scoop
Why These Buds Are Shaking Things Up
Noise cancellation used to be a “fancy” thing for the rich or tech snobs. Now? Boat’s making it mainstream, and honestly, it’s about time. You’re getting hybrid ANC, AI call clarity, low-latency gaming (shoutout to all the BGMI addicts), and you can tweak stuff via the Boat Hearables app. For under two grand, that’s nuts. Nobody else is packing all this in one box at this price.Looks & Build: Not Cheap, Just Affordable
The 701s look pretty slick—none of that plasticky, toy vibe you get from other budget buds. They’re comfy, too, so you’re not ripping them out after an hour. Colors? Obsidian Grey, Titanium Blue, Zinc White—fancy names for basically, “they won’t look gross after a week.” Matte finish, subtle logo, and yeah, the case is tiny but solid, with Type-C charging (hallelujah). LED lights let you know if you’re about to die mid-song. Oh, and they’re IPX5 water-resistant, so sweat or rain won’t kill ‘em.Audio: More Than Just Bass
The boat usually leans heavily on the bass, but these are actually pretty balanced. The 10mm drivers do their thing, but the real magic is the Spatial Audio. Put on a movie or some orchestral stuff, and you’ll feel it—there’s actual depth, not just everything blasting straight into your skull. Seriously, it makes Zoom calls sound less like everyone’s trapped in a tin can.Noise Cancelling: Legit
That 46dB ANC isn’t just a number. It cuts out a lot of the crap—traffic, angry aunties yelling, whatever. Hybrid means it’s got mics inside and out, so it adapts to what’s happening around you. Used it on the metro and in a noisy café, and yeah, it works. Students, office drones, travelers—you’ll love it.Call Clarity: Way Better Than Expected
Four mics and some AI wizardry mean your calls actually sound good. No more “Bro, can you hear me?” every two minutes. Background chaos gets filtered out, so your boss won’t know you’re taking calls from the park.Gaming: Lag? Never Heard of It
There’s a 60ms Beast Mode for low latency, and it’s not just a gimmick. Played a few rounds of COD Mobile—sound matched up with action, no awkward delays. Beast Mode kicks in quick, and you don’t lose audio quality. If you’re into gaming, this is a sweet bonus.Battery Life: Goes On Forever
Okay, not literally. But 50 hours with the case? That’s a lot. Each bud’s got 35mAh, and the case is 500mAh. Used them for a week; didn’t have to charge till Friday. Quick charge is awesome too—10 minutes gets you 3 hours. Perfect if you forget to plug in before heading out.Customisation: Make It Yours
The Boat Hearables app lets you mess with the EQ, flip ANC on/off, and even update firmware. That’s rare for this price. Most brands don’t bother giving that sort of control unless you’re dropping serious cash.Easy Pairing, Double Duty
Google Fast Pair means you just open the case and boom—your Android picks it up. Multipoint’s neat too: connect to your laptop and phone at the same time, so you don’t have to keep unpairing like a caveman.Sweat-Proof: Bring on the Gym
An IPX5 rating means they laugh in the face of sweat or drizzle. Ran a 5K and did a HIIT session—didn’t budge, didn’t die.Versus the Rest: No Contest
Let’s be real, at ₹1,999? These wipe the floor with Realme, Noise, Boult, whoever. Nobody else throws in ANC, ENC, Spatial Audio, AND app support in one go. Everyone else makes you pick two out of four, max. The boat’s just serving the whole buffet.Pros & Cons
What’s Cool:
- Hybrid ANC cranks up to 46dB (blocks out the world, basically)
- AI-powered ENC with four mics—your voice, crystal clear, even if you’re in a wind tunnel
- 24-bit Spatial Audio, so yeah, your playlist just leveled up
- Multipoint—hook up to two devices at once, no sweat
- IPX5 splash-proof—gym, rain, you name it[
- 50 freakin’ hours of battery (who even remembers to charge that often?!)
- Works with the Boat Hearables app
- Beast Mode for low-latency gaming (bye-bye audio lag)
What’s Not:
- No wireless charging, so you have to stick with the good old cable
- ANC chews up a bit more battery—eh, not a dealbreaker.
FAQs—The Stuff Everybody Asks
Good for gaming?
Heck yeah. Beast Mode drops latency to 60ms, so you won’t get smoked because of lag. Perfect for mobile games—PUBG, CoD, whatever you’re into.Gym buddy or nah?
Absolutely. They’re IPX5, which means sweat and splashes aren’t an issue. Unless you’re taking them swimming, you’re golden.Work with iPhones?
Yep. Google Fast Pair’s an Android thing, but iPhones connect via Bluetooth 5.2 just fine. You’ll still get all the core features.How’s the noise cancellation, really?
Honestly? It slaps. 46dB Hybrid ANC + AI ENC means your boss, traffic, or noisy neighbors won’t ruin your vibe—music or calls.Can you juggle devices?
Totally. Multipoint lets you stay connected to two devices and swap between them like a pro. No fiddling, just tap and go.So… Should You Buy ’Em?
For ₹1,999? Seriously, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better deal. Whether you’re grinding through Zoom calls, sweating at the gym, or just zoning out on a commute, these buds bring the goods. ANC, killer sound, low-latency gaming, all the trimmings—Boat’s not messing around here. If your budget’s under 2K, honestly, just grab these and thank yourself later.Cheers!