Soundcore - by Anker Life Dot 2 XR True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones - Gray

Name: Soundcore - by Anker Life Dot 2 XR True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones - Gray
Brand: Soundcore
SKU: 6453194
Rating: 4.3 (218 reviews)

Model: A3931ZA1

SKU: 6453194

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Key Specs
- Noise Cancelling (Active): true
- Connection Type: Wireless
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- True Wireless: true (These headphones not only lack wires between the device and headphones, they also lack wires between the headphones themselves. (true wireless is really only possible with in-ear headphones))
- Water Resistant: true (Resists some degree of water penetration.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Microphone Features: Noise cancelling, Fixed
- Headphone Fit: In-Ear
- Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Ear Tip Sizes Included: Large, Medium, Small
General
- Product Name: by Anker Life Dot 2 XR True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones
- Brand: Soundcore
- Ear Cushions: true
- Ear Tip Sizes Included: Large, Medium, Small
- Model Number: A3931ZA1
- Color: Gray
Audio
- Noise Cancelling (Active): true
- Sound Isolating: false
- Environmental Noise Control: true (A technology that automatically or manually adjusts, or eliminates, ambient background sound to allow conversational voices to be heard clearer.)
- Integrated Amplifier: false
- Volume Limiting Function: false
Connectivity
- Connection Type: Wireless
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- True Wireless: true (These headphones not only lack wires between the device and headphones, they also lack wires between the headphones themselves. (true wireless is really only possible with in-ear headphones))
Features
- Water Resistant: true (Resists some degree of water penetration.)
- Waterproof: true (Designed or treated to be impervious to water in certain situations. Products are tested under controlled laboratory conditions and then assigned an Ingress Protection (IP) rating to denote the degree of protection from water ingress. The level of protection may decrease over time with natural wear of the product.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Microphone Features: Noise cancelling, Fixed
- Bone Conducting Technology: false
- Lighting Type: None
Design
- Headphone Fit: In-Ear
- Style: Sports and Exercise
Power
- Rechargeable: true
- Charging Accessory Included: Cable, Case
- Fast Charging: 10min=1.5hours (Quick charge technologies typically use higher voltages and/or charging interfaces to fill a device's battery capacity faster than standard charging speeds.)
- Charging Interface(s): USB-C (The connection for transmitting power to charge the device.)
Compatibility
- Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: 18 months
- Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: 18 months
Other
- UPC: 194644059668

Life Dot 2 XR is optimized for noise cancelling— changing its settings depending on your surroundings. On top of this it delivers thumping beats, clear calls, and a 35-hour playtime. Using the Soundcore app, you can customize your touch controls and sound profile to perfectly fit the way you listen.

Hear Nothing But Everything: Get optimized noise canceling in any scenario thanks to Multimode Hybrid ANC. On the go, on your commute, or indoors, the only thing you’ll hear is music
Thumping Sound: An oversized 11mm bio-composite driver generates ear bouncing beats and bass
Super Clear Calls: 4 beam-forming microphones isolate vocals from background noise so your voice is delivered with superb clarity
35-Hour Playtime: Get 7 hours’ listening on a single charge of the earbuds, then use the compact charging case to recharge them another 4 times
Take Control: Customize each earbuds’ touch controls via the free Soundcore app and adjust the sound profile to suit your tunes

Whats Included

USB-C cable
Wing tips
Charging case
Earwing

Q: What is the difference between this earbud and Anker Soundcore life a2 NC? Does this earbud have a transparent mode?

A: The life A2 NC model have 6 microphones and the lifedot 2 XR have 4 microphones

Q: Can you tell me if this product has wireless charging capability?

A: The charging pod charges by USB Type C, and the earbuds can only be charged inside of the pod. I hope this info helps.

Q: Do both earbuds have independent phone call abilities? I often switch between the right and left ear only while working and need the ability to recieve calls from either one if in use.

A: Only right ear for answering calls

Q: Is the Life Dot 2 XR an older version of the Life A2 NC? Which one is a better for Active Noise Cancellation?

A: Thanks for your message. They are similar versions. Life A2 NC is better for Active Noise Cancellation. Please feel free to contact us via [email protected] if there is anything we can help you with.

Q: My headphones are acting as different devices is there a way to fix this?

A: I had the same experience out of the box. When I tried to pair with BT, I saw two devices available and both are called 'Soundcore Life Dot 2 XR'. I paired with one of them and its only the left channel. I paired with the other and that enables only the other channel. And the sound is routed only to the last channel connected. When you open the app, it only sees one channel as active. Could not get it to work as a pair. To fix it, I reset the headphones. Put the phones back in the charging case, keep the case open, connect case with the cable to a charging device, press the button at the bottom of the charging case and keep it pressed for about 5 or 6 seconds until you see the flashing lights on the phones flash red. Keep the button pressed and wait until the flashing red light disappears and release the button. Now forget any existing BT connection to your source and re-establish the BT connection. Hope this is helpful

Q: So if these turn off, like if I put them in my pocket then try to use them later, there's no way to turn them back on without fetching the case?? I'm in a store shopping and tried to use these w/my phone but they won't turn back on. What's up with that?!

A: Just pause your music next time. Turn it back on when you leave. You won’t forget them in your pocket and have them go through the wash.

Q: I bought these earbuds about 1 month ago and the right earbud has very low volume is there a fix?

A: Thank you so much for sharing your experience. It's unusual for this product to be acting like this, and we would love to get you what you need! If possible, please try the following steps to see if the issue persists: - Use a Q-tip with a bit of rubbing alcohol to gently clean the metal mesh filter under the rubber ear tips. This is best done when sound is playing through your earbuds at max volume. -Reset your headphone: 1. Open the charging case; 2. Press and hold the button behind the charging case for 10 seconds. The LED indicators of the earbuds will flash red 3 times and then the right LED rapidly flash white If it doesn’t help, please reach out to us via support [email protected] or call us at +1 (800) 988 7973. We are more than happy to assist you further. We offer an 18-month warranty for this product, plus lifetime technical support. Our standard for responding to email quests is less than 24 hours, and we look forward to hearing from you!

Q: Do these work with Windows PC? How do you control volume when connected to PC?

A: Soundcore Life Dot 2 XR can work with Windows PC that has Bluetooth function. You could customize the buttons' functions on SoundCore APP. Setting up the button function for volume on SoundCore, and then you can control the volume through the buttons of the earbuds.

Customers are saying

Customers are enthusiastic about the Anker Life Dot 2 XR True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-Ear Headphones, particularly praising the sound quality, battery life, comfort, and fit. Many customers rave about the excellent sound quality and long battery life, while others appreciate the comfortable and snug fit of the earbuds. The affordable price point is also a hit, with customers feeling they are getting great value for their money.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Active Noise Canceling Gets Next Level Step Up
The True Wireless ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) Soundcore Life Dot 2 XR earbuds will help you rock out your next workout. Sync with the wireless earbuds and the Soundcore App via Bluetooth for a variety of options to customize with an EQ, ANC, and more. Choose your size for earwings and eartips in the box for the earbuds. • I have really enjoyed these wireless earbuds. I think the sound is great and well rounded with 11mm drivers. I love the fact the earbuds stay in my ears and don’t slip or move around when I am jogging. Whether I was on the treadmill or the in the outdoors, the ANC is outstanding. The Soundcore App is a necessity that makes changes for the earbuds on the fly. Charging the wireless earbuds was no hassle as they magnetically lock in the case (with a 10 min charge for 1 ½ hrs of playtime). • The case felt quality when opening or closing it. Three points of light are for seeing how much battery life in the case for charging the wireless earbuds. You can get up to 7 hours of life with the wireless earbuds and then recharge them up to 5 times once the case is fully charged (for a total of 35 hours!). If you need a quick charge for your earbuds, just charge them in the case for 10 minutes to get 1 ½ Hours of playtime. The wireless earbuds have a real nice distribution of weight and fit easily in my ears. Despite sweating while working out I never had to worry about the wireless earbuds falling out or getting wet. The earbuds are water resistant with an IPX5 Rating and several fitting options in the case to fit comfortable (4 extra eartips set and 2 extra rubber earwings set). You can also get phone calls through the wireless earbuds while in Bluetooth mode from your cellphone. There are 4 microphones that are used during phonecalls; one each on the inner part of the earbud and one each just on the outside of each earbud. • To get started I downloaded the Soundcore App on my cellphone and signed up for a Soundcore account. My account activated from an email link I clicked on. Once I was in the App, I opened the case, removed the film from each earbud and placed them back in the case leaving the top open. The App connected via Bluetooth to my cellphone pairing automatically. The earbuds have a memory from the last connection and reconnect when you open the lid from the case. To make sure you have the correct earbud one will have an L and the other earbud a R. • Once in the App there was a meter of power for each earbud, an EQ, controls and settings. Probably the most customization you can do is with the Ambient Noise. You can choose from Noise Cancellation, a Transparency mode and lastly a Normal setting. Each one has several options, but I found the best sound for me was with the Fully Transparent mode. When I went out on my jogging I enjoyed hearing the music from the wireless earbuds via Bluetooth and hearing the ambient surrounding me to keep me safe from vehicles on the roads. • The EQ has many, many choices depending on what you listen to or what you want from a particular band or station. One of the great things making changes on the App is the earbuds respond immediately. Settings for EQ include: Soundcore Signature, Acoustic, different Bass options, a Podcast mode, Electronic, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Pop and many more to suite your taste in music. I really liked the Soundcore Signature mode for full spectrum sounding music with an emphasis on some Bass. The wireless earbuds have 11mm drivers that are pretty large considering its size in an earbud! Music really surrounds you when the music hits your ears! • Controls are simple and intuitive. Music: Tap x2 on the right earbud to play or pause and tap x2 on the left earbud to move to next song. Calls: Tap x2 on the right earbud to answer or hangup and tap x2 on the left earbud to talk. Ambient Sound: Hold for 2 secs on either earbud to activate the Noise canceling, Transparency mode and Normal mode. The Anker Soundcore Life Dot 2 XR True Wireless Earbuds have a great system of options for Active Noise Canceling. You can control the precise sounds you want, in any environment you are in. These earbuds have a small learning curve with a ton of options in fit, sound of music and even managing phone calls. The Soundcore App provides a way to make all changes to the earbuds instantaneous. The fact that these are wireless earbuds means no cords get in the way. A charging case that provides all the juice you will need to exercise or just simply enjoy music.
Posted 4 years ago by stoptheclocks
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Wow, Wow, Wow
Wow, Wow, Wow I was not expecting this experience especially at this price. By far the best fit and sound I have experienced to date. (Better than even another premium brand name set I have that cost much more) Finally, some ear buds with BASS. These Dot 2 XR’s have bass and sound great throughout the entire sound spectrum. I do not think I will ever reach for any of my other headphones in my collection (Which is a lot) Comfort – I almost gave up on earbuds as it seemed like every pair I have tried in the past either had terrible bass or fit terrible. They fell out constantly. The fit of these is great, they actually stay in my ears. They are also so light you hardly know when you have them in. I use them mostly with the Noise Cancellation mode on as you get the best sound in this mode. However, people can sneak up on you as they really cancel out all other sound. I do use in transparency mode at my desk at times for that reason. You also have a ‘Normal’ option as well. Noise cancellation – this was a surprise as well. My test is always my tractor for this sound quality. This is the first set of ear buds that cancelled most of the sound. I actually had these Dot 2 XR’s in my ears and playing music when I started my tractor and at first I thought maybe there was something wrong with the engine as I hardly heard it. Again… wow. They really work. The app – Works well. This app provides you the ability to easily select the ambient noise options along with EQ and control options. i.e., change the default touch settings. Calls – Sound quality is great on both ends. My wife is the first to let me know when the sound is bad on my end. This time around she did not even realize I had the ear buds in when we spoke. Battery - I run them of and on all day at my desk throughout my workday and they last all day. Grant it, sometimes on standby. I would say I get about 6- 7 hours. You can also put them in the case to recharge as the case will recharge then up to 5 times (35 hrs). I would say this is accurate as I have owned for about a week and have not plugged in the case after the initial charge. They fast charge as well. With 10 minutes of charge, you can get 1.5 hours of listening. IPX5 water resistance makes them safe to getting caught in the rain, sweat etc. Now I usually have my list of CONS that I share, but honestly, I do not have any. BOTTOM LINE – BUY THESE! YOU WON’T REGRET IT.
Posted 4 years ago by Mukman
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
LifeDot 2 XR Perform well
Anker's Soundcore Life Dot 2 XR are really great earbuds that you can casually use and they look really stylish as well. The design of the case and earbuds is compact and overall nice. For this price point, these ANC headphones sound amazing and I've been using them for about a week. They sound amazing with clarity through the earbuds, I was thoroughly impressed by the way they sound with heavy bass rattling the inside drivers. They have a punchy bass at full volume and it’s something I enjoy; it doesn’t drown out other sounds as everything is crystal clear. There really isn’t much to say here because the sound quality is excellent on its own. There isn’t much in the box. There are tons of inserts that you can replace to fit into your ear, earbuds, case, and USB-C cord. Life Dot 2 XR has three different ANC modes that are easy to access with the app or on the earbuds themselves. There are three ANC modes to choose from. (Indoor, Outdoor, and Transport which basically translate to On, Off, and Hybrid modes.) Hybrid ANC mode allows for you to have all the sound but also listen out for things in the real world. A standard feature to really have in this day and age of earbuds but they work extremely well here. Call quality was also excellent as it has four microphones isolate your voice in the background sound. I don’t sound like I’m underwater when calling someone finally. The case is compact, small, and keeps the earbuds charged up. I managed to charge up the earbuds four times before the case itself ran out of juice. Each time lasted me 7 hours on average. USB-C on the back of the case to make for speedy charging in an instant. The design of the earbuds are about what modern wireless earbuds look like without sticking out of your ears. They are not a head-turner by any means but they don’t have to be, they really don’t stand out which is perfect. They connect to the phone quickly as well. The Soundcore app has improved over time. Anker stepped up their game and made the app actually functional and useable. It’s much easier to navigate and use with less clutter in the way of you and the app. If you don’t want to fiddle with the touch controls of the earbuds for ANC, here you can quickly turn it on or off. As well as presets for EQ everything here works. There are some settings for other products Anker offers. The app is also designed well so it’s easier for you to find what you’re looking for. I think at this price you were getting everything that you were looking for from earbuds that you can quickly take with you. LifeDot 2 XR is pretty much everything you need today from ANC, Wireless, and Quickly connect. Nothing here seems out of place so to me there are really solid earbuds that give you tons of value for your money.
Posted 4 years ago by CrysisComplex