If you just noticed your Bose speakers are not charging or not turning on, then you're not alone. Bose speakers not charging is a common problem and usually can be fixed through a few troubleshooting steps.
The most common solutions for Bose speakers that are not charging are updating the firmware/software, resetting your Bose speaker by holding the Pause/Play or Power button for 10 seconds, or trying the power-cable plug/release trick described below.
Now let's take a look at these steps in more detail and a few other uncommon solutions. Let's dive in!
Bose Speaker Not Charging? Here’s How to Fix It
Before jumping in, make sure you're using a compatible charging cable; using a non-compatible charging cable or a non-original Bose cable can be your issue. With that being said, let's dive in.
Method #1: Reset Your Bose Speakers
Insert your charging cable into your Bose speaker
Hold the Pause/Play button for 10 seconds
That’s it! Your speaker should now begin charging.
(If method #1 didn't seem to solve your issue, jump over to method #2)
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Method #2: Update Firmware Using Bose Website
Bose regularly releases firmware updates to improve performance and fix charging issues. However, a common issue among Bose speakers is that if you happen not to have the latest software updated and deplete your battery, your Bose speakers won't charge or turn on.
Here's how to solve this issue:
Head over to Bose's updater Webpage：https://btu.bose.com/#section=install
Connect your Bose speakers to your PC/laptop via the charging cable
Check if your speakers are up to date; if they're not, a simple update should solve your charging issue.
If Method #2 didn't seem to work, head over to Method #3
Method #3: Perform the Plug-Release Charging Trick
Keep the charging cable near your PC/laptop port
Press & hold the power button
Release the power button and insert the power cable, and simultaneously plug the cable back into your PC/laptop.
Press the power button
(If this method didn't seem to work, move on to method #4)
Method #4: Reset with the Multifunction Button
Insert your charging cable into your Bose speakers
Plug the other end of your cable into a pc/laptop
Press & hold the Multifunction button (3 dots) for 10-15 seconds
While holding the Multifunction button, unplug the cable from your PC, then release the button.
Let go of the Multifunction button
Plug the charger back into your PC
Press the power button
Your device should now be charging.
(If this method didn't work, move on to method #5)
Method #5: Enter Ship Mode to Reboot the Battery
Ship mode simply reboots your device without erasing its settings. Simply put your device in ship mode, plug in the charger to exit ship mode, and leave your device to charge for an hour.
To enable ship mode:
Connect the speaker to a power outlet
Press and hold the Multi-function button for 10 seconds
Unplug the speaker from the power, while still holding the multi-function button
Release the Multi-function button.
Service your device
If you've tried all the steps above with no luck, then your product most likely needs to be serviced.
FAQ：Bose Charging Problems Answered
How do I know if my Bose Speakers are charging?
Your Bose speakers will flash amber, indicating that your device is charging. Once charging has completed, the LED light will turn to a solid green.
Can you overcharge Bose Speakers?
Bose speakers are equipped with lithium-ion batteries; lithium-ion batteries stop charging as soon as your device reaches 100% battery, meaning leaving your speakers plugged in won't overcharge your device. However, exposing your Bose speaker to extreme temperatures may permanently damage the battery.
On average, it takes 3 hours for your Bose speakers to fully charge; However, many factors can extend or reduce this time, for example, the type of charger you’re using, battery health, and whether you're using the speaker while charging.Your speakers' battery health, & if the charger is in use while charging.
Is it bad to use my speakers while charging?
Using your Bose speakers while in charge does not have any negative impact on the speaker or its batteries; however, it takes longer for your speakers to charge.
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Ganz herzlichen Dank für Ihre Ratschläge; schon Tip Nr. 1 hat geholfen. Bose wollte, dass ich das Gerät zur Wartung einschicke für 55€ und eine Dauer von ca. 5 Wochen.