# Sennheiser AMBEO® SmartHeadset

> Control and customize Sennheiser AMBEO Smart Headset for 3D audio recording and playback. (iPhone/iPad app by Apogee Electronics Corp.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sennheiser-ambeo-smartheadset/id1231509105 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Apogee Electronics Corp](https://appshunter.io/developer/591261067)
- Category: Photo & Video, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.40/5 from 27 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.3.3 · 78 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China)
- Released: 2017-10-20
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sennheiser-ambeo-smartheadset/id1231509105/reviews.md

## What is Sennheiser AMBEO® SmartHeadset?

With Sennheiser's AMBEO Smart Headset, capture the world around you in immersive 3D audio!  The Smart Headset control app enhances your experience with additional features and customization options.

- With the Situational Awareness setting, turn on Active Noise Cancellation to tune out distractions and tune into your music and video. Or, turn on Transparent Hearing to blend your surroundings with your music for the perfect level of awareness. Enable alternate Transparent Hearing levels to adapt to different surroundings like concerts, urban settings or quiet spaces.

- Set the Recording Level of the 3D microphones for Natural level (general surroundings) or Reduce level (loud concerts and other high volume events).

- Personalize your playback EQ response with two music settings, a spoken word setting, or your own EQ curve.

- Customize the Smart Slider for an array of functions, from quickly launching your favorite audio or video recording app to enabling Interact mode to communicate with those around you.

- Enable Voice Prompts for an audible confirmation of settings changes made with the Situational Awareness rocker switch and Smart Slider.

- Get up and running with the Quickstart guide -  a convenient reference for the Smart Headset's features and controls.

- Update your Smart Headset: check the current firmware version and update if necessary.

## Key features

- Situational Awareness (ANC/Transparent Hearing)
- Adjustable Recording Levels
- Personalized Playback EQ
- Customizable Smart Slider
- Voice Prompts for Settings
- Quickstart Guide
- Firmware Updates

## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sennheiser-ambeo-smartheadset/id1231509105/reviews.md

### 3/5 — please update this

*2024-12-31, version 1.04*

hi, I really like the headphones and wish they would be still supported now with USB-C devices like iPad Pro. Please update your apps ande eventually the headphones`firmware so we dont have to trahs them. I am using the official adapter, but of course the headphones are not detected.

### 1/5 — Needs update for USB C adapter

*2024-04-04*

This headset no longer connects to the app on iPhone 15 ProMax with the Anker C to lightning adapter.

### 1/5 — No updates for USB C adapters.

*2024-03-03*

I bought the Anker lightning to USBC adapter to use my headset with my iPhone 15 Pro Max. It just says “please connect to lightning port”. They are now useless.

### 5/5 — Not good

*2023-11-10, version 1.04*

Download problems and voice not good

### 3/5 — iPhone 15/15Pro Adapter Support Please

*2023-10-25*

Can we get USB-C adapter support using the AMBEO Smart Headset? I want to be able to continue to use that headset with my USB-C Apple device. Seems like a pretty easy update to the app.

### 1/5 — They removed natural sound

*2023-08-13*

No longer allow you to access healing 428, 432 or 444 natural hertz frequency they want you to listen to 666 Hz You May Ask Why? I would not deal with any company that’s trying to push Black Rock NWO agenda

### 3/5 — 5 - 2 = only 3 stars 😕

*2023-03-21, version 1.04*

Cause of the EQ issue only 3 stars. (No presets, Custom settings disappear)

### 1/5 — Eq Lazer

*2022-09-27, version 1.04*

Fix eq lazer I can’t save

### 3/5 — MIC gain fehlt

*2022-09-18, version 1.04*

Eigentlich sind es tolle Kopfhörer - grade wenn man kreativ ist: man kann sie sogar als Grenzflächenmicros nutzen. Wenn - ja wenn es die Möglichkeit einer manuellen Aussteuerung gäbe. Aber aus mir unerfindlichen Gründen wird das verhindert.

Ich kenne so viele Musikerkollegen, die ein solches Mikrofon lieben würden - und es aufgrund dieses Problems nicht nutzen können. 

Also: sennheiser, implementiert die Funktion und ich bin restlos glücklich!

### 1/5 — Sterbender Schwan

*2022-01-28, version 1.04*

App funktioniert leider nicht bei Ipad Pro mit usb-c und Adapter. Kopfhörer wird von der App nicht erkannt. 😡 Schade eigentlich, war von der Aufnahmequalität begeistert.

## Frequently asked questions about Sennheiser AMBEO® SmartHeadset

### What does the Sennheiser AMBEO SmartHeadset app do?

The app enhances the functionality of the Sennheiser AMBEO Smart Headset by providing advanced control and customization options. It allows users to manage features like Situational Awareness (Active Noise Cancellation and Transparent Hearing), adjust recording levels, personalize playback EQ, and customize the Smart Slider.

### How can I adjust noise cancellation and ambient sound with this app?

The Situational Awareness setting lets you control your audio experience. You can enable Active Noise Cancellation to block out distractions or use Transparent Hearing to blend your surroundings with your music. The app offers alternate Transparent Hearing levels to adapt to various environments like concerts or quiet spaces.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the Sennheiser AMBEO SmartHeadset app is free to download and use. It is designed to complement the Sennheiser AMBEO Smart Headset hardware and does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements.

### What are the benefits of customizing the Smart Slider?

The Smart Slider can be customized for a variety of functions to streamline your workflow. You can assign it to quickly launch your favorite audio or video recording app, or enable Interact mode to easily communicate with people around you without removing your headset.

### Can I update the firmware of my headset using this app?

Yes, the app allows you to check the current firmware version of your Sennheiser AMBEO Smart Headset and update it if a newer version is available. This ensures you have the latest features and performance improvements for your device.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.04 — 2020-12-01

resolve Firmware Update issues
Issues with EQ to be resolved in a future update

### 1.03 — 2020-11-21

Now compatible with iOS 14 and above
EQ Preset issues to be resolved in a future revision

### 1.02 — 2018-07-12

AMBEO Overview and demo videos now included in the QuickStart Guide. Connection of the Smart Headset isn't required to view the videos.
Simplified Chinese localization of all app controls is now supported.

### 1.01 — 2017-12-11

Ambeo Smart Headset firmware 1.0.45
Bugfixes and expanded firmware update support

### 1.0 — 2017-10-20

No release notes.

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