When you’re juggling work, kids, home projects, and the daily hustle, sometimes all you want is a little peace and quiet — or maybe just some great sound to help you power through it. Whether you’re hopping on a Zoom call or zoning out to your favorite playlist, Amazon Basics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones offer a solid, affordable way to tune out distractions and tune in to what matters.

Let’s break down, step-by-step, how to get the most out of these headphones — without overthinking it.

🎧 Step 1: Unbox and Charge Before First Use

Right out of the box, you’ll find:

• The headphones (foldable and travel-ready)

• A USB-C charging cable

• Audio cable for wired use

• Carry pouch

• Quick start guide

✅ Tip: Plug them in for a full charge before first use. The LED indicator will show when it’s ready. You’ll get up to 40 hours of playtime (30 with ANC on) — that’s enough to get you through several workdays or a couple of long flights.

🔌 Step 2: Pair with Your Device

Pairing is as easy as flipping a switch.

1. Press and hold the power button until the LED flashes blue and red.

2. Open Bluetooth settings on your device and select “Amazon Basics ANC Headphones.”

3. Once paired, you’ll hear a voice prompt confirming the connection.

✅ Bonus: You can also use the 3.5mm audio cable if you want to go wired — no battery required for basic listening.

🔇 Step 3: Activate Active Noise Cancelling (ANC)

Here’s where these headphones shine — hybrid ANC technology means you’re blocking out both ambient noise and internal headphone noise.

1. Flip the ANC switch on the left earcup.

2. Feel the immediate drop in background sound — perfect for offices, flights, or noisy homes.

✅ Real Talk from George: No, it won’t cancel everything like $300 headphones, but for its price point, the noise reduction is noticeably effective and genuinely useful.