October 30, 2025

Noise cancellation and its impact on call quality and productivity

Working from home has many advantages: flexibility, more time with family, and freedom to organize your routine. However, anyone who has participated in an online meeting with a dog barking in the background or heard construction work going on in the street knows that noise can be a major challenge. That's where a technology capable of transforming the communication experience comes in: noise cancellation.

In this article, you will understand how this technology works, why it is essential for those who work remotely, and how to choose the ideal noise-canceling headset to increase your productivity and improve the quality of your calls.

The problem of noise in remote work

In offices, it is already common to deal with side conversations, ringing phones, and other sounds typical of corporate environments. In the home office, the challenges are different but equally complicated: doorbells ringing, neighbors making noise, children playing, or even the sound of household appliances.

These external sounds affect us in two main ways:

• Impaired communication: those on the call may not hear you clearly or may be distracted by background noise;
• Decline in productivity: even when there are no meetings, constant noise makes it difficult to concentrate, making tasks that require focus much more time-consuming.

According to a study by the University of California, Irvine, led by Professor Gloria Mark, it takes about 23 minutes and 15 seconds for a professional to return to their previous level of concentration after an interruption.

How does noise cancellation work?

Noise cancellation is a technology that identifies unwanted sounds around the user and neutralizes them. This is done using technologies that capture external sounds and generate an "inverse wave," canceling out these noises.

There are two main types of noise cancellation:

• Passive: works as a physical barrier. Ear protectors block external sounds.
• Active: goes beyond the physical barrier. It uses technology to identify and cancel noise in real time, providing a quiet environment even in busy places.

In modern corporate equipment, the two systems are combined, ensuring crystal-clear audio for both speakers and listeners.

Benefits of noise cancellation for the home office

Adopting noise-canceling headphones is not just a matter of comfort, but a strategy to improve communication and optimize your routine. Here are the main benefits:

1. More professional calls

In online meetings, first impressions count for a lot. External sounds, such as horns or voices in the background, can give the impression of disorganization. With noise cancellation, your voice comes through clearly, without interference, showing professionalism and conveying confidence.

2. More focus and concentration

When the brain does not have to deal with auditory distractions, it becomes easier to concentrate on complex tasks. This results in greater productivity and reduced mental fatigue at the end of the day.

3. Less stress

Constant noise is a source of stress and can even impact emotional health. Working in a quieter environment promotes well-being, helping you stay calm even on busy days.

FLT noise suppressor: clean audio in real time

Felitron offers a powerful solution to ensure flawless calls: the FLT Noise Suppressor app. Using artificial intelligence and machine learning, it acts as a smart filter between your Felitron headset and the communication platform you are using.

FLT Noise Suppressor identifies and eliminates unwanted noise in real time, such as dog barking, children playing, heavy traffic, construction, or even the sound of the TV and appliances running. This ensures that only your voice is transmitted clearly, regardless of your surroundings.

See how this solution adapts to different scenarios:

• In call centers: improves the customer experience by eliminating noise from the service environment.
• In your home office: transform any room in your house into a professional space for meetings and calls.

Compatible with the leading communication platforms on the market, the FLT Noise Suppressor is the ideal choice for those seeking excellence in audio and productivity, even in challenging environments.

If you are looking for more focus, professional calls, noise cancellation, and a work environment free from sound distractions, it's time to take the next step. Discover the FLT Noise Suppressor, the ultimate solution for those who value audio quality and productivity in their home office.