The second-generation Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones are the latest addition to the Bose noise-cancelling line of headphones. At first glance, not much has changed; the design is nearly identical to the original QC Ultra, except for a sleeker, polished finish on the bar, which connects the headband and earcups.
The earcups are still plastic with soft synthetic leather cushions, but the refresh adds a little more polish to the classic QuietComfort look.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones (2nd Gen) Specifications
While the outside feels familiar, the upgrades inside are more meaningful. The new QC Ultra Headphones support lossless USB-C audio, which delivers clearer, low-latency sound straight from your source device. The 2nd Gen also comes with both 2.5mm and 3.5mm cables in the box for wired listening.
Noise cancellation gets a big upgrade, too. Bose has introduced a new algorithm for adaptive noise control, which reacts more smoothly to sudden sounds like sirens or passing trains.
For moments when you want to hear the world around you, Aware Mode now adjusts more naturally without making your audio dip or cut out. If you’d rather not use ANC at all, you can fully turn it off or tweak the levels in the Bose app.
Additionally, the headphones have a new Cinema audio profile for movies and shows. It widens the soundstage, pushes dialogue forward, and adds spatial effects for a theater-like experience. Bose says the mode also improves podcast and audiobook listening.
The 2nd gen QC Ultra headphones can also run longer, offering up to 30 hours of playback (23 with immersive audio on, 45 with ANC off).
For wireless users, the headphones support Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint connectivity and a wide range of codecs, including AAC, SBC, and aptX Adaptive for Snapdragon Sound-certified devices. The headphones also support Google Fast Pair and Spotify Tap.
Price and availability
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) are available for $450/£450. They come in Black, White Smoke, and two new limited-edition finishes: Driftwood Sand and Midnight Violet.
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