Bose - Ultra Open-Ear True Wireless Open Earbuds - Desert Gold
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Specifications
- Noise Cancelling (Active)NoSound ModeStereo, Simulated SurroundConnection TypeWirelessWireless ConnectivityBluetoothTrue WirelessYesMaximum Wireless Range30 feet
- Key Specs
- Noise Cancelling (Active): false
- Sound Mode: Stereo, Simulated Surround
- Connection Type: Wireless
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- True Wireless: true (These headphones not only lack wires between the device and headphones, they also lack wires between the headphones themselves. (true wireless is really only possible with in-ear headphones))
- Maximum Wireless Range: 30 feet
- Water Resistant: true (Resists some degree of water penetration.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Carrying Case: true
- Headphone Fit: Open-Ear
- Battery Life: 7 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
- Battery Charge Time: 1 hours (Battery charge time will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. Charging time will likely decrease with time and usage of the battery.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- General
- Brand: Bose
- Model Number: 881046-0100
- Product Name: Ultra Open-Ear True Wireless Open Earbuds
- Color: Desert Gold
- League/Association: Not Applicable
- Audio
- Noise Cancelling (Active): false
- Sound Isolating: true
- Environmental Noise Control: false (A technology that automatically or manually adjusts, or eliminates, ambient background sound to allow conversational voices to be heard clearer.)
- Volume Limiting Function: false
- Sound Mode: Stereo, Simulated Surround
- Connectivity
- Connection Type: Wireless
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- True Wireless: true (These headphones not only lack wires between the device and headphones, they also lack wires between the headphones themselves. (true wireless is really only possible with in-ear headphones))
- Bluetooth Version: 5.3 (The Bluetooth specification formalized by the Bluetooth Special Interest Group. All versions of the Bluetooth standard are backwards compatible with previous versions.)
- Maximum Wireless Range: 30 feet
- Number Of Devices Connectable Simultaneously: 1
- Features
- Water Resistant: true (Resists some degree of water penetration.)
- Waterproof: false (Designed or treated to be impervious to water in certain situations. Products are tested under controlled laboratory conditions and then assigned an Ingress Protection (IP) rating to denote the degree of protection from water ingress. The level of protection may decrease over time with natural wear of the product.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Carrying Case: true
- Controls: Track selection, Call, Voice assistant
- Body Metrics Measured: Not Applicable, Not Applicable
- Bone Conducting Technology: false
- Number of Programmable Buttons: 1
- Lighting Type: None
- Maximum Talk Time: 7 hours
- Stand-By Time: 2 days (Amount of time it takes for the device to deplete a single battery charge when powered on but not in active use. This length of time is dependent on the network environment the device is connected to, if applicable, and the applications running.)
- AI Translation: None (Artificial Intelligence (AI) can automatically translate some speech and text functions to allow for conversations with others even if you don’t speak the same language.)
- Design
- Headphone Fit: Open-Ear
- Style: Travel
- Power
- Rechargeable: true
- Battery Life: 7 hours (Battery life will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. As with all batteries, the maximum capacity of this battery will decrease with time and usage.)
- Battery Charge Time: 1 hours (Battery charge time will vary depending on the product configuration, product model, applications loaded on the product, power management setting of the product and the product features used by the customer. Charging time will likely decrease with time and usage of the battery.)
- Charging Accessory Included: Cable, Case
- Battery Life Provided by Charging Case: 19.5 hours
- Charging Interface(s): USB-C (The connection for transmitting power to charge the device.)
- On/Off Switch: Automatic
- Compatibility
- Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 0.73 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 0.67 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Length: 1.07 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Weight: 0.014 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 017817860048
To the music lovers with a playlist for every mood and moment, meet your new obsession. Bose designed earbuds with OpenAudio technology that combines complete openness to your surroundings with rich, private sound only you can hear. Get your run on, take a call, go all day. Do whatever your thing is and pause for nothing. Compromise? A word you don’t believe in. With Bose Immersive Audio, the open-ear headphones don’t just feel good and look good, they bring you closer to your music. Bose Immersive Audio spatializes music so you’re not only listening to the music. You’re in it. Are you ready to change the way you listen?
- Open your ears to the world: Now with smoother ear-to-ear syncing and a more refined experience when not playing content. Hear all of what’s around you while enjoying rich, private sound. The earbuds' open-ear design says, “I can still hear you” while OpenAudio technology provides you with high-quality, private sound.
- Be in the music —anywhere, everywhere.: Get your run on, take a call, go all day. Do whatever your thing is and pause for nothing. Bose Immersive Audio spatializes music so you’re not only listening to the music. You’re in it.
- A sight for sore ears.: Designed for comfortable all-day wear, you'll put these on and never want to take them off. The Bose Ultra Open Earbuds feature a flexible joint and stable, light-as-air-grip – you’ll forget you’re even wearing them.
- Stay charged and never miss a beat.: With up to 7 hours of play time (up to 4 hours with Immersive Audio)¹ or up to 48 hours of standby,² you’re equipped with the power of long-lasting battery life. Plus, the included charging case provides up to an extra 19.5 hours of power, making it perfect for on-the-go charging³.
- Press, play, enjoy.: Simple, satisfying button controls make it super easy to switch between stereo and immersive modes, giving you instant command over your listening experience. With just a press, effortlessly control your music and answer calls. Plus, Auto Volume works like magic to keep your music audible even as the volume of your surroundings change. Just turn it on in the Bose app and move from place to place without needing to adjust a thing.
- Water resistance with IPX4.: Get splashed on, dripped on, sprayed on. No worries here. The Bose Ultra Open Earbuds can handle it. Acoustic mesh keeps out moisture and debris, so you can keep on listening.
- Plays nicely with other Bose products.: Indulge in TV time without bothering anyone. Thanks to Bose SimpleSync technology, you can pair your open-ear wireless headphones with Bose smart soundbars and speakers for a personal TV listening experience with independent volume control.
- Seamless connection with advanced Bluetooth 5.3.: Now with improved Bluetooth connectivity and easier, quicker setup. Advanced Bluetooth 5.3 offers a strong, continuous connection within 30 feet of your device.
- Control everything through the Bose app.: Take personalization even further with Adjustable EQ settings in the Bose app. Control bass, mid-range, and treble levels as you go. Or use the app to check battery life, customize a shortcut, and manage connected devices.
Whats Included
- Ultra Open Earbuds - Black
- USB-C Cable
- Charging Case
- Safety Sheet
Product Manuals
Disclaimers
- Bose, OpenAudio, and SimpleSync are trademarks of Bose Corporation.
- The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Bose Corporation is under license.
- USB Type-C and USB-C are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum.
- Use of this product while operating a bicycle may be prohibited by law in some locations. Always use caution and follow applicable laws.
- ¹ Testing conducted by Bose with audio playback at a loudness of 75 dBA. Battery life varies based on settings and usage.
- ² Testing conducted by Bose by removing fully charged earbuds from the case, connecting to a phone with no content playing, and maintaining connection until earbud battery depletion.
- ³ Testing conducted by Bose by inserting battery-depleted earbuds into a fully charged case, charging to 100% (or until the case battery was depleted), playing audio at a loudness of 75 dBA until earbud battery depletion, and repeating until case battery depletion.
Q: What is the maximum wireless range?
A: The maximum wireless range is 30 feet.
Q: Is there a carrying case included?
A: Yes, these earbuds come with a carrying case.
A: The battery life is 7 hours.
Q: Do the earbuds have active noise cancellation?
A: The Bose Ultra Open-Ear True Wireless Open Earbuds do not have active noise cancellation.
Q: How long does it take to fully charge the earbuds?
A: The earbuds have a battery charge time of 1 hour.
A: Horrible
Q: Are this waterproof? Noise cancellation?
A: The Ultra Open Earbuds do not have noise cancellation, due to their open-ear design. The earbuds have a water resistance rating of IPX4, meaning they can withstand splashes of water. The charging case is rated at IPX1, meaning it is only protected against vertically falling water drops.
Q: Are these worth the hefty price tag?
A: Only you can answer that. If you like Bose sound quality these will not disappoint. The open experience is a bit different but I find it to be fine. Comfort is superb. So for me, yes.
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To the music lovers with a playlist for every mood and moment, meet your new obsession. Bose designed earbuds with OpenAudio technology that combines complete openness to your surroundings with rich, private sound only you can hear. Get your run on, take a call, go all day. Do whatever your thing is and pause for nothing. Compromise? A word you don’t believe in. With Bose Immersive Audio, the open-ear headphones don’t just feel good and look good, they bring you closer to your music. Bose Immersive Audio spatializes music so you’re not only listening to the music. You’re in it. Are you ready to change the way you listen?
Feel your music more. With the Bose QuietComfort Ultra True Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, you get breakthrough spatial audio for more natural-sounding music, no matter the source. These wireless earbuds use immersive sound to bring the music from inside your head – right in front of you. And for the noises you don’t want to hear, the QC Ultra Earbuds offer world-class noise cancelation. The CustomTune technology analyzes your ear’s shape and adapts the sound and noise cancelling to it. The innovation doesn’t just stop at the premium sound, the design of these in-ear headphones is a one-of-a-kind experience too. You get nine combinations of eartip and stability band sizes to choose from. And up to 6 hours of play time (up to 4 hours with Immersive Audio)¹ keeps your favorite music playing as long as you want. The included case holds up to three additional charges. Connect to your devices with advanced Bluetooth 5.3 and keep track of what you have paired in the Bose app. It also walks you through setup, lets you customize a shortcut, and access Adjustable EQ settings.
Level up with QuietComfort Ultra headphones – immersive, personalized sound meets premium, next-level noise cancelling headphones in striking colors. Pushing the boundaries with breakthrough spatial audio, these wireless headphones take what you’re hearing inside your head and place it in front of you for more natural, real sounding music. Whatever your music source, it’s just like listening to it live when you’re wearing the QC Ultra headphones. Unique to Bose, the QC Ultra headphones feature CustomTune technology which analyzes your ear’s shape and adapts the audio performance so everything you listen to hits exactly as it should. You won’t want to take them off because of the refined and premium materials. The cushions wrap your ears in a soft hug. The headband spreads pressure evenly. And sleek metal arms add a statement of sophisticated design. Connect to your devices with advanced Bluetooth 5.3 headphones and keep track of what you have paired in the Bose app. It also walks you through setup, gives you access to Adjustable EQ settings, and more. The QuietComfort Ultra headphones, sound just got real.
AirPods Pro 3. Up to 2x more Active Noise Cancellation than AirPods Pro 2. Now with heart rate sensing, Live Translation, longer battery life, and advancements in hearing health. Redesigned for a more secure fit.
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| Sound Quality, Comfort | There were no pros for this product— | There were no pros for this product— | Sound Quality, Comfort, Battery Life, Fit, Connectivity |
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| There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— | Design |
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Sounding Open Ear Buds for Biking, Walks
I love these! I am an AirPods devotee but didn't trust them to stay in my ear while working out or riding my bike and the transparency function on the AirPods is a bit disarming. I had a cheap pair of Anker clip ons that were ok, and I discovered that clip on earbuds were perfect for bike riding -- I could hear music or podcasts while riding and yet still hear the hum of car engines and other outside sounds. The sound on the Anker buds were ok, but not great so I decided to upgrade to a pair of Bose Open Ear. The Bose Open Ears provide amazing sound, stay on my ears and are comfortable to wear. They charge seamlessly in their case and seem to last long enough for my uses. The midnight blue color is lovely. They look strange but the clip onto the side of the ear and stay put. The round side goes behind your ear and the other side rests in your ear. Pulling them closer to the ear canal gives you a louder sound, less outside noise while they provide less sound to your ears if they rest higher up. There is an app where you can control the tone, set them up to connect up to two devices simultaneously, and turn off the enhanced sound for better battery life. If you have newer Bose products, it's the same app. My other Bose products are a little old so I have two apps, one for the old Bose stuff, one for these new Open Ears. These are NOT noise cancelling earbuds. Use your AirPods or other ear pods for that. These are great for when you want music but you also want to be able to hear around you in a non-jarring way. Go on walks, take them to the gym, hop on your bike (probably not motorcycles). My only real qualm is that, as an AirPods user, I am used to knowing how much battery is left in my charging case. Even in the app, these don't show you the percentage. You just get vague white and orange lights that tell you when might want to charge them. The buds themselves, however, will tell you their battery is full when you put them in your ears, typical to Bose products. Overall, I am so happy with my purchase. I got them on sale and open box so I thought that the sale price was right for these devices (~$150). Full price is a little steep.
This review is from Bose - Ultra Open-Ear True Wireless Open Earbuds - Lunar Blue
ravenmad1 Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome earbuds for awareness
Let me start off by saying these are not for everyone. These are awesome earbuds depending on your needs. The sound is crisp, the battery life is great, bass is good. How they clip onto your ear is very cool and innovative. I can wear these headphones at work the entire 12 hours comfortably. They are very pricey but worth it to me because I need to be aware of my surroundings and the sound is amazing. I turned on the immersive feature and it’s like you have music playing in your head, I love it. Again, very pricey at $300.00 but what do you expect they are Bose. No noise canceling on these for obvious reasons. If you like to jog outside or want to use them for work these are perfect for you. If you’re looking for perfect sound/bass with noise canceling do not buy these. There are a ton of better options. These are specifically meant for people who want to be aware of outside noises/surroundings. If you have issues with real earbuds falling out or are hurting your ears, these are for you. These earbuds just clip onto your ear with ease. I love the premium feel of the case as well.
This review is from Bose - Ultra Open-Ear True Wireless Open Earbuds - Black
Micstev Posted
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great sounding earbuds
I purchased these the other week and have not been disappointed. The sound quality is excellent and there is plenty of bass for me. I can still hear things around me with these earbuds in and they are extremely comfortable to wear. One of the biggest things ive never liked about most earbuds is they always feel like theyre falling out of my ears. Not these! They feel very stable in my ears and are not annoying to wear in the least. I absolutely love the unorthodox design. These are light years better than the Powerbeats Pro i purchased last year. If you don’t mind dropping $300 on a pair of earbuds, these are very well worth the money. I would give them 6 stars if i could.
This review is from Bose - Ultra Open-Ear True Wireless Open Earbuds - Black
JeffreyaB Posted
