Specifications
- Noise Cancelling (Active)YesSound ModeStereoConnection TypeWireless, WiredWireless ConnectivityBluetoothTrue WirelessNoMaximum Wireless Range30 feet
- Key Specs
- Noise Cancelling (Active): true
- Sound Mode: Stereo
- Connection Type: Wireless, Wired
- 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: false (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: false (Resists some degree of water penetration.)
- Built-In Microphone: true
- Carrying Case: true
- Microphone Features: Noise cancelling
- Headphone Fit: Over-the-Ear
- Adjustable Headband: true
- Battery Life: 24 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: 3 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: 880066-0100
- Product Name: QuietComfort Ultra Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones
- Color: Black
- Series: QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (Part of a group of the same product type with similar features.)
- Audio
- Noise Cancelling (Active): true
- Sound Isolating: true
- Environmental Noise Control: true (A technology that automatically or manually adjusts, or eliminates, ambient background sound to allow conversational voices to be heard clearer.)
- Integrated Amplifier: false
- Volume Limiting Function: false
- Sound Mode: Stereo
- Connectivity
- Connection Type: Wireless, Wired
- 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: false (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: 2
- Connector Size: 3/32 in. (2.5mm)
- Detachable Cord: true
- Tangle-Resistant Cord: true
- Features
- Water Resistant: false (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
- Microphone Features: Noise cancelling
- Controls: Volume, Track selection
- Body Metrics Measured: Not Applicable
- Bone Conducting Technology: false
- Number of Programmable Buttons: 1
- Lighting Type: None
- Maximum Talk Time: 24 hours
- Stand-By Time: 24 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.)
- Design
- Headphone Fit: Over-the-Ear
- Style: Travel
- Adjustable Headband: true
- Foldable Design: true
- Power
- Rechargeable: true
- Battery Life: 24 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: 3 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
- Charging Interface(s): USB-C (The connection for transmitting power to charge the device.)
- On/Off Switch: Yes
- Compatibility
- Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Material
- Ear Cushion Material: Protein Leather
- Headband Material: Aluminum, Plastic
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 7.7 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: 5.5 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: 2 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Product Weight: 0.56 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Cord Length: 1.67 feet
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year
- Other
- UPC: 017817846172
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.
- Personalized sound with Bose Immersive Audio: Get next-level sound with the QuietComfort Ultra wireless headphones. Featuring innovative spatial audio, these headphones take what you’re hearing inside your head and place it in front of you for more natural, real sounding music.
- Go ahead, listen longer: Up to 24 hours of battery life will keep your music playing through even the longest listening sessions (or up to 18 hours with Immersive Audio).* Plus, a quick 15-minute charge gets you up to 2.5 hours of play time (up to 2 hours with Immersive Audio).**
- World-class active noise cancelling headphones: Do what you do uninterrupted, with Quiet Mode you get full noise cancellation to focus, while Aware Mode allows you to hear your surroundings. Immersion Mode combines full noise cancellation and Bose Immersive Audio.
- Crystal-clear headphones with a mic for natural-sounding phone calls: No more “huh?” when you’re trying to just say “hello.” Noise-rejecting mics and focus on your voice and filter out background noise for the clearest calls. They’ll play through both or a single speaker, whatever works for you.
- Smarter connections with Bluetooth Multi-Point and Google Fast Pair: Get a strong, continuous connection within 30 feet of your device with wireless Bluetooth headphones from Bose. Choose single- or multi-point to keep your phone, tablet, and work or school computer paired or just focus on one.
- Next-Level listening with sound shaped to you: With CustomTune technology, the QuietComfort Ultra Headphones adapt the sound performance to your ears by analyzing their unique shape. You get sound that fits you, doesn’t that sound better?
- Elevated design. Luxe comfort.: Modern, sleek, sophisticated. The cushions wrap your ears in a soft hug. The headband spreads pressure evenly. And sleek metal arms add a statement of sophisticated design.
- Swipe, tap, touch to get into the music: Touch controls on each earcup get you to your music faster. Change the volume, skip the track, cycle through noise cancelling modes all without taking out your phone.
- Bose SimpleSync for more sound: Press and hold the Bluetooth button on each device to sync sound between your QC Ultra Headphones and a Bose smart soundbar with SimpleSync technology. That way you can watch TV at a different volume than others, or discreetly listen while someone sleeps beside you.
- Customize your experience with 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
- Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones
- USB-C (A to C) cable (20")
- 3.5 mm to 2.5 mm audio cable
- Carry case
- Safety sheet
Product Manuals
Disclaimers
- *Testing conducted by Bose with active noise cancelling on and audio playback at a loudness of 75dBSPL. Battery life varies based on settings and usage.
- **Quick charge testing conducted by Bose by charging battery-depleted headphones for 15 minutes, then resuming audio playback at a loudness of 75dBSPL.
- Battery life varies based on settings and usage. Time to achieve fully charged headphones was determined by charging battery-depleted headphones to 100%.
- Bose, Bose Music, CustomTune, QC, and QuietComfort are trademarks of Bose Corporation.
Q: Are the headphones foldable?
A: These headphones have a foldable design.
Q: Do the headphones have a built-in microphone?
A: These headphones have a built-in microphone.
Q: What material are the ear cushions made of?
A: The ear cushions are made of protein leather.
Q: What is the maximum wireless range?
A: The maximum wireless range is 30 feet.
Q: What is the charging time for the headphones?
A: The battery charge time for the headphones is three hours.
Q: Can the headphones connect to two devices simultaneously?
A: The headphones can connect to two devices simultaneously.
Q: Can you plug these into the video monitors like an airplane or portable video without Bluetooth?
A: I just chatted with a Bose Expert regarding wired mode on the new QuietComfort and QuietComfort Ultra headphones. While they do come with an adapter to plug into an in-flight entertainment system, Bose confirmed that, in wired mode, ANC is disabled.
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Customers are delighted by the exceptional noise cancellation, comfort, and battery life of the QuietComfort Ultra Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones. They appreciate the build quality, lightweight design, and immersive audio experience. However, some customers have concerns about the price, connectivity issues, volume level, fit, and bass response.
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