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Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) Headphones 890101-0100
Over-ear wireless headphones with spatialised audio, noise cancellation and up to 30 hours battery life
- Breakthrough spatialised audio places music in front of you
- Best noise cancellation with Quiet, Aware and Immersion modes
- New Cinema Mode spatialises video sound for movie-like immersion
- Lossless USB-C audio delivers crystal-clear wired listening
- Up to 30 hours play time, 23 with Immersive Audio
What the headphones deliver
Bose QuietComfort Ultra (2nd Gen) headphones supply spatialised audio that places sound in front of the listener, plus the brand's strongest noise cancellation with Quiet, Aware and Immersion modes. A new Cinema Mode spatialises video soundtracks for movie-like immersion. Lossless USB-C audio reveals every detail of wired sources, while noise-rejecting microphones with AI-based suppression keep calls clear. Plush ear cushions and a metal headband distribute pressure for all-day comfort.
When the upgrade makes sense
The jump is worth it for listeners who want lossless USB-C playback alongside wireless freedom, or who need Cinema Mode to spatialize streaming video. Buyers whose current headphones lack spatialised audio, adjustable noise-cancellation tiers or AI-enhanced call clarity will notice the difference. Users satisfied with basic Bluetooth stereo and passive isolation will not gain enough to justify the change.
What to expect during setup
Pairing is handled through standard Bluetooth discovery and the USB-C cable provides instant wired audio without driver installation. The only common friction point is remembering to select the correct mode — Quiet, Aware, Immersion or Cinema — for each environment, as the headphones do not switch automatically. Charging while listening works over the same USB-C connection, so downtime is minimal.
Highlights
- Breakthrough spatialised audio places music in front of you
- Best noise cancellation with Quiet, Aware and Immersion modes
- New Cinema Mode spatialises video sound for movie-like immersion
- Lossless USB-C audio delivers crystal-clear wired listening
- Up to 30 hours play time, 23 with Immersive Audio
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
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Questions about this item
How much headband clearance do the plush ear cushions and metal headband need to fit over the ears?
The plush cushions wrap the ears and the refined metal headband distributes pressure for a snug all-day fit.
Which USB-C connection step lets you listen while the battery charges?
Plug the included USB-C cord into the headphones and a powered source; audio plays and charging happens together.
When will the rechargeable battery need replacement after repeated 30-hour or 23-hour cycles?
The built-in battery is rated for many charge cycles; service is available when capacity eventually drops below usable levels.
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