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LAUNCH DATE2 fields
| Specification | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Adventurer |
|---|---|---|
| Released | 2026-10-01 | 2026-10-23 |
| Status | Available | Coming soon |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION4 fields
| Specification | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Adventurer |
|---|---|---|
| Launch Price (USD) | $299 (US launch price) | $249 (Standard (Black frame, grey lenses)), $399 (LISA Edition) (US launch price) |
| Models | — | SK-1001886-01 |
| Notes | Personal Surround support with Bose Smart Soundbars removed versus 1st Gen | — |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦418,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) | ₦348,600 – ₦558,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Adventurer |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Bose | Meta |
| Category | Open-ear cuff true wireless earbuds | AI glasses with open-ear speakers |
| Launch Date | September 17, 2026 | September 23, 2026 |
| Model Name | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Adventurer |
| Price | $299 (US launch) | $249 (US launch) |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS3 fields
| Specification | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Adventurer |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Type | Improved dynamic driver (deeper bass, higher volume), Bose OpenAudio technology | — |
| Sound Features | Spatial audio: Immersive Audio; Cinema Mode with Bose TrueSpatial head tracking | — |
| Speakers | — | Open-ear speakers |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE9 fields
| Specification | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Adventurer |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | No (open-ear) | — |
| App Support | Bose app | — |
| Camera | — | 12 MP; Video: 3K |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, 3-band EQ in Bose app | — |
| Other Features | Auto Volume, 3-band EQ (Bose app); Google Fast Pair | — |
| Sound Modes | Immersion Mode, Cinema Mode, Stereo | — |
| Storage | — | 32GB |
| Touch Controls | No, physical button on each earbud (play/pause, track, volume, calls) | Yes, touchpads on the temples |
| Voice Assistant Support | Phone's native voice assistant (Alexa+ planned) | Meta AI |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION5 fields
| Specification | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Adventurer |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Version | 5.4, range up to 30 ft (9 m) | Yes |
| Multipoint | Yes, two devices | — |
| Range | 9 m (30 ft) | — |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive (Snapdragon Sound) | — |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Adventurer |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Black, White Smoke, Cherry Chocolate, Olive Green, Sky Pink (last three limited edition) | Black frame with grey lenses (standard); LISA Edition Moonlit Sky frame with Blush lenses; clear, grey, brown and Transitions lens options |
| Dimensions | Earbud: 18.9 x 17.7 x 27.7 mm; Case: 47.5 x 26.8 x 66.0 mm | — |
| Form Factor | Open-ear cuff true wireless earbuds | AI glasses with open-ear speakers |
| Ingress Protection | IPX4 | — |
| Materials | Polycarbonate and silicone; metallic cap with beveled finish; flex-joint cuff | Rectangle frame, 3-way adjustable nose pads, adjustable temple tips, overextension hinges; standard and large sizes; prescription-ready |
| Weight | 5.9 g (single earbud), 49.9 g (case) | 53.8 g (Standard), 54.8 g (Large) |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields
| Specification | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Adventurer |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life (Standby) | Up to 20 hours (connected, no audio) | — |
| Charging Port | USB-C, wireless charging case; full charge 1 hour | Charging case, up to 40 additional hours (plug-in case on standard model) |
| Fast Charging | 10 min = up to 2 hours | — |
| Total Playtime | Earbuds: Up to 9 hours (up to 5 hours with Immersive Audio); With case: Up to 19.5 additional hours (28.5 hours total) | Up to 8 hours |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, Qi | — |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES3 fields
| Specification | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Adventurer |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes, Bose SpeechClarity | — |
| Mic Count | 2 | 6 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | 2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation | 6 mics with noise reduction |
BOX CONTENTS7 fields
| Specification | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Adventurer |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | Not listed in box contents (power adapter not included) | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | No (open-ear cuff design) | — |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | Polishing cloth |
| Included Items | Earbuds, charging case, quick start guide, safety sheet (no power adapter) | — |
| Main Device | 2 Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Meta Adventurer glasses |
| User Manual | Quick start guide, safety sheet | — |
| Warranty Card | 1-year Bose limited warranty | — |
COMPATIBILITY2 fields
| Specification | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Adventurer |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Android, iOS (Bose app on Google Play and App Store); any Bluetooth device | — |
| Supported Devices | Any Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet or computer; preorders from 19 Sep 2026 | — |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | Adventurer |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | The Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) are cuff-style open-ear earbuds with an improved driver for deeper bass, Bose OpenAudio, Immersive Audio and Cinema Mode with TrueSpatial head tracking. | The Meta Adventurer are Meta-branded AI glasses with a rectangle frame, a 12MP camera and 3K video recording. |