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Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)

Bose · Sound

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Meta · Sound

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LAUNCH DATE2 fields

Specification	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio
Released	2026-10-01	—
Status	Available	—

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION5 fields

Specification	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio
Compatibility	—	Needs the Meta AI app, a Meta account and internet access; phones on iOS 17+ or Android 10+ (MobiDevices). No camera, so camera-based Meta AI features (multimodal AI, Live AI) are not available; Meta AI chat and translation are, plus WhatsApp and Spotify (Ray-Ban). Launch markets: US (shipping 2026-10-13), UK and Europe.
Launch Price (USD)	$299 (US launch price)	$349
Models	—	RW7004 (Clubmaster), RW7005 (Burbank)
Notes	Personal Surround support with Bose Smart Soundbars removed versus 1st Gen	—
Price in Nigeria	₦418,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price)	₦488,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price)

TESTS1 field

Specification	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio
Battery Endurance	—	Up to 12 h of listening, calls and Meta AI use on a single charge, plus up to 48 h more from the included charging case (60 h total) (Meta manufacturer figures)

PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields

Specification	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio
Brand	Bose	Meta
Category	Open-ear cuff true wireless earbuds	Audio AI glasses with open-ear speakers (no camera)
Launch Date	September 17, 2026	September 23, 2026
Model Name	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio
Price	$299 (US launch)	$349 (US launch)

AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS2 fields

Specification	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio
Driver Type	Improved dynamic driver (deeper bass, higher volume), Bose OpenAudio technology	Open-ear speakers
Sound Features	Spatial audio: Immersive Audio; Cinema Mode with Bose TrueSpatial head tracking	Dolby Atmos support

FEATURES AND SOFTWARE7 fields

Specification	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)	No (open-ear)	No (open-ear speakers)
App Support	Bose app	—
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	—
Touch Controls	No, physical button on each earbud (play/pause, track, volume, calls)	Swipe on the right arm to adjust volume; button to access Meta AI
Voice Assistant Support	Phone's native voice assistant (Alexa+ planned)	Meta AI, hands-free with "Hey Meta"

CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION4 fields

Specification	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio
Bluetooth Version	5.4, range up to 30 ft (9 m)	Bluetooth 5.3
Multipoint	Yes, two devices	—
Range	9 m (30 ft)	—
Supported Codecs	SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive (Snapdragon Sound)	—

BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields

Specification	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio
Colors Available	Black, White Smoke, Cherry Chocolate, Olive Green, Sky Pink (last three limited edition)	23 color and lens combinations across the Clubmaster and Burbank styles
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	Glasses in two styles, Clubmaster and Burbank; compatible with a wide range of optical prescriptions
Ingress Protection	IPX4	IPX4
Materials	Polycarbonate and silicone; metallic cap with beveled finish; flex-joint cuff	—
Weight	5.9 g (single earbud), 49.9 g (case)	43 g

BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields

Specification	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio
Battery Life (Standby)	Up to 20 hours (connected, no audio)	—
Charging Port	USB-C, wireless charging case; full charge 1 hour	USB-C
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 12 hours on a single charge, plus up to an additional 48 hours from the included charging case
Wireless Charging	Yes, Qi	—

MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES4 fields

Specification	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio
Hands-Free Calls Support	Yes, Bose SpeechClarity	Yes
Mic Count	2	6
Mic Type / Noise Reduction	2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation	6-mic array with advanced wind noise reduction
Voice Assistant Trigger	—	"Hey Meta" wake word or action button on the right temple

BOX CONTENTS7 fields

Specification	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio
Charging Cable	Not listed in box contents (power adapter not included)	—
Ear Tips (if earbuds)	No (open-ear cuff design)	Not applicable (glasses with open-ear speakers)
Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.)	Charging case	Charging case
Included Items	Earbuds, charging case, quick start guide, safety sheet (no power adapter)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses, charging case
Main Device	2 Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio glasses
User Manual	Quick start guide, safety sheet	—
Warranty Card	1-year Bose limited warranty	—

COMPATIBILITY2 fields

Specification	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio
Operating Systems	Android, iOS (Bose app on Google Play and App Store); any Bluetooth device	iOS 17 or later, Android 10 or later
Supported Devices	Any Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet or computer; preorders from 19 Sep 2026	—

KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field

Specification	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)	Ray-Ban Meta Audio
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.	Meta's first smart glasses without a camera, offering open-ear audio, calls and hands-free Meta AI for up to 12 hours on a single charge.