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LAUNCH DATE2 fields
| Specification | 360 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Released | — | 2026-10-01 |
| Status | — | Available |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION6 fields
| Specification | 360 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility | Works with Apple devices (one-touch pairing, Automatic Switching, Audio Sharing; Find My needs iOS 27 or later) and Android (Beats app needs Android 15 or later with Google Play Services; Fast Pair, Audio switch, Find Hub). Sold in the US and 100+ countries and regions. | — |
| Environmental | 80% recycled plastic in several components (ear cups, speaker enclosure, internal parts); 100% recycled rare earth elements in all magnets; packaging is 100% plant-based material from recycled fiber and/or sustainable forests (Beats) | — |
| Launch Price (USD) | $349.99 | $299 (US launch price) |
| Models | A3577 | — |
| Notes | — | Personal Surround support with Bose Smart Soundbars removed versus 1st Gen |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦490,000 (estimate, converted from US launch price) | ₦418,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
TESTS1 field
| Specification | 360 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Endurance | Up to 32 h with ANC and Personalized Spatial Audio on; up to 32 h with Adaptive EQ (ANC and Transparency off); up to 24 h in Transparency mode; Fast Fuel: 5 min charge = up to 1 h of playback (Beats manufacturer figures). Engadget review: 47% battery left after 24 h of use | — |
PRODUCT OVERVIEW5 fields
| Specification | 360 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Beats | Bose |
| Category | Over-ear wireless headphones | Open-ear cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | September 22, 2026 | September 17, 2026 |
| Model Name | 360 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
| Price | $349.99 (US launch) | $299 (US launch) |
AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS3 fields
| Specification | 360 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Size | 40 mm | — |
| Driver Type | Custom-designed dual-magnet dynamic driver with three-layer diaphragm | Improved dynamic driver (deeper bass, higher volume), Bose OpenAudio technology |
| Sound Features | Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking, Dolby Atmos, Adaptive EQ, custom high dynamic range amplifier | Spatial audio: Immersive Audio; Cinema Mode with Bose TrueSpatial head tracking |
FEATURES AND SOFTWARE8 fields
| Specification | 360 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, up to 1.75x more noise cancellation than Beats Studio Pro | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | Beats app (Android 15 or later required on Android) | Bose app |
| Customizable EQ | No (Adaptive EQ only; no user EQ controls in the Beats app) | Yes, 3-band EQ in Bose app |
| Other Features | — | Auto Volume, 3-band EQ (Bose app); Google Fast Pair |
| Sound Modes | Active Noise Cancelling, Transparency, Adaptive EQ (when ANC and Transparency are off) | Immersion Mode, Cinema Mode, Stereo |
| Touch Controls | No touch controls; physical buttons (right earcup: volume up/down and play/pause; left earcup: power and listening mode) | No, physical button on each earbud (play/pause, track, volume, calls) |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes (Transparency mode) | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | "Hey Siri" on Apple devices; voice assistant access on Android | Phone's native voice assistant (Alexa+ planned) |
CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION5 fields
| Specification | 360 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 (Class 1) | 5.4, range up to 30 ft (9 m) |
| Multipoint | — | Yes, two devices |
| Range | Class 1 Bluetooth (extended range) | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive (Snapdragon Sound) |
| Wired Mode | No wired audio; USB-C port is for charging | — |
BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields
| Specification | 360 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Colors Available | Black, Cloud, Pink, Sky | Black, White Smoke, Cherry Chocolate, Olive Green, Sky Pink (last three limited edition) |
| Dimensions | 165.5 mm (W) x 87.1 mm (D) x 191.3 mm (H) | Earbud: 18.9 x 17.7 x 27.7 mm; Case: 47.5 x 26.8 x 66.0 mm |
| Form Factor | Over-ear, fold-flat design with interchangeable ear and headband cushions | Open-ear cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IPX4 (sweat and water resistant) | IPX4 |
| Materials | Memory foam cushions with Performance Knit (diamond-knit) or UltraPlush (engineered leather) covers; 80% recycled plastic in multiple components; 100% recycled rare earth elements in all magnets | Polycarbonate and silicone; metallic cap with beveled finish; flex-joint cuff |
| Weight | 294.5 g | 5.9 g (single earbud), 49.9 g (case) |
BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields
| Specification | 360 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Life (Standby) | — | Up to 20 hours (connected, no audio) |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C, wireless charging case; full charge 1 hour |
| Fast Charging | Fast Fuel: 5-minute charge gives up to 1 hour of playback | 10 min = up to 2 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 32 hours (ANC and Personalized Spatial Audio on); up to 24 hours in Transparency mode | Earbuds: Up to 9 hours (up to 5 hours with Immersive Audio); With case: Up to 19.5 additional hours (28.5 hours total) |
| Wireless Charging | — | Yes, Qi |
MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES4 fields
| Specification | 360 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, Bose SpeechClarity |
| Mic Count | 9 | 2 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Digital MEMS microphones: 8 for Active Noise Cancellation and 3 for voice pickup | 2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | Always-on "Hey Siri" (Apple devices); press and hold on-device button for voice assistant | — |
BOX CONTENTS7 fields
| Specification | 360 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Charging Cable | Not included (sold separately) | Not listed in box contents (power adapter not included) |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | Not applicable (over-ear headphones) | No (open-ear cuff design) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Woven ripstop fabric carrying case | Charging case |
| Included Items | Beats 360 headphones with color-matched Performance Knit cushions, woven ripstop fabric carrying case, Quick Start Guide, documentation (USB-C charging cable and power adapter sold separately) | Earbuds, charging case, quick start guide, safety sheet (no power adapter) |
| Main Device | Beats 360 headphones with interchangeable, color-matched Performance Knit cushions | 2 Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
| User Manual | Quick Start Guide | Quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Warranty Card | Yes | 1-year Bose limited warranty |
COMPATIBILITY2 fields
| Specification | 360 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Systems | Apple platforms and Android | Android, iOS (Bose app on Google Play and App Store); any Bluetooth device |
| Supported Devices | Apple devices (one-touch pairing, Automatic Switching, Audio Sharing, Find My) and Android devices (Fast Pair, Audio switch, Find Hub) | Any Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet or computer; preorders from 19 Sep 2026 |
KEY HIGHLIGHT1 field
| Specification | 360 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
|---|---|---|
| Highlight | The first Beats over-ear headphone with interchangeable ear and headband cushions, rated IPX4 for sweat and water resistance. | 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. |