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Ray-Ban Meta Audio

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Bose · Sound

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LAUNCH DATE3 fields

Specification	Ray-Ban Meta Audio	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Announced	Announcement date not recorded	Announcement date not recorded
Released	Release date not recorded	2026-10-01
Status	Release status not recorded	Available

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION5 fields

Specification	Ray-Ban Meta Audio	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
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)	$349	$299 (US launch price)
Models	RW7004 (Clubmaster), RW7005 (Burbank)	—
Notes	—	Personal Surround support with Bose Smart Soundbars removed versus 1st Gen
Price in Nigeria	₦488,600 (Stored estimate)	₦418,600 (Stored estimate)

TESTS1 field

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

AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS2 fields

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

FEATURES AND SOFTWARE7 fields

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

CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION4 fields

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

BUILD AND DESIGN6 fields

Specification	Ray-Ban Meta Audio	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Colors Available	23 color and lens combinations across the Clubmaster and Burbank styles	Black, White Smoke, Cherry Chocolate, Olive Green, Sky Pink (last three limited edition)
Dimensions	—	Earbud: 18.9 x 17.7 x 27.7 mm; Case: 47.5 x 26.8 x 66.0 mm
Form Factor	Glasses in two styles, Clubmaster and Burbank; compatible with a wide range of optical prescriptions	Open-ear cuff true wireless earbuds
Ingress Protection	IPX4	IPX4
Materials	—	Polycarbonate and silicone; metallic cap with beveled finish; flex-joint cuff
Weight	43 g	5.9 g (single earbud), 49.9 g (case)

BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING5 fields

Specification	Ray-Ban Meta Audio	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	—	10 min = up to 2 hours
Total Playtime	Up to 12 hours on a single charge, plus up to an additional 48 hours from the included charging case	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	Ray-Ban Meta Audio	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Hands-Free Calls Support	Yes	Yes, Bose SpeechClarity
Mic Count	6	2
Mic Type / Noise Reduction	6-mic array with advanced wind noise reduction	2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation
Voice Assistant Trigger	"Hey Meta" wake word or action button on the right temple	—

BOX CONTENTS7 fields

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

COMPATIBILITY2 fields

Specification	Ray-Ban Meta Audio	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Operating Systems	iOS 17 or later, Android 10 or later	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	Ray-Ban Meta Audio	Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen)
Highlight	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.	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.