The second generation of Bose's premium wireless headphones - Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 - brings smarter noise cancellation, crystal-clear calls and wireless charging, while two new SoundLink speakers bring entertainment to every step.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2 The headphones feature AI-powered adaptive noise cancellation, improved voice call quality, and convenient wireless charging. They also announce the SoundLink Plus with long battery life and Active EQ, and the compact SoundLink Micro 2 with extended battery and USB-C.
Have you ever wished your headphones could recognize when a truck is coming down the road and instantly adjust their noise cancellation without you having to click a button? Bose's next-generation QuietComfort Ultra 2 promises to do just that. Luckily, engineers have really built in the AI in a way that doesn't interrupt your sense of freedom—or lock you into a sound tower—when you're curious about what's going on around you.
AI-powered adaptive noise cancellation (ANC)
Bose has transformed its much-vaunted ANC technology into a true sound-understanding machine. New AI algorithms analyze your surroundings in real time and seamlessly transition between complete isolation and “aware mode” – a mode that keeps you connected to your surroundings. The result: sudden sounds like sirens, the roar of a train or a cyclist on the sidewalk are softened without any unpleasant jolts in your music or radio.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2: Crystal-clear calls and wireless charging
In addition to the amazing ANC, Bose has also upgraded the microphones and voice recognition algorithm in the Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2. Calls are now clearer, with less noise from cafes, offices, and street noise. And because Bose knows that cables are boring and time-consuming, they've built wireless charging into the case—no additional adapters or unnecessary extra charges.
Details that count: ear tips, touch and autonomy
The second generation of headphones retains a total autonomy of 24 hours (including charging in the case), while the tips are equipped with a removable filter against the accumulation of earwax. This means that cleaning is no longer a nightmare, and the sound always maintains its original purity. The capacitive control surfaces can now be turned off in the app to avoid accidental commands - a customization that users of the first generation wanted the most. And the price. This will be around 299 dollars / euros.
SoundLink Plus: mid-range with big beats
Bose's new SoundLink Plus fills the "golden mean" between the Flex and Max models. Inside the metal case you'll find a subwoofer, tweeter and four passive radiators, and it's supported by dynamic Active EQ, which automatically optimizes frequencies according to the music content. With up to 20 hours of playback, IP67 protection and a USB-C slot for charging your phone, it's the ideal companion for a picnic, the beach or the backyard.
- Price: $269
- Colors: black, blue dusk, citrus yellow
- Availability: pre-orders from June 12, sales from June 26, 2025
SoundLink Micro 2: small, but powerful
If you're looking for a speaker to attach to your bike, backpack, or bathroom, but still need serious sound, the SoundLink Micro 2 is the way to go. The new model doubles the battery life to up to 12 hours, switches to convenient USB-C, adds Active EQ via the app, and maintains a rugged yet stylish body with a removable strap.
- Price: $129
- Colors: black, blue “dusk”
- Availability: later in the summer of 2025
Conclusion
With the second-generation QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds and two new SoundLink speakers, Bose proves it can combine cutting-edge artificial intelligence with practical improvements that make everyday life more enjoyable. If you’re looking for headphones that understand the real world as well as you do, or speakers that keep up with your pace, now is the time to upgrade.
Last updated 2025-06-13 / Affiliate links / Photo source: Amazon Product Advertising API
