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Bose QC Ultra Gen 2: Improvements and differences compared to Gen 1
The video discusses the announced improvements to the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones Gen 2 compared to Gen 1, including battery life, wear detection, USB-C audio, and ActiveSense. It also addresses unresolved issues such as multipoint functionality and call quality. Finally, the availability, prices, and color options of the Gen 2 models are explained.
1. 🔋 Improved Battery Life and Charging While Using on the Bose QC Ultra Gen 2
- ✅ Battery life has been increased from 24 to 30 hours.
- ✅ The headphones can now be used while charging.
- ⚠️ Previous models could not be used while charging.
00:00 - 01:26
1. 🔋 Improved Battery Life and Charging While Using on the Bose QC Ultra Gen 2
- ✅ Battery life has been increased from 24 to 30 hours.
- ✅ The headphones can now be used while charging.
- ⚠️ Previous models could not be used while charging.
01:31 - 02:49
2. ⚙️ Improved On-Head Detection and Easier Disconnection Method
- ✅ The on-head detection for turning on and off has been improved.
- ✅ Laying the headphones flat on a surface will automatically turn them off.
- 💡 This feature is reminiscent of the Jabra Elite 85H with rotating earcups for turning on and off.
02:50 - 04:47
3. 🎧 USB-C Audio and New Cinema Mode for Immersive Sound Experience
- ✅ USB-C audio support is new in Gen 2, potentially enabling better, lossless sound.
- ✅ A new immersive Cinema Mode has been added, similar to the XM6.
- ✅ Cinema Mode emphasizes dialogue and vocals for movies, TV shows, podcasts, and audiobooks.
- ✅ Improved ActiveSense technology detects and reduces peaks in sound.
| Mode | Description |
|---|---|
| Cinema Mode | Emphasizes dialogue and vocals for a better experience when watching movies and listening to podcasts. |
| ActiveSense | Automatically detects and reduces sudden volume spikes, such as a car door slamming. |
04:52 - 06:00
4. 🤔 Unresolved Multipoint Issues with Bose Headphones
- ⚠️ Multipoint connections often have issues, such as pausing playback on one device due to another connected device.
- ✅ A workaround is to disable multipoint and use the button to cycle through connected devices.
- ❓ It is unclear whether the Gen 2 version fixes these issues.
06:01 - 07:19
5. 📞 Improved Call Quality? Uncertainty Regarding the Speech Clarity Function
- ❓ The call quality of the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones has been only mediocre so far.
- ✅ A firmware update for the Ultra Earbuds brought a significant improvement in speech clarity.
- ❌ There is no confirmation yet whether this improvement will also come to the headphones.
- ❓ It is unclear whether the Speech Clarity function will also be released for the Gen 1 version of the Ultra headphones.
07:20 - 08:24
6. 📅 Availability, Prices, and Color Options of the Bose QC Ultra Gen 2
- ✅ The Gen 2 version will slowly displace the Gen 1 version from the market.
- 📅 Availability: September 10th in the EU and UK, October 2nd in the USA.
- 💰 Price: 450 USD, the Gen 1 will be offered at a reduced price.
- 🎨 Colors: Black, White Smoke, Driftwood Sand, and Midnight Violet.
| Region | Availability | Price |
|---|---|---|
| EU/UK | September 10th | Unknown |
| USA | October 2nd | 450 USD |
08:25 - 09:13
7. 🤔 Is the Upgrade Worth It? Comparison Test Coming Soon!
- ❓ The price difference of €100 is significant.
- ✅ A comparison test between Gen 1 and Gen 2 is planned to clarify whether the upgrade is worthwhile.