The QC Ultra Gen 2 makes adjustments to the fit, battery, and design of the headphones, and adds a lot more in terms of audio modes and customization. While that sounds overwhelming, the majority of these changes are minor, meant to be imperceptible to general audiences. Bose really took an "if it ain't broke" mentality and it has mostly paid off.
The sound is good, the noise-cancelling is great, and the look is amazing. Isn't that enough? With headphones, I kind of want to replicate a live show. I'm sitting at my desk, cleaning the kitchen, or standing on the train, and I want that shit to rock. On the standard EQ, I found the Dyson OnTrac lacking, but once I switched to boost the bass, I couldn't be happier.
They were both well received and proved popular with buyers, perhaps helped by their quirky yet super-comfy square shape. Still, many reviewers-myself included-noted that they seemed to lack features like advanced codecs, wear sensors, and customizable controls that came standard on similarly priced alternatives from the big brands. The bigger issue, however, was that the Between 3ANC's noise canceling and sound quality fell short.
Bose has officially unveiled the second generation of its QuietComfort Ultra wireless headphones, as the latest addition to its popular noise-cancelling lineup. While retaining the series' renowned sound quality and industry-leading ANC, the new version also adds audio over USB-C, which was notably missing on the previous generation. They also retain the 2.5mm headphone jack and come with a 2.5mm to 3.5mm audio cable in the box.
