Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds White Smoke are the light-coloured version of the first-generation QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds that Bose launched in 2023. White Smoke is a soft off-white rather than a stark white, and the case matches the buds. These are the original Ultra model, not the later 2nd Gen, and they bring Bose’s CustomTune noise cancelling, Immersive Audio and Snapdragon Sound certification with aptX Adaptive. For anyone listening from a compatible Android phone, that codec support is the main reason to choose the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds White Smoke.
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Snapdragon Sound and aptX Adaptive on Android
Bose lists Snapdragon Sound certification with Qualcomm aptX Adaptive for the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds White Smoke. On an Android phone that supports it, aptX Adaptive can carry more audio data than the basic SBC codec and adjusts its bitrate to the connection, lowering it in crowded places to avoid dropouts. Bose quotes a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz, rising to 48 kHz for high-resolution listening. Google Fast Pair (Android 6.0 or later) makes the first pairing a one-tap job. An iPhone does not support aptX, so iPhone owners get the standard connection; the noise cancelling and Immersive Audio work the same either way.
CustomTune and the Listening Modes
Each time you put the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds White Smoke in, CustomTune plays a short tone and measures how it behaves in your ear canal, then adjusts the sound and the noise cancelling to match. There are three preset modes: Quiet for full noise cancelling, Aware to let surroundings in, with ActiveSense softening sudden loud sounds such as a siren, and Immersion, which combines full cancelling with Immersive Audio. In the Bose app you can create your own modes with the level of cancelling and spatial audio you prefer. Multipoint, added by Bose in a July 2024 update, keeps two devices connected at once.
Why White Smoke, and Who It Suits
The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds White Smoke suit people who prefer a light, clean look over black, and whose phone or laptop is white, silver or a pale colour. Against a dark desk or car seat a light case is easy to spot. Bose’s comparison describes a moulded colour with a matte finish. The trade-off with any pale earbud is that skin oils, make-up and pocket grime show sooner, especially around the eartips and the case hinge. A dry cloth over the buds and case every few days and an occasional wash of the removable silicone tips keep White Smoke looking fresh.
Battery and Charging
Bose rates the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds White Smoke at up to 6 hours per charge with Immersive Audio off, or up to 4 hours with it on, and notes that battery life varies with settings and use. The case holds up to three more full charges. The earbuds take about 2 hours to charge fully. The case charges over USB-C; Bose does not list wireless charging for this first-generation case, and no power adapter is in the box. If long flights are your main use, keeping Immersive Audio off for part of the trip stretches each charge.
Fit Kit and Water Resistance
With the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds White Smoke, Bose supplies three eartip sizes (S, M, L) and three stability band sizes (1, 2, 3), nine combinations. Start with the medium tip and band 2, then change one piece at a time until the bud feels secure and the bass stays full when you move your jaw; a good seal also helps CustomTune do its job. IPX4 covers sweat and splashes from any direction, so the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds White Smoke work for the gym, but Bose notes the resistance is not permanent and can weaken with use.
Who This Is Not For
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds White Smoke are not for anyone who wants a wirelessly charging case, since Bose lists USB-C charging only. Up to 4 hours with Immersive Audio on can feel short on long flights. IPX4 is fine for sweat but not for swimming or rinsing under a tap. iPhone users do not get aptX Adaptive. A pale finish needs regular wiping, and Bose now sells a separate 2nd Gen model, so this is the earlier version.
Ordering from Totot
Totot sells the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds White Smoke brand-new and genuine in its sealed box, backed by a 1-year warranty from Totot. We deliver UAE-wide in up to 3 business days, and delivery is free on orders from AED 300, with cash on delivery or instalments via Tabby and Tamara. Items that arrive defective or not as ordered can be returned within 14 days, and any shipping damage should be reported within 48 hours of delivery. Browse more in our Earbuds range, or see the official Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds product page.
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds White Smoke Specifications
- Model: Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (1st Gen, 2023)
- Colour: White Smoke (off-white)
- Noise control: Active noise cancelling with CustomTune; Quiet, Aware (with ActiveSense) and Immersion modes, plus custom modes
- Immersive Audio: Still, Motion or Off
- Battery: Up to 6 hours per charge with Immersive Audio off; up to 4 hours with it on (per Bose)
- Charging case: Up to 3 additional full charges, USB-C
- Charge time: About 2 hours for the earbuds
- Codecs and audio: Snapdragon Sound with Qualcomm aptX Adaptive; 44.1 kHz, up to 48 kHz for high-resolution
- Bluetooth: A2DP and HFP, multipoint with 2 devices, Google Fast Pair (Android 6.0+)
- Water resistance: IPX4 (sweat and splashes)
- Earbud size and weight: About 3.1 × 2.0 × 2.4 cm and 7.7 g each
- Case size and weight: About 6.6 × 5.9 × 2.7 cm and 60 g
- Materials: Plastic (PC-ABS), silicone, metal
- In the box: 2 earbuds, charging case, Fit Kit (S/M/L eartips, stability bands 1/2/3), 30 cm USB-A to USB-C cable; no power adapter
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds White Smoke FAQ
Do the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds White Smoke support aptX?
Yes. They are Snapdragon Sound certified with aptX Adaptive, which works with compatible Android phones, not with iPhone.
Is White Smoke pure white?
No. It is a soft off-white with a matte finish, calmer than a glossy white.
Does the White Smoke finish show dirt?
Yes, sooner than black. A dry cloth every few days and washing the silicone tips keeps it clean.
How long does the battery last?
6 hours at most per charge with Immersive Audio off, or 4 hours with it on; the case adds up to 3 full charges.
Are these the 2nd Gen Ultra Earbuds?
No. These are the first-generation QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds from 2023.
Does the case charge wirelessly?
No. Bose lists USB-C charging only for this case.
Is it genuine?
Yes. We sell the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds White Smoke genuine and brand-new in the sealed box.
How long does delivery take?
No more than 3 business days to any emirate, free from AED 300; the live fee for your order appears at checkout.
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