Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) – Wireless Bluetooth Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with Spatial Audio

Reviewers had three complaints about the first Bose QuietComfort Ultra: you could not listen wired over USB-C, the battery trailed its rivals, and the spatial audio did not convince. QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Black answers all three, and the first of those is the one that changes what these headphones are.

QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Black: Lossless Audio Over USB-C

Bluetooth compresses. Every codec, however good, throws data away to fit the signal down a wireless link. The second-generation Ultra can now take a direct digital feed over its USB-C port at 16-bit, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz — no compression, no codec negotiation, no latency penalty.

The original model had a USB-C port that only charged. Plugging it into a laptop did nothing for the sound. That gap is closed, and it is the single largest reason to choose this generation over the one below it.

QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Black: Why a Cable Still Matters in 2026

Three situations make it worth the wire. Editing video or music, where even a few milliseconds of Bluetooth latency puts audio out of sync with the picture. Gaming, for the same reason. And critical listening to high-resolution files, where the compression Bluetooth applies is exactly what you paid to avoid.

A 2.5mm analogue input is still there as well, which covers aircraft entertainment systems and any device without a spare USB-C port.

QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Black: 30 Hours, Not 24

The previous generation managed up to 24 hours, dropping to 18 with Immersive Audio running. This one reaches up to 30, and up to 23 with spatial audio on. In practical terms the spatial figure on the new model now beats the non-spatial figure on the old one.

A full charge takes about three hours over USB-C. Full details are in the official Bose press release.

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QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Black: Who Black Suits

Black is the finish that stays invisible in professional settings, and on this generation it does something extra: Bose switched the metal yokes from a matte finish to a polished mirror, and against black that contrast is at its sharpest. The pale colours absorb the effect; black frames it.

The trade-off is familiar. Black is the most common finish, so in a shared office or household it is the hardest pair to identify at a glance. Midnight Violet and Desert Gold solve that with identical hardware.

QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Black: Standby, Sleep and On-Head Detection

Bose improved the quiet housekeeping too. On-head detection is faster and smarter, so the headphones wake and connect as you put them on rather than after a pause. When you leave them idle, they drop into automatic Bluetooth standby and then a deep sleep low-energy mode.

The result is that the 30-hour figure survives contact with real use, instead of draining while the headphones sit on a desk between sessions.

Technical Specifications

• Model: Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen)
• Colour: Black
• Type: Over-ear, closed-back, wireless
• Listening Modes: Quiet, Aware with ActiveSense, Immersive Audio and Cinema Mode
• Wired Audio: Lossless over USB-C at 16-bit, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz; 2.5mm analogue input also supported
• Battery Life: Up to 30 hours, or up to 23 hours with Immersive Audio on
• Charging: USB-C, about 3 hours for a full charge
• Bluetooth: Core 5.4, with Google Fast Pair and Spotify Tap
• Codecs: SBC, AAC and aptX Adaptive with Snapdragon Sound
• Personalisation: CustomTune ear-shape measurement at start-up
• Power Management: Smarter on-head detection with faster start-up, automatic Bluetooth standby and deep sleep low-energy mode
• Materials: Plastic, aluminium and protein leather body, removable protein leather ear cushions, polished mirror metal yokes
• Weight: Approximately 244 g
• In the Box: Headphones, USB-C cable, audio cable, carrying case
• Announced: 5 September 2025, on sale 2 October 2025
• Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot

FAQ – QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Black

Can I really listen over USB-C now?

Yes, QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Black This generation supports lossless USB-C audio at 16-bit, 44.1 or 48 kHz. The first generation could only charge over that port.

How much better is the battery?

Up to 30 hours versus 24 on the previous model, and up to 23 hours with Immersive Audio against 18 before.

Is it worth upgrading from the 1st Gen?

If you want wired lossless listening, longer battery or Cinema Mode, yes. If you mainly use Bluetooth for music, the older model remains excellent and cheaper.

Are the ear cushions replaceable?

Yes, the protein leather cushions are removable and sold separately.

Does it support high-quality Bluetooth on Android?

Yes, through aptX Adaptive with Snapdragon Sound on compatible devices. iPhones use AAC.

Does Totot deliver across the UAE?

Yes, QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Black We ship nationwide via Aramex for a fixed AED 10, with cash on delivery, Tabby and Tamara available at checkout.