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Expansion of open-ear and wired audio wearables

Overview

The consumer audio market is seeing an expansion in open-ear wearable technology. In early September 2026, the Indian brand Noise announced the Noise Master Buds Open at the IFA conference in Berlin. These clip-on earbuds feature a sound signature tuned by Bose and are expected to launch in late September with a price of approximately 119 euros. Following this, Bose announced the expansion of its open-ear lineup with two new models: the Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) and the Sport Open Earbuds. Both utilize Bose OpenAudio technology to maintain situational awareness. The Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) are a premium update priced at $299, while the Sport Open Earbuds, priced at $199, feature a silicone C-arm design and an IP54 rating. Both models support Bluetooth 5.4 and multipoint connectivity. Preorders began in mid-September, with official availability starting October 1 in the US and Europe. In late September, Bose confirmed the Sport Open Earbuds would launch in Indonesia on October 1, 2026, at a price of Rp2,699,000. On October 5, 2026, Noise officially launched the Master Buds Open in India. The earbuds utilize a 10.8mm custom dynamic driver and an ergonomic C-bridge design to allow for ear canal ventilation. Technical specifications include Dynamic EQ with six presets, 4-Mic ENC DNN for voice calls, Bluetooth 5.4, and Spatial Audio. The device also features an integrated AI voice assistant, Chat AI, and transcription capabilities via the Noise Audio App. The product offers up to 28 hours of playback, fast charging, and an IPX4 rating, and is available in Carbon and Mercury metallic finishes. In a separate move, Bose is expanding its presence in the wired segment. On October 7, 2026, Bose announced the Bose Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds, marking its return to the category after more than a decade.

Entities

Bose · Raza Haider · Apple · Noise · Google

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Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Wired audio products see resurgence in 2026

    Wired headphones and earbuds are seeing a resurgence in 2026, with new offerings from Bose featuring USB-C powered active noise cancellation and Sennheiser providing high-fidelity studio options.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Bose launches USB-C noise cancelling wired earbuds

    Bose has released USB-C Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds that draw power from connected devices, offering lossless audio and three listening modes without the need for charging or Bluetooth pairing.

  3. [TECHNOLOGY] 3 sources
    Bose introduces new wired USB-C noise cancelling earbuds

    Bose returns to the wired market with new USB-C Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds, offering an alternative to Bluetooth models without the need for internal batteries.

  4. [TECHNOLOGY] 6 sources
    Bose announces new USB-C Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds

    Bose is reintroducing wired audio with its new USB-C Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds, featuring lossless audio support, QuietControl technology, and three distinct listening modes.

  5. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Noise launches Master Buds Open with Sound by Bose in India

    Noise has launched the Master Buds Open in India, featuring Sound by Bose technology and an ergonomic open-ear C-bridge design for all-day comfort and environmental awareness.

  6. [TECHNOLOGY] 24 sources
    Bose launches new USB-C noise-cancelling wired earbuds

    Bose is returning to the wired earbud market with new $99 USB-C Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds, featuring active noise cancellation and lossless audio support without the need for a battery.

  7. [TECHNOLOGY] 21 sources
    Bose returns to wired audio with new $99 noise-cancelling earbuds

    Bose is returning to wired audio with new $99 USB-C Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds, featuring ANC and no battery requirements. The company is also launching Sport Open Earbuds in Indonesia.

  8. [TECHNOLOGY] 29 sources
    Bose unveils new Sport and Ultra Open Earbuds

    Bose has unveiled two new open-ear models: the premium Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) and the activity-focused Sport Open Earbuds, both launching October 1.

  9. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Noise announces Bose-tuned Master Buds Open earbuds

    Indian wearable brand Noise is launching the Master Buds Open, Bose-tuned clip-on earbuds, in late September 2026 with an expected price of around 119 euros.

Sources

9to5google.com · absolutegeeks.com · ad-hoc-news.de · andreagaleazzi.com · androidcentral.com · androidworld.nl · archynewsy.com · au.pcmag.com · audiovision.de · av.watch.impress.co.jp · barbanews.com · basic-tutorials.de · billboard.com · blogspan.net · borncity.com · businessnewsthisweek.com · cincodias.es · cnet.com · compsmag.com · creativebloq.com · dagens.com · dagens.de · dailyweb.pl · ecoustics.com · frandroid.com · gadgetnews.net · gizmodo.com · gizmodo.jp · gstylemag.com · hifi.de · hifipig.com · ibtimes.com.au · imtest.de · innovationhouse.is · intomobile.com · invenglobal.com · iphonesoft.fr · it-boltwise.de · ithome.com · itopnews.de · klgadgetguy.com · kyma.com · lowyat.net · macitynet.it · mashable.com · me.mashable.com · mensgear.net · mixdownmag.com.au

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