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Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (2024) review: A more affordable ANC ace

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Bose's QuietComfort Earbuds are priced around $300 .

The company is taking a shot at the mid-range market with the latest version of its noise-canceling earbuds.

Bose’s ANC is onboard, with longer battery life and a new app with features that are unique to this model.

Bose's QC Ultra Earbuds offer punchy highs and snappy bass.

There’s plenty of crisp, clean detail in the tone of these earbuds.

The company's ANC has been among the best in blocking environmental noise for years .

Immersive Audio isn’t available on the QuietComfort Earbud right now, but lists it as “coming soon”.

Call quality wasn't the absolute best on the QC Ultra Earbuds during my review.

Call quality was solid enough to get the job done and handled background noise well.

Sony 's LinkBuds S and Sennheiser ’s Accentum True Wireless are more apt comparisons.

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