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| Studio Buds+ | Sport Open Earbuds | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-10-01 |
| Status | — | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price (USD) | $169.99 (reference only — see Price in Nigeria above for the actual retail price) | $199 (US launch price) |
| Notes | — | New 2026 model (product code SPORTOPN26), not the 2021 Bose Sport Open Earbuds; no Immersive Audio, Cinema Mode or aptX |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦238,000 | ₦278,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Beats | Bose |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | May 18, 2023 | September 17, 2026 |
| Model Name | Beats Studio Buds+ | Sport Open Earbuds |
| Price | $169.99 | $199 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Type | Custom two-layer transducer | Custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio technology |
| Sound Features | ANC, Transparency mode, Spatial Audio (Dolby Atmos, no head tracking), real-time playback correction (up to 50,000x/sec) | Bose OpenAudio Tech |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes (up to 1.6x better than original Studio Buds) | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | Beats app (iOS & Android) | Bose app |
| Customizable EQ | Limited (no full custom EQ; Adaptive tuned sound) | Yes, adjustable bass, mid and treble in Bose app |
| Other Features | — | Auto Volume, 3-band EQ; Google Fast Pair |
| Sound Modes | ANC, Transparency, Off | — |
| Touch Controls | Physical multifunction "b" button | Textured physical buttons |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes (up to 2x better than original) | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Siri (hands-free), Google Assistant | — |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 (Class 1) | 5.4 (Bluetooth Low Energy) |
| Multipoint | Not supported (automatic device switching via iCloud instead) | Yes, two devices |
| Range | Extended via Class 1 Bluetooth (~10m typical, not quantified) | — |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC | SBC, AAC |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Transparent, Black, Ivory, Cosmic Silver | Black, White Smoke, Eucalyptus Green (limited edition) |
| Dimensions | Earbud ~20.5 x 18.5 x 15mm; Case ~72 x 51 x 25.5mm | Earbud: 20.0 x 25.0 x 27.9 mm; Case: 48.3 x 67.9 x 29.6 mm |
| Form Factor | In-ear, stemless true wireless | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IPX4 | IP54 (sweat, water and dust) |
| Materials | Plastic housing, silicone ear tips (XS/S/M/L) | Polycarbonate and silicone, soft matte finish; translucent textured case lid |
| Weight | ~5.0g per earbud | 5.9 g (single earbud), 47.2 g (case), 59 g (total) |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C, wireless charging case; full charge 1 hour |
| Fast Charging | Fast Fuel — 5 min = 1 hr playback | 10 min = up to 1.8 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 9 hrs per charge (ANC off) / 6 hrs (on); up to 36 hrs total with case (24 hrs ANC on) | Earbuds: Up to 7 hours; With case: Up to 22 additional hours (29 hours total) |
| Wireless Charging | Not supported | Yes (wireless charging case) |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, SpeechClarity Tech |
| Mic Count | Multiple mics per earbud (exact count not published; 3x larger mics vs. predecessor) | 2 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Voice-targeting mics with ML-trained background noise suppression | 2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | "Hey Siri" (hands-free); tap/press for Google Assistant | — |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | USB-C to USB-C cable | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | 4 sizes (XS/S/M/L) | No (open-ear cuff design) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case | Charging case |
| Included Items | — | Earbuds, charging case, quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Main Device | Beats Studio Buds+ (pair) | 2 Bose Sport Open Earbuds |
| User Manual | Quick Start Guide | Quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Warranty Card | Yes | — |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | iOS, Android | — |
| Profiles Supported | One-touch pairing (Apple), Google Fast Pair, Find My / Find My Device | — |
| Supported Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac, Android phones/tablets | Any Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet or computer; preorders from 19 Sep 2026 |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | First Beats earbud with a transparent shell design, improved ANC/Transparency, and 36-hour total battery life. | The Bose Sport Open Earbuds (2026) are C-arm cuff open-ear earbuds built for workouts, with custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio and textured physical buttons. |