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| Live Buds 3 | Sport Open Earbuds | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | — | 2026-10-01 |
| Status | — | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price (USD) | $199.95 (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 | ₦280,000 | ₦278,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | JBL | Bose |
| Category | True Wireless Earbuds | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | January 8, 2024 (CES; retail Summer 2024) | September 17, 2026 |
| Model Name | JBL Live Buds 3 | Sport Open Earbuds |
| Price | $199.95 | $199 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | 10mm | — |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio technology |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz | — |
| Impedance | 16 ohm | — |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB SPL @1kHz | — |
| Sound Features | JBL Signature Sound, JBL Spatial Sound, Personi-Fi 3.0 | Bose OpenAudio Tech |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes — True Adaptive Noise Cancelling | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | JBL Headphones app | Bose app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes (Personi-Fi 3.0) | Yes, adjustable bass, mid and treble in Bose app |
| Other Features | — | Auto Volume, 3-band EQ; Google Fast Pair |
| Sound Modes | Adaptive ANC levels, ambient modes | — |
| Touch Controls | Yes, customizable; 1.45" touchscreen on case | Textured physical buttons |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Ambient sound control supported | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Yes, selectable via app | — |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP v1.4, AVRCP v1.6.2, HFP v1.8 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 5.3 (earbuds); 5.1 (case) | 5.4 (Bluetooth Low Energy) |
| Multipoint | Yes | Yes, two devices |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC; LE Audio capable | SBC, AAC |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Black, Silver, Blue, Purple | Black, White Smoke, Eucalyptus Green (limited edition) |
| Dimensions | Earbud 21.8 x 15.9 x 21.2mm; Case 61 x 51 x 30.8mm | Earbud: 20.0 x 25.0 x 27.9 mm; Case: 48.3 x 67.9 x 29.6 mm |
| Form Factor | In-ear bud-type TWS with smart touchscreen charging case | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IP55 | IP54 (sweat, water and dust) |
| Materials | — | Polycarbonate and silicone, soft matte finish; translucent textured case lid |
| Weight | 4.6g per earbud; case 73g | 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 |
| Device Battery Capacity | Earbud 60mAh; Case 620mAh | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min = 4 hrs playback | 10 min = up to 1.8 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 40 hrs combined (10h ANC off / 8h ANC on + case) | Earbuds: Up to 7 hours; With case: Up to 22 additional hours (29 hours total) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes (case) | Yes (wireless charging case) |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, SpeechClarity Tech |
| Mic Count | 6 total | 2 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Beamforming array with noise-reduction algorithm | 2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation |
| Voice Assistant Trigger | App-configured touch control | — |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | USB-C | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | 3-4 silicone sizes | No (open-ear cuff design) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | 1.45" touchscreen smart charging case | Charging case |
| Included Items | — | Earbuds, charging case, quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Main Device | JBL Live Buds 3 earbuds | 2 Bose Sport Open Earbuds |
| User Manual | Included | Quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Warranty Card | Included | — |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | iOS, Android | — |
| Profiles Supported | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Supported Devices | Any Bluetooth phone/tablet/laptop/TV | Any Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet or computer; preorders from 19 Sep 2026 |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | A 1.45" touchscreen charging case enables app-free ANC/playback control, paired with Hi-Res LDAC audio. | 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. |