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| Sense Pro | 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 5, 2026 (CES; on-sale March 2026) | September 17, 2026 |
| Model Name | JBL Sense Pro | Sport Open Earbuds |
| Price | $199.95 | $199 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | 16.2mm | — |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio technology |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz | — |
| Impedance | 32 ohm | — |
| Sensitivity | 92 dB SPL @1kHz | — |
| Sound Features | Hi-Res Audio Wireless, Adaptive Bass Boost, JBL Spatial Sound, Personi-Fi 3.0 | Bose OpenAudio Tech |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Not applicable (open-ear design) | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | JBL Headphones app | Bose app |
| Customizable EQ | Personi-Fi 3.0 personalized sound profile | Yes, adjustable bass, mid and treble in Bose app |
| Other Features | — | Auto Volume, 3-band EQ; Google Fast Pair |
| Sound Modes | Spatial Sound (3D audio) | — |
| Touch Controls | Yes, customizable via app | Textured physical buttons |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Inherent to open-ear air-conduction design | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | Supported | — |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP v1.3.2, AVRCP v1.6.3, HFP v1.9 | — |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 | 5.4 (Bluetooth Low Energy) |
| Multipoint | Yes (Dual Connect) | Yes, two devices |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | SBC, AAC |
| Wired Mode | Not supported | — |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Black, Grey | Black, White Smoke, Eucalyptus Green (limited edition) |
| Dimensions | — | Earbud: 20.0 x 25.0 x 27.9 mm; Case: 48.3 x 67.9 x 29.6 mm |
| Form Factor | Open-ear, air-conduction with adjustable split ear hook | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 | IP54 (sweat, water and dust) |
| Materials | Liquid silicone ear hooks with titanium alloy memory wire | Polycarbonate and silicone, soft matte finish; translucent textured case lid |
| Weight | 11.6g per earbud; case 72g | 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 630mAh | — |
| Fast Charging | 10 min = 4 hrs playback | 10 min = up to 1.8 hours |
| Total Playtime | Up to 38 hrs (8h earbuds + 30h case) | Earbuds: Up to 7 hours; With case: Up to 22 additional hours (29 hours total) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes | Yes (wireless charging case) |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, SpeechClarity Tech |
| Mic Count | 4 total | 2 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | Beamforming + dedicated Voice Pickup Sensor, AI wind/noise reduction | 2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | USB-C (implied) | — |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | Not applicable (open-ear) | 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 | JBL Sense Pro earbuds | 2 Bose Sport Open Earbuds |
| User Manual | QSG/Safety sheet | Quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Warranty Card | Warranty/Warning insert | — |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | iOS, Android | — |
| Profiles Supported | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP | — |
| Supported Devices | Google Fast Pair | Any Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet or computer; preorders from 19 Sep 2026 |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | JBL's flagship open-ear model, pairing Bluetooth 6.0 and Hi-Res LDAC audio with a dedicated Voice Pickup Sensor for clear calls. | 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. |