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| MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | 2026-09-03 | 2026-10-01 |
| Status | Available | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price (USD) | $299.95 (US launch price) | $299 (US launch price) |
| Notes | — | Personal Surround support with Bose Smart Soundbars removed versus 1st Gen |
| Price in Nigeria | ₦419,900 (estimate, converted from US launch price) | ₦418,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Sennheiser | Bose |
| Category | In-ear true wireless earbuds | Open-ear cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | August 20, 2026 | September 17, 2026 |
| Model Name | MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 | Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
| Price | $299.95 (US launch) | $299 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | 7 mm | — |
| Driver Type | 7 mm TrueResponse dynamic driver | Improved dynamic driver (deeper bass, higher volume), Bose OpenAudio technology |
| Frequency Response | 5 Hz - 21 kHz | — |
| Sound Features | Up to 24-bit/96 kHz (lossless) | Spatial audio: Immersive Audio; Cinema Mode with Bose TrueSpatial head tracking |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | Yes, hybrid adaptive ANC with adaptive anti-wind | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | Sennheiser Smart Control Plus | Bose app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, 8-band graphic EQ in Smart Control Plus app | Yes, 3-band EQ in Bose app |
| Other Features | 8-band graphic EQ, sound personalization (developed with Fraunhofer Institute), Dolby Atmos with head tracking, low-latency gaming mode; Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair | Auto Volume, 3-band EQ (Bose app); Google Fast Pair |
| Sound Modes | Sound Personalization, genre presets, Dolby Atmos with head tracking, low-latency gaming mode | Immersion Mode, Cinema Mode, Stereo |
| Touch Controls | — | No, physical button on each earbud (play/pause, track, volume, calls) |
| Transparency / Ambient Mode | Yes, Natural Transparency mode with anti-occlusion compensation | — |
| Voice Assistant Support | — | Phone's native voice assistant (Alexa+ planned) |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0, class 1 | 5.4, range up to 30 ft (9 m) |
| Multipoint | Yes | Yes, two devices |
| Range | — | 9 m (30 ft) |
| Supported Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive (Snapdragon Sound) |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Graphite, Cream, Copper, Denim, Lavender | Black, White Smoke, Cherry Chocolate, Olive Green, Sky Pink (last three limited edition) |
| Dimensions | Case with earbuds: 67.2 x 48.4 x 25.0 mm | Earbud: 18.9 x 17.7 x 27.7 mm; Case: 47.5 x 26.8 x 66.0 mm |
| Form Factor | In-ear true wireless earbuds | Open-ear cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IP54 (earbuds only) | IPX4 |
| Materials | — | Polycarbonate and silicone; metallic cap with beveled finish; flex-joint cuff |
| Weight | 7 g (single earbud), 55 g (charging case), 62 g (total) | 5.9 g (single earbud), 49.9 g (case) |
| BATTERY CAPACITY AND CHARGING | ||
| Battery Life (Standby) | — | Up to 20 hours (connected, no audio) |
| Battery Type | Li-Ion, user-replaceable | — |
| Charging Port | Qi wireless charging (v2.1); full charge approx. 1.5 hours | USB-C, wireless charging case; full charge 1 hour |
| Device Battery Capacity | 72 mAh (each earbud), 760 mAh (case) | — |
| Fast Charging | 8 min = 1 hour playback | 10 min = up to 2 hours |
| Total Playtime | Earbuds: Up to 12 hours (ANC off), up to 6 hours (ANC on); With case: Up to 40 hours | Earbuds: Up to 9 hours (up to 5 hours with Immersive Audio); With case: Up to 19.5 additional hours (28.5 hours total) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, Qi | Yes, Qi |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes | Yes, Bose SpeechClarity |
| Mic Count | 4 | 2 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | 4 mics per earbud incl. bone-conduction mic; AI and beamforming de-noising | 2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Charging Cable | Yes, USB-C charging cable | Not listed in box contents (power adapter not included) |
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | XS, S, M, L ear tips | No (open-ear cuff design) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | Charging case, battery replacement tool | Charging case |
| Included Items | — | Earbuds, charging case, quick start guide, safety sheet (no power adapter) |
| Main Device | One pair of MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 earbuds | 2 Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) |
| User Manual | Yes, documentation | Quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Warranty Card | 1-year manufacturer warranty | 1-year Bose limited warranty |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Operating Systems | Android, iOS | Android, iOS (Bose app on Google Play and App Store); any Bluetooth device |
| Supported Devices | Bluetooth devices; Google Fast Pair (Android), Microsoft Swift Pair (Windows) | Any Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet or computer; preorders from 19 Sep 2026 |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 5 are premium earbuds with 7 mm TrueResponse dynamic drivers, hybrid adaptive ANC and support for aptX Adaptive/Lossless over Bluetooth 6.0. | The Bose Ultra Open Earbuds (2nd Gen) are cuff-style open-ear earbuds with an improved driver for deeper bass, Bose OpenAudio, Immersive Audio and Cinema Mode with TrueSpatial head tracking. |