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| AeroClip 2 | Sport Open Earbuds | |
|---|---|---|
| LAUNCH DATE | ||
| Released | 2026-09-22 | 2026-10-01 |
| Status | Available | Available |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
| Launch Price (USD) | $169.99 (US launch price) | $199 (US launch price) |
| Models | D1105 | — |
| 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 (estimate, converted from US launch price) | ₦278,600 (estimate, converted from US launch price) |
| PRODUCT OVERVIEW | ||
| Brand | Soundcore | Bose |
| Category | Open-ear clip-on true wireless earbuds | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Launch Date | September 4, 2026 | September 17, 2026 |
| Model Name | AeroClip 2 | Sport Open Earbuds |
| Price | $169.99 (US launch) | $199 (US launch) |
| AUDIO SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Driver Size | 12 mm | — |
| Driver Type | 12 mm dual-magnet dynamic driver | Custom dynamic drivers, Bose OpenAudio technology |
| Sound Features | Hi-Res Audio supported; Spatial audio: 3D Spatial Audio; Chip: Anker Thus AI chip | Bose OpenAudio Tech |
| FEATURES AND SOFTWARE | ||
| Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) | No (open-ear) | No (open-ear) |
| App Support | Soundcore app | Bose app |
| Customizable EQ | Yes, HearID 5.0 and custom EQ in Soundcore app | Yes, adjustable bass, mid and treble in Bose app |
| Other Features | HearID 5.0 custom EQ, AI translation (100+ languages), Nap Mode with offline white noise | Auto Volume, 3-band EQ; Google Fast Pair |
| Touch Controls | No, physical buttons | Textured physical buttons |
| CONNECTIVITY AND INTEGRATION | ||
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 | 5.4 (Bluetooth Low Energy) |
| Multipoint | Yes | Yes, two devices |
| Supported Codecs | LDAC | SBC, AAC |
| BUILD AND DESIGN | ||
| Colors Available | Burgundy Red, Mist Blue, Midnight Black, Cloud White | 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 clip-on true wireless earbuds | Open-ear C-arm cuff true wireless earbuds |
| Ingress Protection | IP57 | IP54 (sweat, water and dust) |
| Materials | Hard plastic body, flexible titanium wire ear hook | Polycarbonate and silicone, soft matte finish; translucent textured case lid |
| Weight | 6.2 g (each 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 | 10 min = 4 hours | 10 min = up to 1.8 hours |
| Total Playtime | Earbuds: Up to 8 hours; With case: Up to 32 hours | Earbuds: Up to 7 hours; With case: Up to 22 additional hours (29 hours total) |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, Qi | Yes (wireless charging case) |
| MICROPHONES AND VOICE FEATURES | ||
| Hands-Free Calls Support | Yes, Anker Thus AI chip voice isolation | Yes, SpeechClarity Tech |
| Mic Count | 4 (+2 VPU bone-conduction sensors) | 2 |
| Mic Type / Noise Reduction | 4 MEMS mics + 2 bone-conduction sensors (VPUs) | 2 microphones, Bose SpeechClarity voice isolation |
| BOX CONTENTS | ||
| Ear Tips (if earbuds) | — | No (open-ear cuff design) |
| Extras (cases, clips, mounts, etc.) | — | Charging case |
| Included Items | — | Earbuds, charging case, quick start guide, safety sheet |
| Main Device | — | 2 Bose Sport Open Earbuds |
| User Manual | — | Quick start guide, safety sheet |
| COMPATIBILITY | ||
| Supported Devices | — | Any Bluetooth-enabled phone, tablet or computer; preorders from 19 Sep 2026 |
| KEY HIGHLIGHT | ||
| Highlight | The Soundcore AeroClip 2 are open-ear clip-on earbuds with 12 mm dual-magnet drivers and Anker's Thus AI chip, supporting LDAC Hi-Res audio over Bluetooth 6.0 with multipoint. | 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. |