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BJBL Live Buds 3

General

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Series

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Live5Press articlesoundguys.com/jbl-live-3-earbuds-107216Read 10 October 2026Live 3 series with Buds, Beam and Flex styles.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

442318, 318L, 318R, 888507-01002Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 4 and 6: case model 442318, left earbud 318L, right earbud 318R. SoundGuys lists 888507-0100 for the tested unit.

JBLLIVEBUDS3BLK, JBLLIVEBUDS3SILAM, LIVE BUDS 3, LIVE BUDS 3C1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Quick Start Guide model names LIVE BUDS 3 (earbuds) and LIVE BUDS 3C (charging case). JBLLIVEBUDS3BLK is the Black SKU on Harvey Norman and JBLLIVEBUDS3SILAM the Silver SKU on Amazon US.8Retailer pageharveynorman.co.nz/headphones-and-speakers/headphones/jbl-live-buds-3-adaptive-noise-cancelling-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-black.htmlRead 10 October 2026Harvey Norman New Zealand lists model number JBLLIVEBUDS3BLK for Black.

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AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

18 September 20241Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-second-genRead 10 October 2026September 18, 2024 launch announcement.

8 January 20244Press articletechradar.com/audio/headphones/jbls-new-wireless-earbuds-are-crammed-with-next-gen-features-including-a-screen-on-the-caseRead 10 October 2026Announced at CES 2024. SoundGuys coverage is dated 8 January 2024.

Status

Available3Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Bose.com US listing in stock on the access date.

Available3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026Reviewed as a current product with retail prices listed.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$1791Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-second-genRead 10 October 2026Press release: available starting today for $179. US price, sales tax not included.

$199.954Press articletechradar.com/audio/headphones/jbls-new-wireless-earbuds-are-crammed-with-next-gen-features-including-a-screen-on-the-caseRead 10 October 2026JBL Live 3 Earbuds to be available from JBL.com in summer 2024 at 199.95 USD. Yanko Design states the same price for all three Live 3 models.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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€199.993Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026Recommended price 199.99 EUR in the Netherlands. VAT included as published.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, CA, GB, DE, FR4Maker product pagebose.de/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Bose Germany store offers the product in EUR.5Maker product pagebose.co.uk/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Bose UK store offers the product in GBP.6Maker product pagebose.fr/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Bose France store offers the product in EUR.7Maker product pagebose.ca/en/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Bose Canada store offers the product in CAD.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, White Smoke, Chilled Lilac, Dewdrop Mint, Ice Blue, Petal Pink, Rosewood Mauve3Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Color swatches of this product on the page. Black, White Smoke and Chilled Lilac are the launch colors. The others were added later.

Black, Silver, Blue, Purple6Reviewsoundguys.com/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026SoundGuys catalog lists Black, blue, silver and purple. Launch coverage listed black and silver only.

Segment

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Music3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026

Design

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Form factoriIn-ear seals the ear canal with a tip. Semi-in-ear rests in the outer ear without a seal. Open-ear leaves the ear canal unobstructed.

In-ear2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 14: the eartip rests at the opening of the ear canal and makes a seal.

In-ear3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026

Bud shapeiStem describes an extending control or microphone stalk. Stemless describes a compact body without a stalk.

Stemless9Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-2024-review-124327Read 10 October 2026Review says the earbuds rest within the ear with no stem protruding past it.

Stemless3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026The Buds 3 are the bud-type model. The Beam 3 and Flex 3 have stems.

Use one bud aloneiWhich earbud can operate alone. This does not mean two earbuds can play from different sources.

Either bud3Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026FAQ: you can use either the left or the right bud independently. Both buds are best for noise cancelling.

Either bud1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Dual Connect + Sync page shows stereo mode and mono mode with either the L or R earbud.

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Drivers and sound

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Drivers per budiAudio transducers in one earbud. Rows distinguish their type, acoustic role and published diameter. Do not count microphones.

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BJBL Live Buds 3

Type	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	10	1

Source1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Driver size 10 mm dynamic driver. One per earbud.3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026

Driver typeiPublished transducer technology. High-excursion, composite and neodymium do not by themselves establish a driver type.

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Dynamic1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Driver sizeiLargest explicitly published circular driver diameter in one earbud. A rectangular driver width is not a diameter.

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Drivers per budiTotal audio transducers in one earbud, summed from explicit driver quantities. A row with an unknown quantity makes the total unknown.

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Diaphragm material

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Frequency responseiPublished acoustic frequency response of the earbuds. Codec transmission bandwidth alone does not qualify. Conditions belong in the source note.

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Min20 HzMax40 kHz1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 20263Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026

Impedance

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16Ω1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 20266Reviewsoundguys.com/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Catalog lists 16 ohm. The Quick Start Guide states the same.

SensitivityiPublished acoustic sensitivity. The electrical reference and frequency must be stated in sensitivity_reference or the source note.

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Sensitivity reference

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Max sample rateiHighest supported audio sample rate under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. This does not establish lossless playback.

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Max bit depthiHighest supported audio bit depth under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. Bluetooth version alone does not establish this.

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Adaptive EQiAn inner mic tunes the sound to your ear in real time

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Yes3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026Adaptive EQ for real-time adjustment, plus an optional Low Volume EQ.

Personalised soundiA profile from a hearing test or ear scan

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Yes3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026Personi-Fi uses a detailed hearing test of each ear to tailor the sound.

Onboard EQ

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Yes2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026The Smart Charging Case adjusts volume and EQ.3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026

Custom EQ bandsiNumber of independently adjustable custom equalizer frequency bands. Availability may require current firmware, an app or a compatible device.

51Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-second-genRead 10 October 2026Press release: five-band adjustable EQ in the Bose QC Earbuds app.

107Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0D3631X1BRead 10 October 2026JBL Headphones app screenshot on the listing shows an equalizer with ten frequency bands from 32 Hz to 16 kHz.

EQ presetsiNamed equalizer sound presets. Noise-control modes and spatial-audio modes are separate features.

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Jazz, Vocal, Bass, Club, Studio, Extreme Bass3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026Six EQ presets plus a custom EQ. Preset names are from the JBL Headphones app screenshot on the Amazon listing.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0D3631X1BRead 10 October 2026App screenshot shows Jazz, Vocal, Bass, Club, Studio and Extreme Bass presets.

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audioiNamed spatial or surround audio processing supported with the source and platform conditions stated in the source note.

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JBL Spatial Sound2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 20263Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026

Head trackingiSpatial audio changes with head movement. Static spatial processing alone does not qualify. Compatible device or content requirements belong in the source note.

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 31: Quiet mode gives full noise cancellation. Aware mode gives full transparency. Off is also available.

Yes3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026

ANC typeiFeedforward uses exterior microphones. Feedback uses interior microphones. Hybrid uses both. Adaptive control is separate from microphone placement.

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ANC microphones in both earbudsiPhysical microphones used by ANC across the pair. A shared call and ANC microphone counts once. Case microphones and vibration sensors are excluded.

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42Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026True Adaptive Noise Cancelling uses four noise-sensing microphones. The page does not say how many are in each earbud.

Adaptive ANCiANC strength or calibration adjusts automatically to noise, fit or ear acoustics. The source note states the adjustment conditions.

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Yes2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

ANC levelsiNumber of selectable ANC strength levels. Excludes ANC off, transparency and activity profiles unless they explicitly set distinct strength levels.

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73Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026Manual ANC control is a slider with seven levels.

ANC attenuation (claimed)iManufacturer maximum claimed noise attenuation. Frequency and measurement conditions belong in the source note. This is not reviewer-measured overall attenuation.

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Transparency mode

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 31: Aware mode.

Yes2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 20263Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026

Adjustable transparency

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Yes2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Page says you can customize how much ambient sound you let in.

Automatic ANC and transparency blendiAutomatically blends active cancellation with ambient sound. Automatic activity-based switching between separate modes alone does not qualify.

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Conversation detection

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Wind noise reductioniA documented physical design or processing feature for reducing wind noise. The source note distinguishes mesh or shape changes from selectable processing.

Yes3Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026FAQ on calls: the microphone system adapts to the environment to isolate your voice from background noise and wind. This is call processing and not a physical wind design.

Yes2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Beamforming microphones reduce wind and noise interference. This is call processing.

Measured

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Frequency response notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

With ANC on, the response has more sub-bass than the SoundGuys headphone preference curve. It under-emphasizes the mids and over-emphasizes treble. With ANC off the bass emphasis is lower.10Measurementsoundguys.com/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-2024-review-124327Read 10 October 2026Objective Measurements section. Firmware 1.1.2, Bose QC Earbuds app 2.0.2, default settings. No numeric deviation stored.

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Bass amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the bass range. Positive means more bass. Target, test method and settings belong in the source note.

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Treble amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the treble range. Positive means more treble. Values from different targets may not be directly comparable.

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Deviation from target (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Consistency between fittings (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Harmonic distortion (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Sound leakage (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation, best (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Call quality notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Voices are clear in ideal conditions and usable in most environments. Some background noise stays audible in the simulated office test.10Measurementsoundguys.com/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-2024-review-124327Read 10 October 2026Microphone demos in ideal, office, street, windy and reverberant conditions.

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Mic low-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency in game mode (measured)iThe best case the buds can reach. Measured by a reviewer

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Battery life (measured)iReviewer-tested operation from one full charge of the earbuds. Excludes case recharges. ANC, codec, connection, volume and tested edition belong in the row or source note.

ABose QuietComfort Earbuds (2024)

ANC	Hours (h)
Yes	9

Source11Reviewtechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-2024-reviewRead 10 October 2026Reviewer testing: the buds hit nine hours with ANC on. Volume, codec and method are not stated. Earbuds only, one charge.

BJBL Live Buds 3

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Longest tested use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only duration among stored reviewer tests. Modes and settings may differ between tests and products.

9h=CalculatedFrom Battery life (measured)

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Battery life with case (measured)iReviewer-tested total including earbuds and case recharges. Do not calculate this by multiplying one-charge runtime by claimed recharge count.

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Full charge time (measured)iBuds in the case, 0 to 100 %. Measured by a reviewer

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Weight per bud (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Microphones and calls

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Voice microphones in both earbudsiPhysical call and beamforming microphones across the pair. Excludes case microphones and vibration sensors. Shared ANC microphones can also count here when used for calls.

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62Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Six beamforming microphones for calls.

All microphones in both earbudsiEvery physical microphone across the pair, including call and ANC microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes the charging case and voice vibration sensors.

61Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-second-genRead 10 October 2026Press release: three microphones in each bud, six microphones working together for noise cancellation and voice pickup.

62Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Six beamforming microphones in total.3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026

Bone conduction voice sensoriA dedicated bone or jaw conduction sensor for detecting speech vibrations. A microphone or speech-detecting accelerometer alone does not prove this architecture.

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Mic noise reduction

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Call audio bandwidthiHighest supported call-audio bandwidth. Compatible phone, operating system, call app or network requirements belong in the source note.

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Mic mute controliAn earbud control that mutes the microphone during calls. Includes touch or pressure gestures and physical buttons. Phone/app-only controls do not qualify.

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 26: Fast Mute can be assigned to a touch control in the Bose QCE app.

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SidetoneiHear your own voice in calls

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 26: sidetones are managed in the Bose QCE app under Smart Calls.

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Connectivity

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Chip

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Connections

Bluetooth3Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Wireless Connectivity row lists Bluetooth profiles only. The USB cable is for charging.

Bluetooth1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Bluetooth

5.31Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-second-genRead 10 October 2026Press release: advanced Bluetooth 5.3. SoundGuys and What Hi-Fi also list 5.3.

5.31Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Earbud 5.3. The charging case lists Bluetooth 5.1.

Bluetooth codecs

SBC, AAC8Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-2024Read 10 October 2026Tech specs and Features: SBC and AAC, no aptX. TechRadar also lists SBC and AAC. The maker does not name codecs.

SBC, AAC, LDAC3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 20266Reviewsoundguys.com/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

Bluetooth profiles

A2DP, HFP, AVRCP3Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Wireless Connectivity row: A2DP Bluetooth Audio Streaming, HFP Bluetooth, AVRCP Bluetooth.

A2DP, AVRCP, HFP1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

LE Audio

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Auracast

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth connections to multiple source devices. Pairing memory and switching through a manufacturer account alone do not qualify.

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 40: connected to up to two devices at a time. Audio plays from one device at a time.

Yes1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Multi-point connection, maximum 2 devices.

Multipoint devicesiMaximum source devices concurrently connected by Bluetooth, not the number remembered in pairing history.

22Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 41: two devices connected at once.

21Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Multipoint with LDACiMany buds turn multipoint off on LDAC

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Paired devices rememberediMaximum remembered Bluetooth source pairings. This is separate from simultaneous multipoint connections.

52Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 40: up to five devices in the earbuds device list.

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Automatic switching between own devicesiThrough the maker's account

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Fast pairing

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Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Quick Start Guide shows the Android account pop-up for the earbuds and Microsoft Swift Pair on Windows 10 v1803+. Android 6 or later.

Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

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Wireless range (claimed)

9m2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 41: range of 30 ft or 9 m.

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Wireless receiveri2.4 GHz dongle

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Receiver connector

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Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiBoth connection types can play audio together. Quick switching between independent modes does not qualify.

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Latency

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Low latency mode

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 29: low latency Bluetooth audio, enabled in the Bose QCE app.

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Claimed latency

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Lowest claimed latency

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Compatibility

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PlatformsiPlatforms with documented audio support. App availability and advanced features can be more limited. Edition-specific support is listed in variants.

Android, iOS9Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-2024-review-124327Read 10 October 2026FAQ: pairs with a PC or any Bluetooth device, and the review used an iPhone. The maker lists apps for Android and iOS.

Android, iOS1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Guide covers Android pairing, Bixby and Siri controls. SoundGuys states both platforms work.

Connection per platformiDocumented audio connection for each platform. USB-C phone routes require a compatible port. Platform edition and microphone restrictions belong in source notes or feature requirements.

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Features that need a specific deviceiDevice, operating system, firmware, codec, content, account or region requirements for a named feature.

ABose QuietComfort Earbuds (2024)

Feature	Needs
Voice control	The Bose QCE app must be running on the device, open or in the background.
Remote selfie	Set up in the Bose QCE app and the camera app open on the device.

Source2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 27: the Bose QCE app must be running, open or in the background, to use voice control.3Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026FAQ on remote selfie: set it up in the Bose QCE app, open the camera app, then say Hey Headphones Take Photo or use the assigned touch control.

BJBL Live Buds 3

Feature	Needs
LDAC Hi-Res Audio	Compatible Android phone.
Advanced controls (ANC, Ambient Aware, TalkThru)	Enable by connecting the earbuds to the JBL Headphones app.
Google Finder and Google Audio Switch	Android devices. Google Fast Pair on the Quick Start Guide needs Android 6 or later.

Source1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Advanced controls need the JBL Headphones app. The Swift Pair note applies to Android 6 or later.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery per budiBattery cell capacity of one earbud. The source note states typical or rated capacity. Charging input current is not capacity.

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60mAh1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Lithium-ion 60 mAh at 3.85 V per earbud.8Retailer pageharveynorman.co.nz/headphones-and-speakers/headphones/jbl-live-buds-3-adaptive-noise-cancelling-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-black.htmlRead 10 October 2026Listing lists 60 mAh per earbud and 620 mAh for the case. Its sound pressure level of 97 dB differs from the guide and is not stored.

User-replaceable earbud batteryiThe maker documents normal battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

No2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 3: the product contains non-replaceable batteries. Printed page 5: do not attempt to remove the lithium-ion battery.

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Claimed battery lifeiManufacturer maximum runtime under the stated mode, codec and spatial processing state. Name the spatial or immersive processing mode and other conditions in source notes. Omit unspecified settings. with_case false means one charge of the earbuds. true means earbuds plus case recharges.

ABose QuietComfort Earbuds (2024)

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC on	No	8.5
ANC on	Yes	30

Source2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 37. Bose test June 2024: A2DP, IEC 60268-1 pink noise, 75 dB SPL, 3-band EQ at zero, Quiet mode (full noise cancellation). Up to 8.5 h per charge. Up to 2.5 full earbud recharges from the case for up to 30 h of listening, stored as the with-case total. The maker product page footnote says 9 h and 31.5 h instead. The guide is preferred. Codec not stated.

BJBL Live Buds 3

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	No	10
ANC on	No	8
ANC off	Yes	40

Source1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Music playtime with Bluetooth on: ANC off up to 10 h, ANC on up to 8 h, True Adaptive ANC on up to 7 h. The 7 h True Adaptive ANC row has no schema mode of its own and is not stored. Talk time is listed as 4.5 h with ANC off and 5.5 h with ANC on. Longer with ANC on is not plausible, so no talk time is stored. The 40 h total is from the JBL Indonesia page.2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 202610 hours of playtime plus another 30 in the charging case, 40 hours total with ANC off.

Longest claimed use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only runtime among all stored modes. This can be ANC off, Hearing Aid, heart-rate or call use. Read the battery table and source conditions.

8.5h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

10h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC enabled. Codec and spatial-audio conditions belong in the source note.

8.5h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

8h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC disabled. Codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

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10h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case (claimed)iHighest claimed runtime including the initial earbud charge and all case recharges. It is not the case recharge runtime alone.

30h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Total with case and ANC (claimed)iClaimed total playback with ANC, including the initial earbud charge and case recharges.

30h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Talk time (claimed)

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Full charge time, budsiTime to charge discharged earbuds to full in the case. Excludes charging the case itself or a combined buds-and-case result.

90min2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 37: earbuds up to 1.5 hours. Bose test: depleted earbuds in a fully charged case.

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Charging guidanceiPublished charging guidance or estimates that do not separate earbuds and case. Preserve the maker’s component scope and limits. Do not assign an unspecified or combined estimate to a component-specific numeric field.

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The Quick Start Guide lists a charging time of 2 hours from empty and does not say whether this is the earbuds, the case or both. The case also charges on a Qi wireless pad (not included).1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Charging time 2 hrs from empty. The charging page also shows charging through a Qi-certified wireless pad (not included).

Quick charge timeiCharge duration corresponding to quick_charge_playback_h. Source note states earbuds-only or case-inclusive charging and playback settings.

20min2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 37: a 20-minute charge.

10min2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

Earbud playback after quick chargeiEarbuds-only runtime after quick_charge_min of charging. A claimed case-inclusive total does not qualify. ANC, codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

3h2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 37: up to 3 hours of earbud playback after 20 minutes. Quiet mode, 75 dB SPL, 3-band EQ at zero.

4h2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 202610 minutes on a USB-C cable gives another four hours of playtime. The ANC setting is not stated.

Charging case

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Case batteryiCharging-case battery cell capacity. The source note distinguishes typical, rated and output capacity. USB output capacity alone does not qualify.

300mAh2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 6 lists Output Capacity 300 mAh on the line with the charging case input rating and output current. The label gives no typical or rated qualifier. It is read as the case battery capacity.

620mAh1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Lithium-ion 620 mAh at 3.8 V.8Retailer pageharveynorman.co.nz/headphones-and-speakers/headphones/jbl-live-buds-3-adaptive-noise-cancelling-true-wireless-in-ear-headphones-black.htmlRead 10 October 2026

User-replaceable case batteryiThe maker documents normal case battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

No2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 3 gives the same statement for the product, which includes the charging case.

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Case charging port

USB-C2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 34: USB-C port on the back of the charging case.

USB-C1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Power supply 5 V 1 A over USB-C. JBL Indonesia page states USB type-C charging.

Case full charge timeiBy cable, 0 to 100 %. A time the maker gives with the earbuds inside the case counts, and the source note says so.

120min2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 37: charging case up to 2 hours. The charging method is not stated.

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Wireless charging

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 34: a compatible third-party wireless charger, not provided, charges the case.

Yes1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 20262Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 20263Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026

Wireless standardsiDocumented case charging standards or supported chargers. Magnetic alignment alone does not establish Qi2 certification.

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Qi1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Wireless charging poweriHighest wireless charging input the maker states for the case. The output of a charging pad does not count.

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Speaker in caseiAn audio speaker physically in the charging case, for locating or status sounds. A microphone in the case is separate.

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Screen on case

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Yes2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026The Smart Charging Case shows messages and controls the earbuds. Display size from Amazon and SoundGuys.3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 20267Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0D3631X1BRead 10 October 2026Listing describes a 1.45-inch touchscreen display on the Smart Charging Case.

Case works as audio transmitteriCase relays external source audio through USB or an analog audio input. A case microphone for recording or calls does not qualify.

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Controls

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ControlsiPressure is a force sensor that does not move, such as a stem you squeeze. Button is a key that moves when pressed.

Touch, Voice commands2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed pages 24 to 28: touch surface on both earbuds and voice control with Hey headphones.

Touch3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026

Earbud volume controliHow earbud controls adjust volume, including a voice command if supported. Phone or app controls alone do not qualify.

Touch2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 25: tap then touch and hold the right earbud for up, the left for down.

Touch3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026Three preset gesture sets (tap, double tap, triple tap, long tap): ambient sound control, volume control and playback control.

Gestures

Tap: play or pause, answer a call, Double-tap: next track, end or decline a call, Triple-tap: previous track, Tap then touch and hold right earbud: volume up, Tap then touch and hold left earbud: volume down, Touch and hold for 1 second: change noise cancelling mode, Say Hey headphones: voice control2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed pages 24 to 28 and 31.

Tap once, Tap twice, Tap three times, Hold for 2 seconds1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Controls page shows Tap x1, Tap x2, Tap x3 and Hold (2 s) on each earbud. Advanced controls need the JBL Headphones app.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0D3631X1BRead 10 October 2026App screenshot: tap cycles noise cancelling, ambient aware and off, double-tap is TalkThru, tap and hold triggers the voice assistant.

Remappable controls

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 26: touch controls can be changed in the Bose QCE app.

Yes3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026On-earbud controls can be customized, with three preset action sets to choose from.

Voice assistant

Hey headphones voice control, Phone voice assistant2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 27 and 28: Hey headphones voice control, and Assistant followed by a request to reach the phone assistant.

Bixby, Siri, Google Assistant1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Controls page shows Bixby, Siri and Others. SoundGuys lists Google Assistant and Siri.6Reviewsoundguys.com/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 30: in-ear detection with auto play or pause, auto answer and auto transparency.

Yes1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Auto play/pause page.3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 20266Reviewsoundguys.com/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026

Sensors

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Heart rate sensor

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Skin temperature sensingiA documented skin temperature sensor. This is separate from the operating temperature range or a heart-rate sensor.

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Hearing aid featureiAmplification for mild to moderate hearing loss

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Medical clearances

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Hearing testiA documented hearing assessment feature, including consumer sound-personalization tests. Medical diagnostic clearance must be stated separately.

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Yes3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026

Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

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Health features

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Personal Sound Amplification with customized ambient sound levels2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Personal Sound Amplification with customized ambient sound levels is named in the calls feature text.

Fit and durability

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Ear tips includediTip sizes supplied with the product, including the pair fitted to the earbuds. Do not list separately sold sizes as included.

S, M, L2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed pages 11 and 17: small, medium and large eartips are included. Medium comes attached.

XS, S, M, L1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

Ear tip materials

Silicone8Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/bose-quietcomfort-earbuds-2024Read 10 October 2026Design section: three sizes of silicone ear tips.

Silicone3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026

StabilisersiPhysical stabilizing fittings or structures. Stability bands are separate from fins, wings and ear hooks.

Stability bands2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed pages 16 to 19: stability bands in sizes 1, 2 and 3.

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Ear tip fit test

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Yes3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026The reviewer ran the fit test in the app.

Dust and water rating, buds

IPX42Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 13: earbuds IPX4.

IP551Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026IP55 is printed in the specification table. SoundGuys states IP55 for the earbuds.3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026

Dust and water rating, case

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Water resistance depth

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Software

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Companion app

Bose QCE app2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 12: Bose QCE app.

JBL Headphones1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

App platforms

Android, iOS3Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Page says the app is available on Google Play and the Apple Store.

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User firmware updates

Yes2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 45: updates start from a message in the Bose QCE app.

Yes5Press articlesoundguys.com/jbl-live-3-earbuds-107216Read 10 October 2026Announcement describes LE Audio arriving through an OTA update later, which shows over-the-air firmware updates.

Finding network

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Google Find Hub2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 2026Google Finder service locates the earbuds with a network of Android devices.

Precision findingiUWB in the case

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Live translation

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Dimensions and weight

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Weight per budiMass of one earbud. Tip size and approximate values belong in the source note. Do not store pair or case-inclusive mass.

10.89g(0.4 oz)3Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Bud Single 0.024 lb, converted with 453.59237 g per lb to 10.89 g. The pound figure is rounded. Entire Product System 0.152 lb matches the case plus two buds. TechRadar and What Hi-Fi list 8.5 g per bud and SoundGuys lists 6 g. The maker figure is kept.

4.8g(0.2 oz)1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Quick Start Guide lists 4.8 g per earbud (9.6 g combined). TechRadar and SoundGuys list 4.6 g. The maker document is preferred.3Reviewglobal.techradar.com/nl-nl/audio/earbuds-airpods/jbl-live-buds-3-review-nlRead 10 October 2026Specification table lists 4.6 g per earbud. The Quick Start Guide lists 4.8 g and is preferred.

Bud dimensionsiDimensions of one earbud on the explicitly identified width, height and depth axes. An unlabeled tuple cannot establish those axes.

Width25.1Height29Depth21.1mm(1 × 1.1 × 0.8 in)4Maker product pagebose.de/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Einzelner Earbud 2.9 cm H x 2.51 cm W x 2.11 cm D. Maker-labeled axes in cm, stored in mm. The US page gives the same size in inches.

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Case weightiCharging case mass excluding earbuds. Case-inclusive product mass does not qualify unless the source explicitly gives the empty-case figure.

47.17g(1.7 oz)3Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Case 0.104 lb, converted to 47.17 g. Listed apart from the single bud, so read as the empty case. SoundGuys lists 45 g.

69.8g(2.5 oz)1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Quick Start Guide lists 69.8 g for the charging case.

Case dimensionsiCharging-case width, height and depth on explicitly identified source axes. Report conflicting axis labels rather than reorder a tuple by appearance.

Width70.1Height35.1Depth48.3mm(2.8 × 1.4 × 1.9 in)4Maker product pagebose.de/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Etui 3.51 cm H x 7.01 cm W x 4.83 cm D. Maker-labeled axes.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res AudioiThe Japan Audio Society logos. Hi-Res Audio Wireless is also written Hi-Res Wireless Audio.

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Hi-Res Audio Wireless5Press articlesoundguys.com/jbl-live-3-earbuds-107216Read 10 October 2026CES announcement lists High-res audio wireless with LDAC for the Live Buds 3.

Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

A943182Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 4: FCC ID A94318.

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Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

2 Bose QuietComfort Earbuds, Charging case, USB-C cable (USB-A to USB-C), Fit Kit (Small, Medium and Large eartips and stability bands for each earbud), Safety sheet2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Printed page 11. The maker page lists the same contents and a safety sheet.

JBL Live Buds 3 earbuds, Smart Charging Case, USB Type-C to Type-A charging cable, Ear tips in 4 sizes (XS, S, M, L), Quick Start Guide1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026Contents page shows XS, S, M and L ear tips. The Amazon listing lists the Type-C to Type-A cable.7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0D3631X1BRead 10 October 2026Listing lists 4 sizes of ear tips, charging case, earbuds and a Type-C to Type-A charging cable.

Cables included

ABose QuietComfort Earbuds (2024)

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB Type-C to USB-A cable	0.3	1

Source5Maker product pagebose.co.uk/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026In the box: USB-C cable (USB-A to USB-C, 30 cm). The US page gives 12 inches.

BJBL Live Buds 3

Type	Count
USB-C to USB-A charging cable	1

Source7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0D3631X1BRead 10 October 2026

Links

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Product page

www.bose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.html3Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Bose US product page for QuietComfort Earbuds.

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Spec sheet

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Manual

assets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdf2Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/52889a0b3798f19/original/891405_OG_QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026Owner's guide 891405, English, copyright 2024. It covers Bose QuietComfort Earbuds with case model 442318.

mm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdf1Owner's manualmm.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw940116cd/pdfs/JBL_Live%20Buds%203_QSG.pdfRead 10 October 2026

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year3Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QCEARB24-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 10 October 2026Page says Bose products come with a 1-year limited warranty from the date of purchase. US page.

1year2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-live-buds-3Read 10 October 20261-year limited warranty on the JBL Indonesia store.

Both are also in the API. Back to all earbuds.