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ABose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)

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General

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Series

QuietComfort1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact product heading establishes the QuietComfort family.

Galaxy Buds1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026

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

444965, 408L, 408R, 896637-0010, 896637-00304Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Manual regulatory section: charging case model 444965, earbud models 408L and 408R.14Retailer pageharveynorman.com.au/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen-black.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact second-generation Black product heading and manufacturer SKU 896637-0010. Regulatory case and earbud model numbers remain separately retained.15Retailer pageharveynorman.com.au/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen-deep-plum.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact second-generation Deep Plum product heading and manufacturer SKU 896637-0030. Regulatory case and earbud model numbers remain separately retained.

SM-R6301Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Exact maker page identifies SM-R630 silver configuration. Regional suffix is not a separate hardware product.

GTIN / EAN

017817861120, 01781786115114Retailer pageharveynorman.com.au/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen-black.htmlRead 7 October 2026Specifications Barcode (GTIN): 017817861120, exact Black SKU 896637-0010. No barcode inferred for other colours.15Retailer pageharveynorman.com.au/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen-deep-plum.htmlRead 7 October 2026Specifications Barcode (GTIN): 017817861151, exact Deep Plum SKU 896637-0030. No barcode inferred for other colours.

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

12 June 20258Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-announces-the-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-genRead 7 October 2026Dated manufacturer announcement: June 12, 2025.

10 July 20242Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-z-fold6-flip6-buds3-series-elevate-galaxy-ai-new-heights-unpacked-2024Read 5 October 2026

Status

Available1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Selectable color, USD price and Add to Cart establish available status.

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

Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds8Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-announces-the-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-genRead 7 October 2026Like its predecessor, the QC Ultra Earbuds feature Bose's proprietary CustomTune sound calibration technology.

Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro10Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/samsung/galaxy-buds3-pro-truly-wirelessRead 5 October 2026RTINGS calls the Galaxy Buds3 Pro the 2024 follow-up to the previous Galaxy Buds2 Pro.

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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Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro10Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/samsung/galaxy-buds3-pro-truly-wirelessRead 5 October 2026A notice on the RTINGS Galaxy Buds3 Pro review says these headphones were replaced by the Samsung Galaxy Buds4 Pro.19Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/earbuds/embargo-25th-feb-6pm-gmt-samsung-announces-galaxy-buds-4-and-galaxy-buds-4-pro-5-key-features-you-can-expectRead 23 October 2026Tom's Guide names the Galaxy Buds 3 and Galaxy Buds 3 Pro as the predecessors of the Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro.

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

$2998Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-announces-the-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-genRead 7 October 2026Opening availability paragraph: $299 original launch price.

$249.992Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-z-fold6-flip6-buds3-series-elevate-galaxy-ai-new-heights-unpacked-2024Read 5 October 2026July 10 US launch Availability gives $249.99 for exact model.

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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€24911Press releasenews.samsung.com/de/samsung-verkundet-verkaufsstart-des-samsung-galaxy-z-fold6-und-galaxy-z-flip6-sowie-der-galaxy-watch7-galaxy-watch-ultra-galaxy-buds3-serie-und-des-galaxy-ringRead 5 October 2026July 24 German retail-day release states UVP 249 EUR for Buds3 Pro and 179 EUR for Buds3.

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

US, GB, DE, AU1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 20262Maker product pagebose.de/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 30 September 20263Maker product pagebose.co.uk/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 30 September 2026Listed at £299.9514Retailer pageharveynorman.com.au/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen-black.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact AU retailer offers this SKU with an AUD price and Add to cart.15Retailer pageharveynorman.com.au/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen-deep-plum.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact AU retailer offers this SKU with an AUD price and Add to cart.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, White Smoke, Deep Plum, Midnight Violet, Desert Gold1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Five colour swatches on the US page, Deep Plum selected

Silver, White1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026

Segment

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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-ear1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Technical Specifications: Headphone Fit In-ear.

In-ear2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-z-fold6-flip6-buds3-series-elevate-galaxy-ai-new-heights-unpacked-2024Read 5 October 2026Launch text explicitly Canal Type for Pro.

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

Stem9Reviewtechradar.com/audio/earbuds-airpods/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen-reviewRead 30 September 2026Features section explicitly describes swiping/stroking the stem to change volume. Short external control stalk.

Stem2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-z-fold6-flip6-buds3-series-elevate-galaxy-ai-new-heights-unpacked-2024Read 5 October 2026

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

Either bud1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Either the left or right earbud can be used alone

Either bud3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 20 states single-earbud connection plays mono. Page 42 left/right balance and one-earbud use confirms either unit, not a fixed primary earbud.4Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 20 states single-earbud connection plays mono. Page 42 left/right balance and one-earbud use confirms either unit, not a fixed primary earbud.6Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 20 states single-earbud connection plays mono. Page 42 left/right balance and one-earbud use confirms either unit, not a fixed primary earbud.

RGB lighting

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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.

ABose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)

Type	Count per earbud
Dynamic	1

Source10Reviewgalaxus.nl/en/page/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen-what-bose-improves-and-what-it-doesnt-39335Read 7 October 2026Exact second-generation hands-on review states a conventional dynamic driver per side. One audio transducer per bud. Diameter is omitted because this source gives 9.3 mm while the TechRadar exact review gives 10 mm and Bose publishes neither. No acoustic-role label inferred.

BSamsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Type	Role	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	Woofer	10.5	1
Planar magnetic	Tweeter	6.1	1

Source2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-z-fold6-flip6-buds3-series-elevate-galaxy-ai-new-heights-unpacked-2024Read 5 October 2026Exact Galaxy Buds3 Pro table column: 10.5 mm dynamic plus 6.1 mm planar. Main text identifies planar tweeter.

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

Dynamic10Reviewgalaxus.nl/en/page/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen-what-bose-improves-and-what-it-doesnt-39335Read 7 October 2026Review explicitly states conventional dynamic driver. Manufacturer does not publish the transducer technology.

Hybrid2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-z-fold6-flip6-buds3-series-elevate-galaxy-ai-new-heights-unpacked-2024Read 5 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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Impedance

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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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96kHz2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-z-fold6-flip6-buds3-series-elevate-galaxy-ai-new-heights-unpacked-2024Read 5 October 2026Exact model sound-quality table and footnote 37: SSC-UHQ 24-bit/96 kHz requires Galaxy S24/S23, Fold6/Flip6/Fold5/Flip5 or Tab S9 with One UI 6.1.1+. Not a lossless claim.

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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24bits2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-z-fold6-flip6-buds3-series-elevate-galaxy-ai-new-heights-unpacked-2024Read 5 October 2026Same exact model sound-quality table and source device conditions.

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

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Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026

Personalised soundiA profile from a hearing test or ear scan

Yes1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026CustomTune FAQ describes an acoustic calibration tone at each power-on while worn. Reflected sound measures the unique ear and ear canal shape and adjusts playback. An ear-acoustic scan, not a hearing assessment.

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Onboard EQ

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

34Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Battery test footnotes use a 3-band EQ set to zero

97Reviewsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds3-pro-review-119540Read 5 October 2026App section image caption explicitly says 9-band EQ plus presets.

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

Bass Boost, Bass Reducer, Treble Boost, Treble Reducer11Reviewsoundguys.com/what-do-the-bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gens-eq-presets-sound-like-140870Read 7 October 2026Exact second-generation EQ comparison names these four Bose app sound presets as section headings. Default and Custom poll choices are not extra named presets. Listening modes are separate.

Bass Boost, Smooth, Dynamic, Clear, Treble Boost, Balanced7Reviewsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds3-pro-review-119540Read 5 October 2026EQ chart headings explicitly name Bass Boost, Smooth, Dynamic, Clear, Treble Boost and Balanced.

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.

Bose Immersive Audio1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact-model FAQ listening modes include Immersion (full noise cancellation with Immersive Audio).

360 Audio1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 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.

Yes4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Immersive Audio Motion and Still settings: Still keeps the virtual speakers in place when you move your head

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026360 Audio paragraph explicitly adjusts sound direction with head tilt. Compatible Galaxy Android One UI 3.1+ or listed Samsung TV required. App/content support varies.4Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 38 360 Audio setting automatically adjusts direction of sound with head movement on compatible Android 11/One UI 3.1+ Galaxy device.

Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact-model FAQ listening modes include Quiet (full noise cancellation).

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026

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

Hybrid1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026ANC FAQ: cancellation uses microphones both inside and outside the earbuds.

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

Yes1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026FAQ: ActiveSense adapts cancellation in Aware Mode. CustomTune calibrates audio and cancellation at power-on.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Exact model Adaptive EQ/ANC section says inner and outer microphones analyze fit and sound in real time and adjust ANC. General Adaptive Noise Control mode is separate and Pro only.

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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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

Yes1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact-model FAQ listening modes include Aware (full audio transparency).

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Exact model technical Ambient Sound row Yes.

Adjustable transparency

Yes10Reviewgalaxus.nl/en/page/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen-what-bose-improves-and-what-it-doesnt-39335Read 7 October 2026Review explicitly describes adjusting ANC and transparency levels in the Bose app. Not an automatically selected activity profile.

Yes6Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 29/43 sliders adjust ambient volume, including left/right hearing-enhancement levels.

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

Yes4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Aware Mode/ActiveSense automatically adjusts cancellation to loud external noise while allowing surroundings.

Yes6Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 28/37 Adaptive mode adjusts surrounding sound volume or ANC strength to noise, uses ANC in noise and lets ambient sound in when quiet.

Conversation detection

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Yes6Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 30 Voice Detect temporarily enables ambient sound while wearer speaks. Pro only, requires both earbuds.

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

Yes1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026SpeechClarity FAQ explicitly filters surroundings and wind for phone and video calls. AI voice-pickup processing, not a dedicated user-selectable ANC wind mode.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Exact model anatomy feature illustration labels Wind Shield. This is a physical shield, not evidence of selectable DSP wind processing.8Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Exact model anatomy feature illustration labels Wind Shield. This is a physical shield, not evidence of selectable DSP wind processing.

Measured

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

Warm sound signature7Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/bose/quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-genRead 7 October 2026Sound signature: Warm

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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.

5dB7Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/bose/quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-genRead 7 October 2026Very Emphasized (5 dB), test bench 2.3

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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.

0dB7Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/bose/quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-genRead 7 October 2026Balanced (0 dB), test bench 2.3

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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

Speech sounds clean and natural. Higher voices can lack airiness. Background-noise rejection is adequate but sustained loud sounds such as an arriving subway remain difficult.7Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/bose/quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-genRead 7 October 2026Public Microphone usage assessment, test bench 2.3 on Deep Plum second-generation unit. Qualitative recording and noise-handling results. Exact firmware and microphone test settings are not stated in the free summary. Numeric frequency extension and noise-handling results remain member-locked and are not imported.

The reviewed unit records speech clearly in quiet settings but struggles to separate it from background noise.12Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/samsung/galaxy-buds3-pro-truly-wirelessRead 5 October 2026Public microphone verdict from exact model review. Numeric lab results are membership-only and are not accessed or copied. Firmware is not stated in public verdict.

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 Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)

ANC	Hours (h)
Yes	5.57
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Source5Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen-review-140812Read 30 September 20265.57 h row: 5 h 34 min (334 min), ANC on, music peaking at 75 dB, firmware 4.9.146Measurementsoundguys.com/how-good-is-the-bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gens-battery-life-141004Read 30 September 20265 h 34 min with ANC enabled, sample track peaking at 75 dB7Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/bose/quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-genRead 7 October 20266.5 h row: 6.5 hours of continuous playback in the usage summary. ANC state not stated in the free text. Full measurements are members only and were not read

BSamsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Hours (h)
4.52

Source5Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds3-pro-review-119540Read 5 October 2026Battery section one-charge standardized test 4 h 31 min. Tested firmware R630XXU0AXEC, Galaxy Wearable 2.2.59.24061361. Specific result does not explicitly state ANC, codec or volume, so these are omitted.

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

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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

7.09g(0.3 oz)16Measurementtechgearlab.com/reviews/audio/wireless-earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-gen-2-earbudsRead 7 October 2026Exact Gen 2 review Specifications: Measured Weight 7.09 g (0.25 oz). The public table tooltip explicitly defines wireless earbuds as the weight of a single earbud. Ear-tip size and weighing instrument are not specified. This reviewer mass is separate from conflicting maker nominal masses.

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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.

88Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-announces-the-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-genRead 7 October 2026Launch voice-pickup paragraph explicitly combines the eight earbud microphones with AI noise suppression, dynamic mixing and adaptive filters for clearer calls. Pair total, including shared ANC microphones used for voice. Excludes the separate vibration sensors and case hardware.

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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.

88Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-announces-the-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-genRead 7 October 2026Voice pickup section: eight microphones in the earbuds.

61Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Exact model Number of MIC row explicitly states 6 across product pair. VPU is excluded. No call-only or ANC only role count is inferred.

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.

Yes5Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen-review-140812Read 30 September 2026Bone conduction pickup enabled by the August 2025 firmware update

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Mic noise reduction

AI1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026AI-based background noise suppression (SpeechClarity)

AI2Press releasenews.samsung.com/us/samsung-galaxy-z-fold6-flip6-buds3-series-elevate-galaxy-ai-new-heights-unpacked-2024Read 5 October 2026Buds3 series call paragraph explicitly describes pre-trained machine-learning model restoring speaker voice in noise. Pro and standard both covered.

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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Super wideband1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Exact model Super Wide Band row and feature text. 16 kHz requires compatible Galaxy device and software, with mobile network support.

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.

Yes4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Tap an earbud to mute or unmute during a call

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SidetoneiHear your own voice in calls

Yes4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Self voice during calls, adjustable in the app

Yes6Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 30 Use Ambient sound during calls explicitly makes own voice audible during calls.

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Chip

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BES280016Press releasenews.samsung.com/tw/ai%E6%97%97%E8%89%A6%E6%91%BA%E7%96%8Agalaxy-z-fold6%EF%BD%9Cz-flip6-%E8%80%80%E7%9C%BC%E7%99%BB%E5%8F%B0Read 5 October 2026Exact maker Taiwan table 3 identifies BES2700 for Galaxy Buds3 and BES2800 for Galaxy Buds3 Pro. This establishes model mapping that the combined investor-report platform listing did not.

Connections

Bluetooth1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Technical Specifications list Bluetooth 5.3 and Bluetooth audio profiles.

Bluetooth1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026

Bluetooth

5.31Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Technical Specifications: Bluetooth 5.3.

5.41Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026

Bluetooth codecs

SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026aptX Adaptive with Snapdragon Sound devices5Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen-review-140812Read 30 September 2026SBC, AAC and aptX Adaptive family

AAC, SBC, Samsung Seamless, SSC UHQ1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026

Bluetooth profiles

A2DP, HFP1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Technical Specifications: A2DP Bluetooth Audio Streaming and HFP Bluetooth.

A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, PBP, TMAP1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026

LE Audio

No12Maker product pagesupport.bose.com/article/quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-gen-2-specificationsRead 7 October 2026Bluetooth footnote explicitly says the earbuds do not receive content over LE Audio. BLE is used for app communication and control. Does not inherit the later over-ear headphones LE Audio update.

Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026

Auracast

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Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Exact model Auracast section and footnotes 26-29 describe compatible source/assistant requirements.8Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Exact model Auracast section and footnotes 26-29 describe compatible source/assistant requirements.

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

Yes4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Bluetooth connections: actively connected up to two devices at a time, explicitly multi-point. (PDF page 44)

No10Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/samsung/galaxy-buds3-pro-truly-wirelessRead 5 October 2026Public Travel and Office verdict explicitly says no standard multi-device pairing. Own Galaxy-account switching is separate.

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

24Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Bluetooth connections: actively connected up to two devices at a time, explicitly multi-point. (PDF page 44)

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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.

64Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Up to six devices in the device list, two active at once

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Automatic switching between own devicesiThrough the maker's account

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Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 20264Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 36 own phone/tablet on same Samsung Account automatically switches for incoming calls. Page 41 seamless connection is device switching, not proof of general Bluetooth multipoint.

Fast pairing

Google Fast Pair4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Android devices: Connect using Fast Pair via Google Play Services. (PDF page 48)

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Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

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Wireless range (claimed)

9m2Maker product pagebose.de/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 30 September 2026Bluetooth-Reichweite 9 m4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026

10m3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 22 maximum Bluetooth connection range 10 m, depending on environment.

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

Yes12Maker product pagesupport.bose.com/article/quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-gen-2-specificationsRead 7 October 2026aptX Adaptive footnote explicitly names low latency mode, also called Gaming Mode. Maker launch release restricts automatic low-latency aptX Adaptive processing to Snapdragon Sound-certified source devices. It adapts to wireless conditions. No fixed latency or exposed app toggle is claimed.

Yes3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 42 Gaming Mode minimizes delay, Samsung Android mobile device only. No latency milliseconds inferred.

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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, iOS1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Support page for the exact product: Bose app available on Google Play and the Apple Store, so Android and iOS are supported.

Android, iOS, Windows5Measurementsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds3-pro-review-119540Read 5 October 2026Review explicitly confirms iPhone and Android Bluetooth compatibility. Many advanced features require Galaxy phone.10Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/samsung/galaxy-buds3-pro-truly-wirelessRead 5 October 2026Public Office verdict names Windows app control. Android/iOS compatibility is separately established by SoundGuys.17Maker product pagesamsung.com/africa_en/support/mobile-devices/how-to-connect-samsung-galaxy-buds-series-to-a-laptop-to-listen-to-musicRead 8 October 2026Exact-model Windows audio pairing is documented separately from Android/iOS app availability.

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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BSamsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Platform	Connection
Windows	Bluetooth

Source17Maker product pagesamsung.com/africa_en/support/mobile-devices/how-to-connect-samsung-galaxy-buds-series-to-a-laptop-to-listen-to-musicRead 8 October 2026Maker support updated 14 April 2026 expressly names Galaxy Buds3 Pro and gives Windows Bluetooth music/audio pairing. Case-bottom button held more than 3 seconds. No Windows microphone flag asserted.

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

ABose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)

Feature	Needs
Fast Pair	Android device running Android 6.0 or higher
Snapdragon Sound	Snapdragon Sound-certified device, such as a compatible Android device
SimpleSync	Bose Smart Speaker or Bose Smart Soundbar

Source4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Fast Pair Android 6.0 or higher. (PDF page 48)

BSamsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Feature	Needs
Galaxy Wearable settings	Compatible Android 10 or later phone with at least 1.5 GB RAM. Some advanced features require Samsung Galaxy devices and current software.
SSC-UHQ audio	Listed compatible Galaxy S24/S 23, Fold6/Flip6/Fold5/Flip5 or Tab S9 with One UI 6.1.1+. SSC-UHQ supports up to 24-bit/96 kHz.
360 Audio and head tracking	Compatible Galaxy Android One UI 3.1+ phone/tablet or listed Samsung TV. Direct multi-channel requires One UI 4.1.1+. App/content support varies.
Auto Switch	Supported Galaxy devices signed into same Samsung Account. Galaxy Book One UI 6.0+, phones/tablets One UI 4.1.1+, Watch 4 or later. Samsung TV 2022 or later after required firmware. This is device switching.
Live translation and Interpreter	Compatible Galaxy AI phone and latest required software. Samsung Account and supported language package can be required. Translation is performed on phone.
Gaming Mode	Samsung Android mobile device only.
Voice commands and Bixby	Bixby-compatible phone for assistant. Fixed voice commands are limited to supported languages and installed matching language package.
Windows audio	Use compatible Windows Bluetooth adapter. Exact Buds3 Pro maker pairing guide uses case-bottom connect button held for 3 seconds, then Windows Bluetooth device pairing. Microphone operation is not inferred from the music-pairing guide.
Windows firmware updates	Samsung Galaxy Buds PC app from Microsoft Store explicitly supports Buds3 Pro. Fully charge buds, put them in case and open lid for connection, then Earbuds software update. This is distinct from legacy Galaxy Buds Manager for older models, so no Mac app support is inferred.

Source8Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Exact model page footnotes name Android 10/1.5 GB RAM, One UI requirements, supported Galaxy hardware, Samsung Account and language package conditions. Manual pages 32/42 add Bixby/gaming constraints.17Maker product pagesamsung.com/africa_en/support/mobile-devices/how-to-connect-samsung-galaxy-buds-series-to-a-laptop-to-listen-to-musicRead 8 October 2026Exact Buds3 Pro case pairing procedure and standard Windows Bluetooth host route. No special Samsung PC or minimum firmware invented for basic audio.18Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10001316Read 8 October 2026Exact PC app steps for Buds3 Pro include fully charged buds, open charging case, Bluetooth permission and firmware download/install. No inferred Mac app or microphone support.

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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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53mAh1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Typical per earbud capacity. Rated 50 mAh from launch table is not substituted.

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.

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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 Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)

Mode	Spatial audio	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC on	No	No	6
ANC on	Yes	No	4
Call	Not available	No	4

Source17Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 8 October 2026The exact manufacturer guide on printed page 41 gives up to 6 hours with Bose Immersive Audio Off and up to 4 hours with it On after a full charge. Both music rows use Quiet Mode with full active noise cancellation, Bluetooth A2DP streaming at 75 dB SPL playback loudness, and all three equalizer bands at zero. Manufacturer testing used production-representative units in January 2025 with IEC 60268-1 pink noise. The Bluetooth codec and Immersive Still/Motion setting are unspecified, so neither is inferred. These are manufacturer claims, not independent reviewer measurements. Both music rows are the earbuds alone from one charge. The case provides three additional full recharge cycles, but a total hour figure is not calculated. The call row has its own source below.18Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 8 October 2026The exact second-generation maker technical specification states Maximum Talk Time 4 hours. This supports only the unchanged call row. Its ANC, codec, volume, and spatial-processing test settings are not inferred from music-playback conditions.

BSamsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC on	No	6
ANC off	No	7
ANC on	Yes	26
ANC off	Yes	30
Call	No	5
Call	Yes	22

Source1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Exact model technical music rows ANC on/off and total including case. Call rows stored ANC off only because call enum cannot distinguish ANC state. ANC on call rows omitted.

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.

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

6h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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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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7h=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.

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30h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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

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26h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Talk time (claimed)

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5h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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.

120min1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 20264Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Earbuds up to 2 hours

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

20min1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 20264Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 202620-minute charge gives up to 2 hours

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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.

2h4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Charging Time notes: 20 minute charge powers earbuds up to 2 h. Full ANC, Quiet Mode, Immersive Audio off, 75 dB SPL footnote. (PDF page 41)

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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.

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515mAh1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Typical 515 mAh, not rated 500 mAh.

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.

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Case charging port

USB-C1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Technical specifications: Charging Interface USB C PORT.

USB-C3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026

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.

180min4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Charging case up to 3 hours

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Wireless charging

Yes4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Manual page 38: Charge wirelessly using a compatible third-party wireless charger.

Yes3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 6 case layout identifies wireless charging coil. Charging section provides wireless charger and phone wireless-power-sharing instructions.

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

Qi5Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen-review-140812Read 30 September 2026Any Qi-compatible charging pad

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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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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, Swipe4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Touch Control: tap and swipe. (PDF page 24)

Pressure, Swipe, Voice commands3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 25-27 pinch/swipe controls, page 40 voice commands. No head gestures are stated for Buds3 series.

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

Swipe4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Touch Control: swipe up or down for volume. (PDF page 24)

Swipe3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 26 swipe upwards/downwards adjusts volume.

Gestures

Tap, Double-tap, Triple-tap, Touch and hold, Swipe up, Swipe down4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Touch Control: tap and swipe, swipe up or down for volume. (PDF page 24)

Single pinch, Double pinch, Triple pinch, Pinch and hold, Swipe up or down3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026

Remappable controls

Yes4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Change or disable shortcut, assign different shortcuts to each bud in the Bose app. (PDF page 28)

Yes3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 27 independent left and right pinch-and-hold assignments.

Voice assistant

Siri, Google Assistant13Maker product pagebose.co.uk/stories/how-to-control-bose-wireless-earbudsRead 7 October 2026Maker names Siri and Google Assistant as phone voice assistants. The exact QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) row instructs assigning press-and-hold to launch that connected phone assistant. Requires a supported source device and Bose app shortcut configuration. No independent always-listening earbud assistant is claimed.

Bixby3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 32 Bixby requires supported connected mobile device. Language and regional availability vary.

Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

Yes4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026In-ear Detection automatic play/pause on removing or reinserting. (PDF page 29)

Yes3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 40 explicitly detects wearing, routes calls and pauses/resumes media depending on selected setting.

Sensors

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Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Hall sensor, Pressure sensor, Proximity sensor, Touch sensor, Voice Pickup Unit1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026

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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Yes14Maker spec sheet (PDF)sgfm.elcorteingles.es/SGFM/dctm/MEDIA03/202407/09/00138545738981____9_.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 1 personalized sound amplification describes a small hearing quiz/test and result-based ambient amplification. This is consumer hearing assessment, not a delivered clinical hearing-test or OTC hearing-aid claim. Upcoming clinical software functionality is not inferred.

Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

Yes1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026ActiveSense applies noise cancellation to very loud sudden sounds in Aware Mode

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Health features

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Neck stretch reminders3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 41/42 Neck stretch reminders after head bent down 10 minutes. Requires calibration and both earbuds worn.

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, L1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026What's in the box, exact 2nd Gen: three eartip pairs S/M/L.

S, M, L13Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-white-sm-r630nzwaxacRead 5 October 2026Same exact model in-box footnote explicitly lists S, M(default), L, sets for each ear.

Ear tip materials

Silicone1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Silicone eartips

Silicone7Reviewsoundguys.com/samsung-galaxy-buds3-pro-review-119540Read 5 October 2026Ear tip fragility section explicitly identifies silicone material.

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

Stability bands1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Stability bands in sizes 1, 2, 3

None15Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/samsung/galaxy-buds3-pro-truly-wirelessRead 5 October 2026Public Sports and Fitness verdict explicitly says the earbuds lack stabilizers and over-ear hooks.

Ear tip fit test

Yes1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Earbud Seal Test in the Bose app

Yes6Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 39 Earbud fit test explicitly Galaxy Buds3 Pro only.

Dust and water rating, buds

IPX41Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Technical Specifications: Water Resistant IPX4.

IP571Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 20264Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 47 IP57 certification: 15-35 C, 86-106 kPa, 1 m fresh water for 30 minutes without movement. Case not water-resistant. Not for swimming, shower or pool/seawater.

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Software

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Companion app

Bose app1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Support page for the exact product names the Bose app.

Galaxy Wearable / Galaxy Buds PC app3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 34-37 Galaxy Wearable on compatible Android mobile device. Manufacturer page specifies Android 10+ and minimum 1.5 GB RAM. Android 16+ can configure settings directly.18Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10001316Read 8 October 2026Current Software updates with Galaxy Buds PC app section names Buds3 Pro and Microsoft Store. Galaxy Wearable remains Android app.

App platforms

Android, iOS1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Support page for the exact product: Bose app available on Google Play and the Apple Store.

Android, Windows3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 202618Maker product pagesamsung.com/us/support/answer/ANS10001316Read 8 October 2026Current Galaxy Buds PC app supports Buds3 Pro on Windows. The separate Mac/Windows legacy Galaxy Buds Manager section only names older Buds/Buds+/Gear IconX and is not transferred to Buds3 Pro.

User firmware updates

Yes4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Bose app setup enables future updates and new features. (PDF page 13)

Yes3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 manual FOTA Download and install and Auto update instructions.

Finding network

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Samsung Find1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026

Precision findingiUWB in the case

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Live translation

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Yes1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Exact model hero and interpreter sections identify connected Galaxy AI phone translation. Requires Samsung Account, supported language with possible package download and compatible/current phone software. Translation is performed on the phone.

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.

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5.4g(0.2 oz)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026

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

Width12.4Height30Depth24.9mm(0.5 × 1.2 × 1 in)2Maker product pagebose.de/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 30 September 2026Einzelner Earbud 3.0 cm H x 1.24 cm W x 2.49 cm D

Width18.1Height19.8Depth33.2mm(0.7 × 0.8 × 1.3 in)14Maker spec sheet (PDF)sgfm.elcorteingles.es/SGFM/dctm/MEDIA03/202407/09/00138545738981____9_.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original Portuguese maker brochure published through retailer. Explicit W×H×D 18.1×19.8×33.2 mm, corroborated by maker Taiwan table 3. India live page labels H x W in the opposite order, so exact brochure and Taiwan labelled axes take precedence. Public native PDF text was independently read. Normal curl and screenshot access failed and no access barrier was bypassed.16Press releasenews.samsung.com/tw/ai%E6%97%97%E8%89%A6%E6%91%BA%E7%96%8Agalaxy-z-fold6%EF%BD%9Cz-flip6-%E8%80%80%E7%9C%BC%E7%99%BB%E5%8F%B0Read 5 October 2026Table 3 explicitly labels Pro W18.1/H19.8/D33.2 mm. India live H x W labels are reversed. Exact labelled Taiwan row and original maker brochure retained.

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

60g(2.1 oz)12Maker product pagesupport.bose.com/article/quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-gen-2-specificationsRead 7 October 2026Physical Specifications gives Case: 0.06 kg, approximately 60 g, separately from One earbud. Maker product page independently lists Case 0.132 lb, consistent with about 60 g after rounding. Empty charging case, not case plus earbuds.

46.5g(1.6 oz)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026

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

Width59.7Height66Depth26.9mm(2.4 × 2.6 × 1.1 in)2Maker product pagebose.de/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 30 September 2026Etui 6.6 cm H x 5.97 cm W x 2.69 cm D

Width58.9Height48.7Depth24.4mm(2.3 × 1.9 × 1 in)1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026Technical table HxWxD 48.7 x 58.9 x 24.4 mm.

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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Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

A94408L, A94408R4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026FCC ID: A94408L / A94408R, IC: 3232A-408L / 3232A-408R

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Other certifications

Snapdragon Sound3Maker product pagebose.co.uk/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 30 September 2026Wireless Connectivity lists Snapdragon Sound4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Features Snapdragon Sound technology

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In the box

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In the box

2 Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen), 3 pairs of eartips (S, M, L), 3 pairs of stability bands (1, 2, 3), Wireless charging case, 12" USB-C® (A to C) cable, Safety sheet1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026What's in the box, exact 2nd Gen: 2 buds, three eartip pairs S/M/L, three stability bands 1/2/3, wireless case, 12 inch USB-A to C cable, safety sheet.

Galaxy Buds3 Pro earbuds, Charging case, Ear tips (S, M, L), USB cable, Quick Start Guide13Maker product pagesamsung.com/ca/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-white-sm-r630nzwaxacRead 5 October 2026Maker Canadian page in-box footnote lists all these items. Regional contents may vary. The cable connector types and length are not stated here, so not inferred.

Cables included

ABose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen)

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C (A to C)	0.3048	1

Source1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 202612 inch cable, converted exactly to 0.3048 m

BSamsung Galaxy Buds3 Pro

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Links

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Product page

www.bose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.html1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact product heading identifies the maker product URL.

www.samsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainu1Maker product pagesamsung.com/in/business/audio-sound/galaxy-buds/galaxy-buds3-pro-silver-sm-r630nzaainuRead 5 October 2026

Spec sheet

support.bose.com/article/quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-gen-2-specifications12Maker product pagesupport.bose.com/article/quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-gen-2-specificationsRead 7 October 2026Exact model support Specifications page. Readable public indexed text. Direct HTTP yields a support-shell page.

sgfm.elcorteingles.es/SGFM/dctm/MEDIA03/202407/09/00138545738981____9_.pdf14Maker spec sheet (PDF)sgfm.elcorteingles.es/SGFM/dctm/MEDIA03/202407/09/00138545738981____9_.pdfRead 5 October 2026Original two-page Portuguese maker brochure, independently reopened as public native PDF text by the separate reviewer.

Manual

assets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdf4Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/36b7ddda21b6edfd/original/898447_OG_QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN_EN.pdfRead 30 September 2026Owner guide cover identifies QUIETCOMFORT ULTRA EARBUDS (2ND GEN). (PDF page 1)

downloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdf3Owner's manualdownloadcenter.samsung.com/content/UM/202507/20250715141035883/SM-R530_R630_UG_EU_Eng_Rev.1.4_250625.pdfRead 5 October 2026Cover identifies SM-R530 and SM-R630. Separate device layouts pages 4/5 and model-specific instructions throughout.

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.

1year1Maker product pagebose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIN.htmlRead 7 October 2026US: one-year Bose limited warranty

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