Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones Are Now $70 Off As Part of the Prime Day Sale.

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The Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones (2nd generation) are currently on sale for $379 during Prime Day (originally $449), their lowest price yet, according to price tracking sites . This price drop makes them a more attractive purchase (for more Prime Day discounts and shopping tips, check out our current reviews ), even with increased competition this year from models like the Sony WH-1000XM6 . Bose hasn’t changed the formula much in the second generation—you still get an over-ear design with soft ear cushions and a firm yet comfortable clip for a secure fit. The only noticeable change is that the frames now have a glossy metal finish instead of a matte one, giving them a slightly more premium look without changing the wearing comfort.

The features are extensive and generally well-implemented—these headphones support Bluetooth 5.4 with multipoint pairing, so you can stay connected to your laptop and phone simultaneously without changing settings. There’s also a USB-C port for wired connectivity, enabling lossless audio, something many competitors still don’t offer. Furthermore, they automatically turn on when you put them on and enter power-saving mode when low on battery, a small improvement that’s quickly noticeable in everyday use. Battery life is rated at 30 hours with active noise cancellation enabled, which is on par with most premium models. Bose also allows you to charge and listen to music simultaneously via USB-C, a practical addition for long work sessions.

In terms of performance, the noise cancellation works well in a variety of settings, softening airplane noise, muting bus engines, and pushing most cafe conversations into the background so you don’t have to constantly adjust the volume to stay tuned, according to a PCMag review . As for sound, these headphones deliver a rich, bass-heavy profile while maintaining vocal detail. Tracks with strong lows, such as electronic music or hip-hop, sound deep and energetic without overwhelming the mix, and vocals sound rich, although the slightly muted midrange means guitars and some instruments don’t cut through as clearly. Furthermore, while the companion app offers presets and noise-canceling modes, its simple three-band equalizer doesn’t offer much in the way of fine-tuning the sound.

Looking for something different? Retailers like Walmart and Best Buy are running Prime Day-style sales, which are especially helpful if you don’t have an Amazon Prime subscription.

• Walmart’s Prime Day sale runs from June 22nd to 28th and includes discounts of up to 50%. This is an especially great deal if you have a Walmart+ subscription.

• Best Buy’s Prime Day sale runs from June 22nd to 28th, offering some of the best deals on tech online. This is an especially great deal for My Best Buy Plus or Total members.

• Target’s Prime Day sale runs from June 23rd to 26th, with discounts up to 50%. Joining the Circle program is free.

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