Bose’s New $99 USB-C Wired Earbuds Bring Back Noise Cancellation

Bose’s new Noise Cancelling Wired Earbuds bring active noise cancellation to a USB-C cable for $99 in the US. They are the company’s first new wired earbuds since 2015, and they skip Bluetooth pairing and earbud charging. The main trade-off is straightforward: you get plug-and-play listening, but remain connected to your device by a cable. 38

Price, preorder and shipping

The earbuds cost $99. Preorders are open through Bose and Best Buy, with shipping scheduled to begin October 15, 2026. 213

Bose lists the earbuds in Black, White Smoke and limited-edition Dewdrop Mint. Some launch coverage mentions only two colors, but other reports identify all three. 101314

What’s included

The package includes a carrying case, three sizes of ear tips and two sizes of stability wings. The earbuds are rated IPX4 for splash resistance. 2620

USB-C power, noise cancellation and sound

The 4.2-foot USB-C cable connects to a compatible device and supplies power to the earbuds. That means there is no separate earbud battery to charge; it does not mean the noise-cancelling electronics operate without power. The wired connection also avoids Bluetooth pairing. 211

Bose’s QuietControl noise cancellation offers Quiet and Aware modes, as well as an ANC-off setting. The earbuds support 24-bit/48 kHz audio. That specification describes supported playback; by itself, it does not establish that the earbuds sound better than a particular wireless model. 1114

Inline controls and calls

Playback and call functions are handled through an inline remote and microphone rather than touch controls on the earbuds. CNET’s early review described call quality as decent, while noting that voice-call noise reduction could be better. 820

What early reviews say—and the wired trade-off

CNET praised the fit, sound, straightforward USB-C connection and noise cancellation, but said the ANC is not top-tier. These are early review impressions, not evidence that the earbuds outperform premium wireless alternatives. 20

The practical appeal is avoiding Bluetooth pairing and charging the earbuds. In exchange, you need a compatible USB-C connection and must manage the cable. For listeners who prefer a direct connection, that may be a worthwhile compromise; for those who prioritize a cable-free setup, it may not be. 28