I bought these 3 weeks ago. At first, I thought they were great. They seemed to be clear sounding and the noise cancellation was great. However, I took them on a long flight and noticed that the noise cancelling did not filter out when airline workers were talking on the PA system. The talking was clear as day, which I was a little annoyed by. I don't know if that is a feature so users can hear airline workers but I could also hear conversations of those talking nearby clearly with the noise cancelling on, which I did not like. Later on in the flight, I also noticed that there was a weird grinding noise in my earbuds that was not present when I took the earbuds out. I intend to return these as the noise cancelling feature was not usable and had annoying side effects that I do not want to tolerate.

Wow! 5 star-worth for the unique space age design alone! In fact, that's my nickname for these Bose buds: "Space Age!" The design is truly unique in a world of mainstream earbud styling. While stunning to look at, almost akin to jewelry, it took me a minute to figure out how to wear them! I had to watch tutorials, which Bose helpfully provides. I kept trying to stick them IN my ear canal rather than ON my ear like an ear cuff. I thought they would fall out, but they didn't. In fact, the way they wrap felt as secure if not more secure than the in-ear buds. Important caveat: these are not noise cancelling like quiet comfort and other Bose buds. I always use my Bose noise cancelling buds for traveling. I cannot fly without them! These will not replace those. While they aren't noise cancelling, they do a solid job of immersing the listener in the audio. For reference, they are nowhere near as transparent as the "Aware" mode on the Bose noise cancelling--much more opaque than that setting. In terms of safety, these cannot be more highly recommended. It's just not safe to be completely oblivious to surroundings while walking in traffic or in crowded places. These allow awareness while providing truly amazing Bose immersive sound. The modes are interesting--the still and motion are too cool. The audio stays centered even when moving your head back and forth in "Still" and "Motion" throws the sound out in front! The immersive mode does take some getting used to, but the option for regular (Bose regular, that is) stereo sound is always an option. Overall, for me, other than on an airplane, I will be turning to these beautiful Space Age buds for my daily activities--walking the dog, exercising, listening to audio books, and watching movies on my computer when hubby is sleeping!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I bought these for my birthday, and, as always, Bose has come through with THE superior product. Quality bass, excellent stereo separation, extremely comfortable (I dislike putting things in my ear), plus I can wear them on a walk through neighborhood and not worry about being caught unaware by traffic.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the way they feel. I was so afraid when I fell asleep in them one night, but they stayed in and the power was still on. They are so comfortable I forget I have them in sometimes. It feels as if people are right next to you when talking on the phone and they look very nice. I feel that they are better for my hearing as well, the music is never so loud that I can not her what is going on around me.

I got these a few month ago and I absolutely love them when I'm listening to music, especially during a walk. There are 2 instances, however, where they fall short and I have to switch back to my 2nd gen AirPods: 1) if I'm doing interactive games on my phone (e.g., Duolingo) or 2) if I'm wanting to call someone. People have trouble hearing me when I use the Ultra Open Earbuds during a call and I can never hear the audio when I use them while playing Duolingo. As I said, however, while I'm listening to music they're absolutely fantastic; they have great sound and I often can even forget I'm wearing them coz they're so comfortable.

I bought these a month / month and a half ago and have used them every day since. I work out several times a week with these and wear them walking around the city and on my commutes. They are great. Off the bat, I have to echo the connectivity issues that other reviewers stated. I experienced it more in the first couple of weeks - I haven't had that much issue with it as of late, admittedly, but it is so annoying when they disconnect randomly. In my opinion, for $300 in 2024, Bluetooth connectivity should be the least of my worries… that's why I took off one star. that being said, they do not budge AT ALL and the sound quality is amazing!! 4+ mile runs and they don't budge an inch. I'm on the subway and despite their lack of noise-canceling I can hear my music perfectly clear on medium to high volume. They are so extremely comfortable there have been several times over the last couple of weeks where I've nearly entered the shower with them on because I completely forgot they were there. The product is great! Would recommend, especially if you're into more experimental / newer products like this :)

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Absolutely amazing! I've had these for over a month and I could not be happier with the sound quality and the ability to hear my surrounding environment whilst listening to my favorite songs. The battery life is amazing and the weightlessness of the earbuds makes it almost impossible to remember I'm wearing them. I wish I could just get a pair in every color!!!

I received these as a birthday present after mentioning them nonstop for weeks. I'm glad the hint was taken! These are perfect for me. I can listen to my music and podcasts while still being able to hear my husband talk to me, our cat meowing, and the doorbell ringing.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I purchased these when they were on sale for the holidays. I was looking for something that had great sound and were open ear, which would allow me to hear the world around me while riding my scooter or watching tv at night. These checked all of my boxes in sound, weight, fit, and situational awareness.

As an avid music enthusiast and podcast lover, I recently had the pleasure of trying out Bose, Ultra Open Earbuds and it exceeded all my expectations. From the moment I put them on, I was transported into a world of rich, deep tones and crystal-clear audio. One of the most remarkable aspects of Ultra Open Earbuds is its ability to make you forget you're even wearing earbuds. The sound quality is so immersive that it feels like you're right there in the room with the podcast hosts or front row at your favorite band's concert. Whether I was listening to my favorite playlist or catching up on the latest episode of my go-to podcast, every sound felt crisp, detailed, and enveloping. Moreover, the comfort of wearing Ultra Open Earbuds will grow on you. At first you will question the design but the unique fit makes it easy to wear them for extended periods without any discomfort. Whether I was lounging at home or on the go biking, they stayed in place and provided uninterrupted audio opportunities. Plus being able to hear your surroundings while being active makes the Ultra Open Earbuds a safer choice over noise canceling devices. In conclusion, Bose, Ultra Open Earbuds delivers an audio experience that goes beyond just listening—it immerses you in the sound, making every moment feel like a personal concert or private podcast session. If you're in the market for earbuds that prioritize both quality and comfort, look no further than Bose Ultra Open Earbuds. Highly recommended for music lovers and exercise enthusiasts alike.