Bose’s new 2nd generation QuietComfort headphones get major tech upgrade with spatial audio, five fresh colors

Bose adjusted the new second generation QuietComfort headphone's both internal and external microphone placement to improve call quality, while ActiveSense Technology helps users stay aware of surroundings.Photo courtesy of BoseIf you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation.Bose is giving its QuietComfort headphones a fresh look and a serious tech refresh. Released in mid-August, the second generation of the popular wireless over-ear headphones has arrived with impressive new TrueSpatial Technology, updated microphones for phone call quality, adaptive noise cancellation and five new color options, giving the Bose’s latest QuietComfort headphones plenty of changes beyond a simple redesign.The new model ($359) combines Bose’s familiar noise-canceling technology with several updates designed to make listening more immersive, calls clearer and everyday use a little easier.New Bose - QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)Color: Eucalyptus Green. Also available in Black, Dewdrop Mint, Rosewood Mauve, White SmokeBose just brought spatial audio to its QuietComfort headphones with its new TrueSpatial Technology.Photo courtesy of Best BuyA new spatial audio upgrade changes the listening experienceThe biggest addition is Bose’s TrueSpatial Technology, which works with active noise cancellation to bring spatial audio capabilities to the new QuietComfort headphones. The immersive audio mode is designed to create a more enveloping listening experience, although it does bring battery life down to 18 hours.With immersive audio turned off, the headphones can last for up to 24 hours on a single charge, giving listeners plenty of time between charging sessions.Five colors give the QuietComfort lineup a fresh lookBose’s newest QuietComfort headphones come in five colors, from Dewdrop Mint to Rosewood MauvePhoto courtesy of Best BuyThe new generation also gets a more colorful update. Instead of sticking to just the usual black headphones look, Bose is offering the QuietComfort in five color options: Black, Dewdrop Mint, Eucalyptus Green, Rosewood Mauve and White Smoke.The expanded palette gives shoppers a few different ways to make the headphones feel more like an accessory, whether they want something understated or a little more noticeable.The microphones got a makeover, tooBose has redesigned the microphone placement, adjusting both the internal and external microphones to improve call quality compared with the previous generation.The headphones also feature ActiveSense Technology and Aware Mode, which uses microphone arrays to detect surrounding sounds and recreate them for the listener. That means users can stay aware of what’s happening around them without having to take the headphones off.Small upgrades make these easier to use every dayBluetooth multipoint lets users connect the headphones to two devices at the same time, such as a phone and laptop, making it easier to switch between listening and calls.The Bose QuietComfort headphones (second generation) charge through USB-C and support fast charging. Bose also includes both a USB-C-to-USB-C cable and a 3.5mm-to-USB-C cable for wired listening when the battery runs out.They also fold down for easier portability and feature an updated control interface. Users can customize settings through the Bose app, including turning off noise cancellation when they want to conserve battery life.‘Bose knows what they’re doing’Early shoppers appear to be responding well to the refresh. The second-generation QuietComfort headphones currently have a 4.5-star rating at Best Buy from 36 customer reviews, with buyers praising the noise cancellation, comfortable over-ear fit and foldable design.“Most comfortable & high-res headphones ever made,” one reviewer noted.“The moment I opened the box; I got that familiar ‘Bose knows what they’re doing’” feeling," another reviewer said. Shop the new Bose QuietComfort headphones (second generation)NFL’s new Salute to Service black camo collection is here: Browns fans have 6 styles to shopPendleton x Crocs limited-edition collab brings iconic outdoorsy blanket craftsmanship to footwear for first timeHoka’s new leather Elite Terrain collection could pass as dress shoes but perform like mountain racersNordstrom Rack celebrating 125th anniversary with 125 massive deals - North Face hoodie for $29.97 leads packUGG’s beloved Sunburst Tall boots vanished for a while, but they’re back with over 21,000 views in a dayAshley Palya is the commerce writer for Cleveland.com. She loves keeping up with trends and always has her eyes open for unmissable deals/top-rated products to share with readers. Previously, Ashley was a news...