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Bose is clearing out QuietComfort headphones, cutting the price from $349 to $199, a 43% discount that undercuts rival flagships. The over-ear cans pair proprietary active noise cancellation with plush cushions and a padded headband for long-haul comfort, plus Quiet and Aware modes. Battery life hits 24 hours, and a 15-minute USB-C top-up yields about 2.5 hours of playback. Sound is described as high-fidelity with deep bass and an adjustable EQ in the Bose app. With Sony’s WH-1000XM5 at $399 and Apple’s AirPods Max at $549, Bose appears eager to move inventory.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.