Bose is not known for the best inexpensive wireless earbuds, as many of its top models cost $250 or more, but the latest QuietComfort Wireless Earbuds could change that stigma with a $179 price tag and loads of exciting new features Potential

On that note, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds (not to be confused with Bose's QuietComfort Earbuds 2), which officially launch today, September 18, come equipped with ANC, IPX4 rating, and an 85-hour charge

Even at the relatively affordable price of only $179, it goes toe-to-toe with the new Apple AirPods 4 ANC model, and the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds are in a position to beat some of the best wireless earphones on the market with their ANC capabilities

You can scoop up a pair in black, purple, and white from most retailers or directly from Bose's website

Each bud is packed with three microphones (mirroring the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro) for excellent call quality You can find an extra set of chips (which the cheaper Samsung Galaxy Buds skimped on) and some stability bands within as well

In addition to the microphone, Bose has added a new Siri-esque feature called VoiceID With it, users can perform a variety of tasks, such as turning up or down the music volume, answering phone calls, and even taking pictures, simply by saying “Hey, headphones” This “remote selfie” feature is only available on these new, lower-priced versions, and it is not yet known if it will be available on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra earbuds

You can look forward to seeing our full review soon, or if you need a great pick ASAP, swing by our best noise-canceling earbuds guide and see all the top options