Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) on iPhone: what works and what doesn't
Bose QC Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) work well on iPhone with the Bose app, over AAC. No aptX Adaptive on iPhone.
Works 1Needs app 1No 1
| Feature | On iPhone | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Listen to music and take calls | Works | Uses AAC. |
| Bose app (EQ, modes, updates, controls) | Needs app | Bose app on iOS. |
| aptX Adaptive (Snapdragon Sound) | No | iPhone uses AAC. |
Same earbuds on other phones: on Pixel · on Galaxy · on Other Android
Official page: https://www.bose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIEMS.html · Checked 2026-10-28 · "iPhone" = iPhone
Official page: https://www.bose.com/p/earbuds/bose-quietcomfort-ultra-earbuds-2nd-gen/QCUE2-HEADPHONEIEMS.html · Checked 2026-10-28 · "iPhone" = iPhone
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