Bose is adding a non- ”Ultra” earbud option to its lineup today. The new $179 QuietComfort Earbuds offer active noise cancellation, an “everyday earbud design,” wireless charging, and up to 8.5 hours of battery life — presumably with ANC off.

The Bose QuietComfort Earbuds go after the AirPods with active noise cancellation for $179. Bose also refreshes its $500 soundbar to produce cleaner dialog and pair with its Ultra Open Earbuds.

Bose released the Ultra Open Earbuds earlier this year which looked more like jewelry from the future than earbuds. We liked them for their innovative design, great battery life, and excellent sound with minimal leakage.