Bose to purchase high-end audio company McIntosh

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Bose plans to buy the McIntosh Group from private equity firm Highlander Partners for an undisclosed amount. Aside from the McIntosh brand, The deal also includes Sonus faber, an Italian company that produces hand-made premium high-end speakers. The acquisition will give the audio company access to the luxury audio equipment market and more opportunities to provide audio for luxury car brands like Maserati and Lamborghini.

Bose CEO Lila Snyder told CNBC in an interview it isn't ruling out the possibility of introducing more premium McIntosh-branded headphones and accessories. “We do think there’s a real opportunity around wearables in the luxury and high-performance space as well, which is something that we would expect you to see from us down the road,” Synder said.

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Bose Ultra Open Earbuds: Hear music, not your surroundings

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Say hello to Bose's latest earbud innovation: the Ultra Open Earbuds. These Bluetooth wireless earbuds redefine your listening experience with a unique open-ear design. It allows you to immerse yourself in your favourite music while fully aware of your surroundings.

The Ultra Open Earbuds are crafted to sit comfortably on your outer ear and gently hang off your auricles. These earbuds boast a distinctive U-shaped design. The inner part snugly fits within your outer ear, while the outer barrel, connected by a soft rubber material, ensures stability and comfort. Conveniently, a button on the barrel grants access to various features and playback options.

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New Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones and earbuds rumoured to launch soon

Bose is getting ready to launch new headphones and earbuds, the QuietComfort Ultra series, according to MySmartPrice. These products will be the successors of the highly praised QuietComfort Earbuds II and QuietComfort 45 headphones with more premium features and designs.

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Bose will shutter its retail stores in North America, Europe, Japan, and Australia

Bose will be closing all its retail stores in North America, Europe, Japan, and Australia because of the focus on e-commerce in these regions. Hundreds of employees will be laid off as a result, but the privately held company isn't revealing how many workers will be affected by the decision. Bose said it will offer outplacement assistance and severance to the employees that are being laid off.

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