Studies show that many people prefer on-the-ear headphones, but with conventional technology, smaller earcups compromise performance. So Bose® launched a research project to explore something we were not sure was even possible - overcoming the performance limitations of smaller size and on-the-ear design. In order to reduce the size of the Quietcomfort® 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headphones without compromising performance - Bose® engineers employed a new proprietary acoustic

design to ensure audio quality at all frequencies, a new electronic design to deliver superior noise-reduction, and a new mechanical design to ensure a comforttable fit for long-term listening. With these advances, the Quietcomfort® 3 Acousitc Noise Cancelling® headphone overcomes the performance trade-offs found in conventional on-ear headphones, and offers a listening experience previously only available in larger, over-ear designs.

Resting on your ears rather than surrounding them, the QuietComfort® 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headphones are superb for air travel, in other noisy environments or just about anywhere you want to do some personal listening.

To improve convenience, the QuietComfort® 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headphones fold
flat in a smaller, slimmer carrying case and come with a rachargeable battery. They are ideal for travel, home or office and can be used with portable audio devices including select stereo-enabled mobile phones.

Just like the QuietComfort® 2 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headphones which are designed
for busy environments, public transport, in-flight use or personal listening, the QuietComfort® 3 Acoustic Noise Cacelling® headphones will also dramatically reduce noise while faithfully preserving the music, movie dialogue or tranquillity you desire.