Valentine’s Day gifts for people who love sound

QuietComfort Headphones make a thoughtful Valentine’s gift for someone who protects their focus and loves great sound. Bose pairs high-fidelity audio with legendary noise cancellation, then gives them simple ways to use it: Quiet Mode for maximum cancellation, Aware Mode when they need to hear what’s around them, and Wind Block to help keep calls clearer on breezy walks.

They’re built for long wear. Plush cushions and rotating earcups create an even fit, while the headband stays stable without clamping, so they can keep listening comfortably all day.

Some people don’t want music stuck in one room. They want it on the balcony, in the park, on a weekend trip, or in the kitchen while they cook. SoundLink speakers are made for those moments, with bold sound and a build that holds up when plans get messy. And when you’re gifting, the color can be part of the fun too. With a wide range to choose from, you can pick a shade that matches their vibe.

SoundLink Flex Speaker (2nd Gen) is the pick for bigger sound in a still-packable shape, especially when music is meant to fill the space. It holds onto detail outdoors, where many speakers lose clarity fast.

PositionIQ is what makes it feel effortless. The speaker senses its orientation and automatically optimizes the sound, so it stays balanced upright, laid flat, or hanging from a bag. It’s rugged, water and dustproof with an IP67 rating, and it floats, which makes it a smarter travel companion for pool days and beach weekends. To make it even better, SoundLink Flex (2nd Gen) comes in classic, neutral, or bright colors like Citrus Yellow. 

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Midnight Violet turns the QuietComfort Ultra Headphones (2nd Gen) into a statement pair. With polished metal details and seriously plush cushioning, they’re made for long wear. This is Bose at its most refined: their best noise cancellation, plus sound that’s tailored to the listener through CustomTune, so the balance stays crisp and immersive across whatever they queue up.

Cinema Mode is the headline upgrade. It’s built to make video sound more lifelike, with clearer dialogue and more layered effects, so sound feels placed in front of you instead of trapped in your head. Add improved ActiveSense in Aware Mode, and sudden spikes in noise feel smoother and less distracting, which matters when they’re watching, working, or moving through a loud city.

Driftwood Sand nails that understated, accessory-like look of the Ultra Open Earbuds with a wear-all-day feel. The cuff-shaped design looks refined and feels light, clipped on the ear instead of sealing it, so they can stay aware while keeping their music close.

OpenAudio technology is what makes the experience click, delivering rich sound that feels surprisingly private for an open-ear fit. A soft silicone hinge and light flex arm keep them secure without pressure, which is why they work for long days, commutes, and workouts where they still want to hear a coach, traffic, or a friend.