As described by B&O, the black and aluminum earpieces combine a slim form with sound performance, "embodying the brand's uncompromising mastery in uniting acoustic innovation with timeless design and craftsmanship. Born from Bang & Olufsen's relentless pursuit of perfection and inspired by fine jewelry, Beo Grace fuses miniaturized design with audio innovation, bringing exceptional sound that fits effortlessly in your pocket."
This intent is conveyed through the combination of advanced features, choice of materials, and branding. Design-wise, the Beo Grace doesn't disrupt and directly references the superior AirPods Pro ergonomic mastery (also the result of many years of research that any other company will struggle to expand) in the shape of the earbuds and the general form factor, including in the charging case.
"A defining element of Beo Grace is its solid, high-polished aluminum stem. In a sea of plastic, it stands apart, but it’s more than aesthetic. The stem is the interface. Inside, a new force-sensing system measures micron-level deformations when pressed, paired with real-time sound feedback that makes every press feel like a true physical button. And with NearTap, you can adjust the volume without touching the earbuds at all. Simple taps near your ear, right for up or left for down."
In typical Bang & Olufsen practice, the Beo Grace earbuds reimagine elements of Bang & Olufsen's iconic A8 earphones, carrying their distinctive metal elements into the wireless era. The pearl-blasted aluminum charging case delivers a seamless silhouette that opens effortlessly in the hand and only shows LED indicators when they are active. Cool to the touch, refined in finish, and shaped to slip easily into a pocket.
The case also offers the ability to double as a wireless transmitter, and the included USB-C to 3.5mm adapter allows plugging the case to any digital or analog source to listen instantly on the earbuds - great for in-flight entertainment systems. The Bluetooth 5.3 dual mode platform is LE Audio enabled when shipping, supporting the usual SBC and AAC codecs, plus LC3 by using the case as a dongle transmitter. Voice assistants can be enabled using the B&O app.
The earbuds are dust and waterproof with an IP57 rating and offer up to 4.5 hours of playtime with ANC, and up to 17 hours including the charging case. The ear tips feature an integrated nylon mesh that safeguards the driver from dust and debris, ensuring long-lasting performance.
Naturally, the earbuds deliver all the must-have features, including tactile and gesture controls, superior call quality, and Spatial Audio with head-tracking, detailed as "delivering a more natural listening experience for stereo content and optimized for Dolby Atmos."
The earbuds harness advanced wind reduction technology, paired with a three MEMS microphone array in each earpiece. Bang & Olufsen's new EarSense technology automatically adapts sound and Adaptive Active Noise Cancellation performance in real time by measuring the unique acoustic signature of the user's ear, tailoring sound and silence in a personal way. And TrueTransparency delivers a natural experience with clarity, balance, and control.
"Beo Grace is more than a new product; it is a symbol of the century ahead. Inspired by the elegance of fine jewelry and crafted from our signature aluminum, it distills everything Bang & Olufsen has stood for since 1925: uncompromising sound, enduring craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. With Beo Grace, we are bringing our heritage of acoustic ingenuity into a form you can wear - a piece of design sculpture that ushers in a new era of wearable sound," says Bang & Olufsen CEO Kristian Teär.
Design for the Future
The Beo Grace earbuds project also seems to represent a scalable investment in solutions and technologies that the company will leverage for the future. While delivering rapid charging — five minutes of charging delivers up to 2.5 hours of playback — the earbuds and charging case have been the focus of a special project regarding battery health technology. Bang & Olufsen has partnered with Breathe in a strategic partnership that aims to remove the constraints of battery service life through advanced power handling innovation.
At the heart of Beo Grace is a custom-designed battery management system that has surpassed 2,000 charge cycles in internal testing, setting a new benchmark in audio. Compared with 500 charging cycles (a figure that B&O says results from a Google search on the average lifespan of wireless headphone batteries) that are standard in most consumer electronics. This is the result of a carefully engineered battery system that monitors both the cell and the environment, adjusting power flow in real time to reduce stress.
The Beo Grace project also introduces Bang & Olufsen's new Amadeus software platform for wearables, so that the products will continue to evolve through software updates offering improved performance and experiences. Valuable lessons learned from Apple.
The Beo Grace advanced ANC wireless earbuds will be accompanied by a three-year warranty, available from November 17, 2025. And Bang & Olufsen also crafted an original soft, premium leather pouch to be offered as an optional accessory that wraps seamlessly around the aluminum charging case. Available for $300 in Infinite Black, Cranberry Red, and Seashell Grey, it features a discreet USB charging opening, crafted with a shoulder strap and refined clasp, making it easy to wear.
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