LG xboom Buds add UV‑C and in‑flight features, creating enterprise opportunities for ePlus

Corporate audio procurement shifts as LG adds hygiene, in‑flight features

LG Electronics is rolling out two new xboom by will.i.am earbuds that foreground hygiene and travel usability, a development that resonates with enterprise technology resellers such as ePlus. The flagship xboom Buds Plus brings active noise cancelling, an in‑flight Bluetooth transmitter and a UV-C–equipped charging case to reduce bacteria on earbud meshes, while the lower‑cost Buds Lite targets extended battery life. For companies that supply employee kits and manage remote or travelling workforces, those features map directly to procurement priorities around hygiene, durability and consistent audio quality on the go.

For ePlus, which sells, deploys and manages end‑user devices for enterprises, the new models present avenues to broaden audio offerings beyond conference room hardware into personal audio solutions. ePlus can package these earbuds into corporate mobility bundles, managed device programs and white‑glove provisioning services that include asset tagging, warranty management and secure Bluetooth configuration. The earbuds’ ANC and codec compatibility also make them candidates for integration into unified communications environments, where call clarity for hybrid workers and executives remains a selling point.

The arrival of consumer‑grade, hygiene‑focused earbuds also prompts operational and security considerations for resellers. ePlus is likely to evaluate fleet management policies, pairing controls and lifecycle support before recommending mass deployment, and to test interoperability with enterprise UC platforms and mobile device management systems. If adopted, these products could let ePlus expand recurring services tied to replacement cycles, sanitization policies and travel‑ready device support for corporate customers.

Product specifics and celebrity collaboration

LG introduces the xboom Buds Plus at $179.99 and the xboom Buds Lite at $69.99, both tuned and approved by nine‑time Grammy winner will.i.am, who serves as experiential architect for the line. The Buds Plus pairs ANC with a UVnano+ charging case and an in‑flight Bluetooth transmitter, while the Buds Lite focuses on battery longevity and accessible design.

Retail rollout and market positioning

LG is making both models available through its online store and authorized retailers, positioning the refreshed xboom series to strengthen its consumer audio portfolio and broaden availability nationwide. The company frames the release as part of a broader push to democratize premium audio by blending high‑end features with everyday usability, a trend that could nudge enterprise buyers and resellers to rethink personal audio provisioning.