Summary:
- Sony has launched the WF-1000XM6, its latest premium wireless earbuds that improves noise-canceling by 25% compared to its predecessor.
- The brand has also released a new “Sand Pink” colorway in its WH-1000XM6 headphones.
- Both new models are available now priced at £249 GBP / $329.99 USD and £399 GBP / $459.99 USD, respectively.
Sony has launched its latest wireless earbuds, the WF-1000XM6, a highly anticipated update to flagship 1000X series that introduces upgraded noise canceling, improved call quality and a subtly refined design. Announced today and available worldwide now, the new earbuds are dropping alongside a new “Sand Pink” colorway in its over-ear WH-1000XM6 headphones.
Building on the WF-1000XM5 before it, Sony says its new model improves on active noise cancellation (ANC) with a 25% reduction in ambient noise achieved by its next-generation QN3e integrated processor and an adaptive noise-canceling optimizer. Each earbud now houses four microphones, allowing more precise real-time adjustments based on environment and fit. Sony is also focusing on sound performance, incorporating 32-bit processing and a newly developed driver unit designed to improve clarity across low and high frequencies.
The earbuds support Hi-Res Audio Wireless, DSEE Extreme upscaling and feature customizable EQ controls via the Sony Sound Connect app. They also support LE Audio, a low-latency Bluetooth variant that makes them an viable option for gaming.
Call quality has been upgraded through a combination of AI beam-forming microphones and a bone conduction sensor, helping isolate the user’s voice in busy environments. Connectivity improvements include an antenna that’s one-and-a-half times larger than its predecessor, while battery life offers up to eight hours per charge and up to 24 hours in total including the case.
The WF-1000XM6 earbuds are available now in “Black” and “Platinum Silver” for £249 GBP / $329.99 USD, while the updated “Sand Pink” colorway of the WH-1000XM6 headphones is priced at £399 GBP / $459.99 USD.
