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Sony Launches WH-1000XM6 Noise-Cancelling Headphones with Foldable Design and Advanced Features

The WH-1000XM6 debuts at $449.99, introducing a foldable form, enhanced microphones, and a faster processor, while older models see significant price cuts.

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Sony Launches the WH-1000XM6, its Latest Flagship Wireless Headphones

Overview

  • The WH-1000XM6 headphones are now available in the U.S. for $449.99 and in the U.K. for £399, priced higher than their predecessor at launch.
  • Sony reintroduces a foldable hinge design, improving portability, and updates the carrying case with a magnetic closure for added convenience.
  • The new QN3 processor, claimed to be seven times faster, enhances noise-cancelling precision and sound quality, alongside a redesigned microphone array for better call clarity.
  • Pricing adjustments include the WH-1000XM5 reduced to $349.99 and the WH-1000XM4 to $299.99, maintaining a tiered lineup for different consumer needs.
  • User experience updates move Speak-to-Chat activation from the earcup to the Sony app, offering more control to users.