Sony Inzone launches new peripherals in collaboration with Fnatic
The lineup includes a pair of audio devices: the Inzone H9 II Wireless Gaming Headset and the Inzone E9 In-Ear Monitor. The H9 II headset has the same dynamic driver as the excellent Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones, and it sports a detachable mic. It can be used wired or as a Bluetooth wireless set. These headphones have active noise canceling and 360 Spatial Sound. It will retail for $350. The E9 monitor also offers 360 Spatial Sound and is designed for passive noise canceling. It costs $150. Fnatic's Valorant and Apex Legends teams assisted the creation of the audio products. Wireless gaming mouse and mousepad from Sony Inzone (Sam Rutherford for Engadget)
The company also has a new gaming mouse simply called Mouse-A that was designed with feedback from Fnatic pro players. The Mouse-A weighs a slight 48 grams and offers hybrid optical switches. The $150 mouse also has an 8,000Hz polling rate and promises up to 90 hours of battery life.
For extra cushioning, Inzone has also unveiled two mousepads. The 6mm Mat-F is intended for strategic first person shooters and games that favor controlled stop and aim playstyles. The black design has a Slimflex base and will retail for $60. Mat-D costs $35 and is meant more for speedy gameplay with gliding movements. The purple gradient mousepad is 4mm and has a high density rubber base.
Finally, the Inzone KBD-H75 is a $300 wired aluminum 75 percent rapid trigger keyboard that comes equipped with Hall-effect switches and an 8,000Hz polling rate.
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Tom's Guide
6 hours ago
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The new Sony Inzone H9 II is the gaming headset I've been waiting for — here's why
The Sony Inzone H9 is one of the best gaming headsets, and it's the one I use whenever I play online with friends on the PS5. Now, Sony is releasing an updated model, appropriately named the Inzone H9 II. This new peripheral retains everything that made the original great, while adding improvements that enhance the overall experience. I recently received a Sony Inzone H9 II review unit, so expect a write-up from me soon. Based on my brief hands-on time, I think this should be another great Inzone gaming headset. In the meantime, here are all the major details you need to know. This new headset is built around the same driver unit found in the Sony WH-1000XM6, which we consider one of the best wireless headphones. That driver, with its noise-canceling functionality, allows sounds to come through clearly in whatever game you're playing. They're especially good for first-person shooters since you can better tell the direction of enemy fire and footsteps. As before, the Inzone H9 II features a directional boom mic. But this time, the mic is detachable. You can adjust the boom mic's length and angle to your liking, which is another feature its predecessor lacked. The headset uses AI to drown out ambient noise in your environment, ensuring you won't annoy your teammates with unwanted noise. One of the reasons I like the original Inzone H9 is because of how comfortable it is to wear for hours. That said, its earcups and headband are somewhat oversized. The Inzone H9 II is lighter and slimmer, which should make it even more comfortable to wear during extended gaming sessions. You can easily adjust the headset's length to conform to your head, and the headband also has a good amount of flex while remaining sturdy. The Sony Inzone H9 II has a 2.4Hz USB-C dongle you can connect to your PS5 or gaming PC. You can also establish a simultaneous connection to your phone and gaming platform via Bluetooth, which is good if you're expecting an important call or message. Sony also claims the headset can last up to 30 hours between battery charges. You can pre-order the Sony Inzone H9 II now at Sony, Amazon, and Best Buy for $349. The headset comes in either black or white. Again, stay tuned for my thoughts on the Inzone H9 II soon! Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
