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Gizmodo
14-07-2025
- Gizmodo
Sony's Best-in-Class ANC Headphones May Have a Major Design Flaw
Sony's WH-1000XM6 headphones might sound great, but that's only if they don't break before you put them on your head. While it's too early to say whether Sony's latest world-class headphones have a widespread issue, the first reports of broken hinges are starting to roll in, and they feel ominously reminiscent of similar problems with the WH-1000XM5. In a Reddit thread that's actually pulled from a Red Note post (sorry for the convolution; that's just the way life is sometimes), one user shows how their Sony XM6 have seemingly snapped at the hinge that holds the headband and earcup/internal speaker components together. Having looked at these pics myself and knowing how much these headphones cost ($450), all I can say is… ouch. As I mentioned, it's obviously too early to tell if this is an issue that XM6 owners should be worried about, but it does feel relevant considering widespread reports of the XM5 hinge, which you need only take a short gander at Reddit to contextualize. I'm also curious how exactly this pair of XM6s broke—specifically how much force was applied. Did they get sat on, or did they just explode after being gently picked up? I used Google Translate on the Red Note post, and the original poster of this hinge failure claims they 'usually use [the headphones] carefully,' but again, it's kind of hard to know for sure what transpired. One thing is for sure, though, and that's if there's a problem, someone at Sony is going to be mighty disappointed. As noted by SoundGuys, the XM6 actually come with a redesigned hinge that's meant to prevent this whole problem from happening. Specifically, there's a redesigned folding mechanism that features a metal hinge inside the plastic housing that is (theoretically, at least) more durable. It's worth noting that in a poll conducted by SoundGuys, 25% of users reported having a broken hinge. That's a lot of angry customers and potentially a lot more first-time AirPods Max owners. Say what you will about Apple's very expensive AirPods Max, but they do have a premium metal build and great sound. For now, we'll just have to see if any more reports of broken hinges start to roll in and hope that Sony's redesign actually solved the problem. If this is actually a widespread issue, Sony XM6 owners may want to be extra cautious with their headphones until Sony either addresses the issue or puts out some kind of recall, though I don't think it'll get that far.
Android Authority
23-06-2025
- Business
- Android Authority
Getting the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones? Here's a free $30 gift card!
The hottest headphones in the audio gear market are the Sony WH-100XM6. They just launched in mid-May 2025, so they are still very new. This means we don't expect any discounts to come anytime soon, but there is still a nice incentive for those who are getting these popular cans. Let's talk about it! Buy the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones with a free $30 gift card for $448 ($31.99 off) This offer is available from Amazon, and the offer applies to all color versions available. These include Black, Midnight Blue, and Platinum Silver. The free gift card would be an Amazon gift card, so you would need to use it with the popular online retailer exclusively. Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones with $30 gift card Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones with $30 gift card The next iteration of the best Sony headphones The Sony WH-1000XM6 is every bit a worthy successor to Sony's other ANC headphones as you'd hope. They sound very good, have excellent ANC, and are equipped to handle demanding users. However, the lack of cutting-edge connection options might be an issue as the years go by. See price at Amazon Save $31.99 Limited Time Deal! The Sony WH-1000XM6 are excellent headphones, and we gave them a stellar review at our sister site, Our co-workers also placed them at the top of their list of the best headphones available. We aren't the only ones praising these headphones, though. Make a quick Google search, and you'll find plenty of agreeing opinions. There are plenty of reasons to love these. They are high-end, expensive headphones, after all. These offer a great overall experience. Let's start with the sound quality, which is among the best out there. The ANC performance is also impressive. This makes the Sony WH-1000XM6 a fantastic option for those who want to enjoy tunes in high quality with no distractions. They'll also be very fitting for remote workers, students, commuters, or anyone who needs to focus in louder environments. Even the microphone surprised us with how well it worked. Because these are premium headphones, you'll also get a bevy of features, such as Bluetooth Multipoint, spatial audio, a 10-band equalizer, DSEE Extreme support, a volume limiter feature, and more. The battery life is also outstanding at about 37 hours and 14 minutes, based on SoundGuys' internal tests. This is still the best deal we've seen on the Sony WH-1000XM6. If you have been thinking of getting these headphones, that free $30 gift card may not be groundbreaking, but it is a little something. We don't see the price actually dropping soon, so this is likely the best offer you'll find in a while. If you're not quite convinced, here is a list fo the best headphones available. You're sure to find something you like in there!
Android Authority
11-06-2025
- Business
- Android Authority
Hot deal: Buy the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones and get a free $30 gift card!
The Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones were just launched last month, so it makes sense we haven't seen any discounts yet. Add the fact that they are among the most sought-after headphones right now, and it makes sense that Sony needs no sales to sell them. Here's the first offer we've seen on them, but it isn't exactly a price cut. Instead, you are getting a free $30 gift card as a nice little incentive right now. Buy the Sony WH-1000XM6 and get a $30 gift card for $448 ($31.99 off) This offer is available from Amazon. The sale applies to all color versions available, which include Black, Midnight Blue, and Platinum Silver. Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones with $30 gift card Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones with $30 gift card The next iteration of the best Sony headphones The Sony WH-1000XM6 is every bit a worthy successor to Sony's other ANC headphones as you'd hope. They sound very good, have excellent ANC, and are equipped to handle demanding users. However, the lack of cutting-edge connection options might be an issue as the years go by. See price at Amazon Save $31.99 Limited Time Deal! It's always nice to write about first-time offers, especially for products as special as the Sony WH-1000XM6. Yes, this is the first time we've seen any sale on these headphones, and they are awesome cans. In fact, our experts at already listed this as the top pick on their list of the best headphones. That's for multiple reasons, as they excel in various departments. These offer a great overall experience. For starters, the sound quality is outstanding, and so is the ANC performance. If you want to enjoy your tunes in high quality with no distractions from external noise, very few will get close to competing with the Sony WH-1000XM6. We even loved the microphone, so these are great for calls, too. Of course, you'll also get plenty of great features. These include Bluetooth Multipoint, spatial audio, a 10-band equalizer, DSEE extreme, a volume limiter option, and more. Additionally, battery life is quite outstanding at 37 hours and 14 minutes on a full charge, based on SoundGuys' own tests. Not even out for a month, this is the best deal we've seen on the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones. We don't expect them to really go on sale anytime soon, so this might be your chance to at least score a free $30 gift card.
Telegraph
11-06-2025
- Telegraph
Sony WH-1000XM6 review: By far the best headphones I've ever tested
This article contains affiliate links. The products or services listed have been selected independently by journalists after hands-on testing or sourcing expert opinions. We may earn a commission when you click a link, buy a product or subscribe to a service. What are the Sony WH-1000XM6? Sony has built a near-unassailable and rock-solid reputation in the wireless headphones market, so when the company decides to finally update its three-year-old Bluetooth noise cancelling headphones, it's worth paying attention. The new Sony WH-1000XM6 add extra features over their illustrious predecessors, with a hinged headband for easy storage, vastly upgraded noise cancelling and improved sound and call quality that far outpace even the best wireless earbuds. Absolutely everything has been overhauled, basically. That includes the price, sadly, with the new Sony headphones now breaching the £400 barrier. Although, in fairness, their competitors from the likes of Bose, Bowers and Wilkins and Apple are priced closer towards the £500 mark. JUMP TO: How we test headphones I tested the WH-1000XM6 against competitor brands included in our list of the best headphones, such as the Bowers and Wilkins Px7 S3 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra. I compared a variety of musical genres both in and out of the home, from prog rock to synth-pop and tested the noise cancelling in a number of locations, including busy streets, deafening Tube carriages and bustling shops, assessing all available noise cancellation modes on offer. I also used the headphones to make calls, testing the WH-1000XM6 again in various scenarios. Finally, I transported them between work and home using the supplied case and charger to check how well the case protected the headphones and how much space it took up in my luggage. Why you can trust Telegraph Recommended Our tech experts continuously conduct in-depth, independent, real-world tests, scoring devices against pre-set testing metrics and industry benchmarks, so we can deliver definitive and comprehensive buying advice. Telegraph Recommended reviews are never shared with product manufacturers before publication, we don't accept payment in exchange for positive reviews, nor do we allow brands to pay for placement in our articles. Visit our Who We Are page to learn more. Sound quality Score: 10/10 The previous generation Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones justly garnered rave reviews in 2022, but Sony hasn't rested on its laurels here. This new pair are a gigantic step forward in terms of audio quality. With the WH-1000XM6, Sony collaborated with a team of sound engineers who have previously worked with artists from Rihanna to Bob Dylan. In doing so, they've included an all-new 'HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3', which is seven times faster at processing audio and delivers what the company says is a 'superior digital-analogue conversion', reducing audio distortion for clearer sound. In testing, these outperformed many more expensive headphones, with beautifully balanced music and incredibly realistic voices. Even tracks you've listened to hundreds of times before were transformed, sounding beautifully musical and alive. The Bowers and Wilkins Px7 S3 is the only real contender here with its lively sound, but there's very little that separates the two in the audio stakes. Design and comfort Score: 8/10 This isn't quite a 'wheels come off the bus' moment, but the weakest aspect of the Sony WH-1000XM6 is the design. The headphones can now be folded up, with a new pair of hinges on either side of the headband located above the ear cups. This is great for portability on its own, but the included carrying case is still incredibly large, making it much less travel-friendly. The rest of the finish is rather uninspired. These aren't to the same level of quality as the eye-catching design of the Bowers and Wilkins Px7 S3, but they are neatly designed and hold to your head reasonably well. However, they are quite bulky and will get in the way if you leave them dangling around your neck. Noise cancellation and EQ Score: 10/10 The Sony WH-1000XM6's noise cancelling is so good that, while testing for this review, my two eldest children kept sneaking up on me to scare me, knowing that there was no chance I'd be able to hear their approach. They found this incredibly entertaining, me less so. The noise cancellation is astonishing and is easily ahead of even the best noise-cancelling headphones. The system is powered by 12 microphones and the new HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3 I mentioned earlier. It adapts rapidly to your position, so that the noise cancelling is turned up or down accordingly, depending on the sound levels in your environment. The result is an impenetrable sonic barrier that can block out pretty much anything from train noise to less predictable sounds, such as people yelling for a cab on the street. Bose used to be the out-and-out leader when it came to noise cancelling, but Sony has significantly upped its game here, to the extent where there's really nothing in it. There are also a few adjustable EQ settings via the app, allowing you to manually adjust various audio levels depending on your sound preferences. However, the sound is so impressive that I would advise leaving these alone. Battery life and charging Score: 8/10 The overall battery life won't trouble the leaders in this sector. The Sony WH-1000XM6 runs for around 30 hours with Bluetooth and noise cancelling switched on, which isn't quite as noteworthy as long-life rivals such as the Marshall Monitor III ANC, which can blast music for up to 100 hours. Plug them in for just three minutes, however, and you're able to squeeze out enough battery juice for up to three hours of play time, which I found useful on more than one occasion. These charge up so fast, in fact, that I barely needed to worry about the battery, with the Sony Sound Connect app offering an easy way to keep track of the remaining charge while out and about. Connectivity Score: 9/10 Sadly, there still isn't an option to play wired music via USB-C connection, which is annoying, and there's no sign of the Apt-X HD codec available on other wireless headphones. This is a specification that enables streaming of high-quality audio on Android and you have to use Sony's specific LDAC codec instead. However, there isn't a noticeable difference between the two. Naturally, there's Bluetooth Multipoint here, allowing you to connect two devices at once, meaning you can seamlessly hop between listening on a laptop and a phone, for example. Irritatingly, the Sound Connect app asks you to sign in to a Sony account or sign up for a new one to unlock most of the best features. One such feature is 'Adaptive Sound Control', which learns your listening behaviour to adjust the level of noise cancelling up or down on the fly. This works well and ensures the noise cancelling isn't in overdrive when you're sitting at home in a quiet room. The app is neatly presented and well-designed, allowing you to switch between noise cancelling and ambient sound modes. It also offers an interesting selection of listening modes, including background music, which simulates distance, making it feel like you're sitting in a café listening to music on speakers sitting high up against the far wall. Technical specifications As I've done throughout this review, it makes the most sense to compare the specifications of the WH-1000XM6 to Sony's previous pair of high-end headphones, the WH-1000XM5. On paper, at least, any changes over the last three years appear to be minimal, but as ever, the real improvements are obvious as soon as you put them on your head and press play. Should you buy the Sony WH-1000XM6? Sony was never going to push a dud out the door after so many years of ruthlessly dominating the wireless headphone market and the WH-1000XM6 delivers on all fronts. The biggest upgrade is the noise cancelling, which is now on par with the best in the market and I would argue the very best overall. Sony's biggest rival here is Bowers and Wilkins' excellent Px7 S3 headphones, which draw slightly ahead in terms of sound, with a liveliness that is difficult to match. However, the Sony headphones win overall due to the stunning noise cancelling, drowning out the world like nothing else out there, creating an incredible listening experience. For now at least, these are my new favourite headphones. Yes, if: You want unparalleled noise cancelling You want fantastic sound No, if: £399 Buy now Price at John Lewis Sony WH-1000XM6 FAQs What are the biggest improvements in the Sony WH-1000XM6 compared to the WH-1000XM5? The biggest upgrade is the effectiveness of the noise cancelling, which is hugely improved over the previous version. The sound quality is also much better and the return of the hinged headband is welcome. What new features or technologies will the WH-1000XM6 bring? The noise cancelling is boosted, courtesy of an arrangement of 12 microphones and the new HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN3. How does the Sony WH-1000XM6 compare to the Bose QuietComfort or Apple AirPods Max? The Sony WH-1000XM6 outperforms both of those headphones on sound quality, and is at least as good as the Bose in terms of noise cancelling, and far better than the AirPods. Has the design of the WH-1000XM6 changed significantly from the XM5? Yes, the headphones are now hinged, which is a feature that vanished for the previous pair but has returned here.
CNN
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones vs. the Competition: Are they finally flawless?
Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones vs. the Competition: Are they finally flawless? We tested the new Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones, and calling them an upgrade from the previous version, which had its fair share of issues, is an understatement. Our tech writer put them through their paces for weeks to find out what's changed, what hasn't and how they stack up against top competitors like the Apple AirPods Max and Bose QuietComfort Ultra. So, do these new Sony over-ear headphones finally silence the competition, or are they just another iteration in the ongoing noise-canceling headphone wars? Let's find out.
