Overview
- Sony’s WF-1000XM6 are on sale now in Platinum Silver and Black for $329.99 through Sony and major retailers.
- The earbuds add four microphones per bud feeding a QN3e noise‑canceling chip alongside the Integrated Processor V2 for 32‑bit processing, redesigned drivers, LDAC/LC3 support, a 10‑band EQ, and Google Gemini integration.
- An overhauled shape is about 11% slimmer with added ventilation to cut occlusion, while a new case supports USB‑C and Qi wireless charging.
- Battery life is rated at eight hours from the earbuds and 24 hours with the case, with a five‑minute quick charge providing about an hour of playback.
- Sony touts clearer calls via added mics, bone‑conduction sensors, beamforming and AI noise reduction, and early reviews report better sound and ANC than the XM5, with Bose still ahead for some ANC and fit needs.