Sony WH-1000XM4 Review & Specs

The Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds offer high-quality sound and superior noise cancellation in a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing design. The earbuds provide great music quality, with deep bass and crisp highs, and the noise cancellation technology effectively blocks out ambient noise. The battery life is exceptional, and the touch controls and multipoint connectivity make these devices versatile and easy to use. The new "Speak-to-Chat" function is an innovative addition that makes it easy to pause music and communicate with people.

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• Design and Comfort: The Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds boast a compact and lightweight design that is stylish and contemporary. There are two color options available: black and silver. The earbuds include seven sizes of ear tips, which give a secure and comfortable fit for a variety of ear shapes and sizes. The earbuds feature an IPX4 rating, which makes them resistant to sweat and water splashes, making them excellent for outdoor activities and workouts.
• The Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds provide superb sound quality, with rich and well-balanced sounds across all frequencies. The earbuds utilize custom-designed drivers and EQ settings to produce crisp, precise sound with a deep, strong bass. The earbuds' soundstage and image are also superior, making them great for listening to music, viewing movies, and playing video games.
• Noise Cancellation: The Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds employ sophisticated noise cancellation technology to shut out external noise and deliver a more immersive listening experience. The earbuds offer two noise-cancelling modes, including a novel "Speak-to-Chat" mode that automatically pauses music and disables noise cancellation when the user begins conversing. The earphones also feature a transparency mode that allows you to hear your surroundings without removing them.
• The Sony WF-1000XM4 earbuds have a battery life of up to 8 hours on a single charge, which is slightly longer than other premium earbuds. The earphones have a charging case that gives an additional 16 hours of battery life and can be charged through USB-C or Qi-certified wireless charging pads. The earbuds also feature rapid charging, which allows for one hour of playback time after only five minutes of charging.
• Touch controls on both earbuds of the Sony WF-1000XM4 allow you to adjust the volume, skip music, and access your phone's speech assistant. The earbuds enable Bluetooth 5.2 for effortless pairing with your smartphone, tablet, or laptop. The earphones also include multipoint connectivity, allowing for simultaneous connection to two devices.
• App and Features: Available for both Android and iOS, the Sony Headphones Connect app allows you to personalize the earbuds' settings and gain access to additional capabilities. The application allows you to alter the level of noise reduction, configure shortcuts, and obtain firmware upgrades. The touch controls or the app can be used to activate voice assistants such as Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa.

Specs for the Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Premium Noise Canceling Overhead Headphones:

• Driver Unit: 40mm dome type
• Frequency Response: 4Hz-40,000Hz (Active Operation) / 20Hz-20,000Hz (Bluetooth Communication) / 20Hz-40,000Hz (LDAC 96kHz Sampling, 990kbps)
• Impedance: 46 ohm
• Sensitivity: 106 dB/mW (Active Operation) / 102 dB/mW (Bluetooth Communication)
• Battery Life: Up to 30 hours (NC ON) / Up to 38 hours (NC OFF)
• Charging Time: Approx. 3 hours (Full Charge) / Approx. 10 min for 5 hours of playback
• Noise Cancellation: Dual Noise Sensor technology
• Voice Assistant: Alexa and Google Assistant compatible
• Bluetooth Version: 5.2
• Codecs: SBC, AAC, LDAC
• Dimensions (Approx): 7.24 x 7.56 x 2.97 in
• Weight (Approx): 0.67 lbs

Note: These specs are subject to change and may vary by region.