Sony XM6 Revives Beloved Folding Design for Enthusiasts: Exciting Features Leaked!
The design of the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones is generating significant excitement among consumers, likely even more than their price and new features. Sony’s WH-1000 series has consistently been at the forefront of the wireless headphone market, largely due to its exceptional active noise cancellation (ANC), often surpassing competitors.
A key design element that fans have cherished is the headphones’ folding structure, making them easier to pack for travel. Unfortunately, this feature was omitted from the most recent model, the WH-1000XM5.
However, recent leaks, including a product listing from Amazon Spain, suggest that the WH-1000XM6 will reintegrate this folding design. While this has not been officially confirmed by Sony, the listing indicated that the headphones would fold up similarly to previous models, such as the XM4 and XM3, where the earcups swiveled and folded inward.
The removal of this feature in the XM5 was surprising, so the potential return is promising. Additionally, the WH-1000XM6 is set to incorporate Sony’s new QN3 chip for enhanced high-definition noise cancellation processing.
The headphones will feature twelve precision microphones to boost their ANC capabilities. Improvements also seem to extend to the carrying case, which will include a new magnetic closure for more convenient access.
Weighing approximately 250 grams, the headphones are reported to provide up to 30 hours of battery life, with a quick three-minute charge offering about three hours of playback. Regarding pricing, the Amazon Spain listing suggested a cost of around €388.43, translating to approximately $439.26 in the U.S.
However, a price above $400 seems unlikely, considering the previous models’ pricing history. There are hints indicating that they may launch at $450 in the U.S.
The anticipated launch date for the WH-1000XM6 is May 15, although the Amazon listing has since been removed, leaving some uncertainty around the accuracy of this date. Regardless, the launch is expected soon, following their certification at the FCC earlier this year.
