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Stuff.tv
10 hours ago
- Stuff.tv
Sony just gave our favourite headphones a free upgrade they actually needed
Not to sound like a broken record, but the new Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones really are a stellar set of cans. They're some of, if not the best noise-canceling headphones money can buy. Replacing the XM5s, they've easily jumped to be some of our favourite cans, and now they're getting even better. The excellent WH-1000XM6 headphones, alongside the WF-1000XM5 earbuds, are getting a free update that adds some useful features, not just vague promises of 'stability improvements.' Rolled out via Sony's Sound Connect app, the updates bring a handful of changes that make these headphones feel even more premium. Version 5.0.2 for the XM6 over-ears and 2.0.2 for the XM5 in-ears unlock new tricks like a low-latency mode. It's ideal for anyone that spends most of their time watching content or gaming with these headphones. Quick Access and Scene-based Listening also get a welcome tune-up. The features will now switch to your tunes more quickly based on your activity or location. The over-ears get some bonus features, including voice call improvements that work regardless of how much ambient sound you let in. There's even moisture detection for the USB-C port now, so if you've got them sweaty or soggy, it's not the end of the world. Multilingual voice control options have also expanded to include French, German and Spanish. Sony's free software update for these headphones is free and available now through the Sound Connect app. Updating can take up to an hour, and your headphones need to be fully charged first.
Tom's Guide
18 hours ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Save money on headphones this Prime Day — here are 3 audio deals to watch out for
Prime Day 2025 is closing in — there's only just over a week from the time of writing before there are some record-breaking deals on all kinds of products at Amazon. But there's only one category that I care about, and that's audio gear. Prime Day is the best time of year to bag a cut-price pair of the best headphones, and I'm here to tell you what models you should be watching out for the most. There are a few headphones launched this year that we should be paying attention to, as well as some that are already reduced. Here are the 3 pairs you should keep a close eye on over July 8-11. Is this cheating a bit? Using a whole brand and headphone family in a list of headphones? No. I make the rules, and I say it's not cheating. Because you should be watching out for the entirety of the XM series when it comes to Prime Day, because its one of the best ways to grab some of Sony's flagships no matter your budget. In fact, you can already grab the Sony WH-1000XM4 for a great price already, and Prime Day isn't even here yet. The XM5s always drop to great prices over Prime Day, and we've had a sneaky peek recently as to what kind of savings to expect on the XM6 after a surprise free gift card. What kind of savings are we looking for? Some lowest prices with some luck. That means a $130 discount for the XM5, and an impressive $220 for the XM4. Anything within $20 of those two is well worth the pickup. We've less data on the XM6 on account of their newness, but I'd like to see anything from $30-$50 off. That would be a suitable discount to make them worth picking up over some of the now more accomplished competition. Sony's older ANC cans are still an excellent option if you're looking to balance flagship performance with a lower price. Their 4.5-star review attests to their solid sound, brilliant noise canceling, and good comfort. 30 hours of battery life is plenty as well, and the case remains the best of the Sony family. The WH-1000XM5 were our favorite headphones for a long time for a good reason. Good sound and even better ANC made sure that they landed an exemplary 4.5-star review, and we're hoping to see a big price drop during Prime Day. Their biggest discount has been $120 — here's to hoping we see something similar again! The latest version of Sony's headphones garnered a 4-star review, with particular note on the vocal clarity and solid ANC. They're a bit more expensive now, and we've no data to predict a discount, but we're hoping for something nice and big. I wasn't expecting anything to dethrone the Sony WH-1000XM5 from their place as the best headphones, but the Bowers & Wilkins PX7 S3 were perhaps the biggest surprise of the year. They're a package that, pound for pound, beats out the WH-1000XM5 and the XM6 in just about every metric. Sound quality, comfort, looks... the list goes on, and on. Just know that if you pick up a pair of the PX7 S3, you're getting our latest pick of the bunch — and it is an accomplished bunch. As for what kind of discount to expect, things are slightly murkier thanks to a lack of discount data. They're another new pair of headphones, but I'm hoping we see at least $50 off over Prime Day. Anything $20 below that would be good, although any discounts are welcome. It would be their first discount too, and there's no time like the present. Bowers & Wilkins' latest set of cans are the best we've seen so far, as demonstrated in their 4.5-star review. They've got the best sound I've ever heard for the price, and they're some of the most comfortable headphones you can put on your head. 30 hours of battery makes sure they'll last a long time, and they've got a super sturdy protective case. The QuietComfort Ultra Headphones might not have the sound or the battery life of their similarly priced contemporaries, but they beat everyone out when it comes to a specific feature. Noise canceling. If you're looking for the best way possible to block out every single noise around you, you've got two options. These, or a pair of industrial ear defenders — and only the Bose options are going to play you sweet, sweet tunes. We have some idea of savings as well, thanks to some price drops over the last year or so. The biggest price drop we've seen has been $120, so I'd imagine we'll see something close to that. Perhaps $100 off. We'd like to see more, of course, but we'll have to wait for the sale proper to see what kind of savings to expect. The Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones more than earned their 4.5-star review thanks to the best noise canceling you've ever heard. They might not have the most battery life in the world, but they've got solid, bassy sound and supreme comfort. I love my pair, and it's probable you will too.
Engadget
23-06-2025
- Engadget
Get a free $30 Amazon gift card when you buy the new Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones
Noise-cancelling headphones are a must-have for anyone who travels often and wants to drown out airplane noise, commuters who want some peace and quiet amongst the crowds and anyone else looking to dull the daily chaos of life. Sony's 1000X line has had our favorite noise-cancelling headphones for a long time, and it remains the same now with the latest edition to that family. Sony released the WH-1000XM6 edition of its wireless noise canceling headphones in May, and really the only downside about them is their new, higher price tag. But if you're on the market for a new pair of cans right now, Amazon will throw you a bone if you opt for the XM6. Right now, you can get the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones plus a free $30 Amazon gift card for $448. While you're not saving much on the price of the headphones (a whopping $2), you're getting a $30 gift card for free on top of it, which you can use towards anything else you want to buy on Amazon. Sony released the WH-1000XM6 headphones three years after their predecessor, but the new model quickly proved to be worth the wait. We gave the M6s a 94 in our review thanks to features like improved sound and better active noise cancelation. One of the best things about this model compared to the M5s is the return to a folding design — I love my M5s but it's very annoying that they don't shrink at all. The M6s are also very comfy and have a wider headband for easy wear.
Engadget
19-06-2025
- Engadget
Get a free $30 Amazon gift card when you buy the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones
Noise-cancelling headphones are a must-have for anyone who travels often and wants to drown out airplane noise, commuters who want some peace and quiet amongst the crowds and anyone else looking to dull the daily chaos of life. Sony's 1000X line has had our favorite noise-cancelling headphones for a long time, and it remains the same now with the latest edition to that family. Sony released the WH-1000XM6 edition of its wireless noise canceling headphones in May, and really the only downside about them is their new, higher price tag. But if you're on the market for a new pair of cans right now, Amazon will throw you a bone if you opt for the XM6. Right now, you can get the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones plus a free $30 Amazon gift card for $448. While you're not saving much on the price of the headphones (a whopping $2), you're getting a $30 gift card for free on top of it, which you can use towards anything else you want to buy on Amazon. Sony released the WH-1000XM6 headphones three years after their predecessor, but the new model quickly proved to be worth the wait. We gave the M6s a 94 in our review thanks to features like improved sound and better active noise cancelation. One of the best things about this model compared to the M5s is the return to a folding design — I love my M5s but it's very annoying that they don't shrink at all. The M6s are also very comfy and have a wider headband for easy wear.
Tom's Guide
16-06-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
I just found the best Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones deal — get a free $30 gift card at Amazon
There's a new contender for the best headphones you can buy — Sony's new WH-1000XM6. We've loved Sony's flagship headphone series for years, and the latest iteration is no exception to that. Hence why I'm super excited to see this awesome Amazon deal. Right now, you can get the Sony WH-1000XM6 for $448 at Amazon with a free $30 Amazon gift card. This gift card can be spent on anything you want over at Amazon, which makes this deal the best way I've found to get your hands on the new XM6 cans. (They're also $1 cheaper than the price listed in Sony's online store — nice.) Sony WH-1000XM6 Headphones: free $30 gc @ AmazonOur Sony WH-1000XM6 review said that while these headphones don't reinvent the wheel, that's no bad thing considering how excellent their predecessors are. Their excellent audio quality and active noise canceling continue to impress, and they now have improved clarity and codec support. You also get up to 30 hours of battery life with active noise canceling enabled, or up to 40 hours without. So, why should you buy the Sony WH-1000XM6? Our Sony WH-1000XM6 review said these are 'sure to be a staple on our list of the best headphones for years to come.' They're incredibly well-rounded and deliver excellent performance in almost all categories, making them a great buy for just about anybody. We enjoyed their clear, detailed sound in our testing, and appreciated that they support a wide variety of audio codecs like LDAC, SBC, AAC and LC3. You also get access to 360 Reality Audio for more 3D sound. We did find that the soundstage wasn't as wide as some other headphones we've tested, like the AirPods Max. But if you love a highly detailed audio experience, you'll love listening to the Sony WH-1000XM6s. We also saw a big upgrade in call quality for the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones. So if you frequently take voice and video calls, your voice will come through clearly even in noisy environments thanks to their 12 on-board microphones. This Amazon deal is the best way I've seen so far to pick up the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones, so get them while you can! For more savings, check out our Amazon promo codes coverage.
