Sony's new XM6 earbuds beat AirPods on sound, but have one major flaw
Sony's flagship earbuds are a powerhouse, but a critical design issue holds them back.
Deep Dive
Sony has launched the WF-1000XM6 earbuds at $330, featuring major upgrades over their predecessor. The new buds boast improved noise cancellation hardware, more microphones for calls, Bluetooth LE Audio, and Google Gemini integration. While praised for top-tier sound and extensive user customization, the new earbud design is reported to cause significant discomfort and fatigue for some users, creating a major trade-off despite their technical prowess.
Why It Matters
A critical comfort flaw could derail Sony's attempt to dethrone Apple and Bose in the premium wireless earbud market.