Wireless and behind-the-neck headphones join noise-cancelling 1000X Sony family

 Noise cancellation¹ in three headphone styles; new form factors in a truly wireless style and behind-the-neck join the around-ear style

 Sony | Headphones Connect app updated with the world’s first² activity-recognising Adaptive Sound Control and Atmospheric Pressure Optimising features

 Adaptive Sound Control detects if users are stationary, walking or riding the bus, and automatically switches to preferred noise cancellation settings for that activity

 Atmospheric Pressure Optimising³ feature analyses the atmospheric pressure of your surroundings to optimise the headphones’ noise cancelling performance

Sony has launched three new variations of wireless headphones with noise cancellation technology in the 1000X series.

The star of the show is the WF-1000X, which is completely free of wires and fits snugly in the ear while incorporating noise cancelling technology⁴. The behind-the-neck style WI-1000X is designed for commuters, and the WH-1000XM2 headband-style premium noise cancellation headphones offer a deeper, longer listening experience and more options to tailor the sound to the environment.

Using the new "Sony | Headphones Connect” app⁵ with the new 1000X headphone series allows for more flexibility in customising the headphones. The world’s first activity recognition Adaptive Sound Control feature offers noise cancellation (NC) and ambient sound preferences to suit different environments. This smart listening experience is realised by Sony’s integrated SENSE ENGINE⁶ technology, designed to provide a personalised experience for all sound, including music and ambient sound, tailored to individual needs.

With the WH-1000XM2 and WI-1000X users also get the world’s first Atmospheric Pressure Optimising³ feature that uses sensors to detect the air pressure around the user and optimise the noise cancellation accordingly. Additionally, an equaliser⁷ allows further tailoring. These smart listening experiences are also realised by Sony’s SENSE ENGINE⁶.

Source: Sony. The WF-1000X offer dynamic sound with 6mm drivers.

Truly wireless minimalism with the WF-1000X

Place the stylish WF-1000X buds comfortably in the ears and go. With a 6mm driver, the sound from these headphones is dynamic despite their miniscule size. As soon as they are taken from the case these headphones automatically power on and connect to the last device they were paired with. Charge the WF-1000X in the charging case to get up to nine hours⁸ of usage.

Source: Sony. The WI-1000X has an intuitive design, including zip-style cable management
and vibration alerts for incoming calls.

WI-1000X for the sophisticated commuter

Behind-the-neck wireless noise cancelling headphones are perfect for the commuter or business traveller, offering up to 10 hours of battery life with wireless noise cancelling turned on. With the world’s first Atmospheric Pressure Optimising³ feature, this pair is perfect for enjoying in-flight entertainment systems via a wired audio connection with noise cancellation for up to 14 hours. The WI-1000X brings functionality and class to your daily life through their intuitive design, including zip-style cable management and vibration alerts for incoming calls.

The hybrid driver unit with BA and 9mm dynamic driver brings the best sound quality to your ears with a multitude of other sound features such as High Resolution Audio, LDAC, DSEE HX and S-Master HX.

Source: Sony. Ideal for travellers, the WH-1000XM2 headphones feature Atmospheric Pressure Optimising³. The technology analyses the surrounding atmospheric pressure and improves noise cancellation performance.

Upgrade to the WH-1000XM2

Benefitting from all the award-winning features of the MDR-1000X and bringing even more to the table, the WH-1000XM2 combines noise-cancelling technology with an Ambient Sound mode, Personal NC Optimiser and Quick Attention mode in this around-ear style.

For frequent flyers the new Atmospheric Pressure Optimising³ feature analyses the surrounding atmospheric pressure and improves noise cancellation performance⁹. Enhanced to last 40 hours with an audio cable, or 30 hours wirelessly, the Quick Charge function gains 70 mins of battery life with just 10 minutes of charging¹⁰.

The companion Sony | Headphones Connect app offers Sony smart features for adaptable listening, utilising the mobile device’s accelerometer sensor to detect activity and adjust music as well as sound settings to best suit the environment.

Interested?

The WF-1000X, WI-1000X and WH-1000XM2 will be available in Singapore from mid-September 2017. The WF-1000X, WI-1000X and WH-1000XM2 will be available at S$349, S$449 and S$549 respectively. Preorder the WF-1000X, WI-1000X and WH-1000XM2 from 2 to 14 September 2017 at Sony Stores (Wisma Atria, 313@Somerset, Bugis Junction, IMM and nex Shopping Mall), Sony Centres (Woodlands Domestic Electrical and V3 Audio Video), Connect IT and Stereo Electronics to receive a free Porter International travel pouch worth S$89.

1 As of August 31st 2017. According to research by Sony Corporation, measured using JEITA-compliant guidelines. In headband, behind-the-neck, and truly wireless style of wireless noise cancelling headphones market.

2 As of August 31st 2017. According to research by Sony Corporation.

3 Available on the WH-1000XM2 and WI-1000X only.

4 Among truly wireless style headphones.

5 Compatible with Android 4.4 or later. iOS 9.0 or later and compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

6 SENSE ENGINE is an integrated technology of Sony’s unique audio signal processing and analysing techniques. This technology provides an individualised experience for every single sound, including music and ambient sound, tailored to each user's preferences. SENSE ENGINE is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

7 Equaliser function will be available for WF-1000X in October 2017 with update of the app

8 Three hours of battery life per charge. The carry case can charge the WF-1000X 2x over.

9 A Bluetooth connection is needed.

10 The policy for usage of Bluetooth devices while in-flight may vary across airlines.