Key Takeaways
1. The WH-1000XM6 headphones will be released on May 15, following leaks from Amazon Spain.
2. A new product announcement from Sony is scheduled for May 15 at 16:00 UTC.
3. Pricing for the WH-1000XM6 is expected to be €449.99 to €469.99 in Europe, £399.99 in the UK, and $449.99 in the US.
4. The headphones will be available in multiple color options: Black, Midnight Blue, and Platinum Silver.
5. The WH-1000XM6 will feature a new folding design, an updated carrying case, and possibly relocated touch volume controls.
Sony has officially announced the release date for the WH-1000XM6 headphones, just two days after revealing when it will launch the successor to last year’s Xperia 1 VI, which is currently priced at $1,049.99 on Amazon. The WH-1000XM6 is set to be available starting May 15, aligning with an earlier leak from an Amazon Spain listing.
Upcoming Announcement Details
For now, Sony has only disclosed that a ‘new product announcement’ is planned for May 15 at 16:00 UTC. While the company hasn’t provided a clear hint about what this ‘new product’ is, The Walkman Blog has shared more details through its recent leak, shedding light on what we can expect.
Specs and Pricing Information
As a reminder, Amazon Spain revealed almost all the hardware specifications last week. Shortly after, a Reddit account shared the first image of the WH-1000XM6. Additionally, Dealabs indicated that the pricing for these headphones might range between €449.99 and €469.99 in the Eurozone. In comparison, the WH-1000XM6 is expected to be sold in the UK and the US for £399.99 and $449.99, respectively.
Color Options and Design Features
There are also persistent claims that Sony will release the WH-1000XM6 in several color options, including Black, Midnight Blue, and Platinum Silver. The Walkman Blog has confirmed this by leaking more than a dozen product images, which are included below. These images showcase the headphones’ new folding design, an updated carrying case, and possibly relocated touch volume controls. For further details, check out the images below.
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