Key Takeaways
1. Sony is set to announce its new premium headphones, the WH-1000XM6, following the previous model WH-1000XM5 released in 2022.
2. The WH-1000XM6 has been certified in Singapore, confirming it as a “Wireless Noise Cancelling Stereo Headset” with Bluetooth support.
3. The new model is expected to feature a redesign, including a new hinge, removable earpads, and support for Bluetooth 5.3 and Bluetooth LE Audio.
4. The WH-1000XM6 is anticipated to be launched in the second quarter of this year, likely between April and May, and will come in three colors: river, blue, and black.
5. Key features include 30mm drivers and support for the Qualcomm aptX codec for enhanced audio quality, with potential fast charging capabilities from a MediaTek chipset.
Sony is likely to announce its next line of premium headphones globally in the near future. The company’s last top model, the WH-1000XM5, was released in 2022, and now it seems a new version is on its way. The Sony WH-1000XM6 has recently appeared on a certification platform, giving us some insights.
Sony WH-1000XM6 Certified in Singapore
The upcoming high-end headphones from the Japanese tech giant recently appeared in the IMDA database, a certification body in Singapore (as reported by 91Mobiles). The Sony WH-1000XM6 is identified by the model number YY2984. Although this listing does not provide specifics about its specs or design, it does confirm that it is a “Wireless Noise Cancelling Stereo Headset” that supports Bluetooth technology.
It’s worth remembering that this model number matches the one found in the FCC certification last month, which disclosed more detailed information about the WH-1000XM6. The company seems to be planning a redesign, featuring a new hinge and removable earpads, along with updates to the overall design. The WH-1000XM6 is expected to support Bluetooth 5.3 and Bluetooth LE Audio. Additionally, there are hints that a MediaTek chipset could be the driving force behind these premium headphones, likely offering fast charging capabilities as well.
Anticipated Launch and Features
Sony is projected to reveal the WH-1000XM6 headphones sometime in the second quarter of this year, probably between April and May. Reports suggest that these headphones will come in three color choices: river, blue, and black. They are expected to feature 30mm drivers and support the Qualcomm aptX codec for superior audio quality. That’s all the information available at this point, so keep an eye out for more updates.
