Sony leak suggests it's rebooting some of its best ever headphones to compete with Bose and Sennheiser — but I'm not sure the predicted price is going to be cheap enough
A Sony leak suggests it's preparing to launch a new, more affordable version of its legendary WH-1000XM4 headphones to better compete in the ANC headphone sector.
Sony is reportedly preparing to launch a new, more affordable version of its highly-regarded WH-1000XM4 headphones in response to competition from Bose, Sennheiser, and other Chinese audio firms. The new model, tentatively named the WH-1000XM4C, is expected to have a similar design to the current WH-1000XM4, Bluetooth 6.0, and a battery life of 27 hours with active noise cancellation (ANC) and 34 hours without.
The device is also anticipated to weigh 253 grams (8.9 ounces) and feature 40mm drivers with a frequency range of 4 to 40,000Hz. However, the cost of the new WH-1000XM4C is expected to be around $290 / £215 / AU$410, which is significantly lower than the original price of $349 / £349 / AU$549. This competitive pricing could make the new Sony headphones a more accessible option for audiophiles looking for reliable noise cancellation technology.
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