The Sony WF-1000XM5 wireless earbuds have arrived. Sony promises better active noise canceling (ANC), sound quality, and call quality in a smaller package than before. These earbuds are among the most anticipated headphones of 2023, and they live up to that billing with a more comfortable design, albeit with a higher price tag, too.The sound quality on the WF-1000XM5 is excellent, thanks to the newly designed Dynamic Driver X that delivers clear highs and rich bass with low distortion. They support High-Resolution Audio Wireless through LDAC and DSEE Extreme for improved music quality. The 360 Reality Audio technology creates a more immersive feeling while listening to music. The earbuds also have head-tracking technology that adjusts the sound based on your head movements.The Sony WF-1000XM5 house two new chips: the V2 and QN2e chips. The V2 chip improves Sony’s ANC with faster real-time processing that complements the HD Noise Canceling Processor QN2e. The QN2e also serves as a higher-quality DAC that enables 24-bit signal processing.
The battery life is impressive, offering up to 8 hours of playback on a single charge. A quick 3-minute charge gives you 60 minutes of playtime. You can also charge them wirelessly using Qi technology.Other features include Auto Play for hands-free listening, support for popular music platforms like Spotify and Apple Music, and spatial sound technology for an immersive gaming experience. Sony’s signature features like Adaptive Sound Control and Speak-to-Chat are also included, along with Multipoint Connect for simultaneous pairing with two Bluetooth devices. The earbuds are water-resistant with an IPX4 rating, and they are made with recycled plastic materials, showcasing Sony’s commitment to the environment.
