Sony just gave me a compelling reason to put my AirPods and Bose headphones away

ZDNET reviews Sony's Adaptive Sound Control, highlighting its ability to automatically switch audio modes (ANC, transparency) based on user movement and location, and to apply customized ambient sound levels and EQ per listening zone; the feature is tied to a Sony account and applies across registered devices, requires initial setup, and is praised as a convenient, behavior-driven alternative to manual controls used by competitors.