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I would easily replace my AirPods for Sony's XM6 earbuds - if it weren't for one unavoidable issue

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Feed Name: ZDNet Security

Date Published: 2026-02-12

Date Updated: 2026-04-26

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Review of Sony’s WF-1000XM6 earbuds: $330 flagship with a slimmer yet potentially less comfortable design, stronger and more adaptive ANC, smoother and more balanced sound, upgraded processors (QN3e and Integrated Processor V2), improved call mics, and Bluetooth LE Audio (LC3, Auracast) plus extensive app customization. Performance excels in audio quality and low-frequency noise reduction, though mid-to-high frequency attenuation and voice pickup still trail Bose; fit may be problematic for some ear shapes. Recommended for power users; not an urgent upgrade from XM5, with Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2 or Apple AirPods Pro 3 as viable alternatives if comfort or simplicity are priorities.

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