Sony introduces the 1000X Collexion headphones, maintaining a sophisticated design at an attractive price.

Sony introduces the 1000X Collexion headphones, maintaining a sophisticated design at an attractive price.

      At a price of $649.99, you can flaunt metal and leather without sacrificing audio quality.

      Sony is marking the 10th anniversary of its renowned 1000X series headphones with the introduction of a new model that emphasizes luxurious aesthetics and premium materials. The result is the 1000X THE COLLEXION noise-cancelling headphones, which can be viewed as the standard WH-1000XM6 headphones dressed in a different style and offered at a higher price point. The new Sony headphones are priced at $649.99 and are available in platinum and black.

      What’s included?

      The label claims that the 1000X Collexion headphones offer studio-quality sound, a trait inherited from the more mainstream WH-1000XM6 headphones. "At the core of 1000X THE COLLEXION is a custom driver unit that features a soft edge and a newly engineered high-rigidity dome made from unidirectional carbon composite material, providing clearer separation of instruments and vocals, more nuanced high-frequency details, and a richer, broader soundstage," the company states. They also come with some unique advantages.

      Sony states that these are the first headphones on the market to feature DSEE Ultimate, which employs AI to enhance compressed music files, allowing for a richer audio experience by recovering details lost in compression. Additionally, they offer the 360 Reality Audio Upmix technology in three modes: music, cinema, and game, creating a more immersive listening experience tailored to your content. Here’s a comprehensive overview of their specifications:

      Model: WH-1000XX/W (Platinum)

      Headphone Type: Closed, Dynamic

      Driver Unit: 30 mm

      Frequency Response (Wired): 4 Hz – 40,000 Hz (IEC) (when connected via the headphone cable with the unit switched on)

      Frequency Response (Bluetooth®): 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling), 20 Hz – 40,000 Hz (LDAC 96 kHz sampling 990 kbps)

      Sensitivity (dB/mW): 103 dB/mW (when connecting via the headphone cable with the unit switched on)

      Impedance (Ohm): 48 ohm (1 kHz) (when connected via the headphone cable with the unit turned on)

      Weight (Approx.): Approx. 320 g

      Bluetooth® Version: BLUETOOTH Specification Version 6.0

      Effective Range: Approx. 10 m

      Frequency Range: 2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz)

      Profile: A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, PBPS

      Supported Audio Format(s): SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC3

      Supported Content Protection: SCMS-TA

      Ambient Sound Mode: Yes

      Quick Attention: Yes

      Battery Charge Method: USB

      Lithium Battery: Yes

      Battery Life (Music Playback): Max. 24 hours (NC ON) / Max. 32 hours (NC OFF)

      Battery Life (Communication): Max. 16 hours (NC ON) / Max. 20 hours (NC OFF)

      Cable Type & Length: Single-sided (detachable), approx. 1.2 m

      Plug: Gold-plated L-shaped stereo mini plug

      What more is there?

      Sony has built its reputation by offering audio gear that excels in noise isolation, and the 1000X THE COLLEXION headphones are no exception. They feature a multi-noise sensing array with 12 mic units and an Adaptive NC Optimizer to effectively cancel external noise, utilizing technology akin to that found in the WH-1000XM6 headphones. Sony also claims a battery life of 24 hours, with just five minutes of charging providing 1.5 hours of music playback.

      Sony points out that for high-resolution audio playback, LDAC support is included, emphasizing that this newest model sets a new standard for audio excellence. The Sony 1000X THE COLLEXION headphones will compete with products like the Apple AirPods Max 2, Bowers & Wilkins Px8, and the second-generation Bose QuietComfort Ultra.

      Nadeem is the Managing Editor at Digital Trends.

      Google showcases Android audio glasses created in partnership with Gentle Monster and Warby Parker

      Set to launch later this year, these smart glasses were designed in collaboration with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster.

      During the I/O 2026 Developer Conference, Google unveiled its forthcoming Gemini-powered Intelligent Eyewear. Built on the Android XR framework, these glasses were developed in partnership with Samsung and Qualcomm, with their design influenced by Gentle Monster and Warby Parker. This collaboration is reminiscent of Meta's partnership with Ray-Ban for smart glasses, which later extended to Oakley.

      Google refers to them as audio glasses as they lack a built-in screen, and most interactions with Gemini will

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Sony introduces the 1000X Collexion headphones, maintaining a sophisticated design at an attractive price.

Sony's new 1000X THE COLLEXION noise-cancelling headphones carry forward the same audio heritage as the WH-1000XM6 headphones, but are presented in a more fashionable design and at a staggering price point.