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

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

      At a price of $649.99 each, you receive metal and leather aesthetics without any sacrifice in audio quality.

      Sony is commemorating the 10th anniversary of its renowned 1000X series of headphones through the introduction of a new model, emphasizing premium appearances and high-quality materials. The result is the 1000X THE COLLEXION noise-canceling headphones. Consider them as the traditional WH-1000XM6 headphones, but dressed differently and with a steeper price tag. The new Sony headphones retail for $649.99 and are available in platinum and black finishes.

      What’s included?

      Sony claims these headphones deliver studio-quality sound, a distinction inherited from the popular WH-1000XM6 headphones. “At the core of 1000X THE COLLEXION is a custom driver unit featuring a soft edge and a newly designed high-rigidity dome made from unidirectional carbon composite material, providing clearer separation between instruments and vocals, more intricate high-frequency detail, and a fuller, broader soundstage,” the company explains. They also incorporate several unique features.

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      According to Sony, these are the first headphones to offer DSEE Ultimate, which employs AI to enhance compressed music files and provide more detailed audio by recuperating the details lost during compression. They also include the 360 Reality Audio Upmix technology in three variations—music, cinema, and game—to create a more immersive listening experience tailored to your chosen content. Here’s an in-depth look at 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 headphone cable with unit powered 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 connected via headphone cable with unit powered on)

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

      Weight (Approx.): 320 g

      Bluetooth® Version: BLUETOOTH Specification Version 6.0

      Effective Range: Approximately 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 else?

      Sony has established itself as a leader in wearable audio devices that excel in noise isolation, and the 1000X THE COLLEXION headphones uphold this reputation. They feature a multi-noise sensing system utilizing 12 microphone units and an Adaptive NC Optimizer to eliminate external noise (QN3 + V3 processors, which sound familiar?), a technology borrowed from the WH-1000XM6 headphones. Sony also touts a battery life of 24 hours, with a mere five minutes of charging providing 1.5 hours of music playback.

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      Furthermore, Sony highlights that for high-resolution audio playback, LDAC support is included, emphasizing that its latest model sets a new standard for audio quality. The Sony 1000X THE COLLEXION headphones will compete against models such as the Apple AirPods Max 2, Bowers & Wilkins Px8, and the second-gen Bose QuietComfort Ultra.

      Nadeem is the Managing Editor at Digital Trends.

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

      Designed in partnership with Warby Parker and Gentle Monster, the smart glasses are expected to launch later this year.

      At the I/O 2026 Developer Conference, Google provided a first look at the upcoming Gemini-powered Intelligent Eyewear. Built on the Android XR framework, these glasses were developed in collaboration with Samsung and Qualcomm, while Gentle Monster and Warby Parker influenced the design. This collaborative approach mirrors Meta's strategy, which began with a partnership with Ray-Ban and later extended to Oakley.

      Google refers to these as audio glasses because they lack a built-in screen, and

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

Sony's latest 1000X THE COLLEXION noise-cancelling headphones share the same audio heritage as the WH-1000XM6 headphones, but come in a more fashionable design and at a striking price point.