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Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones

The Sony WH-1000XM6 is the headphone the XM5 should have been — and then some. Sony's new HD Noise Canceling Processor QN3 is seven times faster than the QN1 chip in the XM5, and it drives a 12-microphone array that delivers genuinely next-level ANC performance. Background noise on flights, trains, and open-plan offices is practically erased. Sound quality takes another step forward too, with improved driver tuning that delivers tighter bass, more detailed mids, and a wider soundstage that makes everything from orchestral recordings to hip-hop sound superb. Crucially, Sony has brought back the foldable design that XM4 fans loved and XM5 owners missed — the cups fold down into a compact hard case that's far more travel-friendly. At 255g, they're comfortable enough for all-day wear without hotspots. Battery life remains at 30 hours with ANC, and the quick-charge feature gives you 3 hours of playback from just 3 minutes of charging. LDAC and multipoint Bluetooth are present, and the Sony Headphones Connect app remains the best companion app in the business. At A$699, they're a significant step up in price from the outgoing XM5, but the improvements across the board justify the premium for anyone who wants the absolute best.