Sony has released the WH-1000XM4C, a refreshed version of its popular 2020 WH-1000XM4 headphones, priced at $300. The update adds Bluetooth 6.0, a 10-band equalizer with gaming EQ, a new lavender color option, and revised sound tuning, while keeping the same QN1 noise-canceling chip and four-microphone array. Battery life drops slightly to 27 hours from the original's 30, and Sony launched it alongside two new midrange models, the WH-CH730N and WH-CH530.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-07
Beyerdynamic has released the Aventho Y headphones, priced at $150 and available in four colors, boasting up to 90 hours of playback with noise cancellation off and 60 hours with it on. The headphones feature a five-minute quick charge for six hours of use, Bluetooth 6.0 multipoint connectivity, and user-replaceable batteries and ear cushions for easier repairs.
engadget.com
· 2026-09-03
Sonos has introduced the Ace Ultra, a premium successor to its Ace noise-canceling headphones priced at $449. The new model features Sonos-designed 40mm drivers, upgraded adaptive noise cancellation, a 10-microphone array, and Headphone Engine 2, which enables direct one-button linking to a user's Sonos system. Preorders open now, with shipping starting September 29 in black, soft white, agave and sand colorways.
cnet.com
· 2026-09-01
Shokz has launched the OpenFit Air 2, an open-ear earbud that weighs about 17 percent less than its predecessor at 7.2g per bud. The earbuds feature an ear-hook design, upgraded bass technology via Bassphere and OpenBass 2.0, Bluetooth 6.1 with multipoint support, and up to 36 hours of combined battery life with the charging case. They launch August 27 for $130, alongside a companion release, the OpenRun Air 2, aimed at runners with a bone-conduction design.
engadget.com
· 2026-08-24
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