Sony released two kinds of headphones: comfortable noise-reducing LinkBuds S and dual-core noise-reducing flagship WH- 1000XM5.

On May 19, 2022, Sony (China) Co., Ltd. released two masterpieces, namely, the comfortable in-ear noise-reducing true wireless headset Link Buds and the flagship noise-reducing headset WH- 1000XM5 driven by dual cores, which meet the various needs of users in their work and life and provide more choices for listening to life.

As the lightest * 1 in Sony's history, the smallest and most comfortable in-ear noise-reducing earphone, the weight of LinkBuds' earphone is only about 4.8g Thanks to Sony's famous noise-reducing technology and transparent ambient sound mode, combined with excellent high-resolution sound quality performance, the new product fully explains the product development concept of LinkBuds series, which allows users to immerse themselves in their own world and interact with the outside world under the comfortable experience of wearing for a long time.

Sony's new flagship WH- 1000XM5, which was unveiled together, is equipped with an integrated processor V 1, a high-definition noise reduction processor QN 1 dual-core driver, and eight microphones. It has strong performance and pushes the noise reduction level to a new height. At the same time, expressive high-resolution sound quality, high-quality call effect, combined with comfortable integrated design and convenient intelligent control experience, people can wander in the wonderful sound world without noise interference.

Soni comfortable in-ear true wireless noise reduction headphones LinkBuds S (left)

And dual-core driving headset WH- 1000XM5 (right)

With the rapid development of mobile intelligent life, users' demand for wearable devices such as headphones is becoming more and more personalized and diversified. Not only do you need to be comfortable to wear for a long time, but you also need to be free from noisy environment when you concentrate on listening, and you need to respond to the outside world quickly and continuously. With years of hard work and technical accumulation in the audio field, Sony is committed to tapping the unlimited potential of headphones, constantly meeting the personalized and diversified needs of users, making the headphones that accompany you better understand your heart and make the listening experience better and more comfortable.

Sony brings more choices to listening to life.

Comfortable in-ear noise reduction is a kind of wireless earphone, and Link Buds keeps beautiful sound.

Know your long-lasting wearing needs, so noise reduction should be comfortable enough.

From commuting to listening to music, sports or playing games after work, wearing headphones for a long time has gradually become everyone's "just need". But it is difficult to put it on and take it off. Wearing it for a long time will aggravate the oppression on the ear canal. Headphones often make modern people love and hate.

As Sony's lightest * 1 true wireless noise-reducing earphone, Link Buds single ear weighs only about 4. 8g, light and compact. By analyzing a large number of research data, the designer finally deduced the ear cavity shape design that can adapt to most users. Skin-friendly high-friction material, coupled with the structural design with inward center of gravity, makes it more stable to wear. For heavy users of headphones, it is also comfortable and light to wear for a long time, and it is easy to enjoy a variety of application scenarios.

Link Buds is light in weight and comfortable to wear.

The well-known noise reduction technology in the industry enables Link Buds to reduce noise and realize a transparent new experience.

In order to better enhance users' listening experience in public or outdoor environment, mini Link Buds is also equipped with a brand-new integrated processor V 1 chip, which is the same as the flagship noise-reducing true wireless headset W F- 1000XM4, and adopts SiP system-level packaging technology, which greatly reduces the size of the circuit board. It absorbs and improves the excellent noise reduction performance of HD noise reduction processor QN 1e, and produces anti-phase noise against the noise in the environment. It has stronger noise processing ability and higher noise reduction accuracy, and saves energy and electricity. At the same time, Link Buds wraps the internal microphone through grid design, which effectively reduces the influence of wind noise on listening.

A brand-new integrated processor V 1 chip with the same model as the noise reduction flagship.

Grid design wraps the microphone to reduce wind noise.

At the same time, Link Buds adopts AI adaptive voice control function, which can automatically detect the user's activity status and location after being turned on, identify frequent places such as offices, gyms or shops, automatically switch preset ambient sounds and noise reduction schemes, and manually switch 20 levels of ambient sounds, easily realizing intelligent switching of multiple scenes. Whether you are alone or in public space, Sony uses black technology to empower Link Buds headphones, and with the industry-renowned noise reduction strength, you can easily cope with various scenes, freely shuttle between the domestic and foreign worlds, and always stay online.

Link Buds supports AI adaptive voice control, and can also manually switch 20 levels of ambient sound.

The new product follows the concept of environmental sound transparency of LinkBuds series. Turn on ambient sound mode. When you are listening to music, talking on the phone, having an online meeting or playing games, you can also pay close attention to the external voice, feel and respond to the changes in the surrounding environment in time, and freely shuttle between the internal and external worlds without wearing it.

LinkBuds, which everyone talks about, adopts ring design to transmit transparent environmental sound. Link Buds' newly released ambient sound mode, with the help of a powerful microphone, makes the surrounding sound clear and audible by increasing the collection of ambient sound, bringing an ambient sound experience like an open earphone and meeting the needs of users who are always online.

Wearing headphones can also communicate with the surrounding area conveniently.

Hi-res Wireless has high-resolution sound quality and enjoys beautiful music.

In pursuit of better sound quality, Sony has never stopped. Link Buds adopts 5mm drive unit, high flexible diaphragm and strong low frequency. The new product is equipped with integrated processor V 1 chip, better amplifier and digital-to-analog converter (DAC) with higher signal-to-noise ratio, showing more sound details and finer sound quality. Despite its small size, Link Buds has been certified by Hi-Res Audio Wireless for its excellent tri-band performance with Sony's advanced audio hardware technology and LDAC Bluetooth transmission technology *3*4. DSEE Extreme TM*5 (Advanced Edition of Digital Sound Enhancement Engine) creates a richer and fuller listening experience by improving the quality of digital audio in real time.

In addition, users can freely adjust the equalizer by connecting the headset to App*6, and they can also choose the bass enhancement function of clear bass to improve the sound atmosphere and low-frequency flexibility, which is quite playable in the listening experience. Sony, which is small in size and high in energy, never compromises in sound quality exploration, endows LinkBuds with excellent high-frequency, medium-frequency and low-frequency performance, and makes users who need to be online at all times feel the charm of high sound quality.

Schematic diagram of internal composition of high-resolution audio wireless gold standard authentication link bud

DNN technology escort, call sound quality is clearer.

In the call scenario, Link Buds is equipped with deep neural network technology (DNN), which can adapt to different call scenarios by learning a large number of samples. Through the judgment of different sounds during the call, the environmental noise is filtered and the human voice is preserved, so as to obtain the high-definition call quality. At the same time, the new product adopts double microphone design, the inner microphone is used to improve the clarity of human voice, and the outer microphone adopts special wind-resistant noise design. When talking or reducing noise, it can effectively reduce the harsh wind noise. If you talk on the phone while walking under the windy sky, you can easily deal with it and get clear call quality.

Link Buds call quality is clearer.

Intelligent control, integrated interaction, unlock more listening experience.

Intelligent no-pick * 7 dialogue function is one of the black technologies developed by Sony. Turn on the "Smart Pick-Free" *7 function on the APP. When the user speaks, the Link Buds headset will automatically pause playing; By default, the concert will resume playing 15 seconds after the call, which is quite convenient when both hands are too busy to find the playing interface. At the same time, the sensor built in the earphone can monitor the wearing state of the earphone. Take off the headphones and the concert will be automatically suspended, which can effectively save electricity. The newly upgraded microphone system can also intelligently adjust the amount of sound captured, so that users can hear their own voices more clearly when speaking, and the dialogue is more natural.

Sony attaches great importance to and cares about users' hearing health. Now, the "safe listening" function has been added in the headset connection APP*6. After the user turns on this function in the APP, the earphone will record the sound pressure (volume level) when using the earphone, and compare it with the data in the World Health Organization guide to check the safety of listening volume. When it approaches or exceeds the listening limit recommended by WHO, it will be notified by the application to remind users to pay attention to the volume adjustment.

Linkbuds intelligent control, know you better.

As a member of the LinkBuds family, LinkBuds continues to support the function of calling Tencent Xiao Wei * 8 voice assistant with one click. After the user turns on the "quick access" function, he can automatically call the QQ music APP to play the preset content. Users of BRAVIA XR TM TV and wireless transmitter WLA-NS7 (sold separately) can also enjoy Dolby panoramic sound through Link Buds and experience the high-quality enjoyment of audio-visual synchronization.

Long battery life * 9 IPX4 waterproof * 1 0, help always online.

Users with heavy headphones generally have high requirements for battery life. When Link Buds is fully charged, it can be used for about 6 hours at a time, and the battery life of the charging box can reach about 20 hours, which can basically meet the daily needs of one day. Link Buds supports fast charging. When using it, I temporarily found that the battery was insufficient. Charge for 5 minutes, and you can use about 1 hour. Charging 10 minute can take about 90 minutes. It also supports IPX4 waterproof * 1 0. In the future, it will also support low-power Bluetooth audio *11for work, sports and games. Link Buds supports a variety of daily needs, helping you to easily shuttle through various scenarios.

In addition to white and black, LinkBuds has also introduced a new light brown, which brings more choices to fashion users.

Link bud supports IP X4 waterproof * 10, and the rhythm is more exciting.

Link Buds has three colors, so you can wear them at will.

The new flagship WH- 1000XM 5 with dual-core drive for noise reduction enjoys a quiet world.

Dual-core driver, assisted by 8 microphones, feel the flagship potential energy in the noise reduction flagship.

In order to build Sony's new flagship for noise reduction, Sony equipped WH- 1000XM5 with dual chips and eight microphones. Six external microphones will first transmit the ambient noise to the high-performance integrated processor V 1 for processing, and the processed data will be sent to the high-definition noise reduction processor QN 1 to accurately generate an inverse curve to cancel the noise. Two internal feedback microphones are responsible for detecting the residual noise near the ear canal and reducing the noise again through the integrated processor V 1. Through the cooperation of the two cores, the low-frequency noise is actively reduced, and the noise reduction performance of middle and high frequencies such as call sound is improved, so that the noise reduction performance of headphones is outstanding. At the same time, the new product supports 20-level controllable ambient sound mode and AI noise reduction, which can automatically switch the ambient sound level according to the user's behavior mode, and can also automatically optimize the noise reduction effect according to the user's wearing situation and ambient air pressure, reducing the interference of various noises in travel, work or public space, and making people immersed in the wonderful music world.

WH- 1000XM5 adopts high-performance integrated processor V 1, high-definition and noise reduction processor QN 1, and is equipped with 8 microphones.

Uncompromising sound quality experience/the charm of kloc-0/000x series high-resolution sound quality.

Sony has newly developed a 30mm diaphragm for WH- 1000XM5, which is made of high-rigidity and low-weight carbon fiber, presenting a dynamic low frequency with a high frequency of 40kHz, bringing users exquisite details and rich expressiveness. Even, the audio circuit has a sophisticated upgrade. The circuit of WH- 1000XM5 adopts a new generation of Walkman NW- WM 1ZM2 technology, and the circuit layout is optimized for the excellent DAC and amplifier of two chips, so that the details of sound quality can be fully displayed. Headphone WH- 1000XM5 inherits Sony's advanced audio hardware technology and LDAC Bluetooth transmission technology *3*4, presenting Hi-Res sound quality comparable to wired connection, bringing a pleasant experience of high-quality wireless transmission. DSEE ExtremeTM*5 (Advanced Edition of Digital Sound Enhancement Engine) creates a richer and fuller listening experience by improving the quality of digital audio in real time. Combine Sony's leading noise reduction technology and excellent sound quality, and adopt a brand-new design language to create an immersive high-resolution listening experience.

WH- 1000XM5 brings Hi-Res high-resolution sound quality performance to users.

Equipped with DNN technology and beamforming technology, it makes the call more worry-free.

WH- 1000XM5 noise-reducing headphones not only have deep neural network learning technology (DNN), but also are equipped with beamforming technology. Thanks to the deep neural network learning technology, the headset accurately eliminates the environmental noise during the call with high-quality algorithms and retains the call voice; Beamforming technology is to accurately synthesize human voice through four microphones, filter out environmental noise and weaken harsh wind noise. The combination of DNN technology and beamforming technology makes the call quality further.

DNN and other technologies are escorted, and the call is clearer.

Brand-new integrated design optimizes quality details from the inside out.

WH- 1000XM5 adopts a brand-new design language, which makes the whole earphone body more concise. The leather at the earmuffs and headbeam adopts the newly designed "soft decompression leather", which is more comfortable to wear. The design of silent rotating shaft and stepless slider not only gives consideration to the design sense, but also reduces the sound interference caused by manual adjustment. Sony organically combines the core technology and design concept from the inside out, optimizes the quality details, and makes users feel the wonderful experience of listening to alcohol and enjoying the quiet world. In addition, the storage box can be folded, which is very portable for users who need to travel frequently.

Brand-new head beam design, brand-new earmuffs material, only for a better experience.

Intelligent and convenient control, getting to know you better and better.

WH- 1000XM5 retains the highly respected intelligent control of the previous generation, so that the products can understand you better. WH- 1000XM5 will automatically pause the content when it detects that the user is on the phone after the headset turns on the smart no-pick * 7 function, making the call easier. In addition, WH- 1000XM5 is also equipped with AI adaptive voice control function, which can freely switch the ambient sound level or turn on different noise reduction modes. The new online "safe listening" will escort the user's listening volume. WH- 1000XM5 also supports one-click calling of Tencent Xiao Wei * 8 voice assistant, and supports "quick access" function. In terms of endurance performance, it brings new fast charging compatibility to users. Buy another PD fast charger and charge it for 3 minutes, which will last about 3 hours * 1 2 * 1 3. The total duration of noise reduction is about 30 hours * 1 2 * 1 3, and the life of noise reduction can be as long as about 40 hours * 1 2 * 1 3, which is more convenient and secure to use.

Intelligent control, convenient and worry-free

Adopting environmental protection materials and practicing the concept of sustainable development

Sony has always paid attention to environmental protection and advocated sustainable development. The outer packaging of these two new products are made of plastic-free materials, of which Link Buds is made of green original mixed materials, and WH- 1000XM5 packaging materials also contain no plastic materials, mainly using green packaging materials such as bamboo, sugarcane and recycled paper. While listening to wonderful music, you can continue to contribute to environmental protection.

Environmental protection packaging protects the green earth.

It has always been Sony's insistence to gain a deep insight into consumers' personalized and diversified needs, innovate and break through constantly, and bring a new listening experience. Sony uses the power of science and technology to make headphones a necessity for smart mobile life, and freely shuttles in various scenes, making ears more comfortable to wear, more comfortable to sound and more beautiful to listen to. Sony comfortable in-ear wireless noise-reducing earphone LINK BUDS and dual-core driving flagship earphone WH- 1000XM5 will be launched in the near future. For more product details, please visit Sony China Online Mall, Sony China official Weibo, official WeChat official account and Sony Store direct store.

* 1. According to Sony's internal test results, the data ends in May 2022.

*2. The noise reduction function is effective in the low frequency range, such as airplanes, trains or offices (near air conditioners, etc.). ), but the effect on higher frequencies is relatively insignificant, such as human voice.

*3. Ordinary Bluetooth refers to Bluetooth A2DP SBC (328kbps, 44. 1kHz), and LDAC can choose different transmission speeds according to your wireless environment. Only when two devices that need Bluetooth connection have LDAC technology function at the same time can LDAC transmission function be realized.

*4. Due to the characteristics of Bluetooth headset, the electromagnetic interference in this area may lead to disconnection. Based on the nature of wireless technology, when the device performs the display function and transmits the Bluetooth sound signal at the same time, the audio signal and the video signal may be "delayed", that is, the sound and the picture are not synchronized.

*5. Activate DSEE Extreme TM through Sony | Headphone Connection Application *4.

*6. Please update to the new application version.

*7. By default, the concert will resume playing 15 seconds after the intelligent no-pick conversation ends. Use Sony | Headphones Connect App*6 to customize this interval.

*8. Please update Tencent Xiao Wei application to the latest version. Android software 1. 10.0.79 version /ios software 1. 10.0 version and above.

*9. Depending on the codec and usage, the usage time may be shortened; Depending on the usage, the charging time and usage time may be different.

* 10. Prevent water from splashing on this equipment from all aspects, excluding the sound tube (sound output tube), ventilation hole and microphone hole (2 positions) of the earphone. The charging box does not support IPX4 waterproof.

* 1 1. The low-power Bluetooth audio (music audio) has been realized for the time being, and users can experience it only after the above functions are realized through the subsequent earphone software upgrade.

* 12. Please be sure to use the attached USB Type-C cable. The charging time and usage time may vary according to the usage.

* 13. USB PD power adapter is required. WH- 1000XM5 does not come with a power adapter.