Sony WH-1000XM6
The latest iteration of Sony's flagship noise-cancelling series, featuring enhanced AI processing and a refined, ultra-lightweight frame.
Price
£335.16
Editorial rating
5.0 / 5
Last price check
16/01/2026 10:08
Part of the weekly drop
Best Tech And Home Accessories: Sony XM5, Dyson Hair Care, And Smart Pet Gear | Vol. 6
This product was featured in Vol. 06, alongside other human-picked finds with the same slightly obsessive editorial energy.
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Editorial take
Why we picked it
I've reached a point in my life where the sound of a boiling kettle or a neighbor's leaf blower feels like a personal affront. These brand-new XM6s are the Hero of my daily carry because they've effectively turned the rest of the world onto 'mute' with even more surgical precision than the last lot.
It's a bit like wearing a high-tech sensory deprivation tank on your head, minus the salt water and existential dread.
If you see me in the supermarket looking vacant while someone tries to pass with a trolley, just know I'm currently front-row at a Glastonbury set that only I can hear.
Detailed verdict
The full review
The Irresistible
- The noise cancellation is so aggressive it could probably silence a rowdy pub on match day, which is a blessing for my frayed nerves.
- The new drivers deliver a soundstage so crisp it makes my old MP3s feel like they've been through a car wash and come out sparkling.
The Clever Part
- They've refined the "noiseless" design even further, making them so light I occasionally forget I'm wearing them until I try to pull a jumper over my head.
- The AI-driven transparency mode is scarily good; it filters out the hum of a jet engine but lets me hear exactly how much the barista is judging my syrup order.
The Fine Print
- They still don't fold down into a tiny ball, so you're still lugging around a protective case that takes up half your commuter bag.
- The multi-point connection is brilliant until your laptop decides to override your phone to play a notification sound at 100 decibels.
The Reality Check
- If you have a slightly larger noggin, the sleek new headband design still has a tendency to feel a bit "clinchy" after a long-haul flight.
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