Comfortably and conveniently isolate yourself with your favorite audio with these WI-1000XM2 Noise-Canceling Wireless In-Ear Headphones from Sony. Dual microphones are aimed behind and in front of you to capture as much ambient sound as possible. The built-in QN1 chip actively filters out this distracting noise and provides 32-bit signal processing and a built-in DAC so you're only left with clear audio. Angled eartips and a fully adjustable silicone neckband make listening longer more enjoyable, and the neckband design always keeps your earbuds handy.

The quality of the audio the WI-1000XM2 Bluetooth headphones produce is engineered to be exceptional. An HD hybrid driver system utilizes 8.9mm dynamic drivers and a matched balanced armature to reproduce everything from natural highs to powerful bass. The headphones support Hi-Res Audio to play-back music that's true to the original recording, and DSEE HX technology upscales any of your compressed library files to help make them sound their best.

8.9mm Drivers + Balanced Armatures    Up to 10 Hours of Playback    Active Noise-Canceling    32-Bit Signal Processing & Built-In DAC    Hi-Res Audio & DSEE HX Support    Supports Playback on Flights    Adaptive Sound Control    Built-In Mic for Hands-Free Calls    Support for Google Assistant & Alexa    NFC Bluetooth Pairing

You get up to 10 hours of battery life on a full charge, but if you're in a rush, a quick 10-minute charge will give you up to 80 minutes of playback time.

You can wear the WI-1000XM2 almost anywhere—even on airplanes—thanks to Sony's Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing technology, which makes the headphones compatible with high altitudes.

With the Sony Headphones Connect app, you can use Sony's Adaptive Sound Control and Sense Engine to automatically adjust ambient sound settings based on your situation. You can also customize the settings manually. Adaptive Sound Control can detect whether you're traveling, walking, or waiting. While traveling, background noise is eliminated. While walking, enjoy your music but still hear some sounds around you so you're safe and aware. While waiting, background noise is minimized but you'll still be able to hear important announcements.

This app lets you adjust the volume of background sounds and also provides an equalizer to adjust audio levels for your music.

With Amazon Alexa built-in and support for Google Assistant, the WI-1000XM2 headphones give you the ability to speak voice commands to them on your mobile devices. Get information, turn-by-turn navigation, notifications, manage audio playback, and more. The built-in microphone that allows this also provides the ability for you to make hands-free calls when paired with your smartphone.

Manual controls are built into one of the cables connecting an earbud to the neckband. These controls let you adjust audio volume and switch between music and phone calls. There's an additional customizable button you can program if there's a favorite feature you can't live without.

The backs of each earbuds are magnetic and snap together to keep them untangled when not in use.

You can manually pair these headphones with a Bluetooth-compatible device for wireless listening, or you can use NFC pairing if supported. With NFC pairing all you have to do is tap your device to the headphones to quickly pair them.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. will this block the frequencies of construction noise (from next door)? metal on metal saws, drills, etc

A: The Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Canceling Wireless Over-Ear Headphones (Black) BH #SOWH1000XM5B is noise canceling when something is playing. If the headphones are just on, it will only muffle some of the sound but not block it completely.

Q: 2. Are these a good option for movie/tv watching? Is there any delay?

A: The Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Canceling Wireless Over-Ear Headphones (Black) BH #SOWH1000XM5B would be a very good headphone to use while watching TV.

Q: 3. Would these be acceptable to use in a professional studio?

A: No, they are not. They will color the sound and the noise cancelling will give a false sense of what you are editing.

Q: 4. Could you wear these at night to block out snoring?

A: You could certainly try, but they might not be comfortable for all night sleeping.

Q: 5. Do these models connect well with like iMac(2020), MacBook Pro(2014) as well?

A: Yes, the Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-Ear Headphones (Black) BH #SOWH1000XM4B are compatible with Apple Computers.

Q: 6. Does the ANC work with a wired connection like in-flight movies or with an older MP3 player?

A: Yes, the Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Canceling Wireless Over-Ear Headphones (Black) BH #SOWH1000XM5B works with ANC when using wired mode.

Q: 7. Are the earcups larger than the XM2 model?

A: The Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-Ear Headphones being the same size for the earcup as the XM2 model.

Q: 8. does this come with a carrying case?

A: The Sony WH-1000XM5 Noise-Canceling Wireless Over-Ear Headphones (Black), BH # SOWH1000XM5B, includes a collapsible carrying case.

Q: 9. Can these be used with the analog cord if the battery is dead?

A: The Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless Noise-Canceling Over-Ear Headphones (Black), BH # SOWH1000XM4B, will function passively with the included audio cable when the internal battery is depleted. Powered features like ANC , Bluetooth, microphone will not be available if the battery is depleted.

Q: 10. Do these go any louder than the Bose QC35?

A: The sensitivity on the Bose QC 35ii is 100 dB(decibels), the Sony 1000XM4 has a sensitivity of 105dB so it requires less power and goes up slightly louder