Lots of smart features and noise canceling: Sony WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones cost $ 350
Sony today announced the WH-1000XM4 premium wireless headphones, which are noted to combine the best noise-canceling technology, exceptional sound quality, and a host of smart features.
The novelty belongs to the overhead type. 40-mm emitters with neodymium magnets are used, and the reproducible frequency range extends from 4 Hz to 40 kHz. Connection to a signal source can be carried out via a standard audio jack or via Bluetooth 5.0.
The technology of noise reduction Dual Noise Sensor is implemented. The system picks up ambient noise using four microphones on the ear cups and transmits the data to the QN1 processor, which removes unwanted noise in real-time, taking into account the acoustic characteristics of the environment. A chip with a frequency of 700 times per second evaluates the parameters of music and noise, the acoustic characteristics of the space between the speakers and the auricles and adjusts the sound signal accordingly.
With the Sony Headphones Connect app, you can adjust the surround sound characteristics to cut out noise while still hearing important sounds like train station announcements.
Implemented the Speak-to-Chat function, which will automatically pause the playback when the user starts talking. Adaptive Playback with a presence sensor and dual accelerometers detects when headphones are worn on your head and adapts playback accordingly to conserve battery power.
Work with a voice assistant is supported. During calls, Precise Voice Pickup technology, which uses five built-in microphones and advanced audio processing, improves voice clarity.