Tech review #1: Sony WH-1000XM6
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We put the Sony WH-1000XM6 through real-world testing over several weeks, scoring it on build, performance and value. Here’s where it lands.
Pros
- Best-in-class noise cancelling
- Comfortable for all-day wear
- Excellent call quality
Cons
- Expensive at list price
- No more flat-folding
8
Unbias score
The noise-cancelling king, dethroned only by its own price.
The XM6 is the most complete pair of travel headphones you can buy in 2026 — class-leading ANC, a comfier clamp, and the cleanest call quality in the category. Buy it on a deal, not at list.
