Sony WF-1000XM4 wireless stereo (TWS) earphones have been launched in India. The leading earbuds from Sony are among the first to have a TWS form to install enhanced Bluetooth codec for LDAC, and have other important features such as active audio canceling and app support. Launched worldwide in June 2021 as a replacement for the Sony WF-1000XM3 earbuds, the new genuine earphones compete with premium options from Apple, Samsung, and Jabra, among others.
Price of Sony WF-1000XM4 in India, availability
The new Sony WF-1000XM4 has a value of Rs. 19,990 in India and will be available for purchase from January 16 at all Sony online and offline channels - including Sony Center and Sony Exclusive stores, supermarkets, ShopatSC website, and other commerce.
For this price, the Sony WF-1000XM4 competes directly with Apple AirPods Pro and Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro, among others. As mentioned, the new TWS earbuds are the success of the Sony WF-1000XM3 launched in India in 2020 and currently has an estimated value of Rs. 15,000 in India.
Sony WF-1000XM4 specification, features
An important feature of the Sony WF-1000XM4 that makes earbuds stand out from the competition is the support of the LDAC Bluetooth codec, which is rare among TWS earphones. With this, the Sony WF-1000XM4 promises better audio quality with improved LDAC data transfer rates, and could take better advantage of high-resolution audio tracks from live streaming services such as Apple Music and Tidal.
Apart from this, the Sony WF-1000XM4 also has active audio cancellation with flexible audio controller, USB Type-C and Qi wireless charger, and app support via Sony Headphones Connect. Features such as Speak-to-Chat mode and Quick Attention, also seen on Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones, are also available on Sony WF-1000XM4.
Sony WF-1000XM4 earphones are powered by the company's Integrated Processor V1, which allows for effective audio cancellation and LDAC Bluetooth codec processing. There is also support for Sony's 360 Reality Audio audio format, as well as the full 32-hour battery life required for active audio cancellation. Fast charging promises up to 60 minutes of charging time of five minutes, and the ears are water-repellent IPX4. Google Fast Pair is supported on Android devices, and voice assistant support is also available for Sony WF-1000XM4 earphones.