Should the WH-1000XM6 be future-proof?

This post was a reply to a reddit post, but I could not post it, as Reddit kept giving me an error, so I could not post my reply. You can read the Sound Guys article here. So here is my take on the issues raised in the article.

Sony YY2989 - Gaming Headset or Earbuds?

I have found a new Sony YY code, YY2989, in an import filing. This import filing does not have a model number attached, so we can only guess what this could be based off the information provided.

Sony WH-1000XM6 FCC Teardown

My WH-1000XM6 specification deep dive has been posted, so now let us look at the inside, and see what has changed. The FCC photos reveal a lot of details, and while we lack a 52Audio teardown, iFixit have uploaded their own teardown on YouTube, with a lot of details. Do make sure to check it out. Okay buckle in, this will be a long post.

Sony introduces the WH-1000XM6

The highly anticipated Sony WH-1000XM6 was finally announced last week. We had to wait an extra year for the new model, but was this wait worth it, or should you save your money, and keep your WH-1000XM5? Time for a deep dive of the new model. Sony has published the Sony Engineer interview, click here.

Sony YY3004 Certified

Back in February 2025, I posted about a new unknown model, YY3004. This information came from a knowledgeable source, but what they provided was limited. The only information I received apart from the model code, were the colours, black, white, and blue.

Sony YY2995 - USB Type-C Audio Box

A new model has been revealed by a Korean RRA certification, YY2995, described as an "USB Type-C Audio Box". Could this be a new Sony USB DAC amp like the PHA-3?

Sony WF-1000XM6 (YY2985) is Coming, But when? (Update)

I know people have been asking about the new WF-1000XM6 but there was no information, until today. Thanks to James and Mr Walkman, we know the WF-1000XM6 is coming sometime in the near future, and we know the YY code, YY2985.

Sony WH-1000XM6 Exclusive Leak (Update 5)

Say hello to the new WH-1000XM6. As of this post, there is no teaser from Sony, so either still too early or the headset will not be announced on the 15th. The only information about release from my source is retail availability in the middle of June 2025. Thank you to my source for providing the photos.

Sony Xperia 1 VII Announcement May 13

I do not normally cover Xperia news here, as there are other sites that do a much better job, but the teaser photo does show a Walkman, the WM1ZM2 Series. Sony removed the Walkman app from their Xperia line back in 2015. Now it looks like after 10 years we will finally see Walkman back in Xperia.

Sony WH-1000XM6 Specifications Leak (Update 2)

The specification of the Sony WH-1000XM6 have been leaked thanks to Amazon Spain and user peruho Unfortunately now photo in the listing, but have much of the new features. No doubt the listing will go down once this post goes up. Update - Amazon has removed the listing, adding screenshot at the end of the post.

Update 2 - Our first photo has leaked showing off the new design. Thanks to user HiNoAme3 from reddit. Further context at the end of the post.

Sony YY2987 and YY2988 Appear On Certification Site (Update 5)

We have two new Sony YY codes, YY2987 and YY2988. I do not believe this is the WF-1000XM6, as YY2988 is identified as a wireless adapter (USB). The new codes appeared on the Mexican certification website.

Fixing the Most Common Sony WH-1000XM4 Issues

This excellent guide is by antosaram from Reddit, with additional information by me, and from Sony's WH-1000XM4 service manual. Make sure to drop them a comment and like on their post on Reddit. The guide will cover 3 common issues:

Sony WH-1000XM4 Firmware Update to Version 2.9.0

A new firmware update has popped up for the Sony WH-1000XM4. I suspect this covers the same Bluetooth security issues found in the WH-1000XM5 firmware, which Sony updated in late February.

Possible Price Increases for USA (Update)

Last November I wrote this post asking whether US consumers would see price increases in 2025. Back then, we did not have any sense of what kind of tariffs the US would introduce, but last week, we got the full list and numbers. Sony will not be alone in raising prices with competitors also likely increasing prices.

Upcoming New INZONE Products? (Update 5)

I wrote about the a wireless gaming keyboard on Twitter around 2 months ago, but that listing has since disappeared. But we do have a new gaming listing, a wireless gaming mouse and dongle. I suspect the keyboard will still be released but puzzling why the listing was removed.

Sony WH-1000XM6 Slated for May Release (Update 2)

According to spektykles from Esato, the Sony WH-1000XM6 is slated for a May release. They did not mention specifically when, but one source told me early May, so either first or second week of May.

Sony WF-C710N FCC Teardown

The FCC internal photos of the WF-C710N have become available. So let us see what secrets the new model is hiding and how the design compares to the WF-C700N. While this not a step by step teardown like 52Audio's. we are able to see all of the major components and parts inside. Check out the announcement post for more details on the headset.

Fake Sony WH-1000XM5 Review and Teardown

I always wondered how the fake Sony WH-1000XM5's compared to the real thing, and if users could be fooled by them. So I bought a pair of fake WH-1000XM5s and took a  closer look.

Sony WF-C710N Announced

Sony has announced the new WF-C710N, photos and details were leaked in my original post last month, but now we know the price and availability.

No New Sony Walkmans planned in the near Future

An unlikely source has revealed that Sony is not planning on updating their Walkman lineup anytime soon. The information comes from a FIIO Twitter post, stating that:

Sony WH-1000XM5 Firmware Update Version 2.4.1

Sony has released a new firmware update for the WH-1000XM5. The update has only one change and it is related to security.

Sony WH-CH720N and WH-CH520 Upcoming New Colours

Sony will be introducing some new colours options for their WH-CH520 and WH-CH720N headsets. The WH-CH520 will receive a new pink and yellow colour option, with the WH-CH720N only getting pink. I suspect the WH-1000XM5/WF-1000XM5 pink colour introductions might have something to do with this. Sony should have released the pink earlier in order to take advantage of Valentine's day.

Sony WF-C710N Leak (Update 3)

 

A well trusted source has provided me with some photos of the new WF-C710N, along with new additional details. We already had the design leak thanks to a Taiwanese certification, but now we get to see the new model in much more clearer detail. All 4 colours, black, white, pink, and glass blue, which is the transparent colour.

Sony YY3004 - What is it?

A trusted source has provided me with a new model code, YY3004. The only information is the colour, black, white and blue. The jump to YY3xxx is surprising, as we still have many more other codes after YY2986 (WF-C710N), so a mystery on that front.

Sony WF-1000XM6 - What can we expect? (Update #2)

I know everyone is excited for the upcoming WH-1000XM6, but there a lot of people waiting for the WF-1000XM6, myself included. As of this post (February 9), no new model has been certified.

The only information we have comes from Xperia leaker Zackbucks, who said last July that both the WF-1000XM6 and WH-1000XM6 are supposed to be released in the first half of 2025. They did not mention if they would be released together or apart.

Based off past model changes, we can try and speculate what we could expect in the upcoming WF-1000XM6.

Firmware Update to Version 3.01.00 for NW-ZX700/NW-A300 series

A new software update for the Sony A-Series and ZX-Series Walkmans. Previously the Walkmans received the Android 14 update. This time around it is just security updates along with improvements in general performance, whatever that means.

Service program for WH-ULT900N ULT WEAR headphones

Good news everyone! Sony has finally admitted the hinge issue, but it is not for the WH-1000XM5, but ULT WEAR (WH-ULT900N). So if you bought a ULT Wear and have a broken hinge, time to contact Sony for a free repair.

Sony WH-1000XM6 (YY2984) hits the FCC (Update 11)

Here we go folks, the WH-1000XM6 (YY2984) has shown up on the FCC. I know many have been waiting for this, so here we go, let us see what the filling reveals.

Sony YY2986 Confirmed as WF-C710N (Update 2)

Sony's WF-C700N successor leaked at the start of the year. and when I wrote the post, I was not sure if Sony would use WF-C710N as the new model name. Well I can now confirm that indeed WF-C710N will be the new model name for the WF-C700N successor.

Technics EAH-AZ100 vs Sony WF-1000XM5

The Technics EAH-AZ100 was officially announced at CES 2025. Many of the major tech sites have reviews up, and it seems like the new model is an improvement over the previous AZ80. So how does it stack up against the current WF-1000XM5? Here is my specification comparison guide, along with a quick look at the FCC teardown of the AZ100 and how it has changed from the previous AZ80.

Sony CES 2025 Preview

 

CES 2025 started on Sunday, but Sony will have their press conference on Monday at 5pm local time. I am embedding the stream below. If you click the stream it will tell you when it will be live in your area.

Sony YY2986 Design Leaked (Update)

Sony's YY2986 leaking this early was not something I was expecting. Considering I first posted about the headset back in mid November, such a quick leak seems odd and maybe accidental. The leak is via Audix, which is Taiwan's certification body. We have full photos and some details like the internal battery capacties.