Features of upcoming Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds leak

The Sony WF-1000XM4 was undoubtedly one of the best earbuds to have launched in 2021, giving the AirPods Pro a run for its money. Now, according to recent rumours, the next-gen of Sony’s earbuds, the WF-1000XM5, will come packed with significant improvements, promising enhanced audio quality and extended battery life.

A wave of new features

Although the earbuds have previously made appearances on the FCC and Wireless Power Consortium, the new leaks from WinFuture suggest that each earbud would only weigh 5.9 grams, thus finally ensuring a comfortable experience during longer sessions.

In addition to the sleek design, the Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds will include a Dynamic Driver X with an 8.4-millimetre diameter, dual-feedback microphones, and two new in-house processors designed to support Hi-Res Audio and Sony’s DSEE Extreme audio technology. Moreover, the earbuds might also include bone conduction sensors and Precise Voice Pickup technology, ensuring clear voice transmission even in noisy environments.

While specific details regarding the individual playback time per earbud on a full charge are yet to come out, the WF-1000XM5’s charging case will have a 500mAh battery, potentially extending the total playback time of the earbuds to an impressive 24 hours. Additionally, reports also claim that a mere three-minute charge will provide an hour of playback time, although the charging case itself will take about 2 hours to fully charge. However, the estimated use when using ANC remains unclear.

Bluetooth 5.3 will be supported

When it comes to connectivity, the Sony WF-1000XM5 will support the latest Bluetooth 5.3 standard, enabling users to effortlessly connect the earbuds to smartphones and tablets. Additionally, the earbuds might also sport an IPX4 rating for splash resistance, making them suitable for workouts and outdoor activities.

Although pricing and availability details are scarce, considering the number of features, the new WF-1000XM5s could cost as much as or even more than their predecessor.