Sony announces new true wireless headset LinkBuds S with active noise cancellation

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Following the announcement of the flagship Bluetooth active noise reduction headset WH-1000XM5 last week, Sony continued to announce the LinkBuds S (WF-L900N), a truly wireless headset that was previously exposed in advance, and also confirmed the addition of active noise cancellation.

Although it also has the name of LinkBuds, LinkBuds S does not carry the special ring-type moving coil monomer previously used for LinkBuds and the open-frame listening mode but maintains the closed structure design to achieve an active noise reduction listening effect.

In terms of body size, LinkBuds S is smaller than Sony’s past true wireless headset WF-1000XM4, weighing only 4.8 grams, and uses a newly developed 5mm monomer. Like the WH-1000XM5, the LinkBuds S also uses Sony’s self-developed V1 audio processing chip and can support Bluetooth LE Audio playback through firmware upgrades in the future. As for digital audio, it supports LDAC, DSEE Extreme, and 360 Reality Audio formats.

LinkBuds S also supports adaptive playback mode, which can automatically adjust the volume for different usage environments, and switch usage modes such as active noise reduction. It can also cooperate with the sensing element to identify the user’s wearing status, automatically play music when the user wears it, or pause the playback when the headset is removed. In addition, it can also provide higher call quality through multiple sets of radio microphones and supports Google Fast Pair fast pairing function.

As for battery life, the LinkBuds S can be used for 6 hours of continuous music playback on a single charge, and an additional 14 hours of power usage can be extended with the storage charging box. Similar to LinkBuds, the earphone frame is made of recycled materials from auto parts, and the box is also made of recycled materials without plastic components.
In terms of the suggested selling price, the LinkBuds S will be sold at a price of $199.99, available in black, white, and brown.

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