Sony WI-1000XM2 Neckband Headphones Show Best In-Ear Implementation for Noise Cancellation Technology

Neckband headphones, as a category, can be expected to gradually fade away as true wireless earbuds gain battery life and comparable features. But for now, neckbands are the form factor that allows any manufacturer to implement the features of flagship headphones, in a convenient, wireless, in-ear format that some users still favor for comfort, expanded battery life and better quality for voice calls. With the new WI-1000XM2 model, Sony show us how its leading noise cancellation technology and a neckband design are a perfect match.

Among the many new audio products announced by Sony Electronics at IFA 2017, three new wireless headphones now bring Sony leading noise cancelling technology to truly wireless style and behind-the-neck style headphones, with the world's first Atmospheric Pressure Optimizing and the world's first Adaptive Sound Control. The range includes the new Sony WH-1000XM2, an enhanced version of the popular around-ear style with more options to tailor the sound to your environment.