Sony's WH-1000XM2 premium noise-canceling headphones let you completely immerse yourself in your music anytime, anywhere. Bluetooth and NFC technology offer wireless freedom, while industry-leading noise cancellation blocks out background noise.

The noise cancelling technology in the WI-1000XM2 is the most advanced ever in wireless neckband headphones, thanks to the power of our HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1. So you can lose yourself completely in your music.

As for release date, the Sony WH-1000XM2 went on sale in June 2017.

Noise-cancelling devices have a built-in microphone which produces the opposite reversed sound waves to neutralise surrounding noise. Noise cancellation works best when the ambient sound around you is constant and around the low to medium pitch range.

Noise-cancelling headphones are a special type/kind of headphones which suppress unwanted ambient sounds using active noise control. This is distinct from passive headphones which, if they reduce ambient sounds at all, use techniques such as soundproofing.

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Sony has never been great with product names – too many numbers – so forgive yourself if you confuse the WH-1000XM3 and WF-1000XM3. Here's what you need to know: “WH” stands for wireless headphones and “WF” stands for “wireless free.” That's it.

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The unit is not waterproof. If water or foreign objects enter the unit, it may result in fire or electric shock. If water or a foreign object enters the unit, stop use immediately and consult your nearest Sony dealer.

The headset is not waterproof. Remember to follow the precautions below. Be careful not to drop the headset into a sink or other container filled with water.

High-quality headsets using a noise-canceling microphone will reduce background noise, allowing your caller to hear your voice more clearly. This is very important, because the clearer your voice is, the less information needs to be repeated, and your conversation will be more accurate.

Noise-cancelling headphones are a special type/kind of headphones which suppress unwanted ambient sounds using active noise control. This is distinct from passive headphones which, if they reduce ambient sounds at all, use techniques such as soundproofing.

Improved comfort: Active noise cancelling headphones can help to block out background noise, which can make it easier to sleep or focus on work. This can be especially helpful during takeoff and landing, when the noise levels are often very high.