Sony launches its tiniest earbuds, and they have Ambient Sound Mode despite bearing a budget price

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Sony has rolled out the WF-C510 earbuds, its most compact wireless option to date, with a wallet-friendly price of $59.99. Available in a quartet of colors—blue, yellow, black, and white—these tiny devices don’t skimp on performance, promising a snug fit for even the most active listeners.

 

 

While these pint-sized players don’t boast active noise cancellation, they do come equipped with Sony's Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE). This clever technology works its magic on compressed music files, elevating them to near high-resolution quality. Coupled with Sony’s signature sound tuning, the WF-C510 delivers a well-balanced audio experience, serving up clear vocals and robust bass.

 

 

Thanks to the Ambient Sound Mode, you can stay tuned to your surroundings while still enjoying your favorite tunes. And for those times when you need to focus on human voices amid a sea of background noise, activating the ‘Voice Focus’ function amplifies speech while dialing down the din of your environment. 

 

 

For optimal comfort, Sony’s engineers have pored over extensive ear shape data to create an ergonomic design that ensures a stable and cozy fit, particularly for those blessed with smaller ears. Weighing in at a mere 5.4 grams each, these featherlight earbuds are designed for extended wear without causing discomfort.

 

The mini titans also come equipped with Sony's Multipoint Connection feature, allowing listeners to juggle two Bluetooth devices at once.

 

 

Battery life is another feather in the WF-C510’s cap. Users can enjoy up to 11 hours of continuous playback on a single charge, with the compact charging case providing an additional 11 hours of juice. For those in a rush, a quick five-minute charge will buy you an hour of listening time.

 

Having priced the pair under the $100 mark, Sony has positioned these buds as a compelling alternative to the more premium WF-C510 that won’t break the bank.

 

 

 

• https://gizmodo.com/sony-launched-its-smallest-earbuds-ever-for-less-than-100-2000491410 
• https://www.howtogeek.com/sony-wf-c510-earbuds/ 
• https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/sony-wf-1000xm5-review/ 
• https://www.yankodesign.com/2024/08/27/sony-wf-c510-earbuds-impress-with-ambient-mode-longer-battery-life-and-comfortable-design/ 

 

 

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