Sony WH-1000XM6 debuts with improved sound, ANC, and a higher price

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Improved sound
Class-leading noise cancellation
Highly intuitive touch controls
Supremely comfy
Return of folding design improves portability
Can finally charge during use
Replaceable earpads

Price increase over previous model
Speak-to-Chat still needs work
Spatial audio upmixing is a useless gimmick
Still no audio over USB-C
Fragile-feeling articulating hinges
The headband could use a bit more padding
No aptX HD support
Feature-rich app may be overwhelming for casual users

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