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LinkBuds series | LinkBuds Open Wireless Headphones
Model: WF-L910
RM 799.00RM 999.00
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1. Prices indicated refer to Suggested Retail Price and may change from time to time without prior notice.
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SSO Payday Carnival June 2025
Terms and Conditions
SSO Payday Carnival
Sony (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. ("Sony") is responsible for this SSO Payday Carnival (“Campaign”).
Sony reserves the right to cancel or amend the Campaign and the terms and conditions of this Campaign (“Terms and Conditions”) at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be posted on the Site.
Qualifying Participants
1. The Campaign is open only to participants who are residents of Malaysia as at the date of participation. Participants who are below the age of 18 years old are required to obtain the consent of their parents or guardians to participate in this Campaign.
2. You warrant to indemnify Sony against any and all claims in relation to your participation of this Campaign and breach of its Terms and Conditions contained herein. Sony’s rights are hereby expressly reserved.
3. Employees of Sony and its affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, retailers and dealers, promoters/shopfront staff under direct/indirect the employment of Sony together with their employees, and immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of each of the aforesaid persons are not eligible to participate in this Campaign.
4. Sony reserves the right to disqualify and/or exclude any entries from the Campaign, for any reason and for no reason, including without limitation, violation of any portion of these Terms and Conditions.
5. By accepting any prize, you (the “Customer”) are deemed to have agreed and accepted the following terms and conditions ("Terms and Conditions") of this Campaign.
Campaign Rules
1. This Campaign is applicable to purchases from Sony Store Online only. Purchases from physical stores and other third-party platforms are not eligible to this Campaign.
2. Campaign period is from 25th June – 30th June, 2025 (“Campaign Period”).
a) Purchase period* is from 25th June – 30th June, 2025(“Purchase Period”).
* Purchase date will be regarded as the date shown on the receipt regardless of delivery date or date of item received
3. Every RM 500 (the “Min Spend Amount”) spent on any Sony Product during the Purchase Period will entitle Customer to 1 entry into the Campaign.
4. The Min Spend Amount is the amount spent is after application of any vouchers and/or deduction of loyalty points.
5. Sony reserves the right to request proof of purchase or other evidence at any time to verify transactions, process returns, handle warranty claims, or for any other legitimate purpose.
Campaign Entries
1. By accepting any prize awarded as part of this Campaign you thereby (a) specifically authorize Sony to use and/or have third parties to use any information submitted by you in whole or in part, throughout the world, in perpetuity in or on any and all media, now known or hereafter devised, and alone or together or as part of other information, content and/or material of any kind or nature for the marketing purpose; (b) represents and warrants that all elements contained in the information submitted by you as part of this Campaign (i) is original to you or fully cleared for use as contemplated herein, (ii) does and will not, in any way, violate or breach any of the terms of any other agreement you may be a party to, (iii) is not unlawful information, infringes or violates any copyright or other right (including the image rights), (iv) does not contain libelous, tortuous, or the publication or sale of which will violate any federal or state statute or regulation, (iv) is not obscene or in any other manner unlawful, and (v) shall not require Sony to pay or incur any sums to any person or entity as a result of Sony’s use or exploitation of the same. You shall indemnify and hold harmless Sony and its affiliates from and against any claim, action, damage, loss and costs and expenses (including legal fees and professional fees) arising from or in connection with any breach of the foregoing.
2. Sony reserves the right to disqualify any Customer from participating in this Campaign in its sole and absolute discretion.
3. Acceptance of prizes shall constitute consent on the Customer’s part to allow the use by Sony of the Customer’s name, nickname, image, voice, likeness and/or the fact that the participant participated in the Campaign or won any prizes for editorial, advertising, promotional, marketing and/or other purposes without further notice or compensation, except where prohibited by law. Acceptance of any participation and/or prizes shall constitute a release and discharge of Sony and/or its authorized representatives by each Customer from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, and/or damages which the Customer may have, whether known or unknown at the present time, of any nature whatsoever, arising out of or relating to: (i) the Campaign, (ii) personal injury and/or property damage, theft or loss suffered by the participant as a result of the use and/or enjoyment of the Campaign or prizes, and/or (iii) any tax liabilities in relation to the Campaign, prizes and/or use or enjoyment of the same.
4. By accepting any prize you agree to be contacted by Sony or its authorized representatives to participate in public relations events tied to the Campaign to generate press coverage of the Campaign and the accessories range. This may include, but not be limited to, quotes given for inclusion in press releases and press conferences, interviews, etc.
Prizes
1. In the event that a Customer that has won a prize (a “Winner”) (i) does not respond to Sony within seven (7) days of being notified by Sony of his/her win; (ii) refuses to provide his/her name, address and contact information for the purpose of delivering the Prize; (iii) has breached any Terms and Conditions herein; or (iv) his/her entry is invalid for whatever reasons, his/her Prize will be forfeited and Sony shall be entitled to select another Winner.
2. In the event that any Winner is disqualified from the Campaign, Sony, at its sole discretion, may decide whether a replacement Winner should be selected. In this event, any further Winner will be selected on the same criteria as set out in the Terms and Conditions. Sony can repeat this process any number of times until it has selected a satisfactory Winner in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.
3. Sony’s decision for all Winners is final.
4. Sony has the final decision pertaining to any dispute on selection of Winner. Any appeals made including appeals to check the status of the Campaign entries, will not be entertained.
- Subject to the terms and conditions herein, the Winners of the Campaign shall receive the corresponding below listed prize(s):
[Winners] 1st Prize x 1
[Prize] PS5 Pro worth RM3,849
[Winners] 2nd Prize x 1
[Prize] ZV-1F worth RM2,599
[Winners] 3rd Prize x 1
[Prize] HT-X8500 worth RM1,599
[Winners] Consolation Prize x 20
[Prize] Mystery Gifts
6. Prizes are non-transferable and non-exchangeable for cash or kind, and is subject to availability. Sony reserves the right to replace any prize with items of similar value without prior notice.
- Acceptance of any prize shall constitute consent on the Winner's part to allow the use of the Winner's name, image, voice and/or likeness by Sony for editorial, advertising, promotional, marketing and/or other purposes without further compensation except where prohibited by law. Acceptance of any prize shall constitute a release and discharge of Sony by each Winner from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, and/or damages which the Winner may have, whether known or unknown at the present time, of any nature whatsoever, arising out of or relating to: (i) the Campaign, (ii) personal injury and/or property damage, theft or loss suffered by the Winner as a result of the use and/or enjoyment of the prize, and/or (iii) any tax liabilities in relation to the Campaign, prize and/or use or enjoyment of the same.
- Results of all Winners will be announced on the following date on the Sony Store Online on 30 July 2025.
- Winners agree to be contacted by Sony or its authorized representatives to participate in public relations events tied to the Campaign to generate press coverage of the Campaign and the accessories range. This may include, but not be limited to, quotes given for inclusion in press releases and press conferences, interviews, etc.
- Sony reserves the right to withhold Prizes pending verification of the Winner’s compliance with the Terms and Conditions of the Campaign.
- Prizes will be delivered to Winners by post to the address as provided by the Winners to Sony. Sony will not be liable for any loss and/or failure to deliver once the Prizes are handed to postage company and shall not be responsible to replace the Prize for the affected Winner.
- Where applicable, prizes not collected within 4 weeks from the date of notification for collection shall be disposed of at Sony’s sole discretion. Sony’s decision regarding the award of all prizes, and/or in every situation including any not covered in these Terms and Conditions, shall be final and binding on all participants in the Campaign, and no queries, themes or appeals may be made or entertained regarding Sony’s decision on the same. The receipt by any Winner of any prize under this Campaign is conditional upon compliance with any and all applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Liabilities
1. Sony cannot accept any responsibility for any damage, loss, injury or disappointment whatsoever suffered by any person as a result of this Campaign. Sony does not accept any liability for any damages suffered by you, or any other persons, arising from and/or as a result of your participation in this Campaign. By accepting any prize, you indemnify and hold Sony harmless against all claims arising from and/or in connection with your participation in this Campaign.
2. By accepting the prize, you agree that no claim relating to such losses or injuries (including special, indirect and consequential losses) shall be asserted against Sony, its parent companies, affiliates, directors, officers, employees or agents from any and all losses, damages, rights, claims and actions of any kind resulting from the Campaign and acceptance of any prize, including without limitation, personal injuries, death and property damage.
Use of Personal Information
1. All information, including personal information (“Information”) submitted or known to Sony and/or its affiliates in connection with this Campaign will only be used for the purposes set out in and treated in accordance with these Terms and Conditions and those stipulated in the Privacy Policy of Sony at https://www.sony-asia.com/microsite/privacypolicy/my/ (“Privacy Policy”).
2. In addition to those stipulated in the Privacy Policy, by accepting any prize, you agree:
(a) to the use of the Information, without compensation, for Sony’s promotional and marketing purposes; and
(b) to the use of the Information, without compensation, for the purpose of administration in relation to the Campaign.
Miscellaneous
1. Sony reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to terminate or suspend this Campaign without any liability to you should there be unforeseeable events which in Sony’s absolute opinion may jeopardize the process of the Campaign.
2. Sony reserves the right to amend/change the Terms and Conditions without any liability to the participants.
3. In the event of disputes regarding the Campaign or the Terms and Conditions of the Campaign, Sony shall have the right to make the final decision.
4. The Terms and Conditions of this Campaign shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Malaysia.
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Features
Live in the moment
LinkBuds Open are uniquely designed with an open ring drive to keep you connected to your surroundings. What's more, the compact design and new Air Fitting Supporters for LinkBuds Open make them comfortable enough to wear all day.
Connected, present
The open ring driver unit at the centre of the diaphragm maintains audio transparency, so you can hear the world around you. You’ll hear when someone calls your name while you’re on a call, and stay connected to your friends while you listen to music.
Automatically adjusts sound volume to your environment
Adaptive Volume Control is a smart function that automatically optimises volume based on where you are. Enjoy lower volume in quiet places and higher volume in noisier environments.
Comfortable and stable
LinkBuds Open combines a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed LinkBuds Open utilising extensive ear shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982, as well as evaluation of the sensitivity of various types of ears to ensure an ideal shape that is comfortable for many people.
Innovative Fitting Supporters
LinkBuds Open are built with an evolved geometric form that fits comfortably in the ear. The newly developed Fitting Supporters ensure a stable fit for various ear sizes. Their wide coverage range maintains the fit at the tip in larger ears and at the middle for smaller ears.
Compact and lightweight
Small and light, LinkBuds Open are as easy to store and carry as they are to wear all day, wherever you go.
Your sound, whatever your style
Curate your look with a range of Fitting Supporters and Case Covers that enhance the look of your LinkBuds Open.
Curate your look
You can customise your earbuds with a variety of optional Fitting Supporters and Case Cover accessories. Mix and match different colours to create combinations to suit your style.
An iconic case design
The white LinkBuds Open feature a unique marbled pattern, giving the elegant charging case a distinctive and classy look.
Authentic, high-fidelity sound
Enjoy well-balanced, high-quality audio with clear mid- to high-ranges, powered by our Integrated Processor V2 and the specially-designed 11 mm ring-shaped driver unit.
Music, as it should sound
Our unique 11 mm ring shaped driver had to overcome significant design challenges to deliver such high-quality sound. A high-compliance diaphragm and powerful neodymium magnet were specially selected to reproduce clear mid-high frequency sounds.
Superior sound balance
Our Integrated Processor V2 offers an authentic listening experience by reproducing the detail in your music with minimal distortion. The sound tuning is intentionally designed to be well-balanced from low to high frequencies, with natural and clear vocals.
Keeping your authentic sound
When an original music source is compressed, it loses the high-frequency elements that add detail and richness to a track. Our Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE™) faithfully restores these to produce high-quality sound that’s closer to the original recording.
Ultra-clear, noise-free calls
With precise voice pickup technology and advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you’re somewhere noisy. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed with AI machine learning using more than 500 million voice samples to suppress ambient noise and extract your voice clearly in a wide range of environments.
A new sound experience for AR gaming
If you’re looking for new entertainment options beyond music and movies, the LinkBuds Open uses new sensors and spatial sound technology to deliver immersive sound for Augmented Reality games like "Ingress" from Niantic.When playing "Ingress" with the LinkBuds Open, sensor and spatial sound technologies deliver a new experience: using head tracking, the sound is conveyed from different directions to line up perfectly with the action on the screen.
Conventional use
With conventional earbuds, when your head moves, the sound moves with the earbuds. This disconnects the sound from its position in space, impairing the 3D effect and presence.
With head-tracking capability
With head tracking, when you move your head, the sound field retains its original position in 3D space, for a realistic viewing and listening experience.
Certified earbuds for a personalised experience
With 360 Reality Audio certified earbuds and the Sony | Sound Connect app, optimise your experience by analysing your individual ear shape, and enjoy the ultimate immersive music experience.
360 Spatial Sound Personalizer
With the Sony | 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer app, you’ll enjoy a sound experience that’s optimised for you. The app captures and analyses your ear shape, allowing these headphones to create your own personal spatial sound field when paired with BRAVIA TVs.
Seamless sounds. Pure joy
Switch playback between your LinkBuds earbuds and an optional LinkBuds Speaker seamlessly every time with Auto Switch. Simply place your headphones back in their case when you're near the Speaker and playback will continue on the Speaker. It automatically switches back when you take your earbuds out again for on-the-go listening.
Quick Access
A shortcut to your music with simple taps, and no need to touch your smartphone. You can simply enjoy your music effortlessly.
Experience Auto Play
Auto Play delivers music and audio notifications exactly when you need them. Playback starts automatically when you put your headphones in – no need to touch your smartphone – and plays the right music for the moment, based on your daily routines or sensing activities like a daily walk, gym workout, or commute. And, with Voice Cue you'll still be notified of important information like appointments and reminders, so you can always stay connected to both life and entertainment wherever you go.
Near, not just on the ear
With Wide Area Tap, you can use double or triple taps in front of either of your ears to control your music playback, so there’s no need to touch the LinkBuds themselves to operate them.
Instant pause. Instant play.
Just take the earbuds out of your ears and the music stops. A proximity sensor knows when you are wearing one or both earbuds. Pop the earbuds back in and the music starts again.
Control earbuds with head gestures
You can operate your earbuds using natural head gestures, like receiving or declining calls or operating Auto Play by nodding or shaking your head.
Control with your voice
Get hands-free help – just say “Hey Google" or “Alexa" to activate your preferred voice assistant. Listen to music, connect with friends, get notifications, set reminders, and more when connected to your smartphone. Or, you can also use built-in voice control for volume, and playback when connected to any device.
Talk and hear only ambient sound
You can set Speak-to-Chat to automatically pause the music as soon as you speak to someone, so you can hear just ambient sound and conduct a conversation – handy if you want to keep your earbuds on or your hands are full. And once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically.
Total convenience, total customisation
LinkBuds Open are even better with the Sound Connect app. The simple, intuitive interface lets you dial in your ideal sound and shortcut settings, and can keep track of your recent listening history. Safe Listening even lets you check you're in line with WHO healthy listening habits.
Background Music Effect
When activated, Background Music Effect uses Digital Signal Processing (DSP) to make audio sound as though it’s playing in your space, rather than feeling like it’s localised in your head – perfect for when you’re doing other tasks, or want something a little less intense.
Listen all day, charge in minutes
You can enjoy a full 8 hours of listening from your earbuds and store another 14 hours in the case. That means up to 22 hours of listening time every time you leave the house. In a hurry? Just a 3-minute quick charge gives you up to 60 minutes of play time, and the Sony | Sound Connect app will even notify you when your charging case drops below 30.
Multipoint Connection
For total convenience, these Bluetooth® earbuds can be paired with two devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your earbuds know which device is ringing and connects to the right one automatically.
Water resistant for everyday use
With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these earbuds, so you can keep on moving to the music.
Find your earbuds with Fast Pair
In one tap, the LinkBuds Open enables quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can even check to see where you last placed it.
Easy pairing with your computer
Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your earbuds with your Windows 11 or Windows 10 laptop, desktop PC or tablet. Pop-up pairing guidance appears on nearby Windows 11 or Windows 10 devices when pairing mode is selected.
Next-generation Bluetooth® audio
These earbuds are ready for LE Audio (Beta version), a next-generation wireless audio standard that enables ultra low latency, ideal for gaming. They are also compatible with Auracast™ broadcast audio for sharing music from one smartphone to multiple headphones.
A clearer, more stable Bluetooth® signal
For low latency and high sound quality, even around other interference, the Bluetooth® signal is transmitted to both ears at the same time. Thanks to the powerful Integrated Processor V2, you'll enjoy stable, skip-free, wireless sound.(A) Conventional L to R Relay BT Transmission. (B) LinkBuds L/R Simultaneous BT Transmission
Aiming to achieve a zero environmental footprint
Inspired by the beauty of the world, Sony is doing its part to help preserve the Earth, while still offering superior sound quality and listening experiences. With a goal of achieving a zero environmental footprint across the entire Sony Group by the year 2050, we are accelerating numerous green initiatives.
Recycled plastic materials
LinkBuds Open incorporate recycled plastic materials in both the earbuds and the charging case.
No plastic in individual packaging
No plastic is included in the packaging material for LinkBuds Open, reflecting our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our products.
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Specifications
Size & Weight
WEIGHTApprox. 5.1g x 2 (including fitting supporters)
General Features
HEADPHONE TYPEOpen Air
DRIVER UNIT11mm
MAGNETHigh-power neodymium magnets
FREQUENCY RESPONSE(BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION)20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling)
VOLUME CONTROLYes
WATERPROOFYes (IPX4 equivalent)
MULTIPOINT CONNECTIONYes
DSEEYes
Battery
BATTERY CHARGE TIMEApprox. 1.5 Hrs
BATTERY CHARGE METHODUSB charge (with case)
BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS MUSIC PLAYBACK TIME)Max. 8 hrs
BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS COMMUNICATION TIME)Max. 4.5 hrs
BATTERY LIFE(WAITING TIME)Max. 13 hrs
Bluetooth® Specification
BLUETOOTH® VERSIONBluetooth Specification Version 5.3
EFFECTIVE RANGE10m
FREQUENCY RANGE2.4 GHz band (2.400 0 GHz - 2.483 5 GHz)
PROFILEA2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, CSIP, MCP, VCP, CCP
SUPPORTED AUDIO FORMAT(S)SBC, AAC, LC3
SUPPORTED CONTENT PROTECTIONSCMS-T
Charging Case
WEIGHTApprox. 30.6 g
DIMENSIONApprox. 46.0 x 46.0 x 29.4 mm
BATTERY CHARGE TIMEApprox. 2.5 Hrs (USB charging)
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- SSO Payday Carnival June 2025
- features
- specifications
- Reviews
- Support
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SSO Payday Carnival June 2025
Terms and Conditions
SSO Payday Carnival
Sony (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. ("Sony") is responsible for this SSO Payday Carnival (“Campaign”).
Sony reserves the right to cancel or amend the Campaign and the terms and conditions of this Campaign (“Terms and Conditions”) at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be posted on the Site.
Qualifying Participants
1. The Campaign is open only to participants who are residents of Malaysia as at the date of participation. Participants who are below the age of 18 years old are required to obtain the consent of their parents or guardians to participate in this Campaign.
2. You warrant to indemnify Sony against any and all claims in relation to your participation of this Campaign and breach of its Terms and Conditions contained herein. Sony’s rights are hereby expressly reserved.
3. Employees of Sony and its affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, retailers and dealers, promoters/shopfront staff under direct/indirect the employment of Sony together with their employees, and immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of each of the aforesaid persons are not eligible to participate in this Campaign.
4. Sony reserves the right to disqualify and/or exclude any entries from the Campaign, for any reason and for no reason, including without limitation, violation of any portion of these Terms and Conditions.
5. By accepting any prize, you (the “Customer”) are deemed to have agreed and accepted the following terms and conditions ("Terms and Conditions") of this Campaign.
Campaign Rules
1. This Campaign is applicable to purchases from Sony Store Online only. Purchases from physical stores and other third-party platforms are not eligible to this Campaign.
2. Campaign period is from 25th June – 30th June, 2025 (“Campaign Period”).
a) Purchase period* is from 25th June – 30th June, 2025(“Purchase Period”).
* Purchase date will be regarded as the date shown on the receipt regardless of delivery date or date of item received
3. Every RM 500 (the “Min Spend Amount”) spent on any Sony Product during the Purchase Period will entitle Customer to 1 entry into the Campaign.
4. The Min Spend Amount is the amount spent is after application of any vouchers and/or deduction of loyalty points.
5. Sony reserves the right to request proof of purchase or other evidence at any time to verify transactions, process returns, handle warranty claims, or for any other legitimate purpose.
Campaign Entries
1. By accepting any prize awarded as part of this Campaign you thereby (a) specifically authorize Sony to use and/or have third parties to use any information submitted by you in whole or in part, throughout the world, in perpetuity in or on any and all media, now known or hereafter devised, and alone or together or as part of other information, content and/or material of any kind or nature for the marketing purpose; (b) represents and warrants that all elements contained in the information submitted by you as part of this Campaign (i) is original to you or fully cleared for use as contemplated herein, (ii) does and will not, in any way, violate or breach any of the terms of any other agreement you may be a party to, (iii) is not unlawful information, infringes or violates any copyright or other right (including the image rights), (iv) does not contain libelous, tortuous, or the publication or sale of which will violate any federal or state statute or regulation, (iv) is not obscene or in any other manner unlawful, and (v) shall not require Sony to pay or incur any sums to any person or entity as a result of Sony’s use or exploitation of the same. You shall indemnify and hold harmless Sony and its affiliates from and against any claim, action, damage, loss and costs and expenses (including legal fees and professional fees) arising from or in connection with any breach of the foregoing.
2. Sony reserves the right to disqualify any Customer from participating in this Campaign in its sole and absolute discretion.
3. Acceptance of prizes shall constitute consent on the Customer’s part to allow the use by Sony of the Customer’s name, nickname, image, voice, likeness and/or the fact that the participant participated in the Campaign or won any prizes for editorial, advertising, promotional, marketing and/or other purposes without further notice or compensation, except where prohibited by law. Acceptance of any participation and/or prizes shall constitute a release and discharge of Sony and/or its authorized representatives by each Customer from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, and/or damages which the Customer may have, whether known or unknown at the present time, of any nature whatsoever, arising out of or relating to: (i) the Campaign, (ii) personal injury and/or property damage, theft or loss suffered by the participant as a result of the use and/or enjoyment of the Campaign or prizes, and/or (iii) any tax liabilities in relation to the Campaign, prizes and/or use or enjoyment of the same.
4. By accepting any prize you agree to be contacted by Sony or its authorized representatives to participate in public relations events tied to the Campaign to generate press coverage of the Campaign and the accessories range. This may include, but not be limited to, quotes given for inclusion in press releases and press conferences, interviews, etc.
Prizes
1. In the event that a Customer that has won a prize (a “Winner”) (i) does not respond to Sony within seven (7) days of being notified by Sony of his/her win; (ii) refuses to provide his/her name, address and contact information for the purpose of delivering the Prize; (iii) has breached any Terms and Conditions herein; or (iv) his/her entry is invalid for whatever reasons, his/her Prize will be forfeited and Sony shall be entitled to select another Winner.
2. In the event that any Winner is disqualified from the Campaign, Sony, at its sole discretion, may decide whether a replacement Winner should be selected. In this event, any further Winner will be selected on the same criteria as set out in the Terms and Conditions. Sony can repeat this process any number of times until it has selected a satisfactory Winner in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.
3. Sony’s decision for all Winners is final.
4. Sony has the final decision pertaining to any dispute on selection of Winner. Any appeals made including appeals to check the status of the Campaign entries, will not be entertained.
- Subject to the terms and conditions herein, the Winners of the Campaign shall receive the corresponding below listed prize(s):
[Winners] 1st Prize x 1
[Prize] PS5 Pro worth RM3,849
[Winners] 2nd Prize x 1
[Prize] ZV-1F worth RM2,599
[Winners] 3rd Prize x 1
[Prize] HT-X8500 worth RM1,599
[Winners] Consolation Prize x 20
[Prize] Mystery Gifts
6. Prizes are non-transferable and non-exchangeable for cash or kind, and is subject to availability. Sony reserves the right to replace any prize with items of similar value without prior notice.
- Acceptance of any prize shall constitute consent on the Winner's part to allow the use of the Winner's name, image, voice and/or likeness by Sony for editorial, advertising, promotional, marketing and/or other purposes without further compensation except where prohibited by law. Acceptance of any prize shall constitute a release and discharge of Sony by each Winner from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, and/or damages which the Winner may have, whether known or unknown at the present time, of any nature whatsoever, arising out of or relating to: (i) the Campaign, (ii) personal injury and/or property damage, theft or loss suffered by the Winner as a result of the use and/or enjoyment of the prize, and/or (iii) any tax liabilities in relation to the Campaign, prize and/or use or enjoyment of the same.
- Results of all Winners will be announced on the following date on the Sony Store Online on 30 July 2025.
- Winners agree to be contacted by Sony or its authorized representatives to participate in public relations events tied to the Campaign to generate press coverage of the Campaign and the accessories range. This may include, but not be limited to, quotes given for inclusion in press releases and press conferences, interviews, etc.
- Sony reserves the right to withhold Prizes pending verification of the Winner’s compliance with the Terms and Conditions of the Campaign.
- Prizes will be delivered to Winners by post to the address as provided by the Winners to Sony. Sony will not be liable for any loss and/or failure to deliver once the Prizes are handed to postage company and shall not be responsible to replace the Prize for the affected Winner.
- Where applicable, prizes not collected within 4 weeks from the date of notification for collection shall be disposed of at Sony’s sole discretion. Sony’s decision regarding the award of all prizes, and/or in every situation including any not covered in these Terms and Conditions, shall be final and binding on all participants in the Campaign, and no queries, themes or appeals may be made or entertained regarding Sony’s decision on the same. The receipt by any Winner of any prize under this Campaign is conditional upon compliance with any and all applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Liabilities
1. Sony cannot accept any responsibility for any damage, loss, injury or disappointment whatsoever suffered by any person as a result of this Campaign. Sony does not accept any liability for any damages suffered by you, or any other persons, arising from and/or as a result of your participation in this Campaign. By accepting any prize, you indemnify and hold Sony harmless against all claims arising from and/or in connection with your participation in this Campaign.
2. By accepting the prize, you agree that no claim relating to such losses or injuries (including special, indirect and consequential losses) shall be asserted against Sony, its parent companies, affiliates, directors, officers, employees or agents from any and all losses, damages, rights, claims and actions of any kind resulting from the Campaign and acceptance of any prize, including without limitation, personal injuries, death and property damage.
Use of Personal Information
1. All information, including personal information (“Information”) submitted or known to Sony and/or its affiliates in connection with this Campaign will only be used for the purposes set out in and treated in accordance with these Terms and Conditions and those stipulated in the Privacy Policy of Sony at https://www.sony-asia.com/microsite/privacypolicy/my/ (“Privacy Policy”).
2. In addition to those stipulated in the Privacy Policy, by accepting any prize, you agree:
(a) to the use of the Information, without compensation, for Sony’s promotional and marketing purposes; and
(b) to the use of the Information, without compensation, for the purpose of administration in relation to the Campaign.
Miscellaneous
1. Sony reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to terminate or suspend this Campaign without any liability to you should there be unforeseeable events which in Sony’s absolute opinion may jeopardize the process of the Campaign.
2. Sony reserves the right to amend/change the Terms and Conditions without any liability to the participants.
3. In the event of disputes regarding the Campaign or the Terms and Conditions of the Campaign, Sony shall have the right to make the final decision.
4. The Terms and Conditions of this Campaign shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Malaysia.
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Features
Live in the moment
LinkBuds Open are uniquely designed with an open ring drive to keep you connected to your surroundings. What's more, the compact design and new Air Fitting Supporters for LinkBuds Open make them comfortable enough to wear all day.
Connected, present
The open ring driver unit at the centre of the diaphragm maintains audio transparency, so you can hear the world around you. You’ll hear when someone calls your name while you’re on a call, and stay connected to your friends while you listen to music.
Automatically adjusts sound volume to your environment
Adaptive Volume Control is a smart function that automatically optimises volume based on where you are. Enjoy lower volume in quiet places and higher volume in noisier environments.
Comfortable and stable
LinkBuds Open combines a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed LinkBuds Open utilising extensive ear shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982, as well as evaluation of the sensitivity of various types of ears to ensure an ideal shape that is comfortable for many people.
Innovative Fitting Supporters
LinkBuds Open are built with an evolved geometric form that fits comfortably in the ear. The newly developed Fitting Supporters ensure a stable fit for various ear sizes. Their wide coverage range maintains the fit at the tip in larger ears and at the middle for smaller ears.
Compact and lightweight
Small and light, LinkBuds Open are as easy to store and carry as they are to wear all day, wherever you go.
Your sound, whatever your style
Curate your look with a range of Fitting Supporters and Case Covers that enhance the look of your LinkBuds Open.
Curate your look
You can customise your earbuds with a variety of optional Fitting Supporters and Case Cover accessories. Mix and match different colours to create combinations to suit your style.
An iconic case design
The white LinkBuds Open feature a unique marbled pattern, giving the elegant charging case a distinctive and classy look.
Authentic, high-fidelity sound
Enjoy well-balanced, high-quality audio with clear mid- to high-ranges, powered by our Integrated Processor V2 and the specially-designed 11 mm ring-shaped driver unit.
Music, as it should sound
Our unique 11 mm ring shaped driver had to overcome significant design challenges to deliver such high-quality sound. A high-compliance diaphragm and powerful neodymium magnet were specially selected to reproduce clear mid-high frequency sounds.
Superior sound balance
Our Integrated Processor V2 offers an authentic listening experience by reproducing the detail in your music with minimal distortion. The sound tuning is intentionally designed to be well-balanced from low to high frequencies, with natural and clear vocals.
Keeping your authentic sound
When an original music source is compressed, it loses the high-frequency elements that add detail and richness to a track. Our Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE™) faithfully restores these to produce high-quality sound that’s closer to the original recording.
Ultra-clear, noise-free calls
With precise voice pickup technology and advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you’re somewhere noisy. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed with AI machine learning using more than 500 million voice samples to suppress ambient noise and extract your voice clearly in a wide range of environments.
A new sound experience for AR gaming
If you’re looking for new entertainment options beyond music and movies, the LinkBuds Open uses new sensors and spatial sound technology to deliver immersive sound for Augmented Reality games like "Ingress" from Niantic.When playing "Ingress" with the LinkBuds Open, sensor and spatial sound technologies deliver a new experience: using head tracking, the sound is conveyed from different directions to line up perfectly with the action on the screen.
Conventional use
With conventional earbuds, when your head moves, the sound moves with the earbuds. This disconnects the sound from its position in space, impairing the 3D effect and presence.
With head-tracking capability
With head tracking, when you move your head, the sound field retains its original position in 3D space, for a realistic viewing and listening experience.
Certified earbuds for a personalised experience
With 360 Reality Audio certified earbuds and the Sony | Sound Connect app, optimise your experience by analysing your individual ear shape, and enjoy the ultimate immersive music experience.
360 Spatial Sound Personalizer
With the Sony | 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer app, you’ll enjoy a sound experience that’s optimised for you. The app captures and analyses your ear shape, allowing these headphones to create your own personal spatial sound field when paired with BRAVIA TVs.
Seamless sounds. Pure joy
Switch playback between your LinkBuds earbuds and an optional LinkBuds Speaker seamlessly every time with Auto Switch. Simply place your headphones back in their case when you're near the Speaker and playback will continue on the Speaker. It automatically switches back when you take your earbuds out again for on-the-go listening.
Quick Access
A shortcut to your music with simple taps, and no need to touch your smartphone. You can simply enjoy your music effortlessly.
Experience Auto Play
Auto Play delivers music and audio notifications exactly when you need them. Playback starts automatically when you put your headphones in – no need to touch your smartphone – and plays the right music for the moment, based on your daily routines or sensing activities like a daily walk, gym workout, or commute. And, with Voice Cue you'll still be notified of important information like appointments and reminders, so you can always stay connected to both life and entertainment wherever you go.
Near, not just on the ear
With Wide Area Tap, you can use double or triple taps in front of either of your ears to control your music playback, so there’s no need to touch the LinkBuds themselves to operate them.
Instant pause. Instant play.
Just take the earbuds out of your ears and the music stops. A proximity sensor knows when you are wearing one or both earbuds. Pop the earbuds back in and the music starts again.
Control earbuds with head gestures
You can operate your earbuds using natural head gestures, like receiving or declining calls or operating Auto Play by nodding or shaking your head.
Control with your voice
Get hands-free help – just say “Hey Google" or “Alexa" to activate your preferred voice assistant. Listen to music, connect with friends, get notifications, set reminders, and more when connected to your smartphone. Or, you can also use built-in voice control for volume, and playback when connected to any device.
Talk and hear only ambient sound
You can set Speak-to-Chat to automatically pause the music as soon as you speak to someone, so you can hear just ambient sound and conduct a conversation – handy if you want to keep your earbuds on or your hands are full. And once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically.
Total convenience, total customisation
LinkBuds Open are even better with the Sound Connect app. The simple, intuitive interface lets you dial in your ideal sound and shortcut settings, and can keep track of your recent listening history. Safe Listening even lets you check you're in line with WHO healthy listening habits.
Background Music Effect
When activated, Background Music Effect uses Digital Signal Processing (DSP) to make audio sound as though it’s playing in your space, rather than feeling like it’s localised in your head – perfect for when you’re doing other tasks, or want something a little less intense.
Listen all day, charge in minutes
You can enjoy a full 8 hours of listening from your earbuds and store another 14 hours in the case. That means up to 22 hours of listening time every time you leave the house. In a hurry? Just a 3-minute quick charge gives you up to 60 minutes of play time, and the Sony | Sound Connect app will even notify you when your charging case drops below 30.
Multipoint Connection
For total convenience, these Bluetooth® earbuds can be paired with two devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your earbuds know which device is ringing and connects to the right one automatically.
Water resistant for everyday use
With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these earbuds, so you can keep on moving to the music.
Find your earbuds with Fast Pair
In one tap, the LinkBuds Open enables quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can even check to see where you last placed it.
Easy pairing with your computer
Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your earbuds with your Windows 11 or Windows 10 laptop, desktop PC or tablet. Pop-up pairing guidance appears on nearby Windows 11 or Windows 10 devices when pairing mode is selected.
Next-generation Bluetooth® audio
These earbuds are ready for LE Audio (Beta version), a next-generation wireless audio standard that enables ultra low latency, ideal for gaming. They are also compatible with Auracast™ broadcast audio for sharing music from one smartphone to multiple headphones.
A clearer, more stable Bluetooth® signal
For low latency and high sound quality, even around other interference, the Bluetooth® signal is transmitted to both ears at the same time. Thanks to the powerful Integrated Processor V2, you'll enjoy stable, skip-free, wireless sound.(A) Conventional L to R Relay BT Transmission. (B) LinkBuds L/R Simultaneous BT Transmission
Aiming to achieve a zero environmental footprint
Inspired by the beauty of the world, Sony is doing its part to help preserve the Earth, while still offering superior sound quality and listening experiences. With a goal of achieving a zero environmental footprint across the entire Sony Group by the year 2050, we are accelerating numerous green initiatives.
Recycled plastic materials
LinkBuds Open incorporate recycled plastic materials in both the earbuds and the charging case.
No plastic in individual packaging
No plastic is included in the packaging material for LinkBuds Open, reflecting our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our products.
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Specifications
Size & Weight
WEIGHTApprox. 5.1g x 2 (including fitting supporters)
General Features
HEADPHONE TYPEOpen Air
DRIVER UNIT11mm
MAGNETHigh-power neodymium magnets
FREQUENCY RESPONSE(BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION)20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling)
VOLUME CONTROLYes
WATERPROOFYes (IPX4 equivalent)
MULTIPOINT CONNECTIONYes
DSEEYes
Battery
BATTERY CHARGE TIMEApprox. 1.5 Hrs
BATTERY CHARGE METHODUSB charge (with case)
BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS MUSIC PLAYBACK TIME)Max. 8 hrs
BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS COMMUNICATION TIME)Max. 4.5 hrs
BATTERY LIFE(WAITING TIME)Max. 13 hrs
Bluetooth® Specification
BLUETOOTH® VERSIONBluetooth Specification Version 5.3
EFFECTIVE RANGE10m
FREQUENCY RANGE2.4 GHz band (2.400 0 GHz - 2.483 5 GHz)
PROFILEA2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, CSIP, MCP, VCP, CCP
SUPPORTED AUDIO FORMAT(S)SBC, AAC, LC3
SUPPORTED CONTENT PROTECTIONSCMS-T
Charging Case
WEIGHTApprox. 30.6 g
DIMENSIONApprox. 46.0 x 46.0 x 29.4 mm
BATTERY CHARGE TIMEApprox. 2.5 Hrs (USB charging)
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SSO Payday Carnival June 2025
Terms and Conditions
SSO Payday Carnival
Sony (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. ("Sony") is responsible for this SSO Payday Carnival (“Campaign”).
Sony reserves the right to cancel or amend the Campaign and the terms and conditions of this Campaign (“Terms and Conditions”) at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be posted on the Site.
Qualifying Participants
1. The Campaign is open only to participants who are residents of Malaysia as at the date of participation. Participants who are below the age of 18 years old are required to obtain the consent of their parents or guardians to participate in this Campaign.
2. You warrant to indemnify Sony against any and all claims in relation to your participation of this Campaign and breach of its Terms and Conditions contained herein. Sony’s rights are hereby expressly reserved.
3. Employees of Sony and its affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, retailers and dealers, promoters/shopfront staff under direct/indirect the employment of Sony together with their employees, and immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of each of the aforesaid persons are not eligible to participate in this Campaign.
4. Sony reserves the right to disqualify and/or exclude any entries from the Campaign, for any reason and for no reason, including without limitation, violation of any portion of these Terms and Conditions.
5. By accepting any prize, you (the “Customer”) are deemed to have agreed and accepted the following terms and conditions ("Terms and Conditions") of this Campaign.
Campaign Rules
1. This Campaign is applicable to purchases from Sony Store Online only. Purchases from physical stores and other third-party platforms are not eligible to this Campaign.
2. Campaign period is from 25th June – 30th June, 2025 (“Campaign Period”).
a) Purchase period* is from 25th June – 30th June, 2025(“Purchase Period”).
* Purchase date will be regarded as the date shown on the receipt regardless of delivery date or date of item received
3. Every RM 500 (the “Min Spend Amount”) spent on any Sony Product during the Purchase Period will entitle Customer to 1 entry into the Campaign.
4. The Min Spend Amount is the amount spent is after application of any vouchers and/or deduction of loyalty points.
5. Sony reserves the right to request proof of purchase or other evidence at any time to verify transactions, process returns, handle warranty claims, or for any other legitimate purpose.
Campaign Entries
1. By accepting any prize awarded as part of this Campaign you thereby (a) specifically authorize Sony to use and/or have third parties to use any information submitted by you in whole or in part, throughout the world, in perpetuity in or on any and all media, now known or hereafter devised, and alone or together or as part of other information, content and/or material of any kind or nature for the marketing purpose; (b) represents and warrants that all elements contained in the information submitted by you as part of this Campaign (i) is original to you or fully cleared for use as contemplated herein, (ii) does and will not, in any way, violate or breach any of the terms of any other agreement you may be a party to, (iii) is not unlawful information, infringes or violates any copyright or other right (including the image rights), (iv) does not contain libelous, tortuous, or the publication or sale of which will violate any federal or state statute or regulation, (iv) is not obscene or in any other manner unlawful, and (v) shall not require Sony to pay or incur any sums to any person or entity as a result of Sony’s use or exploitation of the same. You shall indemnify and hold harmless Sony and its affiliates from and against any claim, action, damage, loss and costs and expenses (including legal fees and professional fees) arising from or in connection with any breach of the foregoing.
2. Sony reserves the right to disqualify any Customer from participating in this Campaign in its sole and absolute discretion.
3. Acceptance of prizes shall constitute consent on the Customer’s part to allow the use by Sony of the Customer’s name, nickname, image, voice, likeness and/or the fact that the participant participated in the Campaign or won any prizes for editorial, advertising, promotional, marketing and/or other purposes without further notice or compensation, except where prohibited by law. Acceptance of any participation and/or prizes shall constitute a release and discharge of Sony and/or its authorized representatives by each Customer from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, and/or damages which the Customer may have, whether known or unknown at the present time, of any nature whatsoever, arising out of or relating to: (i) the Campaign, (ii) personal injury and/or property damage, theft or loss suffered by the participant as a result of the use and/or enjoyment of the Campaign or prizes, and/or (iii) any tax liabilities in relation to the Campaign, prizes and/or use or enjoyment of the same.
4. By accepting any prize you agree to be contacted by Sony or its authorized representatives to participate in public relations events tied to the Campaign to generate press coverage of the Campaign and the accessories range. This may include, but not be limited to, quotes given for inclusion in press releases and press conferences, interviews, etc.
Prizes
1. In the event that a Customer that has won a prize (a “Winner”) (i) does not respond to Sony within seven (7) days of being notified by Sony of his/her win; (ii) refuses to provide his/her name, address and contact information for the purpose of delivering the Prize; (iii) has breached any Terms and Conditions herein; or (iv) his/her entry is invalid for whatever reasons, his/her Prize will be forfeited and Sony shall be entitled to select another Winner.
2. In the event that any Winner is disqualified from the Campaign, Sony, at its sole discretion, may decide whether a replacement Winner should be selected. In this event, any further Winner will be selected on the same criteria as set out in the Terms and Conditions. Sony can repeat this process any number of times until it has selected a satisfactory Winner in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.
3. Sony’s decision for all Winners is final.
4. Sony has the final decision pertaining to any dispute on selection of Winner. Any appeals made including appeals to check the status of the Campaign entries, will not be entertained.
- Subject to the terms and conditions herein, the Winners of the Campaign shall receive the corresponding below listed prize(s):
[Winners] 1st Prize x 1
[Prize] PS5 Pro worth RM3,849
[Winners] 2nd Prize x 1
[Prize] ZV-1F worth RM2,599
[Winners] 3rd Prize x 1
[Prize] HT-X8500 worth RM1,599
[Winners] Consolation Prize x 20
[Prize] Mystery Gifts
6. Prizes are non-transferable and non-exchangeable for cash or kind, and is subject to availability. Sony reserves the right to replace any prize with items of similar value without prior notice.
- Acceptance of any prize shall constitute consent on the Winner's part to allow the use of the Winner's name, image, voice and/or likeness by Sony for editorial, advertising, promotional, marketing and/or other purposes without further compensation except where prohibited by law. Acceptance of any prize shall constitute a release and discharge of Sony by each Winner from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, and/or damages which the Winner may have, whether known or unknown at the present time, of any nature whatsoever, arising out of or relating to: (i) the Campaign, (ii) personal injury and/or property damage, theft or loss suffered by the Winner as a result of the use and/or enjoyment of the prize, and/or (iii) any tax liabilities in relation to the Campaign, prize and/or use or enjoyment of the same.
- Results of all Winners will be announced on the following date on the Sony Store Online on 30 July 2025.
- Winners agree to be contacted by Sony or its authorized representatives to participate in public relations events tied to the Campaign to generate press coverage of the Campaign and the accessories range. This may include, but not be limited to, quotes given for inclusion in press releases and press conferences, interviews, etc.
- Sony reserves the right to withhold Prizes pending verification of the Winner’s compliance with the Terms and Conditions of the Campaign.
- Prizes will be delivered to Winners by post to the address as provided by the Winners to Sony. Sony will not be liable for any loss and/or failure to deliver once the Prizes are handed to postage company and shall not be responsible to replace the Prize for the affected Winner.
- Where applicable, prizes not collected within 4 weeks from the date of notification for collection shall be disposed of at Sony’s sole discretion. Sony’s decision regarding the award of all prizes, and/or in every situation including any not covered in these Terms and Conditions, shall be final and binding on all participants in the Campaign, and no queries, themes or appeals may be made or entertained regarding Sony’s decision on the same. The receipt by any Winner of any prize under this Campaign is conditional upon compliance with any and all applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Liabilities
1. Sony cannot accept any responsibility for any damage, loss, injury or disappointment whatsoever suffered by any person as a result of this Campaign. Sony does not accept any liability for any damages suffered by you, or any other persons, arising from and/or as a result of your participation in this Campaign. By accepting any prize, you indemnify and hold Sony harmless against all claims arising from and/or in connection with your participation in this Campaign.
2. By accepting the prize, you agree that no claim relating to such losses or injuries (including special, indirect and consequential losses) shall be asserted against Sony, its parent companies, affiliates, directors, officers, employees or agents from any and all losses, damages, rights, claims and actions of any kind resulting from the Campaign and acceptance of any prize, including without limitation, personal injuries, death and property damage.
Use of Personal Information
1. All information, including personal information (“Information”) submitted or known to Sony and/or its affiliates in connection with this Campaign will only be used for the purposes set out in and treated in accordance with these Terms and Conditions and those stipulated in the Privacy Policy of Sony at https://www.sony-asia.com/microsite/privacypolicy/my/ (“Privacy Policy”).
2. In addition to those stipulated in the Privacy Policy, by accepting any prize, you agree:
(a) to the use of the Information, without compensation, for Sony’s promotional and marketing purposes; and
(b) to the use of the Information, without compensation, for the purpose of administration in relation to the Campaign.
Miscellaneous
1. Sony reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to terminate or suspend this Campaign without any liability to you should there be unforeseeable events which in Sony’s absolute opinion may jeopardize the process of the Campaign.
2. Sony reserves the right to amend/change the Terms and Conditions without any liability to the participants.
3. In the event of disputes regarding the Campaign or the Terms and Conditions of the Campaign, Sony shall have the right to make the final decision.
4. The Terms and Conditions of this Campaign shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Malaysia.
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Features
Live in the moment
LinkBuds Open are uniquely designed with an open ring drive to keep you connected to your surroundings. What's more, the compact design and new Air Fitting Supporters for LinkBuds Open make them comfortable enough to wear all day.
Connected, present
The open ring driver unit at the centre of the diaphragm maintains audio transparency, so you can hear the world around you. You’ll hear when someone calls your name while you’re on a call, and stay connected to your friends while you listen to music.
Automatically adjusts sound volume to your environment
Adaptive Volume Control is a smart function that automatically optimises volume based on where you are. Enjoy lower volume in quiet places and higher volume in noisier environments.
Comfortable and stable
LinkBuds Open combines a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed LinkBuds Open utilising extensive ear shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982, as well as evaluation of the sensitivity of various types of ears to ensure an ideal shape that is comfortable for many people.
Innovative Fitting Supporters
LinkBuds Open are built with an evolved geometric form that fits comfortably in the ear. The newly developed Fitting Supporters ensure a stable fit for various ear sizes. Their wide coverage range maintains the fit at the tip in larger ears and at the middle for smaller ears.
Compact and lightweight
Small and light, LinkBuds Open are as easy to store and carry as they are to wear all day, wherever you go.
Your sound, whatever your style
Curate your look with a range of Fitting Supporters and Case Covers that enhance the look of your LinkBuds Open.
Curate your look
You can customise your earbuds with a variety of optional Fitting Supporters and Case Cover accessories. Mix and match different colours to create combinations to suit your style.
An iconic case design
The white LinkBuds Open feature a unique marbled pattern, giving the elegant charging case a distinctive and classy look.
Authentic, high-fidelity sound
Enjoy well-balanced, high-quality audio with clear mid- to high-ranges, powered by our Integrated Processor V2 and the specially-designed 11 mm ring-shaped driver unit.
Music, as it should sound
Our unique 11 mm ring shaped driver had to overcome significant design challenges to deliver such high-quality sound. A high-compliance diaphragm and powerful neodymium magnet were specially selected to reproduce clear mid-high frequency sounds.
Superior sound balance
Our Integrated Processor V2 offers an authentic listening experience by reproducing the detail in your music with minimal distortion. The sound tuning is intentionally designed to be well-balanced from low to high frequencies, with natural and clear vocals.
Keeping your authentic sound
When an original music source is compressed, it loses the high-frequency elements that add detail and richness to a track. Our Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE™) faithfully restores these to produce high-quality sound that’s closer to the original recording.
Ultra-clear, noise-free calls
With precise voice pickup technology and advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you’re somewhere noisy. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed with AI machine learning using more than 500 million voice samples to suppress ambient noise and extract your voice clearly in a wide range of environments.
A new sound experience for AR gaming
If you’re looking for new entertainment options beyond music and movies, the LinkBuds Open uses new sensors and spatial sound technology to deliver immersive sound for Augmented Reality games like "Ingress" from Niantic.When playing "Ingress" with the LinkBuds Open, sensor and spatial sound technologies deliver a new experience: using head tracking, the sound is conveyed from different directions to line up perfectly with the action on the screen.
Conventional use
With conventional earbuds, when your head moves, the sound moves with the earbuds. This disconnects the sound from its position in space, impairing the 3D effect and presence.
With head-tracking capability
With head tracking, when you move your head, the sound field retains its original position in 3D space, for a realistic viewing and listening experience.
Certified earbuds for a personalised experience
With 360 Reality Audio certified earbuds and the Sony | Sound Connect app, optimise your experience by analysing your individual ear shape, and enjoy the ultimate immersive music experience.
360 Spatial Sound Personalizer
With the Sony | 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer app, you’ll enjoy a sound experience that’s optimised for you. The app captures and analyses your ear shape, allowing these headphones to create your own personal spatial sound field when paired with BRAVIA TVs.
Seamless sounds. Pure joy
Switch playback between your LinkBuds earbuds and an optional LinkBuds Speaker seamlessly every time with Auto Switch. Simply place your headphones back in their case when you're near the Speaker and playback will continue on the Speaker. It automatically switches back when you take your earbuds out again for on-the-go listening.
Quick Access
A shortcut to your music with simple taps, and no need to touch your smartphone. You can simply enjoy your music effortlessly.
Experience Auto Play
Auto Play delivers music and audio notifications exactly when you need them. Playback starts automatically when you put your headphones in – no need to touch your smartphone – and plays the right music for the moment, based on your daily routines or sensing activities like a daily walk, gym workout, or commute. And, with Voice Cue you'll still be notified of important information like appointments and reminders, so you can always stay connected to both life and entertainment wherever you go.
Near, not just on the ear
With Wide Area Tap, you can use double or triple taps in front of either of your ears to control your music playback, so there’s no need to touch the LinkBuds themselves to operate them.
Instant pause. Instant play.
Just take the earbuds out of your ears and the music stops. A proximity sensor knows when you are wearing one or both earbuds. Pop the earbuds back in and the music starts again.
Control earbuds with head gestures
You can operate your earbuds using natural head gestures, like receiving or declining calls or operating Auto Play by nodding or shaking your head.
Control with your voice
Get hands-free help – just say “Hey Google" or “Alexa" to activate your preferred voice assistant. Listen to music, connect with friends, get notifications, set reminders, and more when connected to your smartphone. Or, you can also use built-in voice control for volume, and playback when connected to any device.
Talk and hear only ambient sound
You can set Speak-to-Chat to automatically pause the music as soon as you speak to someone, so you can hear just ambient sound and conduct a conversation – handy if you want to keep your earbuds on or your hands are full. And once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically.
Total convenience, total customisation
LinkBuds Open are even better with the Sound Connect app. The simple, intuitive interface lets you dial in your ideal sound and shortcut settings, and can keep track of your recent listening history. Safe Listening even lets you check you're in line with WHO healthy listening habits.
Background Music Effect
When activated, Background Music Effect uses Digital Signal Processing (DSP) to make audio sound as though it’s playing in your space, rather than feeling like it’s localised in your head – perfect for when you’re doing other tasks, or want something a little less intense.
Listen all day, charge in minutes
You can enjoy a full 8 hours of listening from your earbuds and store another 14 hours in the case. That means up to 22 hours of listening time every time you leave the house. In a hurry? Just a 3-minute quick charge gives you up to 60 minutes of play time, and the Sony | Sound Connect app will even notify you when your charging case drops below 30.
Multipoint Connection
For total convenience, these Bluetooth® earbuds can be paired with two devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your earbuds know which device is ringing and connects to the right one automatically.
Water resistant for everyday use
With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these earbuds, so you can keep on moving to the music.
Find your earbuds with Fast Pair
In one tap, the LinkBuds Open enables quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can even check to see where you last placed it.
Easy pairing with your computer
Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your earbuds with your Windows 11 or Windows 10 laptop, desktop PC or tablet. Pop-up pairing guidance appears on nearby Windows 11 or Windows 10 devices when pairing mode is selected.
Next-generation Bluetooth® audio
These earbuds are ready for LE Audio (Beta version), a next-generation wireless audio standard that enables ultra low latency, ideal for gaming. They are also compatible with Auracast™ broadcast audio for sharing music from one smartphone to multiple headphones.
A clearer, more stable Bluetooth® signal
For low latency and high sound quality, even around other interference, the Bluetooth® signal is transmitted to both ears at the same time. Thanks to the powerful Integrated Processor V2, you'll enjoy stable, skip-free, wireless sound.(A) Conventional L to R Relay BT Transmission. (B) LinkBuds L/R Simultaneous BT Transmission
Aiming to achieve a zero environmental footprint
Inspired by the beauty of the world, Sony is doing its part to help preserve the Earth, while still offering superior sound quality and listening experiences. With a goal of achieving a zero environmental footprint across the entire Sony Group by the year 2050, we are accelerating numerous green initiatives.
Recycled plastic materials
LinkBuds Open incorporate recycled plastic materials in both the earbuds and the charging case.
No plastic in individual packaging
No plastic is included in the packaging material for LinkBuds Open, reflecting our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our products.
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Specifications
Size & Weight
WEIGHTApprox. 5.1g x 2 (including fitting supporters)
General Features
HEADPHONE TYPEOpen Air
DRIVER UNIT11mm
MAGNETHigh-power neodymium magnets
FREQUENCY RESPONSE(BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION)20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling)
VOLUME CONTROLYes
WATERPROOFYes (IPX4 equivalent)
MULTIPOINT CONNECTIONYes
DSEEYes
Battery
BATTERY CHARGE TIMEApprox. 1.5 Hrs
BATTERY CHARGE METHODUSB charge (with case)
BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS MUSIC PLAYBACK TIME)Max. 8 hrs
BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS COMMUNICATION TIME)Max. 4.5 hrs
BATTERY LIFE(WAITING TIME)Max. 13 hrs
Bluetooth® Specification
BLUETOOTH® VERSIONBluetooth Specification Version 5.3
EFFECTIVE RANGE10m
FREQUENCY RANGE2.4 GHz band (2.400 0 GHz - 2.483 5 GHz)
PROFILEA2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, CSIP, MCP, VCP, CCP
SUPPORTED AUDIO FORMAT(S)SBC, AAC, LC3
SUPPORTED CONTENT PROTECTIONSCMS-T
Charging Case
WEIGHTApprox. 30.6 g
DIMENSIONApprox. 46.0 x 46.0 x 29.4 mm
BATTERY CHARGE TIMEApprox. 2.5 Hrs (USB charging)
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SSO Payday Carnival June 2025
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SSO Payday Carnival June 2025
Terms and Conditions
SSO Payday Carnival
Sony (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. ("Sony") is responsible for this SSO Payday Carnival (“Campaign”).
Sony reserves the right to cancel or amend the Campaign and the terms and conditions of this Campaign (“Terms and Conditions”) at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be posted on the Site.
Qualifying Participants
1. The Campaign is open only to participants who are residents of Malaysia as at the date of participation. Participants who are below the age of 18 years old are required to obtain the consent of their parents or guardians to participate in this Campaign.
2. You warrant to indemnify Sony against any and all claims in relation to your participation of this Campaign and breach of its Terms and Conditions contained herein. Sony’s rights are hereby expressly reserved.
3. Employees of Sony and its affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, retailers and dealers, promoters/shopfront staff under direct/indirect the employment of Sony together with their employees, and immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of each of the aforesaid persons are not eligible to participate in this Campaign.
4. Sony reserves the right to disqualify and/or exclude any entries from the Campaign, for any reason and for no reason, including without limitation, violation of any portion of these Terms and Conditions.
5. By accepting any prize, you (the “Customer”) are deemed to have agreed and accepted the following terms and conditions ("Terms and Conditions") of this Campaign.
Campaign Rules
1. This Campaign is applicable to purchases from Sony Store Online only. Purchases from physical stores and other third-party platforms are not eligible to this Campaign.
2. Campaign period is from 25th June – 30th June, 2025 (“Campaign Period”).
a) Purchase period* is from 25th June – 30th June, 2025(“Purchase Period”).
* Purchase date will be regarded as the date shown on the receipt regardless of delivery date or date of item received
3. Every RM 500 (the “Min Spend Amount”) spent on any Sony Product during the Purchase Period will entitle Customer to 1 entry into the Campaign.
4. The Min Spend Amount is the amount spent is after application of any vouchers and/or deduction of loyalty points.
5. Sony reserves the right to request proof of purchase or other evidence at any time to verify transactions, process returns, handle warranty claims, or for any other legitimate purpose.
Campaign Entries
1. By accepting any prize awarded as part of this Campaign you thereby (a) specifically authorize Sony to use and/or have third parties to use any information submitted by you in whole or in part, throughout the world, in perpetuity in or on any and all media, now known or hereafter devised, and alone or together or as part of other information, content and/or material of any kind or nature for the marketing purpose; (b) represents and warrants that all elements contained in the information submitted by you as part of this Campaign (i) is original to you or fully cleared for use as contemplated herein, (ii) does and will not, in any way, violate or breach any of the terms of any other agreement you may be a party to, (iii) is not unlawful information, infringes or violates any copyright or other right (including the image rights), (iv) does not contain libelous, tortuous, or the publication or sale of which will violate any federal or state statute or regulation, (iv) is not obscene or in any other manner unlawful, and (v) shall not require Sony to pay or incur any sums to any person or entity as a result of Sony’s use or exploitation of the same. You shall indemnify and hold harmless Sony and its affiliates from and against any claim, action, damage, loss and costs and expenses (including legal fees and professional fees) arising from or in connection with any breach of the foregoing.
2. Sony reserves the right to disqualify any Customer from participating in this Campaign in its sole and absolute discretion.
3. Acceptance of prizes shall constitute consent on the Customer’s part to allow the use by Sony of the Customer’s name, nickname, image, voice, likeness and/or the fact that the participant participated in the Campaign or won any prizes for editorial, advertising, promotional, marketing and/or other purposes without further notice or compensation, except where prohibited by law. Acceptance of any participation and/or prizes shall constitute a release and discharge of Sony and/or its authorized representatives by each Customer from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, and/or damages which the Customer may have, whether known or unknown at the present time, of any nature whatsoever, arising out of or relating to: (i) the Campaign, (ii) personal injury and/or property damage, theft or loss suffered by the participant as a result of the use and/or enjoyment of the Campaign or prizes, and/or (iii) any tax liabilities in relation to the Campaign, prizes and/or use or enjoyment of the same.
4. By accepting any prize you agree to be contacted by Sony or its authorized representatives to participate in public relations events tied to the Campaign to generate press coverage of the Campaign and the accessories range. This may include, but not be limited to, quotes given for inclusion in press releases and press conferences, interviews, etc.
Prizes
1. In the event that a Customer that has won a prize (a “Winner”) (i) does not respond to Sony within seven (7) days of being notified by Sony of his/her win; (ii) refuses to provide his/her name, address and contact information for the purpose of delivering the Prize; (iii) has breached any Terms and Conditions herein; or (iv) his/her entry is invalid for whatever reasons, his/her Prize will be forfeited and Sony shall be entitled to select another Winner.
2. In the event that any Winner is disqualified from the Campaign, Sony, at its sole discretion, may decide whether a replacement Winner should be selected. In this event, any further Winner will be selected on the same criteria as set out in the Terms and Conditions. Sony can repeat this process any number of times until it has selected a satisfactory Winner in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.
3. Sony’s decision for all Winners is final.
4. Sony has the final decision pertaining to any dispute on selection of Winner. Any appeals made including appeals to check the status of the Campaign entries, will not be entertained.
- Subject to the terms and conditions herein, the Winners of the Campaign shall receive the corresponding below listed prize(s):
[Winners] 1st Prize x 1
[Prize] PS5 Pro worth RM3,849
[Winners] 2nd Prize x 1
[Prize] ZV-1F worth RM2,599
[Winners] 3rd Prize x 1
[Prize] HT-X8500 worth RM1,599
[Winners] Consolation Prize x 20
[Prize] Mystery Gifts
6. Prizes are non-transferable and non-exchangeable for cash or kind, and is subject to availability. Sony reserves the right to replace any prize with items of similar value without prior notice.
- Acceptance of any prize shall constitute consent on the Winner's part to allow the use of the Winner's name, image, voice and/or likeness by Sony for editorial, advertising, promotional, marketing and/or other purposes without further compensation except where prohibited by law. Acceptance of any prize shall constitute a release and discharge of Sony by each Winner from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, and/or damages which the Winner may have, whether known or unknown at the present time, of any nature whatsoever, arising out of or relating to: (i) the Campaign, (ii) personal injury and/or property damage, theft or loss suffered by the Winner as a result of the use and/or enjoyment of the prize, and/or (iii) any tax liabilities in relation to the Campaign, prize and/or use or enjoyment of the same.
- Results of all Winners will be announced on the following date on the Sony Store Online on 30 July 2025.
- Winners agree to be contacted by Sony or its authorized representatives to participate in public relations events tied to the Campaign to generate press coverage of the Campaign and the accessories range. This may include, but not be limited to, quotes given for inclusion in press releases and press conferences, interviews, etc.
- Sony reserves the right to withhold Prizes pending verification of the Winner’s compliance with the Terms and Conditions of the Campaign.
- Prizes will be delivered to Winners by post to the address as provided by the Winners to Sony. Sony will not be liable for any loss and/or failure to deliver once the Prizes are handed to postage company and shall not be responsible to replace the Prize for the affected Winner.
- Where applicable, prizes not collected within 4 weeks from the date of notification for collection shall be disposed of at Sony’s sole discretion. Sony’s decision regarding the award of all prizes, and/or in every situation including any not covered in these Terms and Conditions, shall be final and binding on all participants in the Campaign, and no queries, themes or appeals may be made or entertained regarding Sony’s decision on the same. The receipt by any Winner of any prize under this Campaign is conditional upon compliance with any and all applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Liabilities
1. Sony cannot accept any responsibility for any damage, loss, injury or disappointment whatsoever suffered by any person as a result of this Campaign. Sony does not accept any liability for any damages suffered by you, or any other persons, arising from and/or as a result of your participation in this Campaign. By accepting any prize, you indemnify and hold Sony harmless against all claims arising from and/or in connection with your participation in this Campaign.
2. By accepting the prize, you agree that no claim relating to such losses or injuries (including special, indirect and consequential losses) shall be asserted against Sony, its parent companies, affiliates, directors, officers, employees or agents from any and all losses, damages, rights, claims and actions of any kind resulting from the Campaign and acceptance of any prize, including without limitation, personal injuries, death and property damage.
Use of Personal Information
1. All information, including personal information (“Information”) submitted or known to Sony and/or its affiliates in connection with this Campaign will only be used for the purposes set out in and treated in accordance with these Terms and Conditions and those stipulated in the Privacy Policy of Sony at https://www.sony-asia.com/microsite/privacypolicy/my/ (“Privacy Policy”).
2. In addition to those stipulated in the Privacy Policy, by accepting any prize, you agree:
(a) to the use of the Information, without compensation, for Sony’s promotional and marketing purposes; and
(b) to the use of the Information, without compensation, for the purpose of administration in relation to the Campaign.
Miscellaneous
1. Sony reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to terminate or suspend this Campaign without any liability to you should there be unforeseeable events which in Sony’s absolute opinion may jeopardize the process of the Campaign.
2. Sony reserves the right to amend/change the Terms and Conditions without any liability to the participants.
3. In the event of disputes regarding the Campaign or the Terms and Conditions of the Campaign, Sony shall have the right to make the final decision.
4. The Terms and Conditions of this Campaign shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Malaysia.
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Features
Live in the moment
LinkBuds Open are uniquely designed with an open ring drive to keep you connected to your surroundings. What's more, the compact design and new Air Fitting Supporters for LinkBuds Open make them comfortable enough to wear all day.
Connected, present
The open ring driver unit at the centre of the diaphragm maintains audio transparency, so you can hear the world around you. You’ll hear when someone calls your name while you’re on a call, and stay connected to your friends while you listen to music.
Automatically adjusts sound volume to your environment
Adaptive Volume Control is a smart function that automatically optimises volume based on where you are. Enjoy lower volume in quiet places and higher volume in noisier environments.
Comfortable and stable
LinkBuds Open combines a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed LinkBuds Open utilising extensive ear shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982, as well as evaluation of the sensitivity of various types of ears to ensure an ideal shape that is comfortable for many people.
Innovative Fitting Supporters
LinkBuds Open are built with an evolved geometric form that fits comfortably in the ear. The newly developed Fitting Supporters ensure a stable fit for various ear sizes. Their wide coverage range maintains the fit at the tip in larger ears and at the middle for smaller ears.
Compact and lightweight
Small and light, LinkBuds Open are as easy to store and carry as they are to wear all day, wherever you go.
Your sound, whatever your style
Curate your look with a range of Fitting Supporters and Case Covers that enhance the look of your LinkBuds Open.
Curate your look
You can customise your earbuds with a variety of optional Fitting Supporters and Case Cover accessories. Mix and match different colours to create combinations to suit your style.
An iconic case design
The white LinkBuds Open feature a unique marbled pattern, giving the elegant charging case a distinctive and classy look.
Authentic, high-fidelity sound
Enjoy well-balanced, high-quality audio with clear mid- to high-ranges, powered by our Integrated Processor V2 and the specially-designed 11 mm ring-shaped driver unit.
Music, as it should sound
Our unique 11 mm ring shaped driver had to overcome significant design challenges to deliver such high-quality sound. A high-compliance diaphragm and powerful neodymium magnet were specially selected to reproduce clear mid-high frequency sounds.
Superior sound balance
Our Integrated Processor V2 offers an authentic listening experience by reproducing the detail in your music with minimal distortion. The sound tuning is intentionally designed to be well-balanced from low to high frequencies, with natural and clear vocals.
Keeping your authentic sound
When an original music source is compressed, it loses the high-frequency elements that add detail and richness to a track. Our Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE™) faithfully restores these to produce high-quality sound that’s closer to the original recording.
Ultra-clear, noise-free calls
With precise voice pickup technology and advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you’re somewhere noisy. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed with AI machine learning using more than 500 million voice samples to suppress ambient noise and extract your voice clearly in a wide range of environments.
A new sound experience for AR gaming
If you’re looking for new entertainment options beyond music and movies, the LinkBuds Open uses new sensors and spatial sound technology to deliver immersive sound for Augmented Reality games like "Ingress" from Niantic.When playing "Ingress" with the LinkBuds Open, sensor and spatial sound technologies deliver a new experience: using head tracking, the sound is conveyed from different directions to line up perfectly with the action on the screen.
Conventional use
With conventional earbuds, when your head moves, the sound moves with the earbuds. This disconnects the sound from its position in space, impairing the 3D effect and presence.
With head-tracking capability
With head tracking, when you move your head, the sound field retains its original position in 3D space, for a realistic viewing and listening experience.
Certified earbuds for a personalised experience
With 360 Reality Audio certified earbuds and the Sony | Sound Connect app, optimise your experience by analysing your individual ear shape, and enjoy the ultimate immersive music experience.
360 Spatial Sound Personalizer
With the Sony | 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer app, you’ll enjoy a sound experience that’s optimised for you. The app captures and analyses your ear shape, allowing these headphones to create your own personal spatial sound field when paired with BRAVIA TVs.
Seamless sounds. Pure joy
Switch playback between your LinkBuds earbuds and an optional LinkBuds Speaker seamlessly every time with Auto Switch. Simply place your headphones back in their case when you're near the Speaker and playback will continue on the Speaker. It automatically switches back when you take your earbuds out again for on-the-go listening.
Quick Access
A shortcut to your music with simple taps, and no need to touch your smartphone. You can simply enjoy your music effortlessly.
Experience Auto Play
Auto Play delivers music and audio notifications exactly when you need them. Playback starts automatically when you put your headphones in – no need to touch your smartphone – and plays the right music for the moment, based on your daily routines or sensing activities like a daily walk, gym workout, or commute. And, with Voice Cue you'll still be notified of important information like appointments and reminders, so you can always stay connected to both life and entertainment wherever you go.
Near, not just on the ear
With Wide Area Tap, you can use double or triple taps in front of either of your ears to control your music playback, so there’s no need to touch the LinkBuds themselves to operate them.
Instant pause. Instant play.
Just take the earbuds out of your ears and the music stops. A proximity sensor knows when you are wearing one or both earbuds. Pop the earbuds back in and the music starts again.
Control earbuds with head gestures
You can operate your earbuds using natural head gestures, like receiving or declining calls or operating Auto Play by nodding or shaking your head.
Control with your voice
Get hands-free help – just say “Hey Google" or “Alexa" to activate your preferred voice assistant. Listen to music, connect with friends, get notifications, set reminders, and more when connected to your smartphone. Or, you can also use built-in voice control for volume, and playback when connected to any device.
Talk and hear only ambient sound
You can set Speak-to-Chat to automatically pause the music as soon as you speak to someone, so you can hear just ambient sound and conduct a conversation – handy if you want to keep your earbuds on or your hands are full. And once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically.
Total convenience, total customisation
LinkBuds Open are even better with the Sound Connect app. The simple, intuitive interface lets you dial in your ideal sound and shortcut settings, and can keep track of your recent listening history. Safe Listening even lets you check you're in line with WHO healthy listening habits.
Background Music Effect
When activated, Background Music Effect uses Digital Signal Processing (DSP) to make audio sound as though it’s playing in your space, rather than feeling like it’s localised in your head – perfect for when you’re doing other tasks, or want something a little less intense.
Listen all day, charge in minutes
You can enjoy a full 8 hours of listening from your earbuds and store another 14 hours in the case. That means up to 22 hours of listening time every time you leave the house. In a hurry? Just a 3-minute quick charge gives you up to 60 minutes of play time, and the Sony | Sound Connect app will even notify you when your charging case drops below 30.
Multipoint Connection
For total convenience, these Bluetooth® earbuds can be paired with two devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your earbuds know which device is ringing and connects to the right one automatically.
Water resistant for everyday use
With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these earbuds, so you can keep on moving to the music.
Find your earbuds with Fast Pair
In one tap, the LinkBuds Open enables quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can even check to see where you last placed it.
Easy pairing with your computer
Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your earbuds with your Windows 11 or Windows 10 laptop, desktop PC or tablet. Pop-up pairing guidance appears on nearby Windows 11 or Windows 10 devices when pairing mode is selected.
Next-generation Bluetooth® audio
These earbuds are ready for LE Audio (Beta version), a next-generation wireless audio standard that enables ultra low latency, ideal for gaming. They are also compatible with Auracast™ broadcast audio for sharing music from one smartphone to multiple headphones.
A clearer, more stable Bluetooth® signal
For low latency and high sound quality, even around other interference, the Bluetooth® signal is transmitted to both ears at the same time. Thanks to the powerful Integrated Processor V2, you'll enjoy stable, skip-free, wireless sound.(A) Conventional L to R Relay BT Transmission. (B) LinkBuds L/R Simultaneous BT Transmission
Aiming to achieve a zero environmental footprint
Inspired by the beauty of the world, Sony is doing its part to help preserve the Earth, while still offering superior sound quality and listening experiences. With a goal of achieving a zero environmental footprint across the entire Sony Group by the year 2050, we are accelerating numerous green initiatives.
Recycled plastic materials
LinkBuds Open incorporate recycled plastic materials in both the earbuds and the charging case.
No plastic in individual packaging
No plastic is included in the packaging material for LinkBuds Open, reflecting our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our products.
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Specifications
Size & Weight
WEIGHTApprox. 5.1g x 2 (including fitting supporters)
General Features
HEADPHONE TYPEOpen Air
DRIVER UNIT11mm
MAGNETHigh-power neodymium magnets
FREQUENCY RESPONSE(BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION)20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling)
VOLUME CONTROLYes
WATERPROOFYes (IPX4 equivalent)
MULTIPOINT CONNECTIONYes
DSEEYes
Battery
BATTERY CHARGE TIMEApprox. 1.5 Hrs
BATTERY CHARGE METHODUSB charge (with case)
BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS MUSIC PLAYBACK TIME)Max. 8 hrs
BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS COMMUNICATION TIME)Max. 4.5 hrs
BATTERY LIFE(WAITING TIME)Max. 13 hrs
Bluetooth® Specification
BLUETOOTH® VERSIONBluetooth Specification Version 5.3
EFFECTIVE RANGE10m
FREQUENCY RANGE2.4 GHz band (2.400 0 GHz - 2.483 5 GHz)
PROFILEA2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, CSIP, MCP, VCP, CCP
SUPPORTED AUDIO FORMAT(S)SBC, AAC, LC3
SUPPORTED CONTENT PROTECTIONSCMS-T
Charging Case
WEIGHTApprox. 30.6 g
DIMENSIONApprox. 46.0 x 46.0 x 29.4 mm
BATTERY CHARGE TIMEApprox. 2.5 Hrs (USB charging)
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SSO Payday Carnival June 2025
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SSO Payday Carnival June 2025
Terms and Conditions
SSO Payday Carnival
Sony (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. ("Sony") is responsible for this SSO Payday Carnival (“Campaign”).
Sony reserves the right to cancel or amend the Campaign and the terms and conditions of this Campaign (“Terms and Conditions”) at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be posted on the Site.
Qualifying Participants
1. The Campaign is open only to participants who are residents of Malaysia as at the date of participation. Participants who are below the age of 18 years old are required to obtain the consent of their parents or guardians to participate in this Campaign.
2. You warrant to indemnify Sony against any and all claims in relation to your participation of this Campaign and breach of its Terms and Conditions contained herein. Sony’s rights are hereby expressly reserved.
3. Employees of Sony and its affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, retailers and dealers, promoters/shopfront staff under direct/indirect the employment of Sony together with their employees, and immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of each of the aforesaid persons are not eligible to participate in this Campaign.
4. Sony reserves the right to disqualify and/or exclude any entries from the Campaign, for any reason and for no reason, including without limitation, violation of any portion of these Terms and Conditions.
5. By accepting any prize, you (the “Customer”) are deemed to have agreed and accepted the following terms and conditions ("Terms and Conditions") of this Campaign.
Campaign Rules
1. This Campaign is applicable to purchases from Sony Store Online only. Purchases from physical stores and other third-party platforms are not eligible to this Campaign.
2. Campaign period is from 25th June – 30th June, 2025 (“Campaign Period”).
a) Purchase period* is from 25th June – 30th June, 2025(“Purchase Period”).
* Purchase date will be regarded as the date shown on the receipt regardless of delivery date or date of item received
3. Every RM 500 (the “Min Spend Amount”) spent on any Sony Product during the Purchase Period will entitle Customer to 1 entry into the Campaign.
4. The Min Spend Amount is the amount spent is after application of any vouchers and/or deduction of loyalty points.
5. Sony reserves the right to request proof of purchase or other evidence at any time to verify transactions, process returns, handle warranty claims, or for any other legitimate purpose.
Campaign Entries
1. By accepting any prize awarded as part of this Campaign you thereby (a) specifically authorize Sony to use and/or have third parties to use any information submitted by you in whole or in part, throughout the world, in perpetuity in or on any and all media, now known or hereafter devised, and alone or together or as part of other information, content and/or material of any kind or nature for the marketing purpose; (b) represents and warrants that all elements contained in the information submitted by you as part of this Campaign (i) is original to you or fully cleared for use as contemplated herein, (ii) does and will not, in any way, violate or breach any of the terms of any other agreement you may be a party to, (iii) is not unlawful information, infringes or violates any copyright or other right (including the image rights), (iv) does not contain libelous, tortuous, or the publication or sale of which will violate any federal or state statute or regulation, (iv) is not obscene or in any other manner unlawful, and (v) shall not require Sony to pay or incur any sums to any person or entity as a result of Sony’s use or exploitation of the same. You shall indemnify and hold harmless Sony and its affiliates from and against any claim, action, damage, loss and costs and expenses (including legal fees and professional fees) arising from or in connection with any breach of the foregoing.
2. Sony reserves the right to disqualify any Customer from participating in this Campaign in its sole and absolute discretion.
3. Acceptance of prizes shall constitute consent on the Customer’s part to allow the use by Sony of the Customer’s name, nickname, image, voice, likeness and/or the fact that the participant participated in the Campaign or won any prizes for editorial, advertising, promotional, marketing and/or other purposes without further notice or compensation, except where prohibited by law. Acceptance of any participation and/or prizes shall constitute a release and discharge of Sony and/or its authorized representatives by each Customer from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, and/or damages which the Customer may have, whether known or unknown at the present time, of any nature whatsoever, arising out of or relating to: (i) the Campaign, (ii) personal injury and/or property damage, theft or loss suffered by the participant as a result of the use and/or enjoyment of the Campaign or prizes, and/or (iii) any tax liabilities in relation to the Campaign, prizes and/or use or enjoyment of the same.
4. By accepting any prize you agree to be contacted by Sony or its authorized representatives to participate in public relations events tied to the Campaign to generate press coverage of the Campaign and the accessories range. This may include, but not be limited to, quotes given for inclusion in press releases and press conferences, interviews, etc.
Prizes
1. In the event that a Customer that has won a prize (a “Winner”) (i) does not respond to Sony within seven (7) days of being notified by Sony of his/her win; (ii) refuses to provide his/her name, address and contact information for the purpose of delivering the Prize; (iii) has breached any Terms and Conditions herein; or (iv) his/her entry is invalid for whatever reasons, his/her Prize will be forfeited and Sony shall be entitled to select another Winner.
2. In the event that any Winner is disqualified from the Campaign, Sony, at its sole discretion, may decide whether a replacement Winner should be selected. In this event, any further Winner will be selected on the same criteria as set out in the Terms and Conditions. Sony can repeat this process any number of times until it has selected a satisfactory Winner in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.
3. Sony’s decision for all Winners is final.
4. Sony has the final decision pertaining to any dispute on selection of Winner. Any appeals made including appeals to check the status of the Campaign entries, will not be entertained.
- Subject to the terms and conditions herein, the Winners of the Campaign shall receive the corresponding below listed prize(s):
[Winners] 1st Prize x 1
[Prize] PS5 Pro worth RM3,849
[Winners] 2nd Prize x 1
[Prize] ZV-1F worth RM2,599
[Winners] 3rd Prize x 1
[Prize] HT-X8500 worth RM1,599
[Winners] Consolation Prize x 20
[Prize] Mystery Gifts
6. Prizes are non-transferable and non-exchangeable for cash or kind, and is subject to availability. Sony reserves the right to replace any prize with items of similar value without prior notice.
- Acceptance of any prize shall constitute consent on the Winner's part to allow the use of the Winner's name, image, voice and/or likeness by Sony for editorial, advertising, promotional, marketing and/or other purposes without further compensation except where prohibited by law. Acceptance of any prize shall constitute a release and discharge of Sony by each Winner from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, and/or damages which the Winner may have, whether known or unknown at the present time, of any nature whatsoever, arising out of or relating to: (i) the Campaign, (ii) personal injury and/or property damage, theft or loss suffered by the Winner as a result of the use and/or enjoyment of the prize, and/or (iii) any tax liabilities in relation to the Campaign, prize and/or use or enjoyment of the same.
- Results of all Winners will be announced on the following date on the Sony Store Online on 30 July 2025.
- Winners agree to be contacted by Sony or its authorized representatives to participate in public relations events tied to the Campaign to generate press coverage of the Campaign and the accessories range. This may include, but not be limited to, quotes given for inclusion in press releases and press conferences, interviews, etc.
- Sony reserves the right to withhold Prizes pending verification of the Winner’s compliance with the Terms and Conditions of the Campaign.
- Prizes will be delivered to Winners by post to the address as provided by the Winners to Sony. Sony will not be liable for any loss and/or failure to deliver once the Prizes are handed to postage company and shall not be responsible to replace the Prize for the affected Winner.
- Where applicable, prizes not collected within 4 weeks from the date of notification for collection shall be disposed of at Sony’s sole discretion. Sony’s decision regarding the award of all prizes, and/or in every situation including any not covered in these Terms and Conditions, shall be final and binding on all participants in the Campaign, and no queries, themes or appeals may be made or entertained regarding Sony’s decision on the same. The receipt by any Winner of any prize under this Campaign is conditional upon compliance with any and all applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Liabilities
1. Sony cannot accept any responsibility for any damage, loss, injury or disappointment whatsoever suffered by any person as a result of this Campaign. Sony does not accept any liability for any damages suffered by you, or any other persons, arising from and/or as a result of your participation in this Campaign. By accepting any prize, you indemnify and hold Sony harmless against all claims arising from and/or in connection with your participation in this Campaign.
2. By accepting the prize, you agree that no claim relating to such losses or injuries (including special, indirect and consequential losses) shall be asserted against Sony, its parent companies, affiliates, directors, officers, employees or agents from any and all losses, damages, rights, claims and actions of any kind resulting from the Campaign and acceptance of any prize, including without limitation, personal injuries, death and property damage.
Use of Personal Information
1. All information, including personal information (“Information”) submitted or known to Sony and/or its affiliates in connection with this Campaign will only be used for the purposes set out in and treated in accordance with these Terms and Conditions and those stipulated in the Privacy Policy of Sony at https://www.sony-asia.com/microsite/privacypolicy/my/ (“Privacy Policy”).
2. In addition to those stipulated in the Privacy Policy, by accepting any prize, you agree:
(a) to the use of the Information, without compensation, for Sony’s promotional and marketing purposes; and
(b) to the use of the Information, without compensation, for the purpose of administration in relation to the Campaign.
Miscellaneous
1. Sony reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to terminate or suspend this Campaign without any liability to you should there be unforeseeable events which in Sony’s absolute opinion may jeopardize the process of the Campaign.
2. Sony reserves the right to amend/change the Terms and Conditions without any liability to the participants.
3. In the event of disputes regarding the Campaign or the Terms and Conditions of the Campaign, Sony shall have the right to make the final decision.
4. The Terms and Conditions of this Campaign shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Malaysia.
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features
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Features
Live in the moment
LinkBuds Open are uniquely designed with an open ring drive to keep you connected to your surroundings. What's more, the compact design and new Air Fitting Supporters for LinkBuds Open make them comfortable enough to wear all day.
Connected, present
The open ring driver unit at the centre of the diaphragm maintains audio transparency, so you can hear the world around you. You’ll hear when someone calls your name while you’re on a call, and stay connected to your friends while you listen to music.
Automatically adjusts sound volume to your environment
Adaptive Volume Control is a smart function that automatically optimises volume based on where you are. Enjoy lower volume in quiet places and higher volume in noisier environments.
Comfortable and stable
LinkBuds Open combines a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed LinkBuds Open utilising extensive ear shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982, as well as evaluation of the sensitivity of various types of ears to ensure an ideal shape that is comfortable for many people.
Innovative Fitting Supporters
LinkBuds Open are built with an evolved geometric form that fits comfortably in the ear. The newly developed Fitting Supporters ensure a stable fit for various ear sizes. Their wide coverage range maintains the fit at the tip in larger ears and at the middle for smaller ears.
Compact and lightweight
Small and light, LinkBuds Open are as easy to store and carry as they are to wear all day, wherever you go.
Your sound, whatever your style
Curate your look with a range of Fitting Supporters and Case Covers that enhance the look of your LinkBuds Open.
Curate your look
You can customise your earbuds with a variety of optional Fitting Supporters and Case Cover accessories. Mix and match different colours to create combinations to suit your style.
An iconic case design
The white LinkBuds Open feature a unique marbled pattern, giving the elegant charging case a distinctive and classy look.
Authentic, high-fidelity sound
Enjoy well-balanced, high-quality audio with clear mid- to high-ranges, powered by our Integrated Processor V2 and the specially-designed 11 mm ring-shaped driver unit.
Music, as it should sound
Our unique 11 mm ring shaped driver had to overcome significant design challenges to deliver such high-quality sound. A high-compliance diaphragm and powerful neodymium magnet were specially selected to reproduce clear mid-high frequency sounds.
Superior sound balance
Our Integrated Processor V2 offers an authentic listening experience by reproducing the detail in your music with minimal distortion. The sound tuning is intentionally designed to be well-balanced from low to high frequencies, with natural and clear vocals.
Keeping your authentic sound
When an original music source is compressed, it loses the high-frequency elements that add detail and richness to a track. Our Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE™) faithfully restores these to produce high-quality sound that’s closer to the original recording.
Ultra-clear, noise-free calls
With precise voice pickup technology and advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you’re somewhere noisy. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed with AI machine learning using more than 500 million voice samples to suppress ambient noise and extract your voice clearly in a wide range of environments.
A new sound experience for AR gaming
If you’re looking for new entertainment options beyond music and movies, the LinkBuds Open uses new sensors and spatial sound technology to deliver immersive sound for Augmented Reality games like "Ingress" from Niantic.When playing "Ingress" with the LinkBuds Open, sensor and spatial sound technologies deliver a new experience: using head tracking, the sound is conveyed from different directions to line up perfectly with the action on the screen.
Conventional use
With conventional earbuds, when your head moves, the sound moves with the earbuds. This disconnects the sound from its position in space, impairing the 3D effect and presence.
With head-tracking capability
With head tracking, when you move your head, the sound field retains its original position in 3D space, for a realistic viewing and listening experience.
Certified earbuds for a personalised experience
With 360 Reality Audio certified earbuds and the Sony | Sound Connect app, optimise your experience by analysing your individual ear shape, and enjoy the ultimate immersive music experience.
360 Spatial Sound Personalizer
With the Sony | 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer app, you’ll enjoy a sound experience that’s optimised for you. The app captures and analyses your ear shape, allowing these headphones to create your own personal spatial sound field when paired with BRAVIA TVs.
Seamless sounds. Pure joy
Switch playback between your LinkBuds earbuds and an optional LinkBuds Speaker seamlessly every time with Auto Switch. Simply place your headphones back in their case when you're near the Speaker and playback will continue on the Speaker. It automatically switches back when you take your earbuds out again for on-the-go listening.
Quick Access
A shortcut to your music with simple taps, and no need to touch your smartphone. You can simply enjoy your music effortlessly.
Experience Auto Play
Auto Play delivers music and audio notifications exactly when you need them. Playback starts automatically when you put your headphones in – no need to touch your smartphone – and plays the right music for the moment, based on your daily routines or sensing activities like a daily walk, gym workout, or commute. And, with Voice Cue you'll still be notified of important information like appointments and reminders, so you can always stay connected to both life and entertainment wherever you go.
Near, not just on the ear
With Wide Area Tap, you can use double or triple taps in front of either of your ears to control your music playback, so there’s no need to touch the LinkBuds themselves to operate them.
Instant pause. Instant play.
Just take the earbuds out of your ears and the music stops. A proximity sensor knows when you are wearing one or both earbuds. Pop the earbuds back in and the music starts again.
Control earbuds with head gestures
You can operate your earbuds using natural head gestures, like receiving or declining calls or operating Auto Play by nodding or shaking your head.
Control with your voice
Get hands-free help – just say “Hey Google" or “Alexa" to activate your preferred voice assistant. Listen to music, connect with friends, get notifications, set reminders, and more when connected to your smartphone. Or, you can also use built-in voice control for volume, and playback when connected to any device.
Talk and hear only ambient sound
You can set Speak-to-Chat to automatically pause the music as soon as you speak to someone, so you can hear just ambient sound and conduct a conversation – handy if you want to keep your earbuds on or your hands are full. And once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically.
Total convenience, total customisation
LinkBuds Open are even better with the Sound Connect app. The simple, intuitive interface lets you dial in your ideal sound and shortcut settings, and can keep track of your recent listening history. Safe Listening even lets you check you're in line with WHO healthy listening habits.
Background Music Effect
When activated, Background Music Effect uses Digital Signal Processing (DSP) to make audio sound as though it’s playing in your space, rather than feeling like it’s localised in your head – perfect for when you’re doing other tasks, or want something a little less intense.
Listen all day, charge in minutes
You can enjoy a full 8 hours of listening from your earbuds and store another 14 hours in the case. That means up to 22 hours of listening time every time you leave the house. In a hurry? Just a 3-minute quick charge gives you up to 60 minutes of play time, and the Sony | Sound Connect app will even notify you when your charging case drops below 30.
Multipoint Connection
For total convenience, these Bluetooth® earbuds can be paired with two devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your earbuds know which device is ringing and connects to the right one automatically.
Water resistant for everyday use
With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these earbuds, so you can keep on moving to the music.
Find your earbuds with Fast Pair
In one tap, the LinkBuds Open enables quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can even check to see where you last placed it.
Easy pairing with your computer
Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your earbuds with your Windows 11 or Windows 10 laptop, desktop PC or tablet. Pop-up pairing guidance appears on nearby Windows 11 or Windows 10 devices when pairing mode is selected.
Next-generation Bluetooth® audio
These earbuds are ready for LE Audio (Beta version), a next-generation wireless audio standard that enables ultra low latency, ideal for gaming. They are also compatible with Auracast™ broadcast audio for sharing music from one smartphone to multiple headphones.
A clearer, more stable Bluetooth® signal
For low latency and high sound quality, even around other interference, the Bluetooth® signal is transmitted to both ears at the same time. Thanks to the powerful Integrated Processor V2, you'll enjoy stable, skip-free, wireless sound.(A) Conventional L to R Relay BT Transmission. (B) LinkBuds L/R Simultaneous BT Transmission
Aiming to achieve a zero environmental footprint
Inspired by the beauty of the world, Sony is doing its part to help preserve the Earth, while still offering superior sound quality and listening experiences. With a goal of achieving a zero environmental footprint across the entire Sony Group by the year 2050, we are accelerating numerous green initiatives.
Recycled plastic materials
LinkBuds Open incorporate recycled plastic materials in both the earbuds and the charging case.
No plastic in individual packaging
No plastic is included in the packaging material for LinkBuds Open, reflecting our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our products.
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Specifications
Size & Weight
WEIGHTApprox. 5.1g x 2 (including fitting supporters)
General Features
HEADPHONE TYPEOpen Air
DRIVER UNIT11mm
MAGNETHigh-power neodymium magnets
FREQUENCY RESPONSE(BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION)20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling)
VOLUME CONTROLYes
WATERPROOFYes (IPX4 equivalent)
MULTIPOINT CONNECTIONYes
DSEEYes
Battery
BATTERY CHARGE TIMEApprox. 1.5 Hrs
BATTERY CHARGE METHODUSB charge (with case)
BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS MUSIC PLAYBACK TIME)Max. 8 hrs
BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS COMMUNICATION TIME)Max. 4.5 hrs
BATTERY LIFE(WAITING TIME)Max. 13 hrs
Bluetooth® Specification
BLUETOOTH® VERSIONBluetooth Specification Version 5.3
EFFECTIVE RANGE10m
FREQUENCY RANGE2.4 GHz band (2.400 0 GHz - 2.483 5 GHz)
PROFILEA2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, CSIP, MCP, VCP, CCP
SUPPORTED AUDIO FORMAT(S)SBC, AAC, LC3
SUPPORTED CONTENT PROTECTIONSCMS-T
Charging Case
WEIGHTApprox. 30.6 g
DIMENSIONApprox. 46.0 x 46.0 x 29.4 mm
BATTERY CHARGE TIMEApprox. 2.5 Hrs (USB charging)
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SSO Payday Carnival June 2025
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SSO Payday Carnival June 2025
Terms and Conditions
SSO Payday Carnival
Sony (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. ("Sony") is responsible for this SSO Payday Carnival (“Campaign”).
Sony reserves the right to cancel or amend the Campaign and the terms and conditions of this Campaign (“Terms and Conditions”) at any time without prior notice. Any changes will be posted on the Site.
Qualifying Participants
1. The Campaign is open only to participants who are residents of Malaysia as at the date of participation. Participants who are below the age of 18 years old are required to obtain the consent of their parents or guardians to participate in this Campaign.
2. You warrant to indemnify Sony against any and all claims in relation to your participation of this Campaign and breach of its Terms and Conditions contained herein. Sony’s rights are hereby expressly reserved.
3. Employees of Sony and its affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, retailers and dealers, promoters/shopfront staff under direct/indirect the employment of Sony together with their employees, and immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of each of the aforesaid persons are not eligible to participate in this Campaign.
4. Sony reserves the right to disqualify and/or exclude any entries from the Campaign, for any reason and for no reason, including without limitation, violation of any portion of these Terms and Conditions.
5. By accepting any prize, you (the “Customer”) are deemed to have agreed and accepted the following terms and conditions ("Terms and Conditions") of this Campaign.
Campaign Rules
1. This Campaign is applicable to purchases from Sony Store Online only. Purchases from physical stores and other third-party platforms are not eligible to this Campaign.
2. Campaign period is from 25th June – 30th June, 2025 (“Campaign Period”).
a) Purchase period* is from 25th June – 30th June, 2025(“Purchase Period”).
* Purchase date will be regarded as the date shown on the receipt regardless of delivery date or date of item received
3. Every RM 500 (the “Min Spend Amount”) spent on any Sony Product during the Purchase Period will entitle Customer to 1 entry into the Campaign.
4. The Min Spend Amount is the amount spent is after application of any vouchers and/or deduction of loyalty points.
5. Sony reserves the right to request proof of purchase or other evidence at any time to verify transactions, process returns, handle warranty claims, or for any other legitimate purpose.
Campaign Entries
1. By accepting any prize awarded as part of this Campaign you thereby (a) specifically authorize Sony to use and/or have third parties to use any information submitted by you in whole or in part, throughout the world, in perpetuity in or on any and all media, now known or hereafter devised, and alone or together or as part of other information, content and/or material of any kind or nature for the marketing purpose; (b) represents and warrants that all elements contained in the information submitted by you as part of this Campaign (i) is original to you or fully cleared for use as contemplated herein, (ii) does and will not, in any way, violate or breach any of the terms of any other agreement you may be a party to, (iii) is not unlawful information, infringes or violates any copyright or other right (including the image rights), (iv) does not contain libelous, tortuous, or the publication or sale of which will violate any federal or state statute or regulation, (iv) is not obscene or in any other manner unlawful, and (v) shall not require Sony to pay or incur any sums to any person or entity as a result of Sony’s use or exploitation of the same. You shall indemnify and hold harmless Sony and its affiliates from and against any claim, action, damage, loss and costs and expenses (including legal fees and professional fees) arising from or in connection with any breach of the foregoing.
2. Sony reserves the right to disqualify any Customer from participating in this Campaign in its sole and absolute discretion.
3. Acceptance of prizes shall constitute consent on the Customer’s part to allow the use by Sony of the Customer’s name, nickname, image, voice, likeness and/or the fact that the participant participated in the Campaign or won any prizes for editorial, advertising, promotional, marketing and/or other purposes without further notice or compensation, except where prohibited by law. Acceptance of any participation and/or prizes shall constitute a release and discharge of Sony and/or its authorized representatives by each Customer from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, and/or damages which the Customer may have, whether known or unknown at the present time, of any nature whatsoever, arising out of or relating to: (i) the Campaign, (ii) personal injury and/or property damage, theft or loss suffered by the participant as a result of the use and/or enjoyment of the Campaign or prizes, and/or (iii) any tax liabilities in relation to the Campaign, prizes and/or use or enjoyment of the same.
4. By accepting any prize you agree to be contacted by Sony or its authorized representatives to participate in public relations events tied to the Campaign to generate press coverage of the Campaign and the accessories range. This may include, but not be limited to, quotes given for inclusion in press releases and press conferences, interviews, etc.
Prizes
1. In the event that a Customer that has won a prize (a “Winner”) (i) does not respond to Sony within seven (7) days of being notified by Sony of his/her win; (ii) refuses to provide his/her name, address and contact information for the purpose of delivering the Prize; (iii) has breached any Terms and Conditions herein; or (iv) his/her entry is invalid for whatever reasons, his/her Prize will be forfeited and Sony shall be entitled to select another Winner.
2. In the event that any Winner is disqualified from the Campaign, Sony, at its sole discretion, may decide whether a replacement Winner should be selected. In this event, any further Winner will be selected on the same criteria as set out in the Terms and Conditions. Sony can repeat this process any number of times until it has selected a satisfactory Winner in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.
3. Sony’s decision for all Winners is final.
4. Sony has the final decision pertaining to any dispute on selection of Winner. Any appeals made including appeals to check the status of the Campaign entries, will not be entertained.
- Subject to the terms and conditions herein, the Winners of the Campaign shall receive the corresponding below listed prize(s):
[Winners] 1st Prize x 1
[Prize] PS5 Pro worth RM3,849
[Winners] 2nd Prize x 1
[Prize] ZV-1F worth RM2,599
[Winners] 3rd Prize x 1
[Prize] HT-X8500 worth RM1,599
[Winners] Consolation Prize x 20
[Prize] Mystery Gifts
6. Prizes are non-transferable and non-exchangeable for cash or kind, and is subject to availability. Sony reserves the right to replace any prize with items of similar value without prior notice.
- Acceptance of any prize shall constitute consent on the Winner's part to allow the use of the Winner's name, image, voice and/or likeness by Sony for editorial, advertising, promotional, marketing and/or other purposes without further compensation except where prohibited by law. Acceptance of any prize shall constitute a release and discharge of Sony by each Winner from any and all liability, claims, demands, causes of action, and/or damages which the Winner may have, whether known or unknown at the present time, of any nature whatsoever, arising out of or relating to: (i) the Campaign, (ii) personal injury and/or property damage, theft or loss suffered by the Winner as a result of the use and/or enjoyment of the prize, and/or (iii) any tax liabilities in relation to the Campaign, prize and/or use or enjoyment of the same.
- Results of all Winners will be announced on the following date on the Sony Store Online on 30 July 2025.
- Winners agree to be contacted by Sony or its authorized representatives to participate in public relations events tied to the Campaign to generate press coverage of the Campaign and the accessories range. This may include, but not be limited to, quotes given for inclusion in press releases and press conferences, interviews, etc.
- Sony reserves the right to withhold Prizes pending verification of the Winner’s compliance with the Terms and Conditions of the Campaign.
- Prizes will be delivered to Winners by post to the address as provided by the Winners to Sony. Sony will not be liable for any loss and/or failure to deliver once the Prizes are handed to postage company and shall not be responsible to replace the Prize for the affected Winner.
- Where applicable, prizes not collected within 4 weeks from the date of notification for collection shall be disposed of at Sony’s sole discretion. Sony’s decision regarding the award of all prizes, and/or in every situation including any not covered in these Terms and Conditions, shall be final and binding on all participants in the Campaign, and no queries, themes or appeals may be made or entertained regarding Sony’s decision on the same. The receipt by any Winner of any prize under this Campaign is conditional upon compliance with any and all applicable laws, rules and regulations.
Liabilities
1. Sony cannot accept any responsibility for any damage, loss, injury or disappointment whatsoever suffered by any person as a result of this Campaign. Sony does not accept any liability for any damages suffered by you, or any other persons, arising from and/or as a result of your participation in this Campaign. By accepting any prize, you indemnify and hold Sony harmless against all claims arising from and/or in connection with your participation in this Campaign.
2. By accepting the prize, you agree that no claim relating to such losses or injuries (including special, indirect and consequential losses) shall be asserted against Sony, its parent companies, affiliates, directors, officers, employees or agents from any and all losses, damages, rights, claims and actions of any kind resulting from the Campaign and acceptance of any prize, including without limitation, personal injuries, death and property damage.
Use of Personal Information
1. All information, including personal information (“Information”) submitted or known to Sony and/or its affiliates in connection with this Campaign will only be used for the purposes set out in and treated in accordance with these Terms and Conditions and those stipulated in the Privacy Policy of Sony at https://www.sony-asia.com/microsite/privacypolicy/my/ (“Privacy Policy”).
2. In addition to those stipulated in the Privacy Policy, by accepting any prize, you agree:
(a) to the use of the Information, without compensation, for Sony’s promotional and marketing purposes; and
(b) to the use of the Information, without compensation, for the purpose of administration in relation to the Campaign.
Miscellaneous
1. Sony reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to terminate or suspend this Campaign without any liability to you should there be unforeseeable events which in Sony’s absolute opinion may jeopardize the process of the Campaign.
2. Sony reserves the right to amend/change the Terms and Conditions without any liability to the participants.
3. In the event of disputes regarding the Campaign or the Terms and Conditions of the Campaign, Sony shall have the right to make the final decision.
4. The Terms and Conditions of this Campaign shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Malaysia.
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Features
Live in the moment
LinkBuds Open are uniquely designed with an open ring drive to keep you connected to your surroundings. What's more, the compact design and new Air Fitting Supporters for LinkBuds Open make them comfortable enough to wear all day.
Connected, present
The open ring driver unit at the centre of the diaphragm maintains audio transparency, so you can hear the world around you. You’ll hear when someone calls your name while you’re on a call, and stay connected to your friends while you listen to music.
Automatically adjusts sound volume to your environment
Adaptive Volume Control is a smart function that automatically optimises volume based on where you are. Enjoy lower volume in quiet places and higher volume in noisier environments.
Comfortable and stable
LinkBuds Open combines a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed LinkBuds Open utilising extensive ear shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982, as well as evaluation of the sensitivity of various types of ears to ensure an ideal shape that is comfortable for many people.
Innovative Fitting Supporters
LinkBuds Open are built with an evolved geometric form that fits comfortably in the ear. The newly developed Fitting Supporters ensure a stable fit for various ear sizes. Their wide coverage range maintains the fit at the tip in larger ears and at the middle for smaller ears.
Compact and lightweight
Small and light, LinkBuds Open are as easy to store and carry as they are to wear all day, wherever you go.
Your sound, whatever your style
Curate your look with a range of Fitting Supporters and Case Covers that enhance the look of your LinkBuds Open.
Curate your look
You can customise your earbuds with a variety of optional Fitting Supporters and Case Cover accessories. Mix and match different colours to create combinations to suit your style.
An iconic case design
The white LinkBuds Open feature a unique marbled pattern, giving the elegant charging case a distinctive and classy look.
Authentic, high-fidelity sound
Enjoy well-balanced, high-quality audio with clear mid- to high-ranges, powered by our Integrated Processor V2 and the specially-designed 11 mm ring-shaped driver unit.
Music, as it should sound
Our unique 11 mm ring shaped driver had to overcome significant design challenges to deliver such high-quality sound. A high-compliance diaphragm and powerful neodymium magnet were specially selected to reproduce clear mid-high frequency sounds.
Superior sound balance
Our Integrated Processor V2 offers an authentic listening experience by reproducing the detail in your music with minimal distortion. The sound tuning is intentionally designed to be well-balanced from low to high frequencies, with natural and clear vocals.
Keeping your authentic sound
When an original music source is compressed, it loses the high-frequency elements that add detail and richness to a track. Our Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE™) faithfully restores these to produce high-quality sound that’s closer to the original recording.
Ultra-clear, noise-free calls
With precise voice pickup technology and advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you’re somewhere noisy. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed with AI machine learning using more than 500 million voice samples to suppress ambient noise and extract your voice clearly in a wide range of environments.
A new sound experience for AR gaming
If you’re looking for new entertainment options beyond music and movies, the LinkBuds Open uses new sensors and spatial sound technology to deliver immersive sound for Augmented Reality games like "Ingress" from Niantic.When playing "Ingress" with the LinkBuds Open, sensor and spatial sound technologies deliver a new experience: using head tracking, the sound is conveyed from different directions to line up perfectly with the action on the screen.
Conventional use
With conventional earbuds, when your head moves, the sound moves with the earbuds. This disconnects the sound from its position in space, impairing the 3D effect and presence.
With head-tracking capability
With head tracking, when you move your head, the sound field retains its original position in 3D space, for a realistic viewing and listening experience.
Certified earbuds for a personalised experience
With 360 Reality Audio certified earbuds and the Sony | Sound Connect app, optimise your experience by analysing your individual ear shape, and enjoy the ultimate immersive music experience.
360 Spatial Sound Personalizer
With the Sony | 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer app, you’ll enjoy a sound experience that’s optimised for you. The app captures and analyses your ear shape, allowing these headphones to create your own personal spatial sound field when paired with BRAVIA TVs.
Seamless sounds. Pure joy
Switch playback between your LinkBuds earbuds and an optional LinkBuds Speaker seamlessly every time with Auto Switch. Simply place your headphones back in their case when you're near the Speaker and playback will continue on the Speaker. It automatically switches back when you take your earbuds out again for on-the-go listening.
Quick Access
A shortcut to your music with simple taps, and no need to touch your smartphone. You can simply enjoy your music effortlessly.
Experience Auto Play
Auto Play delivers music and audio notifications exactly when you need them. Playback starts automatically when you put your headphones in – no need to touch your smartphone – and plays the right music for the moment, based on your daily routines or sensing activities like a daily walk, gym workout, or commute. And, with Voice Cue you'll still be notified of important information like appointments and reminders, so you can always stay connected to both life and entertainment wherever you go.
Near, not just on the ear
With Wide Area Tap, you can use double or triple taps in front of either of your ears to control your music playback, so there’s no need to touch the LinkBuds themselves to operate them.
Instant pause. Instant play.
Just take the earbuds out of your ears and the music stops. A proximity sensor knows when you are wearing one or both earbuds. Pop the earbuds back in and the music starts again.
Control earbuds with head gestures
You can operate your earbuds using natural head gestures, like receiving or declining calls or operating Auto Play by nodding or shaking your head.
Control with your voice
Get hands-free help – just say “Hey Google" or “Alexa" to activate your preferred voice assistant. Listen to music, connect with friends, get notifications, set reminders, and more when connected to your smartphone. Or, you can also use built-in voice control for volume, and playback when connected to any device.
Talk and hear only ambient sound
You can set Speak-to-Chat to automatically pause the music as soon as you speak to someone, so you can hear just ambient sound and conduct a conversation – handy if you want to keep your earbuds on or your hands are full. And once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically.
Total convenience, total customisation
LinkBuds Open are even better with the Sound Connect app. The simple, intuitive interface lets you dial in your ideal sound and shortcut settings, and can keep track of your recent listening history. Safe Listening even lets you check you're in line with WHO healthy listening habits.
Background Music Effect
When activated, Background Music Effect uses Digital Signal Processing (DSP) to make audio sound as though it’s playing in your space, rather than feeling like it’s localised in your head – perfect for when you’re doing other tasks, or want something a little less intense.
Listen all day, charge in minutes
You can enjoy a full 8 hours of listening from your earbuds and store another 14 hours in the case. That means up to 22 hours of listening time every time you leave the house. In a hurry? Just a 3-minute quick charge gives you up to 60 minutes of play time, and the Sony | Sound Connect app will even notify you when your charging case drops below 30.
Multipoint Connection
For total convenience, these Bluetooth® earbuds can be paired with two devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your earbuds know which device is ringing and connects to the right one automatically.
Water resistant for everyday use
With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these earbuds, so you can keep on moving to the music.
Find your earbuds with Fast Pair
In one tap, the LinkBuds Open enables quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can even check to see where you last placed it.
Easy pairing with your computer
Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your earbuds with your Windows 11 or Windows 10 laptop, desktop PC or tablet. Pop-up pairing guidance appears on nearby Windows 11 or Windows 10 devices when pairing mode is selected.
Next-generation Bluetooth® audio
These earbuds are ready for LE Audio (Beta version), a next-generation wireless audio standard that enables ultra low latency, ideal for gaming. They are also compatible with Auracast™ broadcast audio for sharing music from one smartphone to multiple headphones.
A clearer, more stable Bluetooth® signal
For low latency and high sound quality, even around other interference, the Bluetooth® signal is transmitted to both ears at the same time. Thanks to the powerful Integrated Processor V2, you'll enjoy stable, skip-free, wireless sound.(A) Conventional L to R Relay BT Transmission. (B) LinkBuds L/R Simultaneous BT Transmission
Aiming to achieve a zero environmental footprint
Inspired by the beauty of the world, Sony is doing its part to help preserve the Earth, while still offering superior sound quality and listening experiences. With a goal of achieving a zero environmental footprint across the entire Sony Group by the year 2050, we are accelerating numerous green initiatives.
Recycled plastic materials
LinkBuds Open incorporate recycled plastic materials in both the earbuds and the charging case.
No plastic in individual packaging
No plastic is included in the packaging material for LinkBuds Open, reflecting our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our products.
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Specifications
Size & Weight
WEIGHTApprox. 5.1g x 2 (including fitting supporters)
General Features
HEADPHONE TYPEOpen Air
DRIVER UNIT11mm
MAGNETHigh-power neodymium magnets
FREQUENCY RESPONSE(BLUETOOTH® COMMUNICATION)20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (44.1 kHz sampling)
VOLUME CONTROLYes
WATERPROOFYes (IPX4 equivalent)
MULTIPOINT CONNECTIONYes
DSEEYes
Battery
BATTERY CHARGE TIMEApprox. 1.5 Hrs
BATTERY CHARGE METHODUSB charge (with case)
BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS MUSIC PLAYBACK TIME)Max. 8 hrs
BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS COMMUNICATION TIME)Max. 4.5 hrs
BATTERY LIFE(WAITING TIME)Max. 13 hrs
Bluetooth® Specification
BLUETOOTH® VERSIONBluetooth Specification Version 5.3
EFFECTIVE RANGE10m
FREQUENCY RANGE2.4 GHz band (2.400 0 GHz - 2.483 5 GHz)
PROFILEA2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP, TMAP, CSIP, MCP, VCP, CCP
SUPPORTED AUDIO FORMAT(S)SBC, AAC, LC3
SUPPORTED CONTENT PROTECTIONSCMS-T
Charging Case
WEIGHTApprox. 30.6 g
DIMENSIONApprox. 46.0 x 46.0 x 29.4 mm
BATTERY CHARGE TIMEApprox. 2.5 Hrs (USB charging)
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