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LinkBuds

Model: WF-L900
RM 629.00RM 849.00
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  • Overview

    All your worlds, always connected

    See how LinkBuds keep you connected and in control of your everyday music by combining super fit, open-ear styling with high call and sound quality.

    Connected and aware

    A newly developed ring-type driver unit, with the centre of the diaphragm open for audio transparency, allows you to clearly hear the sounds around you. You'll hear when someone calls your name during a call and can chat with friends while listening to music.


    Super small and light

    Approximately four grams in weight and extremely small, LinkBuds are a marvel of miniaturisation. Unlike conventional earbuds, the protective surface covering the speaker diaphragm is integrated within the housing, saving space.

     

    LinkBuds case in white with one LinkBud taken out

    Comfortable and secure fit

    LinkBuds combine a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed LinkBuds utilising extensive ear shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982.

     

    Illustration of a grey LinkBud in an ear


    Hear calls and music clearly

    Make calls without noise for crystal clear conversations. Listen to music in high sound quality with compressed tracks restored by our Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) so your favourite bands and artists always sound great.


    Ultra clear, noise-free calls

    With precise voice pickup technology with advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you are in noisy situations. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed using 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.


    inner view of a LinkBud

    Authentic, natural sound

    Enjoy well balanced, high quality sound with a clear mid-high range. Our Integrated Processor V1 reproduces all the detail in your music with minimal distortion for an authentic listening experience. A specially designed 12mm ring driver with a high compliance (low recoil) diaphragm provides rich, well-balanced sound.

     

    Lady wearing a grey LinkBud


    Give your favourite music a boost

    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.

     

    Logo for DSEE


    Everyday ease

    Our smart features make it easier than ever to enjoy your entertainment and stay in touch.


    Simply tap near the ear

    LinkBuds may be small but that doesn't mean they're difficult to use. 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.

     

    Man bringing his finger up to a white LinkBud in his ear

    Quick Access

    A shortcut to your music with simple taps – with no need to touch your smartphone. You can enjoy your music in an effortless way.

     

    8Explosion view of the internal components of the WH-1000Xm4 headphones.
    Image of the Spotify Tap logo

    Image of the Amazon Music Play Now logo

    Image of the Endel logo

    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.

     

    Image of a person on the street with illustrations around their head showing different volumes


    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 headphones on or your hands are full. And once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically.

     

    Couple talking. One wearing LinkBuds


    Seamless music and audio notifications

    Auto Play delivers music and audio notifications just when you need them. Music plays at your preferred timings, such as when you're putting your headphones on or starting to walk for a break, uplifting your mood effortlessly. Audio notification reminds you of all your important events, so your phone can stay safely in your pocket. Link with Spotify, Endel and Apple Music apps to get your favourite music and relaxing soundscapes. Auto Play app is in Beta, which means its features and experiences might be changed and improved.

     













    Control with your voice

    Get hands-free help. Just say “OK Google” or “Alexa” to activate your preferred voice assistant. Enjoy entertainment, connect with friends, get information, listen to music and notifications, set reminders, and more. You can even control your headphones’ features like checking out the remaining battery level with your voice. You can also listen to and interact with your emails in Microsoft Outlook and join Microsoft Teams using Google Assistant or Siri.

     

    Logos for Google Assistant and Alexa built-in

    Logo for Google Fast Pair

    Find your headphones with Fast Pair

    LinkBuds support Google’s helpful new Fast Pair feature. In one tap of pop-up guidance, LinkBuds enable quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can easily locate where you left your headphones by ringing them or checking their last known location on your smartphone. You’ll even receive a notification when your headphones battery is running low, so you know when to charge them.



    Logo for Swift Pair

    Easy pairing with your computer

    Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your LinkBuds 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.



    Icons of a laptop and smartphone

    Multipoint connection

    For total convenience, these Bluetooth® headphones can be paired with two Bluetooth devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your headphones know which device is ringing and connect to the right one automatically. You’ll also be able to quickly switch your headphones to either of the two devices at the touch of a button.



    A new sound experience for AR gaming

    If you’re looking for new entertainment options beyond music and calls, LinkBuds use new sensor and spatial sound technology to deliver immersive sound for Augmented Reality games like ‘Ingress’ from Niantic.
    When playing ‘Ingress’ using LinkBuds, sensor and spatial sound technology deliver a new experience, with sound delivered from different directions according to the action in the game with head tracking.

    A man with a backpack stands on a city street while smiling at his phone. Three bubbles with  video game scenes inside are floating around him.

    Made with the environment in mind

    Your LinkBuds are not only designed to be stylish but also with the environment in mind, using recycled plastic materials for aesthetic parts and plastic-free packaging.


    Recycled plastic materials

    LinkBuds use recycled plastic materials from automobile parts.

     

    Grey LinkBuds case with LinkBuds to the side surrounded by grey plastic pieces


    No plastic in individual packaging

    No plastic is included in the packaging material for LinkBuds, reflecting our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our products.

     

    LinkBuds box

    Be ready for splashes and the day ahead

    Listen anytime, anywhere with IPX4 water resistance and enough battery power to last a whole day.


    Water resistant for everyday use

    With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep on moving to the music.


    Logo for IPX4


    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 V1, you'll enjoy stable, skip-free, wireless sound.

     

    Illustration of two people listening to music with LinkBuds showing the difference between conventional Bluetooth transmission and Simultaneous BT transmission on LinkBuds


    Listen all day, charge in minutes

    You can enjoy a full working day of charge – 5.5 hours – from your headphones and store another 12 hours in the case. That means a full 17.5 hours of listening time every time you leave the house. In a hurry? Just a 10 minute quick charge gives you up to 90 minutes of play time, and the Sony | Headphones Connect app will even notify you when your charging case drops below 30%.

     

    Icons for battery life, quick charge and play timeIcons for battery life, quick charge and play time

     

    Small, perfectly formed case

    Ultra-small with a stylish rounded design, the charging case fits comfortably in your hand or pockets for life on the go. Open with a simple button press.

    LinkBuds case in grey

     

    What's in the box

    Open up the packaging for your LinkBuds and you'll find 5 sizes of fitting supporter to suit different ear shapes, and a USB-C charging cable.

     

    Image of the LinkBuds case in grey with LinkBuds, 5 sizes of arc support and a USB-C charging cable

     

    Accessibility

    We believe technology should make the world more interactive, more creative, more entertaining, and more inclusive. By incorporating human-centric, inclusive design into our audio products, we deliver our Kando experience to all our users, regardless of age, ability or environment.

     

    Image of a person listening with closed eyes, another person stretching and a third in a wheelchair painting

     

     











  • Features
    Keep every world on

    Keep every world on

    LinkBuds connect all your worlds perfectly with an open ring design that allows you to hear calls, music and other online content anytime, as well as the ambient sounds around you transparently, feeling nothing on your ear. Small and light with super fit styling for hours of comfortable wearing, they ensure you're always connected to your life, so you'll never miss a thing.

    Super small and light

    Super small and light

    Approximately four grams in weight and extremely small, LinkBuds are a marvel of miniaturisation. Unlike conventional earbuds, the protective surface covering the speaker diaphragm is integrated within the housing, saving space.

    Comfortable and secure fit

    Comfortable and secure fit

    LinkBuds combine a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed LinkBuds utilising extensive ear shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982. See our “How to” video for better wearing and listening.

    Play "How to" video

    Connected and aware

    Connected and aware

    A newly developed ring-type driver unit with the centre of the diaphragm open for audio transparency allows you to clearly hear the sounds around you. So, you'll hear when someone calls your name during a call and can chat with friends while listening to music.

    Ultra clear, noise-free calls

    Ultra clear, noise-free calls

    With precise voice pickup technology with advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you are in noisy situations. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed using 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.

    Authentic, natural sound

    Authentic, natural sound

    Enjoy well balanced, high quality sound with a clear mid-high range. Our Integrated Processor V1 reproduces all the detail in your music with minimal distortion for an authentic listening experience. A specially designed 12mm ring driver with a high compliance (low recoil) diaphragm provides rich, well-balanced sound.

    Give your favourite music a boost

    Give your favourite music a boost

    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.

    Simply tap near the ear

    Simply tap near the ear

    LinkBuds may be small but that doesn't mean they're difficult to use. 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.

    Automatically adjusts sound volume to your environment

    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.

    Talk and hear only ambient sound

    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 headphones on or your hands are full. And once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically. This is based on Precise Voice Pickup Technology, with advanced audio signal processing.

    Better mobility through technology

    Better mobility through technology

    Sony and Microsoft have come together to develop technology that helps people better navigate through the world. LinkBuds support the Microsoft Soundscape app. The unique integration enables innovative experiences for richer 3D audio-based navigation thanks to the uniquely transparent, open ear audio design, while sensors embedded in LinkBuds allow for a true heads-up and hands-free experience.

    Control with your voice

    Control with your voice

    Get hands-free help. Just say “OK Google” or “Alexa” to activate your preferred voice assistant. Enjoy entertainment, connect with friends, get information, listen to music and notifications, set reminders, and more. You can even control your headphones’ features like checking out the remaining battery level with your voice. You can also listen to and interact with your emails in Microsoft Outlook and join Microsoft Teams using Google Assistant or Siri.

    Find your headphones with Fast Pair

    Find your headphones with Fast Pair

    LinkBuds support Google’s helpful new Fast Pair feature. In one tap of pop-up guidance, LinkBuds enable quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can easily locate where you left your headphones by ringing them or checking their last known location on your smartphone. You’ll even receive a notification when your headphones battery is running low, so you know when to charge them.

    Easy pairing with your computer

    Easy pairing with your computer

    Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your LinkBuds 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.

    Quick access to your favourite music

    Quick access to your favourite music

    With Quick access, you can configure LinkBuds to resume Spotify playback with just a couple of taps – no need to touch your smartphone.

    Recycled plastic materials

    Recycled plastic materials

    LinkBuds use recycled plastic materials from automobile parts.

    No plastic in individual packaging

    No plastic in individual packaging

    No plastic is included in the packaging material for LinkBuds, reflecting Sony’s commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our products.

    Water resistant for everyday use

    Water resistant for everyday use

    With an IPX4 water resistance rating splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep on moving to the music.

    A clearer, more stable Bluetooth signal

    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 V1, you'll enjoy stable, skip-free, wireless sound. (A) Conventional L to R Relay BT Transmission. (B) LinkBuds L/R Simultaneous BT Transmission.

    Listen all day, charge in minutes

    Listen all day, charge in minutes

    You can enjoy a full working day of charge – 5.5 hours – from your headphones and store another 12 hours in the case. That means a full 17.5 hours of listening time every time you leave the house. In a hurry? Just a 10 minute quick charge gives you up to 90 minutes of play time, and the Sony | Headphones Connect app will even notify you when your charging case drops below 30%.

    Small, perfectly formed case

    Small, perfectly formed case

    Ultra-small with a stylish rounded design, the charging case fits comfortably in your hand or pockets for life on the go. Open with a simple button press.

    What's in the box

    What's in the box

    Open up the packaging for your LinkBuds and you’ll find 5 sizes of arc support to suit different ear shapes and a USB-C charging cable.

    So immersive. So real.

    So immersive. So real.

    Immerse yourself in sound all around you. As real as if you are there at a live concert or with the artist recording in a studio. With 360 Reality Audio, music has never been so immersive and so real. These headphones let you enjoy 360 Reality Audio.

  • Specifications

    Size & Weight

    Weight

    Approx. 4.1 g x 2

    General Features

    Headphone Type

    Open, Dynamic

    Magnet

    High power neodymium magnets

    Frequency Response(Bluetooth® Communication)

    20Hz -20,000Hz (44.1kHz sampling)

    Waterproof

    Yes (IPX4)

    DSEE

    Yes

    Battery

    Battery Charge Method

    USB Charging (with Case)

    Battery Life(continuous music playback time)

    Max. 5.5 hrs

    BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS COMMUNICATION TIME)

    Max. 2.5 hrs

    Battery Life(Waiting Time)

    Max. 11 hrs

    Bluetooth® Specification

    Bluetooth® version

    Bluetooth Specification Version5.2

    Effective Range

    10m

    Frequency Range

    2.4GHz band (2.4000GHz -2.4835GHz)

    Profile

    A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP

    Supported Audio Format(s)

    SBC, AAC

    Supported Content Protection

    SCMS-T

    Charging Case

    Weight

    Approx. 34 g

    Dimension

    Approx41.4 x 48.5 x 30.9mm

  • Support
  • Overview

    All your worlds, always connected

    See how LinkBuds keep you connected and in control of your everyday music by combining super fit, open-ear styling with high call and sound quality.

    Connected and aware

    A newly developed ring-type driver unit, with the centre of the diaphragm open for audio transparency, allows you to clearly hear the sounds around you. You'll hear when someone calls your name during a call and can chat with friends while listening to music.


    Super small and light

    Approximately four grams in weight and extremely small, LinkBuds are a marvel of miniaturisation. Unlike conventional earbuds, the protective surface covering the speaker diaphragm is integrated within the housing, saving space.

     

    LinkBuds case in white with one LinkBud taken out

    Comfortable and secure fit

    LinkBuds combine a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed LinkBuds utilising extensive ear shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982.

     

    Illustration of a grey LinkBud in an ear


    Hear calls and music clearly

    Make calls without noise for crystal clear conversations. Listen to music in high sound quality with compressed tracks restored by our Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) so your favourite bands and artists always sound great.


    Ultra clear, noise-free calls

    With precise voice pickup technology with advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you are in noisy situations. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed using 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.


    inner view of a LinkBud

    Authentic, natural sound

    Enjoy well balanced, high quality sound with a clear mid-high range. Our Integrated Processor V1 reproduces all the detail in your music with minimal distortion for an authentic listening experience. A specially designed 12mm ring driver with a high compliance (low recoil) diaphragm provides rich, well-balanced sound.

     

    Lady wearing a grey LinkBud


    Give your favourite music a boost

    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.

     

    Logo for DSEE


    Everyday ease

    Our smart features make it easier than ever to enjoy your entertainment and stay in touch.


    Simply tap near the ear

    LinkBuds may be small but that doesn't mean they're difficult to use. 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.

     

    Man bringing his finger up to a white LinkBud in his ear

    Quick Access

    A shortcut to your music with simple taps – with no need to touch your smartphone. You can enjoy your music in an effortless way.

     

    8Explosion view of the internal components of the WH-1000Xm4 headphones.
    Image of the Spotify Tap logo

    Image of the Amazon Music Play Now logo

    Image of the Endel logo

    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.

     

    Image of a person on the street with illustrations around their head showing different volumes


    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 headphones on or your hands are full. And once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically.

     

    Couple talking. One wearing LinkBuds


    Seamless music and audio notifications

    Auto Play delivers music and audio notifications just when you need them. Music plays at your preferred timings, such as when you're putting your headphones on or starting to walk for a break, uplifting your mood effortlessly. Audio notification reminds you of all your important events, so your phone can stay safely in your pocket. Link with Spotify, Endel and Apple Music apps to get your favourite music and relaxing soundscapes. Auto Play app is in Beta, which means its features and experiences might be changed and improved.

     













    Control with your voice

    Get hands-free help. Just say “OK Google” or “Alexa” to activate your preferred voice assistant. Enjoy entertainment, connect with friends, get information, listen to music and notifications, set reminders, and more. You can even control your headphones’ features like checking out the remaining battery level with your voice. You can also listen to and interact with your emails in Microsoft Outlook and join Microsoft Teams using Google Assistant or Siri.

     

    Logos for Google Assistant and Alexa built-in

    Logo for Google Fast Pair

    Find your headphones with Fast Pair

    LinkBuds support Google’s helpful new Fast Pair feature. In one tap of pop-up guidance, LinkBuds enable quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can easily locate where you left your headphones by ringing them or checking their last known location on your smartphone. You’ll even receive a notification when your headphones battery is running low, so you know when to charge them.



    Logo for Swift Pair

    Easy pairing with your computer

    Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your LinkBuds 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.



    Icons of a laptop and smartphone

    Multipoint connection

    For total convenience, these Bluetooth® headphones can be paired with two Bluetooth devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your headphones know which device is ringing and connect to the right one automatically. You’ll also be able to quickly switch your headphones to either of the two devices at the touch of a button.



    A new sound experience for AR gaming

    If you’re looking for new entertainment options beyond music and calls, LinkBuds use new sensor and spatial sound technology to deliver immersive sound for Augmented Reality games like ‘Ingress’ from Niantic.
    When playing ‘Ingress’ using LinkBuds, sensor and spatial sound technology deliver a new experience, with sound delivered from different directions according to the action in the game with head tracking.

    A man with a backpack stands on a city street while smiling at his phone. Three bubbles with  video game scenes inside are floating around him.

    Made with the environment in mind

    Your LinkBuds are not only designed to be stylish but also with the environment in mind, using recycled plastic materials for aesthetic parts and plastic-free packaging.


    Recycled plastic materials

    LinkBuds use recycled plastic materials from automobile parts.

     

    Grey LinkBuds case with LinkBuds to the side surrounded by grey plastic pieces


    No plastic in individual packaging

    No plastic is included in the packaging material for LinkBuds, reflecting our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our products.

     

    LinkBuds box

    Be ready for splashes and the day ahead

    Listen anytime, anywhere with IPX4 water resistance and enough battery power to last a whole day.


    Water resistant for everyday use

    With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep on moving to the music.


    Logo for IPX4


    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 V1, you'll enjoy stable, skip-free, wireless sound.

     

    Illustration of two people listening to music with LinkBuds showing the difference between conventional Bluetooth transmission and Simultaneous BT transmission on LinkBuds


    Listen all day, charge in minutes

    You can enjoy a full working day of charge – 5.5 hours – from your headphones and store another 12 hours in the case. That means a full 17.5 hours of listening time every time you leave the house. In a hurry? Just a 10 minute quick charge gives you up to 90 minutes of play time, and the Sony | Headphones Connect app will even notify you when your charging case drops below 30%.

     

    Icons for battery life, quick charge and play timeIcons for battery life, quick charge and play time

     

    Small, perfectly formed case

    Ultra-small with a stylish rounded design, the charging case fits comfortably in your hand or pockets for life on the go. Open with a simple button press.

    LinkBuds case in grey

     

    What's in the box

    Open up the packaging for your LinkBuds and you'll find 5 sizes of fitting supporter to suit different ear shapes, and a USB-C charging cable.

     

    Image of the LinkBuds case in grey with LinkBuds, 5 sizes of arc support and a USB-C charging cable

     

    Accessibility

    We believe technology should make the world more interactive, more creative, more entertaining, and more inclusive. By incorporating human-centric, inclusive design into our audio products, we deliver our Kando experience to all our users, regardless of age, ability or environment.

     

    Image of a person listening with closed eyes, another person stretching and a third in a wheelchair painting

     

     











  • Features
    Keep every world on

    Keep every world on

    LinkBuds connect all your worlds perfectly with an open ring design that allows you to hear calls, music and other online content anytime, as well as the ambient sounds around you transparently, feeling nothing on your ear. Small and light with super fit styling for hours of comfortable wearing, they ensure you're always connected to your life, so you'll never miss a thing.

    Super small and light

    Super small and light

    Approximately four grams in weight and extremely small, LinkBuds are a marvel of miniaturisation. Unlike conventional earbuds, the protective surface covering the speaker diaphragm is integrated within the housing, saving space.

    Comfortable and secure fit

    Comfortable and secure fit

    LinkBuds combine a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed LinkBuds utilising extensive ear shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982. See our “How to” video for better wearing and listening.

    Play "How to" video

    Connected and aware

    Connected and aware

    A newly developed ring-type driver unit with the centre of the diaphragm open for audio transparency allows you to clearly hear the sounds around you. So, you'll hear when someone calls your name during a call and can chat with friends while listening to music.

    Ultra clear, noise-free calls

    Ultra clear, noise-free calls

    With precise voice pickup technology with advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you are in noisy situations. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed using 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.

    Authentic, natural sound

    Authentic, natural sound

    Enjoy well balanced, high quality sound with a clear mid-high range. Our Integrated Processor V1 reproduces all the detail in your music with minimal distortion for an authentic listening experience. A specially designed 12mm ring driver with a high compliance (low recoil) diaphragm provides rich, well-balanced sound.

    Give your favourite music a boost

    Give your favourite music a boost

    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.

    Simply tap near the ear

    Simply tap near the ear

    LinkBuds may be small but that doesn't mean they're difficult to use. 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.

    Automatically adjusts sound volume to your environment

    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.

    Talk and hear only ambient sound

    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 headphones on or your hands are full. And once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically. This is based on Precise Voice Pickup Technology, with advanced audio signal processing.

    Better mobility through technology

    Better mobility through technology

    Sony and Microsoft have come together to develop technology that helps people better navigate through the world. LinkBuds support the Microsoft Soundscape app. The unique integration enables innovative experiences for richer 3D audio-based navigation thanks to the uniquely transparent, open ear audio design, while sensors embedded in LinkBuds allow for a true heads-up and hands-free experience.

    Control with your voice

    Control with your voice

    Get hands-free help. Just say “OK Google” or “Alexa” to activate your preferred voice assistant. Enjoy entertainment, connect with friends, get information, listen to music and notifications, set reminders, and more. You can even control your headphones’ features like checking out the remaining battery level with your voice. You can also listen to and interact with your emails in Microsoft Outlook and join Microsoft Teams using Google Assistant or Siri.

    Find your headphones with Fast Pair

    Find your headphones with Fast Pair

    LinkBuds support Google’s helpful new Fast Pair feature. In one tap of pop-up guidance, LinkBuds enable quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can easily locate where you left your headphones by ringing them or checking their last known location on your smartphone. You’ll even receive a notification when your headphones battery is running low, so you know when to charge them.

    Easy pairing with your computer

    Easy pairing with your computer

    Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your LinkBuds 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.

    Quick access to your favourite music

    Quick access to your favourite music

    With Quick access, you can configure LinkBuds to resume Spotify playback with just a couple of taps – no need to touch your smartphone.

    Recycled plastic materials

    Recycled plastic materials

    LinkBuds use recycled plastic materials from automobile parts.

    No plastic in individual packaging

    No plastic in individual packaging

    No plastic is included in the packaging material for LinkBuds, reflecting Sony’s commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our products.

    Water resistant for everyday use

    Water resistant for everyday use

    With an IPX4 water resistance rating splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep on moving to the music.

    A clearer, more stable Bluetooth signal

    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 V1, you'll enjoy stable, skip-free, wireless sound. (A) Conventional L to R Relay BT Transmission. (B) LinkBuds L/R Simultaneous BT Transmission.

    Listen all day, charge in minutes

    Listen all day, charge in minutes

    You can enjoy a full working day of charge – 5.5 hours – from your headphones and store another 12 hours in the case. That means a full 17.5 hours of listening time every time you leave the house. In a hurry? Just a 10 minute quick charge gives you up to 90 minutes of play time, and the Sony | Headphones Connect app will even notify you when your charging case drops below 30%.

    Small, perfectly formed case

    Small, perfectly formed case

    Ultra-small with a stylish rounded design, the charging case fits comfortably in your hand or pockets for life on the go. Open with a simple button press.

    What's in the box

    What's in the box

    Open up the packaging for your LinkBuds and you’ll find 5 sizes of arc support to suit different ear shapes and a USB-C charging cable.

    So immersive. So real.

    So immersive. So real.

    Immerse yourself in sound all around you. As real as if you are there at a live concert or with the artist recording in a studio. With 360 Reality Audio, music has never been so immersive and so real. These headphones let you enjoy 360 Reality Audio.

  • Specifications

    Size & Weight

    Weight

    Approx. 4.1 g x 2

    General Features

    Headphone Type

    Open, Dynamic

    Magnet

    High power neodymium magnets

    Frequency Response(Bluetooth® Communication)

    20Hz -20,000Hz (44.1kHz sampling)

    Waterproof

    Yes (IPX4)

    DSEE

    Yes

    Battery

    Battery Charge Method

    USB Charging (with Case)

    Battery Life(continuous music playback time)

    Max. 5.5 hrs

    BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS COMMUNICATION TIME)

    Max. 2.5 hrs

    Battery Life(Waiting Time)

    Max. 11 hrs

    Bluetooth® Specification

    Bluetooth® version

    Bluetooth Specification Version5.2

    Effective Range

    10m

    Frequency Range

    2.4GHz band (2.4000GHz -2.4835GHz)

    Profile

    A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP

    Supported Audio Format(s)

    SBC, AAC

    Supported Content Protection

    SCMS-T

    Charging Case

    Weight

    Approx. 34 g

    Dimension

    Approx41.4 x 48.5 x 30.9mm

  • Support
  • Overview
    • Overview

      All your worlds, always connected

      See how LinkBuds keep you connected and in control of your everyday music by combining super fit, open-ear styling with high call and sound quality.

      Connected and aware

      A newly developed ring-type driver unit, with the centre of the diaphragm open for audio transparency, allows you to clearly hear the sounds around you. You'll hear when someone calls your name during a call and can chat with friends while listening to music.


      Super small and light

      Approximately four grams in weight and extremely small, LinkBuds are a marvel of miniaturisation. Unlike conventional earbuds, the protective surface covering the speaker diaphragm is integrated within the housing, saving space.

       

      LinkBuds case in white with one LinkBud taken out

      Comfortable and secure fit

      LinkBuds combine a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed LinkBuds utilising extensive ear shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982.

       

      Illustration of a grey LinkBud in an ear


      Hear calls and music clearly

      Make calls without noise for crystal clear conversations. Listen to music in high sound quality with compressed tracks restored by our Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) so your favourite bands and artists always sound great.


      Ultra clear, noise-free calls

      With precise voice pickup technology with advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you are in noisy situations. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed using 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.


      inner view of a LinkBud

      Authentic, natural sound

      Enjoy well balanced, high quality sound with a clear mid-high range. Our Integrated Processor V1 reproduces all the detail in your music with minimal distortion for an authentic listening experience. A specially designed 12mm ring driver with a high compliance (low recoil) diaphragm provides rich, well-balanced sound.

       

      Lady wearing a grey LinkBud


      Give your favourite music a boost

      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.

       

      Logo for DSEE


      Everyday ease

      Our smart features make it easier than ever to enjoy your entertainment and stay in touch.


      Simply tap near the ear

      LinkBuds may be small but that doesn't mean they're difficult to use. 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.

       

      Man bringing his finger up to a white LinkBud in his ear

      Quick Access

      A shortcut to your music with simple taps – with no need to touch your smartphone. You can enjoy your music in an effortless way.

       

      8Explosion view of the internal components of the WH-1000Xm4 headphones.
      Image of the Spotify Tap logo

      Image of the Amazon Music Play Now logo

      Image of the Endel logo

      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.

       

      Image of a person on the street with illustrations around their head showing different volumes


      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 headphones on or your hands are full. And once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically.

       

      Couple talking. One wearing LinkBuds


      Seamless music and audio notifications

      Auto Play delivers music and audio notifications just when you need them. Music plays at your preferred timings, such as when you're putting your headphones on or starting to walk for a break, uplifting your mood effortlessly. Audio notification reminds you of all your important events, so your phone can stay safely in your pocket. Link with Spotify, Endel and Apple Music apps to get your favourite music and relaxing soundscapes. Auto Play app is in Beta, which means its features and experiences might be changed and improved.

       













      Control with your voice

      Get hands-free help. Just say “OK Google” or “Alexa” to activate your preferred voice assistant. Enjoy entertainment, connect with friends, get information, listen to music and notifications, set reminders, and more. You can even control your headphones’ features like checking out the remaining battery level with your voice. You can also listen to and interact with your emails in Microsoft Outlook and join Microsoft Teams using Google Assistant or Siri.

       

      Logos for Google Assistant and Alexa built-in

      Logo for Google Fast Pair

      Find your headphones with Fast Pair

      LinkBuds support Google’s helpful new Fast Pair feature. In one tap of pop-up guidance, LinkBuds enable quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can easily locate where you left your headphones by ringing them or checking their last known location on your smartphone. You’ll even receive a notification when your headphones battery is running low, so you know when to charge them.



      Logo for Swift Pair

      Easy pairing with your computer

      Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your LinkBuds 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.



      Icons of a laptop and smartphone

      Multipoint connection

      For total convenience, these Bluetooth® headphones can be paired with two Bluetooth devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your headphones know which device is ringing and connect to the right one automatically. You’ll also be able to quickly switch your headphones to either of the two devices at the touch of a button.



      A new sound experience for AR gaming

      If you’re looking for new entertainment options beyond music and calls, LinkBuds use new sensor and spatial sound technology to deliver immersive sound for Augmented Reality games like ‘Ingress’ from Niantic.
      When playing ‘Ingress’ using LinkBuds, sensor and spatial sound technology deliver a new experience, with sound delivered from different directions according to the action in the game with head tracking.

      A man with a backpack stands on a city street while smiling at his phone. Three bubbles with  video game scenes inside are floating around him.

      Made with the environment in mind

      Your LinkBuds are not only designed to be stylish but also with the environment in mind, using recycled plastic materials for aesthetic parts and plastic-free packaging.


      Recycled plastic materials

      LinkBuds use recycled plastic materials from automobile parts.

       

      Grey LinkBuds case with LinkBuds to the side surrounded by grey plastic pieces


      No plastic in individual packaging

      No plastic is included in the packaging material for LinkBuds, reflecting our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our products.

       

      LinkBuds box

      Be ready for splashes and the day ahead

      Listen anytime, anywhere with IPX4 water resistance and enough battery power to last a whole day.


      Water resistant for everyday use

      With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep on moving to the music.


      Logo for IPX4


      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 V1, you'll enjoy stable, skip-free, wireless sound.

       

      Illustration of two people listening to music with LinkBuds showing the difference between conventional Bluetooth transmission and Simultaneous BT transmission on LinkBuds


      Listen all day, charge in minutes

      You can enjoy a full working day of charge – 5.5 hours – from your headphones and store another 12 hours in the case. That means a full 17.5 hours of listening time every time you leave the house. In a hurry? Just a 10 minute quick charge gives you up to 90 minutes of play time, and the Sony | Headphones Connect app will even notify you when your charging case drops below 30%.

       

      Icons for battery life, quick charge and play timeIcons for battery life, quick charge and play time

       

      Small, perfectly formed case

      Ultra-small with a stylish rounded design, the charging case fits comfortably in your hand or pockets for life on the go. Open with a simple button press.

      LinkBuds case in grey

       

      What's in the box

      Open up the packaging for your LinkBuds and you'll find 5 sizes of fitting supporter to suit different ear shapes, and a USB-C charging cable.

       

      Image of the LinkBuds case in grey with LinkBuds, 5 sizes of arc support and a USB-C charging cable

       

      Accessibility

      We believe technology should make the world more interactive, more creative, more entertaining, and more inclusive. By incorporating human-centric, inclusive design into our audio products, we deliver our Kando experience to all our users, regardless of age, ability or environment.

       

      Image of a person listening with closed eyes, another person stretching and a third in a wheelchair painting

       

       











  • features
    • Features
      Keep every world on

      Keep every world on

      LinkBuds connect all your worlds perfectly with an open ring design that allows you to hear calls, music and other online content anytime, as well as the ambient sounds around you transparently, feeling nothing on your ear. Small and light with super fit styling for hours of comfortable wearing, they ensure you're always connected to your life, so you'll never miss a thing.

      Super small and light

      Super small and light

      Approximately four grams in weight and extremely small, LinkBuds are a marvel of miniaturisation. Unlike conventional earbuds, the protective surface covering the speaker diaphragm is integrated within the housing, saving space.

      Comfortable and secure fit

      Comfortable and secure fit

      LinkBuds combine a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed LinkBuds utilising extensive ear shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982. See our “How to” video for better wearing and listening.

      Play "How to" video

      Connected and aware

      Connected and aware

      A newly developed ring-type driver unit with the centre of the diaphragm open for audio transparency allows you to clearly hear the sounds around you. So, you'll hear when someone calls your name during a call and can chat with friends while listening to music.

      Ultra clear, noise-free calls

      Ultra clear, noise-free calls

      With precise voice pickup technology with advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you are in noisy situations. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed using 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.

      Authentic, natural sound

      Authentic, natural sound

      Enjoy well balanced, high quality sound with a clear mid-high range. Our Integrated Processor V1 reproduces all the detail in your music with minimal distortion for an authentic listening experience. A specially designed 12mm ring driver with a high compliance (low recoil) diaphragm provides rich, well-balanced sound.

      Give your favourite music a boost

      Give your favourite music a boost

      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.

      Simply tap near the ear

      Simply tap near the ear

      LinkBuds may be small but that doesn't mean they're difficult to use. 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.

      Automatically adjusts sound volume to your environment

      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.

      Talk and hear only ambient sound

      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 headphones on or your hands are full. And once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically. This is based on Precise Voice Pickup Technology, with advanced audio signal processing.

      Better mobility through technology

      Better mobility through technology

      Sony and Microsoft have come together to develop technology that helps people better navigate through the world. LinkBuds support the Microsoft Soundscape app. The unique integration enables innovative experiences for richer 3D audio-based navigation thanks to the uniquely transparent, open ear audio design, while sensors embedded in LinkBuds allow for a true heads-up and hands-free experience.

      Control with your voice

      Control with your voice

      Get hands-free help. Just say “OK Google” or “Alexa” to activate your preferred voice assistant. Enjoy entertainment, connect with friends, get information, listen to music and notifications, set reminders, and more. You can even control your headphones’ features like checking out the remaining battery level with your voice. You can also listen to and interact with your emails in Microsoft Outlook and join Microsoft Teams using Google Assistant or Siri.

      Find your headphones with Fast Pair

      Find your headphones with Fast Pair

      LinkBuds support Google’s helpful new Fast Pair feature. In one tap of pop-up guidance, LinkBuds enable quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can easily locate where you left your headphones by ringing them or checking their last known location on your smartphone. You’ll even receive a notification when your headphones battery is running low, so you know when to charge them.

      Easy pairing with your computer

      Easy pairing with your computer

      Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your LinkBuds 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.

      Quick access to your favourite music

      Quick access to your favourite music

      With Quick access, you can configure LinkBuds to resume Spotify playback with just a couple of taps – no need to touch your smartphone.

      Recycled plastic materials

      Recycled plastic materials

      LinkBuds use recycled plastic materials from automobile parts.

      No plastic in individual packaging

      No plastic in individual packaging

      No plastic is included in the packaging material for LinkBuds, reflecting Sony’s commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our products.

      Water resistant for everyday use

      Water resistant for everyday use

      With an IPX4 water resistance rating splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep on moving to the music.

      A clearer, more stable Bluetooth signal

      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 V1, you'll enjoy stable, skip-free, wireless sound. (A) Conventional L to R Relay BT Transmission. (B) LinkBuds L/R Simultaneous BT Transmission.

      Listen all day, charge in minutes

      Listen all day, charge in minutes

      You can enjoy a full working day of charge – 5.5 hours – from your headphones and store another 12 hours in the case. That means a full 17.5 hours of listening time every time you leave the house. In a hurry? Just a 10 minute quick charge gives you up to 90 minutes of play time, and the Sony | Headphones Connect app will even notify you when your charging case drops below 30%.

      Small, perfectly formed case

      Small, perfectly formed case

      Ultra-small with a stylish rounded design, the charging case fits comfortably in your hand or pockets for life on the go. Open with a simple button press.

      What's in the box

      What's in the box

      Open up the packaging for your LinkBuds and you’ll find 5 sizes of arc support to suit different ear shapes and a USB-C charging cable.

      So immersive. So real.

      So immersive. So real.

      Immerse yourself in sound all around you. As real as if you are there at a live concert or with the artist recording in a studio. With 360 Reality Audio, music has never been so immersive and so real. These headphones let you enjoy 360 Reality Audio.

  • specifications
    • Specifications

      Size & Weight

      Weight

      Approx. 4.1 g x 2

      General Features

      Headphone Type

      Open, Dynamic

      Magnet

      High power neodymium magnets

      Frequency Response(Bluetooth® Communication)

      20Hz -20,000Hz (44.1kHz sampling)

      Waterproof

      Yes (IPX4)

      DSEE

      Yes

      Battery

      Battery Charge Method

      USB Charging (with Case)

      Battery Life(continuous music playback time)

      Max. 5.5 hrs

      BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS COMMUNICATION TIME)

      Max. 2.5 hrs

      Battery Life(Waiting Time)

      Max. 11 hrs

      Bluetooth® Specification

      Bluetooth® version

      Bluetooth Specification Version5.2

      Effective Range

      10m

      Frequency Range

      2.4GHz band (2.4000GHz -2.4835GHz)

      Profile

      A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP

      Supported Audio Format(s)

      SBC, AAC

      Supported Content Protection

      SCMS-T

      Charging Case

      Weight

      Approx. 34 g

      Dimension

      Approx41.4 x 48.5 x 30.9mm

  • Reviews
    • Reviews
  • Support
  • Overview
    • Overview

      All your worlds, always connected

      See how LinkBuds keep you connected and in control of your everyday music by combining super fit, open-ear styling with high call and sound quality.

      Connected and aware

      A newly developed ring-type driver unit, with the centre of the diaphragm open for audio transparency, allows you to clearly hear the sounds around you. You'll hear when someone calls your name during a call and can chat with friends while listening to music.


      Super small and light

      Approximately four grams in weight and extremely small, LinkBuds are a marvel of miniaturisation. Unlike conventional earbuds, the protective surface covering the speaker diaphragm is integrated within the housing, saving space.

       

      LinkBuds case in white with one LinkBud taken out

      Comfortable and secure fit

      LinkBuds combine a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed LinkBuds utilising extensive ear shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982.

       

      Illustration of a grey LinkBud in an ear


      Hear calls and music clearly

      Make calls without noise for crystal clear conversations. Listen to music in high sound quality with compressed tracks restored by our Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) so your favourite bands and artists always sound great.


      Ultra clear, noise-free calls

      With precise voice pickup technology with advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you are in noisy situations. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed using 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.


      inner view of a LinkBud

      Authentic, natural sound

      Enjoy well balanced, high quality sound with a clear mid-high range. Our Integrated Processor V1 reproduces all the detail in your music with minimal distortion for an authentic listening experience. A specially designed 12mm ring driver with a high compliance (low recoil) diaphragm provides rich, well-balanced sound.

       

      Lady wearing a grey LinkBud


      Give your favourite music a boost

      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.

       

      Logo for DSEE


      Everyday ease

      Our smart features make it easier than ever to enjoy your entertainment and stay in touch.


      Simply tap near the ear

      LinkBuds may be small but that doesn't mean they're difficult to use. 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.

       

      Man bringing his finger up to a white LinkBud in his ear

      Quick Access

      A shortcut to your music with simple taps – with no need to touch your smartphone. You can enjoy your music in an effortless way.

       

      8Explosion view of the internal components of the WH-1000Xm4 headphones.
      Image of the Spotify Tap logo

      Image of the Amazon Music Play Now logo

      Image of the Endel logo

      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.

       

      Image of a person on the street with illustrations around their head showing different volumes


      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 headphones on or your hands are full. And once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically.

       

      Couple talking. One wearing LinkBuds


      Seamless music and audio notifications

      Auto Play delivers music and audio notifications just when you need them. Music plays at your preferred timings, such as when you're putting your headphones on or starting to walk for a break, uplifting your mood effortlessly. Audio notification reminds you of all your important events, so your phone can stay safely in your pocket. Link with Spotify, Endel and Apple Music apps to get your favourite music and relaxing soundscapes. Auto Play app is in Beta, which means its features and experiences might be changed and improved.

       













      Control with your voice

      Get hands-free help. Just say “OK Google” or “Alexa” to activate your preferred voice assistant. Enjoy entertainment, connect with friends, get information, listen to music and notifications, set reminders, and more. You can even control your headphones’ features like checking out the remaining battery level with your voice. You can also listen to and interact with your emails in Microsoft Outlook and join Microsoft Teams using Google Assistant or Siri.

       

      Logos for Google Assistant and Alexa built-in

      Logo for Google Fast Pair

      Find your headphones with Fast Pair

      LinkBuds support Google’s helpful new Fast Pair feature. In one tap of pop-up guidance, LinkBuds enable quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can easily locate where you left your headphones by ringing them or checking their last known location on your smartphone. You’ll even receive a notification when your headphones battery is running low, so you know when to charge them.



      Logo for Swift Pair

      Easy pairing with your computer

      Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your LinkBuds 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.



      Icons of a laptop and smartphone

      Multipoint connection

      For total convenience, these Bluetooth® headphones can be paired with two Bluetooth devices at the same time. So when a call comes in, your headphones know which device is ringing and connect to the right one automatically. You’ll also be able to quickly switch your headphones to either of the two devices at the touch of a button.



      A new sound experience for AR gaming

      If you’re looking for new entertainment options beyond music and calls, LinkBuds use new sensor and spatial sound technology to deliver immersive sound for Augmented Reality games like ‘Ingress’ from Niantic.
      When playing ‘Ingress’ using LinkBuds, sensor and spatial sound technology deliver a new experience, with sound delivered from different directions according to the action in the game with head tracking.

      A man with a backpack stands on a city street while smiling at his phone. Three bubbles with  video game scenes inside are floating around him.

      Made with the environment in mind

      Your LinkBuds are not only designed to be stylish but also with the environment in mind, using recycled plastic materials for aesthetic parts and plastic-free packaging.


      Recycled plastic materials

      LinkBuds use recycled plastic materials from automobile parts.

       

      Grey LinkBuds case with LinkBuds to the side surrounded by grey plastic pieces


      No plastic in individual packaging

      No plastic is included in the packaging material for LinkBuds, reflecting our commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our products.

       

      LinkBuds box

      Be ready for splashes and the day ahead

      Listen anytime, anywhere with IPX4 water resistance and enough battery power to last a whole day.


      Water resistant for everyday use

      With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep on moving to the music.


      Logo for IPX4


      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 V1, you'll enjoy stable, skip-free, wireless sound.

       

      Illustration of two people listening to music with LinkBuds showing the difference between conventional Bluetooth transmission and Simultaneous BT transmission on LinkBuds


      Listen all day, charge in minutes

      You can enjoy a full working day of charge – 5.5 hours – from your headphones and store another 12 hours in the case. That means a full 17.5 hours of listening time every time you leave the house. In a hurry? Just a 10 minute quick charge gives you up to 90 minutes of play time, and the Sony | Headphones Connect app will even notify you when your charging case drops below 30%.

       

      Icons for battery life, quick charge and play timeIcons for battery life, quick charge and play time

       

      Small, perfectly formed case

      Ultra-small with a stylish rounded design, the charging case fits comfortably in your hand or pockets for life on the go. Open with a simple button press.

      LinkBuds case in grey

       

      What's in the box

      Open up the packaging for your LinkBuds and you'll find 5 sizes of fitting supporter to suit different ear shapes, and a USB-C charging cable.

       

      Image of the LinkBuds case in grey with LinkBuds, 5 sizes of arc support and a USB-C charging cable

       

      Accessibility

      We believe technology should make the world more interactive, more creative, more entertaining, and more inclusive. By incorporating human-centric, inclusive design into our audio products, we deliver our Kando experience to all our users, regardless of age, ability or environment.

       

      Image of a person listening with closed eyes, another person stretching and a third in a wheelchair painting

       

       











  • features
    • Features
      Keep every world on

      Keep every world on

      LinkBuds connect all your worlds perfectly with an open ring design that allows you to hear calls, music and other online content anytime, as well as the ambient sounds around you transparently, feeling nothing on your ear. Small and light with super fit styling for hours of comfortable wearing, they ensure you're always connected to your life, so you'll never miss a thing.

      Super small and light

      Super small and light

      Approximately four grams in weight and extremely small, LinkBuds are a marvel of miniaturisation. Unlike conventional earbuds, the protective surface covering the speaker diaphragm is integrated within the housing, saving space.

      Comfortable and secure fit

      Comfortable and secure fit

      LinkBuds combine a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed LinkBuds utilising extensive ear shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982. See our “How to” video for better wearing and listening.

      Play "How to" video

      Connected and aware

      Connected and aware

      A newly developed ring-type driver unit with the centre of the diaphragm open for audio transparency allows you to clearly hear the sounds around you. So, you'll hear when someone calls your name during a call and can chat with friends while listening to music.

      Ultra clear, noise-free calls

      Ultra clear, noise-free calls

      With precise voice pickup technology with advanced audio signal processing, the person on the other end of the call will hear your voice clearly, even when you are in noisy situations. Our noise reduction algorithm was developed using 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.

      Authentic, natural sound

      Authentic, natural sound

      Enjoy well balanced, high quality sound with a clear mid-high range. Our Integrated Processor V1 reproduces all the detail in your music with minimal distortion for an authentic listening experience. A specially designed 12mm ring driver with a high compliance (low recoil) diaphragm provides rich, well-balanced sound.

      Give your favourite music a boost

      Give your favourite music a boost

      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.

      Simply tap near the ear

      Simply tap near the ear

      LinkBuds may be small but that doesn't mean they're difficult to use. 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.

      Automatically adjusts sound volume to your environment

      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.

      Talk and hear only ambient sound

      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 headphones on or your hands are full. And once your chat is over, your music starts playing again automatically. This is based on Precise Voice Pickup Technology, with advanced audio signal processing.

      Better mobility through technology

      Better mobility through technology

      Sony and Microsoft have come together to develop technology that helps people better navigate through the world. LinkBuds support the Microsoft Soundscape app. The unique integration enables innovative experiences for richer 3D audio-based navigation thanks to the uniquely transparent, open ear audio design, while sensors embedded in LinkBuds allow for a true heads-up and hands-free experience.

      Control with your voice

      Control with your voice

      Get hands-free help. Just say “OK Google” or “Alexa” to activate your preferred voice assistant. Enjoy entertainment, connect with friends, get information, listen to music and notifications, set reminders, and more. You can even control your headphones’ features like checking out the remaining battery level with your voice. You can also listen to and interact with your emails in Microsoft Outlook and join Microsoft Teams using Google Assistant or Siri.

      Find your headphones with Fast Pair

      Find your headphones with Fast Pair

      LinkBuds support Google’s helpful new Fast Pair feature. In one tap of pop-up guidance, LinkBuds enable quick, effortless Bluetooth pairing with your Android devices. You can easily locate where you left your headphones by ringing them or checking their last known location on your smartphone. You’ll even receive a notification when your headphones battery is running low, so you know when to charge them.

      Easy pairing with your computer

      Easy pairing with your computer

      Swift Pair makes it quick and easy to pair your LinkBuds 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.

      Quick access to your favourite music

      Quick access to your favourite music

      With Quick access, you can configure LinkBuds to resume Spotify playback with just a couple of taps – no need to touch your smartphone.

      Recycled plastic materials

      Recycled plastic materials

      LinkBuds use recycled plastic materials from automobile parts.

      No plastic in individual packaging

      No plastic in individual packaging

      No plastic is included in the packaging material for LinkBuds, reflecting Sony’s commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our products.

      Water resistant for everyday use

      Water resistant for everyday use

      With an IPX4 water resistance rating splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep on moving to the music.

      A clearer, more stable Bluetooth signal

      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 V1, you'll enjoy stable, skip-free, wireless sound. (A) Conventional L to R Relay BT Transmission. (B) LinkBuds L/R Simultaneous BT Transmission.

      Listen all day, charge in minutes

      Listen all day, charge in minutes

      You can enjoy a full working day of charge – 5.5 hours – from your headphones and store another 12 hours in the case. That means a full 17.5 hours of listening time every time you leave the house. In a hurry? Just a 10 minute quick charge gives you up to 90 minutes of play time, and the Sony | Headphones Connect app will even notify you when your charging case drops below 30%.

      Small, perfectly formed case

      Small, perfectly formed case

      Ultra-small with a stylish rounded design, the charging case fits comfortably in your hand or pockets for life on the go. Open with a simple button press.

      What's in the box

      What's in the box

      Open up the packaging for your LinkBuds and you’ll find 5 sizes of arc support to suit different ear shapes and a USB-C charging cable.

      So immersive. So real.

      So immersive. So real.

      Immerse yourself in sound all around you. As real as if you are there at a live concert or with the artist recording in a studio. With 360 Reality Audio, music has never been so immersive and so real. These headphones let you enjoy 360 Reality Audio.

  • specifications
    • Specifications

      Size & Weight

      Weight

      Approx. 4.1 g x 2

      General Features

      Headphone Type

      Open, Dynamic

      Magnet

      High power neodymium magnets

      Frequency Response(Bluetooth® Communication)

      20Hz -20,000Hz (44.1kHz sampling)

      Waterproof

      Yes (IPX4)

      DSEE

      Yes

      Battery

      Battery Charge Method

      USB Charging (with Case)

      Battery Life(continuous music playback time)

      Max. 5.5 hrs

      BATTERY LIFE(CONTINUOUS COMMUNICATION TIME)

      Max. 2.5 hrs

      Battery Life(Waiting Time)

      Max. 11 hrs

      Bluetooth® Specification

      Bluetooth® version

      Bluetooth Specification Version5.2

      Effective Range

      10m

      Frequency Range

      2.4GHz band (2.4000GHz -2.4835GHz)

      Profile

      A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP

      Supported Audio Format(s)

      SBC, AAC

      Supported Content Protection

      SCMS-T

      Charging Case

      Weight

      Approx. 34 g

      Dimension

      Approx41.4 x 48.5 x 30.9mm

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