What can you do with the Sony Sound Connect app for the WH-1000XM6?

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The Sony Sound Connect app unlocks the full customization potential of the Sony WH-1000XM6. Available for iOS and Android.

Sound Customization

• 10-band EQ (upgraded from 5 bands on previous models)
• Custom and Sony presets
• DSEE Extreme: AI upscaling for compressed streaming audio
• 360 Reality Audio: Spatial sound with supported content

Noise Cancellation

• Adjust ANC intensity
• Adaptive Sound Control: Auto-adjusts based on activity/location
• Customize Ambient Sound levels
• Optimize for wearing conditions (glasses, hat)

Speak-to-Chat

• Enable/disable
• Adjust voice detection sensitivity
• Set auto-resume timer

Connectivity & Controls

• Toggle multipoint (2-device connection)
• Customize touch sensor actions
• Choose voice assistant (Google, Alexa, or phone default)

System

• Firmware updates
• Battery status
• Device information

The Honest Assessment

The app can feel bloated and occasionally buggy (some settings may not save). Initial setup includes unskippable tutorials. However, once configured, daily interaction is minimal—most functions work directly via headphone controls.

The WH-1000XM6 offers more app customization than any competitor, which is valuable for users who want precise control over their listening experience.