Transparency mode was one of the most praised features, often described as natural, class-leading, and useful for conversations or awareness.
Pros: Weight comfort, Charging
Cons: Smudge resistance, Android compatibility
Transparency mode was one of the most praised features, often described as natural, class-leading, and useful for conversations or awareness.
Pros: Weight comfort, Charging
Cons: Smudge resistance, Android compatibility
Transparency/Aware mode was praised as accurate and, in one review, the best transparency mode the reviewer had tested.
Pros: Multipoint connectivity reliability, Software/setup simplicity
Cons: LE Audio readiness, Smart Pause performance
Transparency mode received some of the strongest praise, often sounding natural, though a few reviewers heard hollowness or digital coloration.
Pros: Audio-video sync accuracy, Android compatibility
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, Auto-play/wear detection
Transparency mode was one of the better-received features, with reviewers calling it transparent or effective despite some hiss or limits.
Pros: Weight comfort, Charging
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, Wear detection performance
Transparency mode was considered clear and useful for outside awareness without major disruption.
Pros: ANC effect on sound signature, Maximum volume clarity
Cons: Equalizer customization, Advanced software features
Transparency mode ranged from very natural and useful to artificial or only adequate, depending on the reviewer.
Pros: Audio-video sync accuracy, Software/setup simplicity
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, 3.5mm analog input availability
Transparency mode was useful and adjustable, but reviewers often said Apple still sounds more natural or that Sony is merely good rather than best-in-class.
Pros: Weight comfort, Noise isolation (passive)
Cons: aptX, Find My
Transparency features are useful for awareness and conversations, though evidence focuses on convenience rather than premium-quality passthrough.
Pros: Weight comfort, Button control usability
Cons: Active noise cancellation, Smudge resistance
Transparency or social mode is mixed: some reviewers found it gentle, useful, or convenient, while others called it basic, artificial, or ineffective.
Pros: Audio-video sync accuracy, Multi-platform compatibility
Cons: LDAC, Weight comfort