As someone who love listening to music, I often find that there are so many different types of headphones to choose from. So which one should I get? Take a read to find one that would fit both our taste and lifestyle!
1. Best Headphones for Business and Leisure Travellers
Sony’s all-new Award-winning Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones - WH-1000XM5
As a traveler, being hands-free is crucial to the travel experience and large bags can be cumbersome. So, the best headphones for you are lightweight and compact, with great sound quality and noise-cancelling features.
Whether it's the sound of the airplane engines, or chatty seatmates, it can be hard to catch a break. The all-new WH-1000XM5 has just been rated 5-stars, with TechRadar and What Hi-Fi? confirming the noise-cancelling headphones’ excellence.
Not only will it help you to stay focused and entertained during your transit, but it can also block out noise from your surroundings, making it easier to get a good night's sleep.
Your headphones should be comfortable to wear for long periods of time, and durable enough to withstand the rigours of travel. Sony’s WH-1000MX5 headphones have ultra-comfortable memory-foam ear pads wrapped in new synthetic leather that is so soft that you can keep it on throughout the entire flight.
Additionally, you can connect the headphones directly to the in-flight entertainment on-board giving you the flexibility to switch between your devices and the plane’s. It’s no wonder that What Hi-Fi? considers the WH-1000XM5 a sonic triumph.
2. Best Headphones for Music, Sports and Everyday Activities
Award-winning Truly Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones - WF-1000XM4
With the best audio quality in a truly wireless and noise cancelling package, the WF-1000XM4 is perfect for listening to music anywhere you go.
Planning on using them while working out? The WF-1000XM4 has an IPX4 water rating, making it suitable for sports. If running or outdoor climbing is in your life, you don’t have to worry about sudden weather changes. You can run in the rain with your earbuds on or sweat while ascending up tough climbing routes with the WF-1000XM4.
Just chilling at home and binge-watching that new superhero series? The 1000XM4’s advanced noise-cancellation can help you block out all distractions so you can enjoy your music, movies, and games to the fullest.
And with its long battery life – you get 8 hours from the headphones and another 16 hours of battery from the case – you won't have to fumble around for a charger halfway through your entertainment. If you forget to charge your headphones, fret not, all you need is a quick 5-minute charge to get 1 hour of playtime!
If you value the presence of good music and quality sound in every activity you do, Sony’s most versatile headphones – the WF-1000XM4 is made for you. There are plenty of smart features to suit your listening preference.
The truly wireless design also makes it ultra-convenient for you to take your mask on and off without getting any cables tangled. Perfect for the new normal!
3. Best Headphones for those Always On-the-go
World’s smallest and lightest, noise cancelling Hi-Res Truly Wireless Headphones - LinkBuds S
For those who are always on the go, Sony’s newly launched LinkBud S is the smallest, lightest noise cancelling pair of earphones that can keep up with your lifestyle. Despite its size, it packs a punch when reproducing powerful bass and crystal-clear vocals.
The LinkBuds S offers you natural ambient sound when you want to interact with the world, or high-quality noise cancelling when you need to focus.
With Precise Voice Pickup Technology, the LinkBuds S boasts excellent noise free call quality which means you can take calls anywhere and anytime without worry. No matter where you are, be it on a long weekend walk, while commuting between places, or fetching your kids from school, your conversations will be ultra-clear even in noisy environments.
The comfortable fit ensures that you can have it always on throughout the day with quick access to your favourite music and soundscapes.
The LinkBuds S is made for wearing around the clock. For busy people always on the go, the LinkBuds S is the one for you!
If headphones are not your jam, you can consider getting Wireless Neckband Speakers.