Sony India today introduced the latest addition to its TWS category with the launch of WF-XB700 and WF-SP800N wireless headphones in India. Both headphones feature Sony’s EXTRA BASS technology for an improved audio experience. The WF-XB700 has a battery backup of 9 hours which can be further extended up to 18 hours using the charging case.
Similarly, the WF-SP800N provides 18 hours of music playback with noise-canceling switched on and up to 26 hours with noise-canceling switched off. The prominent button on WF-XB700 headphones allows you to play, stop, or skip through tracks and adjust the volume. While WF-SP800N uses smart control technology that allows users to play, stop or skip through music and adjust the volume by simply placing a finger on the right earbud and then turn down the music by placing a finger on the left earbud.
Sony WF-XB700 and WF-SP800N Features
- EXTRA BASS for a deep and punchy sound
- Water and Dust resistant – WF-XB700 (IPX4), WF-SP800N (IP55)
- Support Voice Assistant – Access music, get information, notifications, set reminders
- Hands-free calling with built-in mic – Take calls using either, or both, of the earbuds
- Dedicated button on each earbud for easy controls
- Charging case with a magnetic strip for easy handling
- Quick charging – Upto 60 minutes of music playback with 10 minutes of charge
- Sony Headphones Connect App – Easy music customization (WF-SP800N only)
- Quick attention – Instantly turn the volume down and lets in ambient sound
- Wearing detection – Pauses the music instantly by taking one of the earbuds out and the music will automatically resume when the earbud is put back in again
- Adaptive Sound Control – Automatically adjusts ambient sound settings to suit the current environment for better listening experience (WF-SP800N)
Price, Availability and Colors
Both Sony WF-XB700 and WF-SP800N TWS headphones will be available across Sony Center, Sony Exclusive stores, Sony’s official website ShopatSC.com, Amazon.in, and also through major electronic stores across India. Check out the pricing below.
| Price | Availability | Colors | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WF-XB700 | ₹9,990 | 24th June 2020 | Black, Blue |
| WF-SP800N | ₹18,990 | 26th June 2020 | Black, Blue, White |
Sony WF-XB700 and WF-SP800N Specifications
| WF-XB700 | WF-SP800N | |
|---|---|---|
| EXTRA BASS | Yes | Yes |
| Noise Cancellation | No | Yes |
| Quick Attention Mode | No | Yes |
| Wearing Detection | No | Yes |
| Headphone Type | Closed Dynamic | Closed Dynamic |
| Driver Unit | 12mm | 6mm |
| Magnet | Neodymium | Neodymium |
| IP Rating | IPX4 | IP55 |
| Microphone Unit | Electret condenser | Electret condenser |
| Microphone Direction | Omni directional | Omni directional |
| Frequency | 50 – 8,000Hz | 20 – 20,000 Hz |
| Battery Life | 18hrs | 26hrs |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| Product Weight | ≈8.0g x 2 | ≈9.8g x 2 |
| Charging Case Weight | ≈46 g | ≈59 g |