“I currently have XM2, I have issues when I used these headphones via bluethooth connecting to a PC to play games and also to speak on Discord simultaneously. I have to use audio splitter cable which has Audio and Mic plugs that goes into PC.”
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I have the xM5. Just got 2/3/23. The Sony MIC disables with PCs. At first thought it was a security issue at work with Bluetooth, but then was able to pair my Apple AirPods and my coworkers Bose Q45 and the mics worked in those. Tried to pair the Sony xm5 at home to Dell windows 11 and same problem it uses mic on PC. Played with trying to CONNECT to the hands free head set driver vs Stereo driver and it REFUSES TO CONNECT. Sony forces use of PC mic over the noise canceling mic on the headset when paired with PC. Everyone could hear the other coworkers on their calls making impossible to hear me well. The whole point of getting the Sony XM5. Even my tech guy couldn’t make it go. I do my own mesh networks and am the tech for my Family so if after hours over three days the mic won’t connect - planning return. Went to Costco and picked up the Bose Q45 and it paired and connected in 30’seconds!!!!! OMGosh what a difference. While music was nicer on the Sony the pain on the mic not working on MS Teams and video calls was unacceptable. Bose Q45 blocks the office noise nicely and uses the Bose mics and I don’t have to mess with the drivers trying to force connection like on the Sony. If you’re just getting for music only Sony is nice, but if you plan to use for calls or video calls or PC it’s a nightmare trying to get the mics to work. The pics say it all. Sony Disconnected for headset. Bose Q45 says ready to go for music and voice.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I bought Astro A50 wireless for my PC gaming. It works well. I still use XM2 when I travel or want to listen to music with noise cancellation. Looks like XM5 is not worth the buy. I still can't connect Sony XM2 to my apple work laptop.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Hi Gollum, thank you for your interest in getting our WH1000XM5. The WH1000XM5 can be connected or works on devices such as computers, smartphones, etc that supports 3.5 mm headphone jack. These headphones can also be connected wirelessly on the compatible Bluetooth devices that support A2DP Bluetooth profile. You can speak into the headphones built-in mic to chat in discord and hear the game that you're playing using these headphones. Please check the settings of your computer/smartphone, the discord app, and the game to see if you can use them side by side. Please note that the headphones' microphone is only transmitted via Bluetooth to your device. The WH-1000XM5 headphones have 2 processors that control 8 microphones for unprecedented noise cancellation and exceptional call quality. With a newly developed 30mm driver, DSEE – Extreme and Hi-Res audio support they provide awe-inspiring audio quality. Our Voice Pickup Technology uses 4 microphones that are calibrated to only pick up your voice, resulting in crystal clear calls. I hope this helps. Regards, Erin
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