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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 2226 reviews

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

  • Battery Life

    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars

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83%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers often highlight the exceptional sound quality, comfort, and long battery life of the WF1000XM5 earbuds. They appreciate the improved noise cancellation and sleek design. However, some users express concerns about the high price, occasional connectivity issues, and the durability of the ear tips.

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  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    No need to title this

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Fabulous fantastic fabulous wonderful fabulous amazing great….

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hey, Patrick! Fantastic! We are truly happy to learn about your satisfaction with the amazing quality & performance of your WF-1000XM5. Thank you so much for the perfect star review and for choosing the best brand, Sony! - Romeo Sony_US

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    App

    Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Bad ear fit. Overcomplicated.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Wouldn’t stay in my ear and the app was robust but over complicated. Went with AirPod pro 2.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ScottA,

      Thank you for the review. We're glad to hear that you like the build design of the headphones.Our WF-1000XM5 earbuds feature a shape that perfectly matches the human ear with an ergonomic design for a more stable fit. We’ve designed the WF-1000XM5 utilizing extensive ear-shape data collated since introducing the world’s first in-ear headphones in 1982. Our continuous evaluation of different ear shapes and sensitivities has helped us design an ideal earbud shape, secure and comfortable for almost everybody. New Noise Isolation Earbud Tips are made from an exclusive material that improves fitting and increases comfort thanks to reduced pressure in the ear due to a newly designed shape. The earbuds come in four sizes, including a new extra small version so you can find the perfect fit for your ears to maximize sound quality and minimize outside noise.

      For further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

      Name:
      Best Buy Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      -David Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony took this to the next level

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    By far the best earbuds on the market. I tried almost every pair there is.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ronmax11,

      Fantastic! You've definitely made a great choice! We are very happy to know about your satisfaction with the amazing performance of your WF-1000XM5. The WF-1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-cancelling performance on the market. Real-time audio processors and high-performance mics power the specially designed driver unit, for wide frequency reproduction, deep bass and clear vocals. They are designed to immerse you in a sound so good, it feels like you’re in the studio with your favorite artists. The WF-1000XM5 headphones raise the bar for distraction-free listening and clarity.

      Thank you so much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Just okay

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    To be honest, it's not as good as the airpods pro 2 in that (1) ANC is weak (2) it's not on the same par in terms of sound (3) the tips that come with it are very low quality and looks like it will easily rip apart with time. I like the multi-connection tho.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Steve,

      Thanks for commenting. While we are glad to hear your satisfaction with the multipoint connection feature of your WF-1000XM5, we are really sorry if its sound quality, noise canceling function, and supplied earbud tips didn't live up to your expectations. This is certainly not the news we'd like to hear from you. If the size of the earbud tips does not match the size of your ear canals or the headset is not worn properly in your ears, tap operations or Speak-to-Chat speech detection may not work correctly, or you may not obtain the correct sound qualities, noise canceling effects, or call performance. For optimum performance, please ensure that you are wearing the headphones correctly. For instructions, please refer to the following links:
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00262839
      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000779956.html

      I hope this helps.

      Should more information with our product or technical assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details so we can best assist you.

      Name:
      BestBuy Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      We value you, and thank you for choosing Sony!

      Sincerely,

      Romeo
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome while I Work

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    head phones are great while working hands free answer calls was a plus. love them

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi SharkeraR, we're glad you love our industry-leading noise canceling earbuds. The WF1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-canceling performance on the market. Noise reduction algorithms developed with AI machine learning suppress ambient noise and ensure the person on the other end of the phone can hear your voice clearly even in noisy situations. For total convenience, the WF1000XM5 can be paired with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously so, when a call comes in, your headphones can automatically connect to the right one. With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep moving to the music. Thank you for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Not Terrible I Guess

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    They're good, I guess. Not as good as I hoped for, but ok. I was actually going to return them for over the ears, but apparently Best Buy only has a 14 day return policy unless you pay them even more money than the thousands of dollars a year I already spend there.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Patrick, thanks for choosing and purchasing our product. We hope you are enjoying your new earbuds. We have our Support team that is always happy to assist. You can email us anytime at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details: Name: Username: Model Number: Issue: Telephone Number:

      The WF-1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-cancelling performance on the market. Real-time audio processors and high-performance mics power the specially designed driver unit, for wide frequency reproduction, deep bass and clear vocals. They are designed to immerse you in a sound so good, it feels like you’re in the studio with your favorite artists. The WF-1000XM5 headphones raise the bar for distraction-free listening and clarity. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great earbuds

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The design and color of the earbuds are very nice. The seal of the earbuds is great and the ambient noise passthrough works very well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hello Ralmg,
      Awesome! Thank you for your purchase. We're glad that you appreciate the design and the color of our Sony WF1000XM5 as well as the ambient noise feature. The WF-1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best truly wireless noise-cancelling performance on the market1. With a specially designed driver unit, for wide frequency production, deep bass and clear vocals, these headphones are designed to immerse you in a sound so good, it feels like you’re in the studio with your favorite artists. Enjoy and thank you for choosing Sony! - Marco Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am lawyers happy with dealing with you satisfied and you have good stuff

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi AmmarM, we're glad you are happy with your new headphones! The WF-1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-canceling performance on the market. Noise reduction algorithms developed with AI machine learning suppress ambient noise and ensure the person on the other end of the phone can hear your voice clearly even in noisy situations. For total convenience, the WF-1000XM5 can be paired with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously so, when a call comes in, your headphones can automatically connect to the right one. With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep moving to the music. Thank you for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Meh

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased the Sony's at the same time I purchased the Sennheiser TMW 4's. I returned the Sony's because they did not fit my ears well, and the largest tips did not fit the case well. The app, especially the EQ function, kept defaulting to the flat specs. I didn't find the audio all that impressive. The buds are small so, if they don't fit, prepare to acquit one or both under the couch. I returned these within a day and kept the TMW 4 buds.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Great,
      Thank you for your time writing this review. We regret to hear that you returned the WF1000XM5 because it does fit your ears well and that you are not impressed with the audio quality. It's unfortunate that we did not got the chance to assist you with your concerns as we have troubleshooting steps that may help resolved the issues that you having with the earbuds. We appreciate your feedback and hope that you will still consider Sony on your future purchases. Thanks again for shopping Sony. - Kris Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    best earbuds

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    best earbuds i’ve ever owned and i’ve had airpods previously.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi wingridden, nice! Glad you like your new earbuds! Thanks for choosing Sony! ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My son really likes them, he uses them every day, almost all day.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi StephaniePB, we're glad your son likes his new earbuds! The WF1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-canceling performance on the market. Noise reduction algorithms developed with AI machine learning suppress ambient noise and ensure the person on the other end of the phone can hear your voice clearly even in noisy situations. For total convenience, the WF-1000XM5 can be paired with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously so, when a call comes in, your headphones can automatically connect to the right one. With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep moving to the music. Thanks for choosing Sony. ~Earl Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome sound, nc and bass, tips not very comfy.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great pair of earbuds, spatial audio with head tracking sounds amazing!!! Minor complaint: the foam tips can get a bit irritating.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Tjfen,

      Thanks for sharing your review and experience with the WF1000XM5. We're glad that you like the sound quality of the headphones. Your feedback about the ear tips is greatly appreciated.

      For optimum fit and comfort, make sure that you are wearing the headphones properly. You may find this link helpful:

      https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000778771.html

      The WF1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-canceling performance on the market. Noise reduction algorithms developed with AI machine learning suppress ambient noise and ensure the person on the other end of the phone can hear your voice clearly even in noisy situations.

      In case you need further assistance, please email us at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

      Name:
      Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      Or contact our product support team via phone call or chat through this link:
      https://us.esupport.sony.com/support/s/support-contact?language=en_US&category=headphones

      Thank you for choosing Sony!

      -Ralph Sony_US

  • Pros mentioned:
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    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Top heavy

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I wanted to like these. The sound was great but the ear buds themselves are bulky and are top heavy and would not stay in my ear.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi LeeC, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We're sorry to hear you're having trouble with your WF-1000XM5 earbuds staying in your ears. We understand how frustrating it can be when earbuds don't fit securely, especially when you're enjoying the sound quality.

      The WF-1000XM5s come with several sizes of earbud tips. We recommend trying the different sizes included in the box to see if a different tip provides a more stable and comfortable fit for you.
      For more information regarding this topic, please visit the following link: https://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/2963/v1/en/contents/TP1000781968.html

      Thank you for being a valued Sony customer and for letting us know about this issue.
      Best regards,
      Estefany Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Highly Recommend

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very user friendly, beautiful sound, and all around impressive earbuds.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi Superajc2, Thank you for the great review! We're so happy to hear you like the ease of use, superb sound, and overall features and performance of your Sony WF1000XM5. The WF1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-canceling performance on the market. Noise reduction algorithms developed with AI machine learning suppress ambient noise and ensure the person on the other end of the phone can hear your voice clearly even in noisy situations. For total convenience, the WF1000XM5 can be paired with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously so, when a call comes in, your headphones can automatically connect to the right one. With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep moving to the music. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US

  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Too expensive and uncomfortable

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not significantly better than the Powerbeats Pro to justify the expense. Not at all comfortable compared with the aforementioned. Try it out; you'll return it without hesitation.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi GaryR,

      Thanks for reaching out to us. We regret to know that you're not having the best experience with your WF-1000XM5 and you find them uncomfortable during use. This is not the experience we want you to have.

      To ensure optimal performance, as well as to obtain the best fit and prevent the headset from falling out, change the earbud tips to ones that fit more snugly in your ears. If you feel earbud tips are difficult to put into your ears, change the size of earbud tips or squeeze earbud tips lightly before wearing the headset. When wearing them, gently pull up on the top of your ears, put the earbud tips in your ear canal, and then twist the earbuds into place. This makes sure the earbuds are firmly in the ear canal.

      Please make sure to follow the guide from this link: https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/wireless-headphones-bluetooth-headphones/wf-1000xm5/articles/00262839

      If you still have the unit, please let us know so we can turn your experience around. You may send us an email at socialsupport@am.sony.com with the following details:

      Name:
      Best Buy Username:
      Model Number:
      Issue:
      Telephone Number:

      Sincerely,
      Jess Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome headphones.

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Worked fantastic. Great product from Sony. Best Buy is trust worthy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thanks for commenting, Suresh!

      We are truly happy to hear your satisfaction with the amazing performance of your WF-1000XM5. The WF-1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-cancelling performance on the market. Real-time audio processors and high-performance mics power the specially designed driver unit, for wide frequency reproduction, deep bass and clear vocals. They are designed to immerse you in a sound so good, it feels like you’re in the studio with your favorite artists. The WF-1000XM5 headphones raise the bar for distraction-free listening and clarity.

      Thank you so much for the perfect star review and for commending Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sony - WF1000XM5 review

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good headset. Able to control with the app and more sleek than XM4

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Thanks for commenting, Andrade!

      You've definitely made a great choice! We are very happy to hear your satisfaction with the smaller & lightweight design and customizable settings/controls using the Sony Headphones Connect app of the WF-1000XM5. The WF-1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-canceling performance on the market. Noise reduction algorithms developed with AI machine learning suppress ambient noise and ensure the person on the other end of the phone can hear your voice clearly even in noisy situations. For total convenience, the WF-1000XM5 can be paired with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously so, when a call comes in, your headphones can automatically connect to the right one. With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep moving to the music.

      Thank you very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Headphones

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product, great price, and great quality! Highly recommend!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi ZachB,

      You've made a great choice! We are truly happy to hear your satisfaction with the amazing performance & quality and reasonable price of your WF-1000XM5. We greatly appreciate your recommendation!

      The WF-1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-cancelling performance on the market. Real-time audio processors and high-performance mics power the specially designed driver unit, for wide frequency reproduction, deep bass and clear vocals. They are designed to immerse you in a sound so good, it feels like you’re in the studio with your favorite artists. The WF-1000XM5 headphones raise the bar for distraction-free listening and clarity.

      Thank you very much for the perfect star review and for choosing Sony!

      - Romeo Sony_US

  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not impressed

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Nice and small but not noise canceling like I have experienced in the past with Bose earbuds. Not to mention the lack of bass. Not impressed at all returned and went with Bose again.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi MusicFan,

      While we are pleased you are satisfied with the smaller design of our WF-1000XM5, we sincerely apologize if its noise canceling and sound quality didn't live up to your expectations, and that it had to be returned. This is certainly not the experience we wanted you to have. The following information is important in order to maximize the noise canceling function and sound quality for music and calls of the WF-1000XM5:
      https://www.sony.com/electronics/support/articles/00262839

      We greatly appreciate your feedback, and we are hoping that you will consider Sony again in your future purchase.

      Best regards,

      Romeo
      Sony Social Support Sony_US

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Product

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works like a charm. Excellent product and we are satisfied.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from SonyListens
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      Hi DominicP, Thank you for giving the WF1000XM5 a perfect rating! We're glad to hear that your new Sony WF1000XM5 worked as advertised, providing you with performance and quality you expected. The WF1000XM5 features cutting-edge technology to deliver premium sound quality and the best noise-canceling performance on the market. Noise reduction algorithms developed with AI machine learning suppress ambient noise and ensure the person on the other end of the phone can hear your voice clearly even in noisy situations. For total convenience, the WF-1000XM5 can be paired with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously so, when a call comes in, your headphones can automatically connect to the right one. With an IPX4 water resistance rating, splashes and sweat won’t stop these headphones – so you can keep moving to the music. Thank you for choosing Sony! -Sam Sony_US