Sony LinkBuds S Truly Wireless Noise Canceling Earbud Headphones with Alexa Built-in, Bluetooth Ear Buds Compatible with iPhone and Android, Black
LinkBuds S noise canceling wireless headphones automate your audio experience with ultralight wireless ear buds that feature smart technology to connect your online and offline worlds like never before. Seamlessly shift from ambient sound to advanced noise canceling and enable automatic playback that learns from your behavior. LinkBuds S bluetooth earbuds deliver the right sound for whatever world you’re in.
SMART SOUND- Smart features and settings learn from your behavior and automatically adjust sound settings to provide the right sound for the moment.Specific uses for product : Audio.Communication system : Bluetooth Specification version 5.
NEVER OFF- Automatically switches between superlative noise canceling or optimized ambient sound for listening without distractions. Sony’s best transparent ambient sound in truly wireless headphones (As of May 9th 2022. Excluding Open style.)
ULTRA SMALL & LIGHT- These bluetooth earbuds fit comfortably in your ear.
IMMERSIVE SOUND QUALITY- With the Integrated Processor V1.
ULTRA-CLEAR CALL QUALITY- Advanced Voice Signal Processing lets sound come in clear. Sony’s best ever call quality in truly wireless headphones (As of May 19th 2022).
MULTIPOINT CONNECTION- Connect two devices at once (Available via firmware update)
LONG BATTERY LIFE & QUICK CHARGING: Up to 6 hours of battery life and up to 20 hours with charging case. Quick charging gives up to 60 minutes of playback with a 5 minute charge.
IPX4 RATING-Protects against sweat and splashes on these wireless ear buds.
TOUCH CONTROLS- Pause, play, skip tracks, control volume, activate your voice assistant, and answer phone calls on these bluetooth headphones.
$198.00
Price: $198.00
(as of Jul 26, 2024 16:55:24 UTC – Details)
Customers say
Customers like the quality of the headphones, saying they sound great and have superb ANC. They are also happy with the fit and comfort. However, some customers have reported connectivity issues and performance issues. They say the earbuds lose connection repeatedly and don’t function as expected. Customers also differ on value, battery life, and sound quality.
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BB –
Finally, the perfect buds for me!
Update 04/27/24: These little guys are tough as nails, they just keep getting better!! They ended up in my washing machine because I’m dumb, but the buds still worked perfectly fine when I took them out! The case needed a few hours before it would hold a charge again, but it’s back to normal operation. Thank you Sony, this ADHDer was saved from having to spend more on a new pair! ðð¾Also, I recall seeing some other reviews say these buds can’t be used separately, but I’ve used just the right one with the left still in the case with no issues. Your mileage may vary, I guess——-I don’t leave reviews unless I’m truly blown away by a product and I know these LinkBuds are the best I’ve had, and I’ve only been using them for a few minutes! In the past three years, I have gone through Jabra Elite 75t -> Soundcore A40 -> Soundcore Sport X10. Here is where they fell short for me:- The Elite 75t was pretty good imo, the battery just aged out of use and it started having a lot of connectivity issues- The A40 sound was muffled and terrible, the noise canceling was a joke, and it would not stay in my ears unless I pushed the buds in super deep, which made them unpleasant to wear for an extended period- The Sport X10 fixed the issue of having my buds fall out and the sound was really good, but they pushed on my crus of helix if they weren’t constantly adjusted, and now I have a discolored mark on that part of my ear that’s sensitive to the touch. Yippee… The battery was also super weak, I felt like I had to charge the buds almost every night to get just three hours out of them.The LinkBuds have everything I was looking for, and then some!+ They look large, but they are a perfect fit for my small ears! I didn’t even have to swap out the cups. I can shake my head and it doesn’t feel like they’ll just fly out. Very snug and comfortably seated (and no pressure on my crus of helix, anymore!)+ The control sensors are perfectly calibrated and responsive. I usually prefer buttons because sensors can be finicky (Looking at you, Soundcore…), but the amount of pressure and presses needed for the earbuds to respond feels very natural and consistent.+ The EQ customization is versatile and very easy to set up. The default profile sounded kind of underwhelming, but after calibrating it to my preferred settings, it’s hard to want to stop playing my tunes!+ The noise canceling is phenomenal, I truly can’t hear anything but my own thoughts when it’s activated. Switching to ambient noise is very smooth too.+ Speak-to-chat is a feature I’ve long missed having on my audio devices, so it was a pleasant surprise to see that option on the app.Overall, I have zero complaints thus far and I hope to use the LinkBuds for a long time 🙂
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James –
The best true wireless earphones for everyone
The Sony Linkbuds S are a shrunk-down, improved version of the already excellent WF-1000XM4. I wasn’t expecting this. Given the “Linkbuds” moniker I was expecting them to prioritize ambient sound features over all else, just like the original Linkbuds, but that simply isn’t the case here.Build: the Linkbuds S are impossibly small compared to the WF-1000XM4, Sony’s previous noise canceling earphones. They actually resemble the Samsung Galaxy buds 2 in overall size and shape. They also sport a nice large touch sensitive area that no one should have trouble missing. The only gripe I do have is that the outer surface is textured and this can cause some discomfort if it rubs against the crus helix.Case: the case is definitely one of the more pocketable out there. It’s about the same size as the Airpods Pro case, but slightly shorter and narrower, albeit a bit thicker. However, it also has a textured surface which can make it a little difficult to slide in and out of pockets.Fit: the Linkbuds S fit very similar to the Galaxy Buds 2 and deeper than the WF-1000XM4. They are a little fiddly to fit. In my case I have to rotate them back and forth to get them to seat correctly. Although Sony instructs users to rotate the buds backwards to get a good fit I actually found this uncomfortable because the buds would rub against my Crus Helix and cause discomfort. Rotating them forward slightly fixed the issue. Once the buds were in place I found the fit to be secure and that, combined with their light weight, meant that it was easy to forget they were there. My one complaint about the fit is that the buds are so small that it’s very difficult to insert them without either accidentally hitting the touch area or rubbing a finger against the noise canceling microphone, resulting in some static noise.Noise canceling: the noise canceling on the Linkbuds S is fantastic. Although the Linkbuds S are advertised as being open I actually found them to be more isolating than the WF-1000XM4s without noise canceling on. With noise canceling on I actually found the Linkbuds S to be slightly superior to the WF-1000XM4 in terms of blocking out background noise and they certainly blow the Galaxy Buds Pro/2 out of the water. I haven’t had chance to test the Linkbuds S with very low frequency sounds (e.g. public transport, planes) but for blocking out office and household noise they’re the best true wireless earphones I’ve tried.Sound: I saved the best to last. I was very pleasantly surprised with the sound quality of the Linkbuds S. The WF-1000XM4s were a big disappointment in this regard, with an overly dark presentation for my taste that led to recessed mids and lackluster treble. The Linkbuds S by comparison adopt a Harman-like tuning that presents mids and treble brilliantly with a satisfying bass boost that doesn’t dominate the overall sound. The Linkbuds S definitely beat the WF-1000XM4s for overall sound and they’re up there with the Galaxy Buds Pro/2, which are the reigning champs. Comparing the Galaxy Buds side by side with the Linkbuds S I honestly can’t pick a favorite amongst the three, which I think is a very good thing.Other: in my limited tests the transparency features are great, as with the WF-1000XM4s. The only other thing that I think is worth noting is that the Linkbuds S struggle to maintain LDAC connectivity more than the WF-1000XM4s. This isn’t surprising, given the small size, but is worth considering for anyone who wants to use LDAC in challenging environments or on the go.Wrap up: previously if I wanted to recommend a pair of true wireless earphones for someone I would have to include a ‘but’. The Airpods Pro have great noise canceling but the sound isn’t top tier and they don’t play well with Android devices. The Galaxy Buds sound fantastic but the noise canceling isn’t great and they don’t play well with iOS. The WF-1000XM4s have top tier noise canceling and work well with both iOS and Android devices, but their sound isn’t the best. The Linkbuds S on the other hand have top tier noise canceling, work excellent with both iOS and Android, and have excellent sound. These are now my default recommendation to anyone looking for new True Wireless earphones.Alternative picks: If it wasn’t for the better Bluetooth connectivity of the WF-1000XM4s and the improved battery life the Linkbuds S would have made the XM4s redundant. Whether the increased price is worth it for those things will be up to the individual. I think there’s still a case to be made for getting the cheaper Galaxy buds over the Linkbuds S if noise canceling isn’t a priority. However, I think the only reason to pay more for the Airpods Pro would be if you really like the design and/or the enhanced integration with iOS is really important.
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Anonymous –
I was skeptical, given that I have always worn external earphones.The Sony LinkBuds S Truly Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbud Headphones have completely transformed my listening experience. From the moment I put them on, their cutting-edge technology and exceptional comfort blew me away.First and foremost, the noise-cancelling feature is nothing short of incredible. Whether I’m commuting on a noisy train, working in a bustling café, or simply relaxing at home, these earbuds effortlessly block out unwanted background noise, allowing me to immerse myself fully in my music, podcasts, or calls.The sound quality is truly top-notch, delivering crisp highs, rich mids, and deep, punchy bass that elevate every listening session. I’ve been thoroughly impressed by the clarity and detail in every note, making even my favourite songs sound better than ever before.What sets the Sony LinkBuds S apart from other earbuds on the market is their innovative design. The unique ring-shaped earbud design not only looks sleek and stylish but also ensures a secure and comfortable fit that stays in place, even during intense workouts or long listening sessions. Plus, the compact charging case is incredibly convenient for on-the-go use, providing additional battery life whenever I need it.The touch controls are intuitive and responsive, allowing me to quickly adjust volume, skip tracks, or answer calls with a simple tap or swipe. Integrating with voice assistants like Siri or Google Assistant is seamless, adding another layer of convenience to my everyday life.Overall, I can’t recommend the Sony LinkBuds S highly enough. They combine state-of-the-art technology with unparalleled comfort, delivering an exceptional audio experience that surpasses all expectations. Whether you’re a music enthusiast, a frequent traveller, or simply someone who appreciates quality craftsmanship, these earbuds are an absolute must-have. Trust me, you won’t be disappointed.
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Paulo Cesar da Silva –
Utilizo o Sony Linkbuds S no home office, academia e nas corridas (longões) de final-de-semana. A qualidade dos microfones, som, ANC e som ambiente são excelentes, as funcionalidades de speak-to-chat e aprendizagem dos ambientes são muito divertidos e úteis, os LinkBuds S são confortáveis e muito estáveis, fixam bem e não caem durante os treinos de corrida. O únicos ponto que precisa melhorar e uma proteção maior conta água, suor e poeira, ele vem com IPX4.
Paulo Cesar da Silva –
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Pros:Su Carga (la bateria promete lo que cumple)Buena App En iOS se comporta mejor y es mas estable, aunque en Android me funciono bien tambien pero aveces se desconectaban (use un iPhone 13 Pro Max y Un s22 Ultra)El sonido es bueno, tiene exceso de bajos, a mi me gusta mas planos, por que soy ingeniero de audio, pero con el ecualizador no tuve problema, ademas se sincroniza con mi cuenta, asi que si uso los auriculares en mi iphone o ipad recuerda la ecualizacion en la app.La Supresion De Ruido Es Magnifica (Mucho mejor que Airpods Pro) suprimen igual que los airpods pro pero no sacan ese ruido blanco molesto que aveces me sacaban los airpods pro, aunque no suprimen todo el ruido es decente.Para hacer ejercicio funcionaron bien, no se cayeron, quedaron fijos y no se movian.Cosas que no me gustaron:El material si bien es reciclado, tiene un tacto extraño, no es liso, parece mas un carton corrugado, se siente arenoso, y los audifonos tambien, es cuestion de gustos pero a mi me hubiera gustado que se sintiera listo y no arenoso y extraño.Los controles tactiles son buenos, pero solo te deja cambiar los predeterminados por la app para cada auricular, por ejemplo si elijes que con un auricular quieres cambiar el modo ambiente y el de supresion de ruido puedes hacerlo tocando un clic, pero si presionas dos clics no pasa nada, (la app no te permite pesonalizar), asi que al final tuve que optar por tener en el izquierdo la supresión y el modo ambiente, y del lado derecho el control de volumen, sacrificando cambiar de cancion o pausar (una lastima por que la podria poner del lado del control de ruido con dos clics)cuando se cierra la tapa se pierde la conexion, si quieres conocer el estado de bateria no basta con abrir la tapa, tienes que sacarlos para ver el estado en la app y se conecten los auriculares.No permite la conexion multidispositivo de forma rapida, es decir cuando tenia mis airpods podia pasar de mi iphone a mi mac, a mi ipad y los detectaba sin tocar nada, aqui no es asi tienes que irte al apartado de bluettooh y buscarlos (claramente primero tienes que emparejarlos, ya despues de eso se queda registrados pero tienes que buscarlos si cambias de dispositivo)El Modo Ambiente funciona bien, tiene una opcion para escuchar a las voces mas claras, pero no esta a la altura de otros del mercado, tu propia voz no se oye clara, se oye acartonada, tambien tiene mucho ruido blanco, aunque me gusto que se pueda controlar el nivel de ambiente o de sonido que quieres oir.vengo de unos airpods pro por que no me quedaban y me lastimaban la oreja, estos me quedan muy bien, se moldan perfecto a la estructura de la oreja, pero despues de una hora si me empezo a doler la oreja, si tienes la parte de la oreja donde va la forma circular del auricular muy pequeña puede que te moleste como ami, apesar de eso se sienten solidos y ergonomicos.Extras:los auriculares ofrecen extras en la aplicacion de sony, como el audio 360 que funciona bien pero solo funciona con ciertas aplicaciones, o el DSEE Extreme que optimiza los archivos digitales de música comprimida en tiempo real con Edge-AI (Se oia normal nada destacable), sin embargo ningun de estos extras le dan un plus a el auricular, haciendo que no destaquen mucho.los microfonos son pasables, no son geniales, pero te sacan del apuro no esperes lo mejor.Conclusion:Son buenos si tienes cualquier sistema operativo, recomiendo que se usen solo si los piensas escuchar en un solo dispositivo, ya que la interconectividad entre dispositivos es tediosa, por el precio creo que esta bien, la calidad del sonido me gusto y el modo de supresion de ruido es muy bueno, sin llegar a sentir tu oido taponado, cancelando un buen porcentaje de ruido.
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Bijoy K B –
I got this for 7.6k during the great Indian sale which is a steal!!! This comes very close to Sony’s flagship tws, WF-1000XM4. The audio quality is mind blowing. The ANC is really good. You can say that it comes to about 90% of XM4’s ANC capability. The battery life is decent but it doesn’t matter to me much as I don’t wear it continuously for more than 2 hrs and I put it back in the case after use. The comfort is great unlike the XM4 and you can wear it for a long time. It has a quick charge feature where a 5 min charge gives you 60 mins of playback. As mentioned by another reviewer, don’t use the Equalizer in the Sony Headphones app. Install the Wavelet app and use its auto equalizer for Linkbuds S. The difference in quality is huge. Another useful feature is that you can connect to 2 devices at the same time.Do note that the right earbud is the primary unit and it consumes more power than the left one. There will be a slight difference in the battery to about 2 to 6% between both the earbuds. If you see a huge difference to about 12 to 20% or more, one of the earbuds is defective and you need to get it replaced.The only drawback I felt in this device is that during phone calls, the voice sounds mechanical and not natural. When I called my friend via the earbuds, he immediately asked me if I’m using some earphones or headphones as the clarity wasn’t great. So if you are buying this device for calls, I will not recommend it. You can look at other premium devices like Samsung Buds 2 Pro, Airpods Pro 2, Bose QC 2, Oppo Enco X2 and the OnePlus Buds Pro 2. The latest Sony flagship, WF-1000XM5, is the best version of the XM4 and the Linkbuds S as it has incorporated all the positives from both devices. If you have the budget, then definitely go for the XM5.
Bijoy K B –
Tony –
Como todo produto SONY na atualidade, a embalagem é econômica e sustentável. Nas duas primeiras semanas, eu estranhei um pouco o formato dos fones no meu ouvido, que sempre esteve acostumado com os AirPods. Então, antes de mais nada, esclarecendo: comprei o Linkbuds S, mas sou usuário Apple. Me recuso a comprar novos AirPods Pro porque já tive 2, e os dois deram problemas com menos de 1 ano após saÃrem da garantia de 1 ano, com ruÃdos e estalos passando através do sistema de cancelamento de ruÃdos. Por isso, depois de pesquisar muito, cheguei ao Linkbuds S. Não optei pelo primo rico dele (o XM4/5) não apenas pela diferença de preço, mas também pelo peso: o linkbuds S é muito mais leve que os fones da linha premium da Sony. Depois das duas semanas iniciais, meus ouvidos se acostumaram ao formato dos fones. Eles são muito leves e acabam servindo a um propósito maravilhoso e nobre: usar o fone para dormir. Eu sei, não é recomendado. Mas, como o fone tem a parte externa pouco protuberante e homogênea (diferentes do AirPods, que é sinuoso), se você tiver um travesseiro macio, consegue dormir com ele numa boa. Isso por si só já é um PRO maravilhoso, porque, se você tiver um sono leve e vizinhos barulhentos como eu, trata-se de uma mão na roda e de um recurso milagroso, porque o cancelamento de ruÃdo dele é bom o suficiente para calar o grilo-cigarra mais alto, o vizinho mais barulhento, o barulho externo mais chato.Isso por si só já demonstra o quão bom é o cancelamento de ruÃdo dele. Supreendentemente, o modo transparência é MUITO bom também. Melhor que o do AirPods Pro 1, um pouco pior que o 2. Eu lembro que havia situações em que, mesmo com a transparência ativa, eu tinha de tirar o AirPods Pro 1 do ouvido pra conseguir realmente entender o que as pessoas estavam falando. Isso não acontece com o Linkbuds S. Quando eu pauso a música e tô com a transparência ativa, eu não preciso tirar o Linkbuds S do ouvido para nada. Então, modos cancelamento e transparência do Linkbuds S superaprovados.O que nele deixa um pouco a desejar para não receber a nota máxima: bem, primeiramente, tem a bateria, que é muito módica. Acho que a propaganda dele dizia 6 horas, mas, realisticamente, no melhor cenário possÃvel, são 4⦠mas, na real, na prática, nem isso. Com cancelamento de ruÃdo ativo, volume alto e o pau torando, deve dar umas 3 hrs no máximo. Em segundo lugar, vêm os recursos extras para os quais eu não notei sentido ou diferença. O fone tem um modo âprioridade conexãoâ e outro âprioridade qualidade sonoraâ; sinceramente, não notei diferença alguma entre eles. Pra piorar, (aqui já não sei se é problema da Apple ou da Sony), em alguns momentos (1x/mês), o fone parece se embananar e se confundir quando há 2 conexões ativas (iPhone + iPad), sem que nenhuma das conexões consiga mandar áudio pro fone. Quando isso acontece, eu tenho que manualmente desativar o bluetooth de um dos aparelhos pra que ele volte a reconhecer a entrada de som. Esse é um problema que eu não tinha com os AirPods Pro, ainda que a transição de áudio entre múltiplos dispositivos também não fosse lá perfeita com o fone da Apple. Um último ponto negativo: a ausência de carregamento por indução na caixa de carregamento, que, por sinal, também não aceita carregamento rápido, ainda que cabeado. O bom é que, com cerca de 10-15 mins com os fones dentro da caixa, você já tem bateria pra 1 hora de uso pelo menos.Concluindo, alguns outros pontos de que não falei: a qualidade sonora é muito boa. O BASS é rico; o equalizer no app da SONY te dá inúmeras possibilidade de configuração do som ao seu estilo, inclusive dentro do ecossistema da Apple. O som também é claro⦠eu consigo identificar batidas, vozes de fundo e instrumentos musicais em músicas com muitas batidas diferentes. Em alguns momentos, eu me senti redescobrindo algumas músicas antigas, tamanha a clareza do som. Mas, no geral, é um fone que agrada mais aos amantes de BASS; enquanto os AirPods são para aqueles que buscam claridade sonora acima de tudo, ainda que sacrifiquem um pouco o BASS. Não me arrependo de tê-lo comprado e recomendo a todos, porém é inegável que há espaço para melhora.Quando eu comprei estava na faixa dos 800. Vi que agora subiu um pouco de preço. Pra mim, o melhor custo-benefÃcio do mercado é o Galaxy Buds Pro 2, da Samsung, mas ele é contraindicado se você é apenas usuário da Apple. O preço dele é imbatÃvel pela qualidade que entrega e frequentemente está em promoção e é um MUST-BUY pra usuários Samsung. Se você, como eu, gosta da Apple mas quer um fone que funcione bem tanto em aparelhos Apple quanto não Apple, o Linkbuds S é ótimo (melhor que o Beats Fit Pro, também da Apple).
Tony –