- The WH-1000XM4C is expected to launch on September 7, 2026, for €249.99 in Europe and £219.99 in the UK.
- The original WH-1000XM4 was launched in 2020 for $349.99.
- Leaker Roland Quandt first revealed the existence of the WH-1000XM4 revival.
- Billbil-kun provided details on the colors, pricing, and launch date of the WH-1000XM4C.
- The WH-1000XM4C is expected to offer 34 hours of playback with noise cancellation turned off, compared to 38 hours on the original WH-1000XM4.
- The WH-1000XM4C will feature identical hardware to the original, including the same QN1 HD noise-canceling processor.
- The original WH-1000XM4 maxed out at up to 38 hours with ANC off, or up to 30 hours with noise-canceling on.
- The 1000XM4C will reportedly offer just 34 hours of battery life, compared to the WH-1000XM4’s 38 hours.
Leaked information indicates that Sony's WH-1000XM4C headphones will be unveiled on September 7, 2026, with a price tag of €249.99 in Europe and £219.99 in the UK. This model is set to feature the same hardware as the original WH-1000XM4, including the QN1 HD noise-canceling processor and support for multi-point audio and Personalized Spatial Audio.12678
However, the WH-1000XM4C will have a 34-hour battery life with noise cancellation turned off, a slight reduction from the original's 38 hours. The new model will be available in three color options: Platinum Silver, Black, and Lavender.5
The original WH-1000XM4 was launched in 2020 for $349.99, while the WH-1000XM6 debuted at a higher price of $449 last year. The WH-1000XM4C is expected to cater to fans of the older model, especially those experiencing battery issues with their current headphones.
“For those of us with the aging older models suffering from reduced battery life, the 1000XM4C could be a solid replacement,” noted industry analysts.
The upcoming headphones will reportedly maintain the same features as the original, with the only compromise being the slightly reduced battery life.
As for the all-important question of the launch date and pricing, the headphones will supposedly be revealed on September 7 for €249.99 and £219.99, which translates to just around the $300 mark.
“The WH-1000XM4C retains the QN1 chip and adds multi-point audio and Personalized Spatial Audio, but battery life drops to 34 hours with ANC off. Leaker Billbil-kun, known for accurate reveals, suggests the model will come in Platinum Silver, Black, and Lavender.”
