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Sony's WH-1000XM6 Get Major Update: Audio Sharing & Gemini Live AI

Now share audio between devices seamlessly. Plus, enjoy a more natural AI experience with Gemini Live.

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Sony's WH-1000XM6 Get Major Update: Audio Sharing & Gemini Live AI

Sony has started rolling out a significant firmware update for its WH-1000XM6 headphones, introducing Audio Sharing through Fast Pair and enhancing the AI assistant experience with Gemini AI. This update, free and available now, allows users to connect their headphones to multiple devices linked to the same Google account simultaneously, improving media enjoyment across devices.

The update brings a seamless audio experience, enabling users to switch between devices without missing a beat. For instance, users can start watching a movie on their tablet and continue listening on their smartphone without any interruptions. Additionally, the update equips the WH-1000XM6 headphones with Gemini AI, Google's generative AI, providing a more naturalistic conversational experience with the AI assistant.

Sony has confirmed that future wireless earbuds, including the WH-1000XM6 and WF-1000XM5 models, will also feature Fast Pair and Gemini AI. This means users can expect a consistent, high-quality audio experience and AI interaction across Sony's wireless audio range. To receive the update, users should check the Sony Headphones Connect app.

The update bridges audio experience and AI, providing seamless listening between devices and AI assistance. With Audio Sharing through Fast Pair and Gemini AI, Sony's best headphones and earbuds become even more powerful. The rollout is ongoing and may take time for all users worldwide, but the update is free and available now.

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