Audio Gear – VERNONCHAN.COM https://vernonchan.com/ Get the latest trusted reviews, breaking news and expert insights in consumer tech, cars, gadgets, and digital lifestyle. Fri, 15 May 2026 13:13:17 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1 https://media.vernonchan.com/2018/05/cropped-Artboard-300px-1-32x32.png Audio Gear – VERNONCHAN.COM https://vernonchan.com/ 32 32 Sony vs. The World: How the XM6 Stacks Up Against AirPods Pro 3 and Bose QC Ultra Gen 2 https://vernonchan.com/sony-wf-1000xm6-vs-airpods-pro-3-vs-bose-qc-ultra-gen-2/ Mon, 02 Mar 2026 17:27:37 +0000 https://vernonchan.com/?p=69567 At a Glance: TL;DR In 2026, the premium earbud market has split into three distinct philosophies. Apple wins on ecosystem seamlessness and IP57 durability; Bose remains the king of pure ANC intensity; but Sony takes the crown for audiophile-grade computational sound and customisation. While the WF-1000XM6 is the most expensive of the trio at RM1,599, […]

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]]> Galaxy Buds4 Pro: Can a Planar Tweeter Kill the AirPods Pro 2? https://vernonchan.com/samsung-galaxy-buds4-pro-malaysia-planar-tweeter/ Sat, 28 Feb 2026 15:45:29 +0000 https://vernonchan.com/?p=69604 At a Glance / TL;DR The Problem: True wireless earbuds often trade off bass for treble clarity, and Bluetooth stability in crowded places (like Mid Valley or Pavilion) remains a friction point. The Solution: The Galaxy Buds4 Pro (RM999) features a 2-way driver system with a dedicated 5.5mm Planar Tweeter and an 11mm Super Wide […]

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]]> Sony WF-1000XM6 Review: The New King of Computational Silence https://vernonchan.com/sony-wf-1000xm6-review-price-malaysia/ Mon, 16 Feb 2026 09:24:17 +0000 https://vernonchan.com/?p=69538 Redesigning the “Perfect” Fit: Slimmer, Grittier, Better Sony didn’t just tweak the internals; they listened to the “fit-frustrated” crowd. The WF-1000XM6 features a body that is approximately 11% slimmer than its predecessor. By following the natural curves of the inner ear, Sony has effectively reduced discomfort for extended wear. The QN3e & V2: A Binary […]

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]]> Sony LinkBuds Clip: The ‘Donut’ is Dead, Long Live the Clip https://vernonchan.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-best-open-ear-earbuds-malaysia/ Fri, 23 Jan 2026 15:07:12 +0000 https://vernonchan.com/?p=69354 At a Glance: The TL;DR The Problem: Traditional earbuds cause “Ear Canal Fatigue,” while the original LinkBuds “donut” design had fitment inconsistencies. The Solution: The Sony LinkBuds Clip (RM899). A C-shaped open-ear wearable using Bone Conduction Sensors and AI-based Noise Reduction to prioritise situational awareness without sacrificing call quality. The Verdict: Sony’s most logical “Always-On” […]

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]]> Sony’s New WH-1000XM6: Taking Noise Cancellation to Ridiculous New Heights https://vernonchan.com/sony-wh-1000xm6-next-gen-noise-cancelling/ Sat, 17 May 2025 14:31:58 +0000 http://vernonchan.com/?p=68282 Sony WH-1000XM6: The New Gold Standard in Noise Cancelling Headphones Look, as an audio enthusiast, sound quality is absolutely crucial to me. While I’ve got a collection that spans IEMs, TWS earbuds, and various headphones, Sony’s 1000X series has consistently been my go-to recommendation for anyone serious about noise cancellation. Well, the Japanese tech giant […]

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]]> Jabra “His & Hers” Valentine’s promo: Elite Active 75t for MYR399 https://vernonchan.com/jabra-valentines-day-promo-elite-85t-active-75t/ Wed, 03 Feb 2021 07:53:40 +0000 http://vernonchan.com/?p=64372 It’s that fuzzy time of the year again folks and Jabra wants you to celebrate the gift of music with a special “His & Hers” promo. The exclusive purchase with a purchase deal highlights the award-winning pair of true wireless earbuds—the Elite 85t and Elite Active 75t. The flagship Elite 85t comes in new Grey […]

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]]> Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro: Now in Malaysia https://vernonchan.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-pro-malaysia-price-availability/ Fri, 29 Jan 2021 06:56:41 +0000 http://vernonchan.com/?p=64349 Samsung’s best true wireless earbuds to date—the new Galaxy Buds Pro is now available in Malaysia. The next-generation earbuds with top-notch active noise cancellation, great connectivity and modern, sleek design can now be purchased in Samsung retail touchpoints as well as the Samsung Malaysia Online Store. In celebration of its arrival, Samsung Malaysia will be […]

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]]> Galaxy Buds Pro: Samsung’s best true wireless buds yet https://vernonchan.com/samsung-galaxy-buds-pro-malaysia-pricing-specs-pre-order/ Wed, 20 Jan 2021 09:51:59 +0000 http://vernonchan.com/?p=64293 Just as you thought the Buds Live couldn’t get any better, Samsung has introduced its best true wireless earbuds yet—the new Galaxy Buds Pro. The next-generation earbuds boast everything you’d need in a pair of TWS buds: modern, sleek design, immersive sound, active noise cancellation, great connectivity, and more. And it even undercuts Apple’s AirPods […]

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]]> AirPods Max: Apple’s first over-ear headphones sound expensive https://vernonchan.com/apple-airpods-max-malaysia/ Thu, 10 Dec 2020 09:28:28 +0000 http://vernonchan.com/?p=64215 Apple has taken the wraps off its first over-ear headphones (Beats by Dre, excluded)—the AirPods Max, previously rumoured to be called AirPods Studio. Uniquely designed, the AirPods Max injects the magic of the best-selling AirPods, including the power of computational audio thanks to powerful H1 chips. The headphones feature Adaptive EQ, Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), […]

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]]> Huawei FreeBuds Studio: The new over-ear ANC headphones competitor https://vernonchan.com/huawei-freebuds-studio-malaysia-pricing-specs/ Fri, 23 Oct 2020 06:37:34 +0000 http://vernonchan.com/?p=64072 The ANC headphones segment has just gotten a new competitor. Huawei FreeBuds Studio, Huawei’s first flagship over-ear headphones, makes a debut with Hi-Fi grade wireless sound performance and active noise cancellation. The headphones are set to be available at all Huawei Experience Stores (HES) and the online Huawei Store starting 30 October 2020. The Huawei […]

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