TIPS: OPTIMIZE BATTERYLIFE ONYOURSONY WH-1000XM4 HEADPHONES
Battery life is the lifeblood of our favorite gadgets. The less time spent tethered to an outlet, the better.
But when it comes to a wireless device as capable as Sony's WH-1000XM4 noisecancelling headphones, it can be a bit tricky to keep them off the charger and on your ears. Don't fret, though; we have a few tricks up our sleeve that might just help you out.
1. Dial Down the Volume
While it may be tempting to push your WH-1000XM4 headphones to their limit and blast your music, this can severely impact battery life.
High volume levels require more power, so keeping your volume at a moderate level - around 50-70% - can greatly extend your battery life.
Thankfully, the Sony Noise Cancelling Headphones WH1000XM4 boasts bestin-class noise cancellation, so you won’t need to turn the volume all the way up to drown out ambient noise. Moderating the volume not only benefits your battery but can also protect your hearing in the long run.
2. Adjust NoiseCancelling Settings
The WH-1000XM4's noise-cancellation feature is a godsend in noisy environments, but when you're in a quiet space, it becomes less necessary.
Activating noise-canceling consumes power, so turning it off or reducing its level when you don’t need it can add a few hours to your battery life. You can easily tweak these settings through the Sony Headphones Connect app, which gives you granular control over your listening experience.
Every bit of power saved contributes to a longer-lasting battery.
3. Disable Unneeded Features
The XM4's come packed with smart features such as Google Assistant/Siri integration and automatic pause-play when you remove your headphones.
As useful as they are, these features do consume power. Ask yourself if you use these features regularly. If the answer is no, it might be a good idea to disable them when not in use. This might not seem like a big change, but it could potentially add a few hours to your battery life.
4. Use the Wired Option
The Sony WH-1000XM4 headphones come with a 3.5mm audio cable. This provides an excellent fallback option when your battery is low.
While it's not the "true wireless" experience, it's a lifesaver when you're on a long flight or during an epic gaming session and the battery is about to run out.
Using your headphones in wired mode with the device turned off allows you to keep listening without consuming any battery life.
5. Keep Firmware Updated
Sony occasionally releases firmware updates that bring various improvements, including battery life optimizations.
By keeping your headphones updated with the latest firmware, you ensure you're benefiting from Sony's latest tweaks and adjustments. These updates can improve power usage efficiency, so make sure to regularly check the Sony Headphones Connect app for any available firmware updates.
