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Sony WH-1000XM4 noise-cancelling king now official

‘The best just got better’

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The Sony WH-1000XM4 is now official. Sony’s best-in-class noise-cancelling over-ear headphones just got a refresh and the improvements further make shine an already polished device.

What’s new?

Multiple device pairing

This has been one of this headphones’ weaknesses and it has finally been addressed. You can now connect the Sony WH-1000XM4 to two devices simultaneously.

When a call comes in, your headphones will know which device is ringing and connect to it automatically. You’ll also be able to quickly switch your headphones to either of the two devices in a single tap.

Superior sound

Every iteration of these headphones already sound amazing. But that didn’t stop Sony from elevating the listening experience even further.

The ever-reliable QN1 is still here for noise-cancellation but it’s now paired with a new Bluetooth Audio SoC. It can sense and adjust to music and noise at over 700 times per second.

It now also has Edge-AI, DSEE Extreme which more accurately rebuilds audio lost during digital compression for a full fidelity experience. The 360 Reality Audio feature is now also making its way to these headphones. It lets listeners enjoy a custom immersive musical field that is perfectly optimized for each individual user.

The WH-1000XM4 also supports Google’s helpful new Fast Pair feature that lets you easily locate where you left your WH-1000XM4 by ringing them.

Speak-to-chat

Previously, you had to cover one of the ear cups to disable the noise-cancelling for a short period. Now, you only have to speak and the headphones will recognize your voice,

automatically stop your music and let in ambient sound so you can conduct a conversation without removing your headphones.

What’s been carried over?

As mentioned, the superior sound and noise-cancelling are still here but enhanced. The simple and sleek look has also been retained. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, right?

The battery life also remains the same which is a good thing. You get up to 30 hours overall and the quick charging function gives you up to 5 hours of wireless playback from 10 minutes of charging.

The headphones also still know if you’re wearing them or not. It stops the music when you have it off and resumes playback when you put them on.

Lastly, it still has support for Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa for your personal voice assistant.

Pricing and availability 

The Sony WH-1000XM4 will come in Black and Platinum Silver.

In Singapore, it will be available at selected retail shops and online stores starting August 7,2020 at a retail price of SG$ 549.

Sony is running a trade-in promotion for the WH-1000Xm4. Customers can have SG$ 80 off by trading selected noise cancelling models. Click here to find out the models that qualify and for more details.

SEE ALSO: Sony WH-1000XM3 Hands-on: As good as advertised

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Samsung launched a charger that’s incompatible with all its phones

None of their phones have built-in Qi2 magnets.

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In the world of wireless charging, Qi2 is where it’s at. The newer magnetic system automatically aligns the phone with the best positions to charge wirelessly. That said, it’s taking a while for most smartphones to get the charging standard. In an odder twist, Samsung, who does not currently have any native Qi2 devices, has launched its own Qi2 chargers.

In the United States, Samsung rolled out the Qi2-compatible Single Wireless Charger and Car Wireless Charger. As both their names indicate, the chargers will allow for wireless charging in a variety of situations.

Retailing for US$ 34.99, the single puck can charge by up to 25W when paired with a charging adapter (sold separately). The car charger, on the other hand, comes with its own 12V car adapter and a rotating mount. It’s very pricy, coming in at US$ 84.99.

Now, the kicker is that the chargers are compatible with Samsung’s current flagships including the Galaxy S25, the Flip7, and the Fold7. Technically, yes, these smartphones can charge using this duo. However, none of them have the built-in magnets to natively connect to the pucks. They need a separate case with a Qi2-certified magnet included.

It seems pretty scummy to offer a Qi2 charger for smartphones without the magnets built inside. On the bright side, it’s a good sign that Samsung’s upcoming smartphones, starting with the Galaxy S26 early next year, will likely offer Qi2 charging natively. (At least, we hope. Otherwise, this might be the priciest charger in recent memory.)

SEE ALSO: Samsung Galaxy S25 FE review: Closer to flagship than ever

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Takashi Murakami and CASETiFY’s new collab is in full bloom

The third chapter of the Murakami collection is here!

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There’s something about Takashi Murakami’s art that feels like a shot of pure happiness.

Those smiling flowers — bright and a little mischievous — have appeared everywhere, from gallery walls to fashion collabs. And now, they’re blooming once again through CASETiFY’s latest collection.

Called FLOWERS BLOOM, this third chapter of the ongoing TAKASHI MURAKAMI x CASETiFY collaboration brings the artist’s most recognizable motif into a fresh lineup of tech accessories and travel gear.

The collection includes the FLOWERS Ripple Phone Case, which arrives through a surprise blind box (yes, you’ll have to unbox it to see which design you get).

It also comes with the FLOWERS Carry-On Suitcase that takes CASETiFY’s signature ripple texture and turns it into a piece of art.

There’s also a rainbow camera ring, gold-accented cases, and collectible charms and danglers that look as cheerful as they sound.

Murakami’s FLOWERS motif has long represented his “Superflat” style, melding traditional Japanese art with pop culture in a way that feels both nostalgic and new.

For collectors, the blind box adds a sense of thrill, with ultra-rare designs like the shimmering FLOWERS 18K Gold Case waiting to be discovered.

Meanwhile, the carry-on luggage and wireless chargers make the motif part of your daily rhythm.

The new lineup feels like a love letter to Murakami’s world, a reminder that joy can be part of your everyday life. It’s bright, bold, and unapologetically happy. And in a world that often feels gray, these blooms are exactly what we need.

Price, availability

Product  Price
FLOWERIAN DANGLER BLIND BOX PhP 2,590
FLOWERS RIPPLE PHONE CASE BLIND BOX PhP 3,990 
FLOWERS SNAPPY GRIP STAND (RAINBOW/BLUE/BLACK/RED/PINK) PhP 4,290 (RAINBOW) / 

PhP 3,990

FLOWERS MAGNETIC WIRELESS CHARGER (RAINBOW/BLUE/BLACK/RED/PINK) PhP 4,590 (RAINBOW) / 

Php 4,290

EXCLUSIVE FLOWERS CHARM KEYCHAIN PhP 4,790
FLOWERS (RAINBOW) CHARM KEYCHAIN PhP 4,790
LIMITED EDITION MULTI-FLOWERS PHONE CASE – 

RAINBOW CAMERA RING EDITION

PhP 5,290
FLOWERS (RAINBOW) PHONE CHARM  PhP 4,790
FLOWERS (RAINBOW) PHONE CHARM & CHARM CUBE SET PhP 5,290
FLOWERIAN DANGLER BLIND BOX SET (X4) PhP 10,360
FLOWERIAN EARBUDS CASE PhP 15,890
FLOWERS RIPPLE CARRY-ON SUITCASE (RAINBOW/BLUE/BLACK/RED/PINK) Not sellable in PH
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Ultimate tag-team: Razer-2XKO Collection arrives

Featuring Ahri on the Kitsune, BlackShark V3 Pro

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Razer has officially announced the new Razer | 2XKO Collection. The exclusive lineup of high-performance gear was created in collaboration with Riot Games.

2XKOof course, is Riot’s new fighting game featuring champions from both League of Legends and Arcane.

The collection launches alongside the game’s Early Access, now open to all players on Windows PC.

The Razer | 2XKO Collection introduces the first licensed gaming peripherals for the title, designed to meet the demands of competitive gaming and casual fans alike.

Each product features champion-inspired artwork, blending high performance engineering with iconic character design.

Under the collection are three pro-grade esports gaming peripherals with the following prices:

  • Razer Kitsune 2XKO Edition: US$ 329.99 / EUR 349.99 / PhP 21,390
  • Razer BlackShark V3 Pro 2XKO Edition: US$ 269.99 / EUR 289.99 / PhP 19,990
  • Razer Iskur V2 X 2XKO Edition: US$ 399.99 / EUR 479.99 / PH pricing TBC

The collection features Ahri from the title, complete with her red top, cat ears, at whisker face print, and indigo hair.

Razer’s pro-grade leverless arcade controller comes emblazoned with her. Meanwhile, the wireless esports headset also comes in dominant white with the character on the outer housing of the earpad.

Lastly, the gaming chair has a more manga-inspired back with with close-ups of the character’s black and white faces at the back.

There’s a huge 2XKO icon at the back, and both the Razer’s triad snake logo and the game’s logo on the backseat.

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