It’s simple hard plastic with a USB-C port around back. It also doesn’t have the soft-touch coating or metallic-colored lid that gives the case for those pricier buds a more refined look. The pill-shaped charging case is noticeably smaller than the one that comes with the WF-1000XM3. I didn’t have any trouble getting those tricky double and triple clicks to register accurately. They’re not only simple, but they’re also reliable. The WF-XB700 doesn’t have ANC or an ambient sound mode, so these controls cover everything that’s available without reaching for your phone. And lastly that button on the right side is used to answer and end calls. A press-and-hold on the right earbud will summon the voice assistant of your choice. On the right, press once to play/pause, press twice to skip tracks forward and press three times to skip tracks backward. On the left, you press once to increase the volume and press-and-hold to turn it down.
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Despite only having a single button, you still have a full range of controls. Instead of touch controls on the outside of the earbuds or physical ones along the top, Sony chose to put a single, tiny button on the bottom edge on both sides. Even though the WF-XB700 is IPX4 rated for water splashes, which is enough for sweat resistance, the size and weight distribution of the earbuds make them awkward for physical activity. Because there’s significant weight on the outside of your ear, these wiggle loose during runs or cardio workouts. When it comes to earbuds, smaller and lighter is better, so when bigger buds stick out your ear like these do, it doesn’t feel that great - especially when you try to wear them for long periods of time. That Tri-hold design may live up to its name, but the shape doesn’t really make these more comfy. True wireless earbuds are trending smaller, especially the more affordable models, but Sony isn’t slimming down just yet.ĭue to the larger size, the WF-XB700 aren’t as comfortable as Sony would have you believe. This isn’t a new problem for Sony: The flagship WF-1000XM3s also look like small antennas. The more chiseled and contoured shape does indeed rest on your ear in three places, but the earbuds themselves are huge and stick out from your head quite far. The earbuds rest on your ears in three different spots, which the company says creates a more ergonomic fit and increases comfort. Instead of the common oval shape with a tip jutting off the bottom that goes into your ear, Sony opted for a “Tri-hold” design. The first thing I noticed about the WF-XB700 was its unique design. Plus it’s doing so while keeping the price low. Since reproducing punchy bass can be a struggle in this type of earbuds, it’s nice to see Sony bring its low end expertise to field. Most of the Extra Bass models have been traditional headband headphones, though 2018’s WF-SP700N true wireless earbuds did carry the moniker. We’re not necessarily talking early Beats levels of boom here, but there is a noticeable difference between the tuning on these and the company’s “core” lineup. Sony’s Extra Bass line has long been a haven for listeners who want their headphones to have more low-end tone.
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