Sony Wf C500 Review

Ingress protection ratings is the level of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value of the IP rating represents protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Sony WF C500's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and the second value of 4 means that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. The Sony WF C500 have a weight of 10.8g . We consider a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables linking any part of the device together, Sony WF C500 are true wireless for this case since they don't have wires. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have wires linking the two earbuds together. Sony WF C500 are resistant to sweat Sony WF C500 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Sony WF C500's speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

The Sony WF C500 stay tightly in place, creating a sound covering that reduces your environment sounds and also prevents the device music from leaking out . Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is the component that produces sound in the device, its size determines the loudness of the device. The Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio component produces low recognizable frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal on its way through.

Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio device generates high recognizable frequencies and if it makes any adjustments to the signal on its way through. The Sony WF C500's battery life is 10 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

This is given by the vendor, and Sony WF C500's case is said to have a full charge of 10 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself. It takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the Sony WF C500's battery.

It is recommended to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been unused for extended periods. Sony WF C500 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights show the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.

Sony WF C500 have USB TYPE-C, a standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable. Sony WF C500 have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Sony WF C500 have a 9meters distance to connect via Bluetooth.

Sony WF C500 support AAC, a codec used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at a similar bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sony WF C500 will work fine with your MacBook. If you intend on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. Sony WF C500 have 2 microphones.

Sony WF C500 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge the earbuds. Sony WF C500 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the device.

With the Sony WF C500, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device. Sony WF C500 have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals. The Sony WF C500 support voice prompts.

With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. Sony WF C500 come with their own special pouch. Carrying earbuds without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a cover may easily damage them.