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Apple AirPods Pro V Sony WF-1000XM3

Should you fancy a new pair of true wireless earbuds, your options include the Apple AirPods Pro – the all-new premium AirPods with active noise-cancelling technology.

But they face stiff competition. We’ve tested a plethora of true wireless earbuds and while all have strengths and weaknesses, we’ve found the Sony WF-1000XM3s particularly impressive.

Like the AirPods Pro, Sony’s range-topping buds offer advanced noise-cancelling tech and a superb sonic performance. So the big question is, Apple or Sony? AirPods Pros or WF-1000XM3s? Which is better in terms of sound, fit and features? We’ll delve into the detail to help you make the most of your budget.

NOISE-CANCELLING

The Sony WF-1000XM3s were one

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