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ASony WF-1000XM3

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General

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Series

1000X3Press releasegstylemag.com/2019/07/05/sony-wf-1000xm3-truly-wireless-headphonesRead 13 October 2026Expands the 1000X family.

FlyBuds1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Listed under the FlyBuds earbuds range in the store menu.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

WF-1000XM32Maker product pagestore.sony.co.th/blogs/1801756442659_15195742535715/1801756442659_specificationsRead 13 October 2026Page title shows the Thailand store SKU WF-1000XM3S/VW. The base model name is WF-1000XM3, also the SoundGuys model number.

BTH92, BTH92SC, C01-2101N-24, C01-2101N-062Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbuds.jsonRead 23 October 2026Shop SKUs C01-2101N-24 for Black and C01-2101N-06 for White. BTH92 and BTH92SC come from the manual and the EU declarations.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/FlyBuds_3_Manual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Cover: Model BTH92.4Owner's manualmanuals.plus/tribit/bth92sc-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbuds-manualRead 23 October 2026Model BTH92SC. The page quotes the EU declaration of conformity for the radio equipment type True wireless Earbuds BTH92SC from Thousandshores Deutschland GmbH. The text of this manual matches the BTH92 manual.

GTIN / EAN

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69723128310448Maker product pageweb.archive.org/web/20210303044603/https://www.tribit.com/products/Tribit-FlyBuds-3-True-Wireless-EarbudsRead 23 October 2026Archived Tribit page of 3 Mar 2021, specifications row EAN 6972312831044. The colour is not stated. The same row gives a weight of 106.2 g, which is the earbuds and the case together and is not stored.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

5 July 20193Press releasegstylemag.com/2019/07/05/sony-wf-1000xm3-truly-wireless-headphonesRead 13 October 2026Reprint of Sony Electronics Inc. release dated July 5, 2019, San Diego.

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Status

Discontinued8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm3-review-25342Read 13 October 2026Review says the model has ceased production and has been superseded twice.

Available1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Black is in stock and White is sold out on the US store on 23 Oct 2026. The store also sells a QuietPlus FlyBuds 3 listing that is not part of this product.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

Sony WF-1000XM410Reviewtechradar.com/news/sony-wf-1000xm4-take-the-crown-as-the-best-true-wireless-earbuds-of-2021Read 23 October 2026TechRadar's launch report calls the WF-1000XM4 the successor to the WF-1000XM3.11Reviewnotebookcheck.net/The-Sony-WF-1000XM4-launches-with-some-exciting-features-and-an-inflated-price-tag.544040.0.htmlRead 23 October 2026Notebookcheck calls the WF-1000XM4 the follow-up to the WF-1000XM3.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$229.993Press releasegstylemag.com/2019/07/05/sony-wf-1000xm3-truly-wireless-headphonesRead 13 October 2026Suggested retail price $229.99 USD. Pre-sale at select retailers. Available for purchase in August.

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Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

€2497Press articlegiga.de/artikel/sony-wf-1000xm3-preisverfall-noise-canceling-in-ears-unter-200-euro-2019Read 13 October 2026GIGA: released in summer 2019 with a UVP of 249 euro. nextpit gives the same recommended price of 249 euro. What Hi-Fi and Neowin print 250 euro, which is a rounded form. Taken as including German VAT.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, GB, JP, DE5Press articleav.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/news/1194178.htmlRead 13 October 2026Sold in Japan.6Reviewwhathifi.com/news/sony-launches-wf-1000xm3-true-wireless-earbuds-with-active-noise-cancellingRead 13 October 2026Sale prices of 220 GBP, 250 EUR and 230 USD from the first weeks of August 2019. The UK price is listed.7Press articlegiga.de/artikel/sony-wf-1000xm3-preisverfall-noise-canceling-in-ears-unter-200-euro-2019Read 13 October 2026German UVP.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, Platinum Silver3Press releasegstylemag.com/2019/07/05/sony-wf-1000xm3-truly-wireless-headphonesRead 13 October 2026Silver and black (platinum silver and black per Sony Japan).5Press articleav.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/news/1194178.htmlRead 13 October 2026Black and platinum silver.

Black, White2Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbuds.jsonRead 23 October 2026Shop colours Black and White. iMore and Gearbrain also show a Pink version, which the store does not list.

Segment

Music4Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/sony-introduces-new-wf-1000xm3-noise-canceling-true-wireless-headphones-featuring-dedicated-processorRead 13 October 2026Premium music earbuds in Sony 1000X family.

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Design

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Form factoriIn-ear seals the ear canal with a tip. Semi-in-ear rests in the outer ear without a seal. Open-ear leaves the ear canal unobstructed.

In-ear4Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/sony-introduces-new-wf-1000xm3-noise-canceling-true-wireless-headphones-featuring-dedicated-processorRead 13 October 2026Users move freely with the tight fit of in-ears.

In-ear1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications: Headset Form In-ear.

Bud shapeiStem describes an extending control or microphone stalk. Stemless describes a compact body without a stalk.

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Use one bud aloneiWhich earbud can operate alone. This does not mean two earbuds can play from different sources.

Either bud1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Using only one unit of the headset: either unit can be removed from the case and used alone.

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RGB lighting

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Drivers and sound

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Drivers per budiAudio transducers in one earbud. Rows distinguish their type, acoustic role and published diameter. Do not count microphones.

ASony WF-1000XM3

Type	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	6	1

Source2Maker product pagestore.sony.co.th/blogs/1801756442659_15195742535715/1801756442659_specificationsRead 13 October 2026Sony Thailand store specification: closed, dynamic, driver unit 6 mm, dome type (CCAW voice coil).

BTribit FlyBuds 3

Type	Diameter (mm)	Count per earbud
Dynamic	6	1

Source6Retailer pageweb.archive.org/web/20201105173947/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088LW4JKRRead 23 October 2026Brand content: 6mm drivers. One driver per earbud is the normal layout. The live Amazon listing attributes the audio driver type as Dynamic Driver.

Driver typeiPublished transducer technology. High-excursion, composite and neodymium do not by themselves establish a driver type.

Dynamic2Maker product pagestore.sony.co.th/blogs/1801756442659_15195742535715/1801756442659_specificationsRead 13 October 2026

Dynamic7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B088LW4JKRRead 23 October 2026Catalogue attribute Audio Driver Type Dynamic Driver. Digit also lists the driver as dynamic.

Driver sizeiLargest explicitly published circular driver diameter in one earbud. A rectangular driver width is not a diameter.

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Drivers per budiTotal audio transducers in one earbud, summed from explicit driver quantities. A row with an unknown quantity makes the total unknown.

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Diaphragm material

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Frequency responseiPublished acoustic frequency response of the earbuds. Codec transmission bandwidth alone does not qualify. Conditions belong in the source note.

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Min20 HzMax20 kHz7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B088LW4JKRRead 23 October 2026Catalogue attribute Frequency Range 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz. Digit lists the same. No conditions given.

Impedance

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16Ω7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B088LW4JKRRead 23 October 2026Catalogue attribute Impedance 16 ohm.

SensitivityiPublished acoustic sensitivity. The electrical reference and frequency must be stated in sensitivity_reference or the source note.

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Sensitivity reference

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Max sample rateiHighest supported audio sample rate under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. This does not establish lossless playback.

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Max bit depthiHighest supported audio bit depth under the codec and source-device conditions in the source note. Bluetooth version alone does not establish this.

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Adaptive EQiAn inner mic tunes the sound to your ear in real time

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Personalised soundiA profile from a hearing test or ear scan

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Onboard EQ

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Custom EQ bandsiNumber of independently adjustable custom equalizer frequency bands. Availability may require current firmware, an app or a compatible device.

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EQ presetsiNamed equalizer sound presets. Noise-control modes and spatial-audio modes are separate features.

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Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audioiNamed spatial or surround audio processing supported with the source and platform conditions stated in the source note.

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Head trackingiSpatial audio changes with head movement. Static spatial processing alone does not qualify. Compatible device or content requirements belong in the source note.

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes4Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/sony-introduces-new-wf-1000xm3-noise-canceling-true-wireless-headphones-featuring-dedicated-processorRead 13 October 2026Dedicated HD Noise-Canceling Processor QN1e with dual microphones for active noise cancelling.

No7Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B088LW4JKRRead 23 October 2026Catalogue attribute Noise Control None. The live listing title says 110H playtime, BT5.3 and Custom EQ for model BTH92SC, which conflict with the Tribit spec table and the reviews. Those figures are not stored.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses exterior microphones. Feedback uses interior microphones. Hybrid uses both. Adaptive control is separate from microphone placement.

Hybrid3Press releasegstylemag.com/2019/07/05/sony-wf-1000xm3-truly-wireless-headphonesRead 13 October 2026Dual Noise Sensor technology with one feed-forward and one feed-back microphone.

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ANC microphones in both earbudsiPhysical microphones used by ANC across the pair. A shared call and ANC microphone counts once. Case microphones and vibration sensors are excluded.

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Adaptive ANCiANC strength or calibration adjusts automatically to noise, fit or ear acoustics. The source note states the adjustment conditions.

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ANC levelsiNumber of selectable ANC strength levels. Excludes ANC off, transparency and activity profiles unless they explicitly set distinct strength levels.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)iManufacturer maximum claimed noise attenuation. Frequency and measurement conditions belong in the source note. This is not reviewer-measured overall attenuation.

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Transparency mode

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Ambient Sound Mode.

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Adjustable transparency

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Automatic ANC and transparency blendiAutomatically blends active cancellation with ambient sound. Automatic activity-based switching between separate modes alone does not qualify.

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Conversation detection

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Wind noise reductioniA documented physical design or processing feature for reducing wind noise. The source note distinguishes mesh or shape changes from selectable processing.

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Measured

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Frequency response notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Bass and mids receive a slight bump. The highs roughly follow the reviewer's house curve. Bass and mids are slightly exaggerated.8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm3-review-25342Read 13 October 2026Sound section describes the bass and mid bump against SoundGuys' house curve.

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Bass amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the bass range. Positive means more bass. Target, test method and settings belong in the source note.

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Treble amount (measured)iDeviation from the review source target in the treble range. Positive means more treble. Values from different targets may not be directly comparable.

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Deviation from target (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Consistency between fittings (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Harmonic distortion (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Sound leakage (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Noise isolation, best (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Call quality notes (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Voices are relayed well enough through both earpieces for general use. Outdoors the other party hears wind, traffic and passersby.8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm3-review-25342Read 13 October 2026Microphone section. The demo uses SoundGuys' older, non-standardized method.

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Mic low-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Latency in game mode (measured)iThe best case the buds can reach. Measured by a reviewer

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Battery life (measured)iReviewer-tested operation from one full charge of the earbuds. Excludes case recharges. ANC, codec, connection, volume and tested edition belong in the row or source note.

ASony WF-1000XM3

ANC	Hours (h)
Yes	4.77

Source9Measurementsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm3-review-25342Read 13 October 2026SoundGuys objective testing: 4 hours 46 minutes of constant playback with noise canceling on. Volume level matched across products. Codec not stated. Below Sony's 6 hour claim.

BTribit FlyBuds 3

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Longest tested use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only duration among stored reviewer tests. Modes and settings may differ between tests and products.

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Battery life with case (measured)iReviewer-tested total including earbuds and case recharges. Do not calculate this by multiplying one-charge runtime by claimed recharge count.

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Full charge time (measured)iBuds in the case, 0 to 100 %. Measured by a reviewer

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Weight per bud (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Microphones and calls

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Voice microphones in both earbudsiPhysical call and beamforming microphones across the pair. Excludes case microphones and vibration sensors. Shared ANC microphones can also count here when used for calls.

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All microphones in both earbudsiEvery physical microphone across the pair, including call and ANC microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes the charging case and voice vibration sensors.

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Bone conduction voice sensoriA dedicated bone or jaw conduction sensor for detecting speech vibrations. A microphone or speech-detecting accelerometer alone does not prove this architecture.

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Mic noise reduction

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Call audio bandwidthiHighest supported call-audio bandwidth. Compatible phone, operating system, call app or network requirements belong in the source note.

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Mic mute controliAn earbud control that mutes the microphone during calls. Includes touch or pressure gestures and physical buttons. Phone/app-only controls do not qualify.

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No11Reviewnerdtechy.com/tribit-flybuds-3-reviewRead 23 October 2026Review of 27 Apr 2021 lists no mute button as a con, which complicates video calls.

SidetoneiHear your own voice in calls

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Connectivity

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Chip

HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1e3Press releasegstylemag.com/2019/07/05/sony-wf-1000xm3-truly-wireless-headphonesRead 13 October 2026HD Noise Cancelling Processor QN1e, also a 24-bit signal processor and DAC with amplifier.4Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/sony-introduces-new-wf-1000xm3-noise-canceling-true-wireless-headphones-featuring-dedicated-processorRead 13 October 2026Dedicated HD Noise-Canceling Processor QN1e.

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Connections

Bluetooth1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Bluetooth12Reviewthe-gadgeteer.com/2023/06/25/tribit-flybuds-3-bluetooth-earbuds-review-comfy-fit-and-thundering-bassRead 23 October 2026Review of 25 Jun 2023 for model BTH92: Bluetooth 5.0 with a range of 33 ft, SBC and AAC. The Gadgeteer lists IPX7, which conflicts with the maker's IPX8.

Bluetooth

5.02Maker product pagestore.sony.co.th/blogs/1801756442659_15195742535715/1801756442659_specificationsRead 13 October 2026Bluetooth Specification Version 5.0.

5.01Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications and the Stability and Convenience text: Bluetooth 5.0. The hero text and the Amazon listing title say 110 hours, and the store listing titles say Bluetooth 5.3. The spec table, the text under it and every review say 5.0, so 5.0 is stored.

Bluetooth codecs

SBC, AAC1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Supported codecs page: SBC and AAC.

SBC, AAC1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications: Audio Codecs SBC, AAC.

Bluetooth profiles

A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP2Maker product pagestore.sony.co.th/blogs/1801756442659_15195742535715/1801756442659_specificationsRead 13 October 2026A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP. Supported audio formats SBC and AAC.

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LE Audio

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Auracast

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MultipointiConcurrent Bluetooth connections to multiple source devices. Pairing memory and switching through a manufacturer account alone do not qualify.

No8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm3-review-25342Read 13 October 2026Review: the earbuds can only connect to one device at a time.

No10Reviewhifireport.com/tribit-flybuds-3-wireless-earbuds-reviewRead 23 October 2026Review: multipoint is not supported and the earbuds connect to one device at a time.

Multipoint devicesiMaximum source devices concurrently connected by Bluetooth, not the number remembered in pairing history.

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Multipoint with LDACiMany buds turn multipoint off on LDAC

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Paired devices rememberediMaximum remembered Bluetooth source pairings. This is separate from simultaneous multipoint connections.

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Automatic switching between own devicesiThrough the maker's account

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Fast pairing

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Audio sharingiShare one stream with a second pair

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Wireless range (claimed)

10m2Maker product pagestore.sony.co.th/blogs/1801756442659_15195742535715/1801756442659_specificationsRead 13 October 2026Line of sight approx. 30 ft (10 m).

10m1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications: up to 33 feet / 10 meters.

Wireless receiveri2.4 GHz dongle

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Receiver connector

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Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiBoth connection types can play audio together. Quick switching between independent modes does not qualify.

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Latency

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Low latency mode

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Claimed latency

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Lowest claimed latency

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Compatibility

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PlatformsiPlatforms with documented audio support. App availability and advanced features can be more limited. Edition-specific support is listed in variants.

Android, iOS1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Connection pages cover Android smartphones (including NFC) and iPhone.

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Connection per platformiDocumented audio connection for each platform. USB-C phone routes require a compatible port. Platform edition and microphone restrictions belong in source notes or feature requirements.

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Features that need a specific deviceiDevice, operating system, firmware, codec, content, account or region requirements for a named feature.

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Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery per budiBattery cell capacity of one earbud. The source note states typical or rated capacity. Charging input current is not capacity.

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User-replaceable earbud batteryiThe maker documents normal battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Claimed battery lifeiManufacturer maximum runtime under the stated mode, codec and spatial processing state. Name the spatial or immersive processing mode and other conditions in source notes. Omit unspecified settings. with_case false means one charge of the earbuds. true means earbuds plus case recharges.

ASony WF-1000XM3

Mode	Codec	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC on	AAC	No	6
Transparency	AAC	No	6
ANC off	AAC	No	8
ANC on	SBC	No	5.5
Transparency	SBC	No	5.5
ANC off	SBC	No	7.5
ANC on	Not available	Yes	24
ANC off	Not available	Yes	32
Call	Not available	No	4.5

Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Available operating time. AAC with DSEE HX off: ANC on 6 hours, Ambient Sound Mode 6, off 8. SBC with DSEE HX off: 5.5, 5.5 and 7.5. With DSEE HX auto the figures are 3, 3 and 4 hours (AAC) and 3, 3 and 3.5 hours (SBC) and are not stored. Communication time: ANC on 4, Ambient Sound Mode 4, off 4.5. The call row stores the NC-off figure because the call enum has no ANC state. Totals with case from the Sony launch release and What Hi-Fi.2Maker product pagestore.sony.co.th/blogs/1801756442659_15195742535715/1801756442659_specificationsRead 13 October 2026Continuous music playback max 6 hrs (NC ON) and 8 hrs (NC OFF). Communication max 4 hrs (NC ON) and 4.5 hrs (NC OFF).3Press releasegstylemag.com/2019/07/05/sony-wf-1000xm3-truly-wireless-headphonesRead 13 October 2026Up to 24 hours with noise cancelling on, thanks to the charging case.4Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/sony-introduces-new-wf-1000xm3-noise-canceling-true-wireless-headphones-featuring-dedicated-processorRead 13 October 20266 hours with ANC and a further three charges, up to 24 hours. With noise canceling off 8 hours per charge and up to 32 hours with the case.6Reviewwhathifi.com/news/sony-launches-wf-1000xm3-true-wireless-earbuds-with-active-noise-cancellingRead 13 October 2026What Hi-Fi review: 8 hours with noise cancelling off and a total of 32 hours with the case.

BTribit FlyBuds 3

Mode	Includes case recharges	Hours (h)
ANC off	No	5
ANC off	Yes	100

Source1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications: up to 100 hours with the charging case, 5 hours of playtime on a single charge and 19 more full recharges from the charging case. The hero text says 110 hours. The spec table is stored because 5 hours plus 19 recharges of 5 hours makes 100 hours, and reviewers measured about 100 hours. No codec, volume or ANC state is given. The product has no ANC.

Longest claimed use per chargeiHighest earbuds-only runtime among all stored modes. This can be ANC off, Hearing Aid, heart-rate or call use. Read the battery table and source conditions.

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Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC enabled. Codec and spatial-audio conditions belong in the source note.

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Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)iHighest claimed earbuds-only playback with ANC disabled. Codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

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Total with case (claimed)iHighest claimed runtime including the initial earbud charge and all case recharges. It is not the case recharge runtime alone.

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Total with case and ANC (claimed)iClaimed total playback with ANC, including the initial earbud charge and case recharges.

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Talk time (claimed)

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Full charge time, budsiTime to charge discharged earbuds to full in the case. Excludes charging the case itself or a combined buds-and-case result.

90min1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Charging: the left and right units are fully charged in about 1.5 hours.

90min1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications: earbuds charging time 1.5 hours with the dedicated charging case. The manual says about 90 minutes.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/FlyBuds_3_Manual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Charging Guidelines, page 8: charging time of earbuds about 90 minutes.

Charging guidanceiPublished charging guidance or estimates that do not separate earbuds and case. Preserve the maker’s component scope and limits. Do not assign an unspecified or combined estimate to a component-specific numeric field.

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The earbuds charge in the case. The case has a USB-C input and a USB-A output that works as a power bank for a phone, rated 5 V 1 A on the Amazon listing. The case button shows the case charge on four LEDs. The maker page says 19 more full recharges from the case.3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/FlyBuds_3_Manual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Product Parts and Charging Guidelines: USB-C charging interface and USB-A output interface on the case, four case indicator lights.6Retailer pageweb.archive.org/web/20201105173947/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088LW4JKRRead 23 October 2026Brand content: the case is a power bank with 5V/1A output and 2600mAh, and gives about 20 recharges for the earbuds.

Quick charge timeiCharge duration corresponding to quick_charge_playback_h. Source note states earbuds-only or case-inclusive charging and playback settings.

10min1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Available operating time: about 90 minutes of music playback after 10 minutes charging.

10min6Retailer pageweb.archive.org/web/20201105173947/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088LW4JKRRead 23 October 2026Brand content: 10 minutes of charge for 1.5 hrs of music.

Earbud playback after quick chargeiEarbuds-only runtime after quick_charge_min of charging. A claimed case-inclusive total does not qualify. ANC, codec and volume conditions belong in the source note.

1.5h1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Same sentence. Earbuds only. Codec and DSEE HX state not stated.

1.5h6Retailer pageweb.archive.org/web/20201105173947/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088LW4JKRRead 23 October 2026Earbuds playback. NerdTechy also says a 10-minute charge gives about 90 minutes. Coach says there is no quick charge feature.

Charging case

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Case batteryiCharging-case battery cell capacity. The source note distinguishes typical, rated and output capacity. USB output capacity alone does not qualify.

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2,600mAh1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Emergency Power Bank text: a built-in 2600 mAh battery in the charging case, which doubles as a power bank for phones. This is far above other earbud cases. Amazon, NerdTechy, Talk Android and The Gadgeteer also state 2600 mAh. No typical or rated wording.

User-replaceable case batteryiThe maker documents normal case battery replacement by the user with its approved procedure and tools. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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Case charging port

USB-C1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Supplied USB Type-C cable (USB-A to USB-C). The case charges over USB-C.

USB-C1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Stability and Convenience text: USB-C charging.

Case full charge timeiBy cable, 0 to 100 %. A time the maker gives with the earbuds inside the case counts, and the source note says so.

210min1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Charging: the headset and the charging case take about 3.5 hours together. Sony specification lists case charge time approx. 3.5 hours.2Maker product pagestore.sony.co.th/blogs/1801756442659_15195742535715/1801756442659_specificationsRead 13 October 2026Charging case battery charge time approx. 3.5 hrs.

210min3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/FlyBuds_3_Manual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Charging Guidelines, page 8: charging time of the charging case about 210 minutes. The maker page says 2 hours with the charging cable and The Gadgeteer measured a little over 2 hours on a 2000 mAh supply. The manual is stored.

Wireless charging

No8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm3-review-25342Read 13 October 2026FAQ: the WF-1000XM3 case does not support wireless charging.

No6Retailer pageweb.archive.org/web/20201105173947/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088LW4JKRRead 23 October 2026Comparison table row Wireless Charging: no for FlyBuds 3. The Gadgeteer also says wireless charging is not supported.

Wireless standardsiDocumented case charging standards or supported chargers. Magnetic alignment alone does not establish Qi2 certification.

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Wireless charging poweriHighest wireless charging input the maker states for the case. The output of a charging pad does not count.

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Speaker in caseiAn audio speaker physically in the charging case, for locating or status sounds. A microphone in the case is separate.

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Screen on case

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Case works as audio transmitteriCase relays external source audio through USB or an analog audio input. A case microphone for recording or calls does not qualify.

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Controls

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ControlsiPressure is a force sensor that does not move, such as a stem you squeeze. Button is a key that moves when pressed.

Touch1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

Touch3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/FlyBuds_3_Manual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Button Functionality, page 6: touch button on each earbud.

Earbud volume controliHow earbud controls adjust volume, including a voice command if supported. Phone or app controls alone do not qualify.

Touch8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-wf-1000xm3-review-25342Read 13 October 2026Editor note: software update 2.1.0 of January 13, 2020 added onboard volume adjustments. What Hi-Fi says the touchpads can control volume after the November 2019 firmware.

None3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/FlyBuds_3_Manual.pdfRead 23 October 2026The Button Functionality page lists no volume gesture. Coach and HiFi Report also say there is no volume control.

Gestures

Left tap: switch noise canceling and Ambient Sound Mode, Left hold: Quick Attention Mode, Right tap: play or pause, Right tap twice: next track or answer or end a call, Right tap 3 times: previous track, Right hold: voice assist1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026About the touch sensor table. Left: tap switches noise canceling and Ambient Sound Mode, hold activates Quick Attention Mode. Right: tap plays or pauses, tap twice skips to the next track or answers or ends a call, tap 3 times goes to the previous track, hold uses the voice assist function.

Double tap: play or pause music, answer or end a call, Triple tap: next track, Press and hold for 2 seconds during an incoming call: reject the call, Press and hold for 2 seconds until the prompt tone: voice assistant, Press and hold both touch areas for 10 seconds, earbuds out of the case: power on or off3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/FlyBuds_3_Manual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Button Functionality, page 6: play or pause double tap, answer or end a call double tap, next track triple tap, reject an incoming call press and hold for 2 s, voice assistant press and hold for 2 s until the prompt tone. The BTH92SC manual adds the manual power on and off by holding both touch areas for 10 s.4Owner's manualmanuals.plus/tribit/bth92sc-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbuds-manualRead 23 October 2026BTH92SC manual (published May 2023, same text as the BTH92 manual): manual power on or off by pressing and holding the touch areas of both earbuds for 10 s each, with the earbuds out of the case and in standby.

Remappable controls

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026The app can change the assignment of the left and right touch sensors.

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Voice assistant

Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, Siri1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Manual pages for the Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa and the voice assist function (Siri and Google app).

Siri, Google Assistant3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/FlyBuds_3_Manual.pdfRead 23 October 2026The manual says voice assistant. The Amazon listing names Siri and Google Assistant.6Retailer pageweb.archive.org/web/20201105173947/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088LW4JKRRead 23 October 2026Brand content: activate Siri or Google Assistant for voice commands.

Sensors and health

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In-ear detection

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Built-in sensors detect removal and attachment. The headset pauses and resumes playback.4Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/sony-introduces-new-wf-1000xm3-noise-canceling-true-wireless-headphones-featuring-dedicated-processorRead 13 October 2026A proximity sensor in each earbud detects whether one or both are worn. Music pauses when taken out and resumes when put back.

No10Reviewhifireport.com/tribit-flybuds-3-wireless-earbuds-reviewRead 23 October 2026Review: no automatic play or pause when an earbud is removed.

Sensors

Proximity sensor4Press articleaudioxpress.com/news/sony-introduces-new-wf-1000xm3-noise-canceling-true-wireless-headphones-featuring-dedicated-processorRead 13 October 2026Proximity sensor in each earbud.

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Heart rate sensor

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Skin temperature sensingiA documented skin temperature sensor. This is separate from the operating temperature range or a heart-rate sensor.

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Hearing aid featureiAmplification for mild to moderate hearing loss

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Medical clearances

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Hearing testiA documented hearing assessment feature, including consumer sound-personalization tests. Medical diagnostic clearance must be stated separately.

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Hearing protectioniLimits sudden loud sounds

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Health features

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Fit and durability

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Ear tips includediTip sizes supplied with the product, including the pair fitted to the earbuds. Do not list separately sold sizes as included.

Long hybrid silicone rubber: SS, S, M, L, Triple-comfort: S, M, L1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Package list: long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds SS, S, M, L (2 each) and triple-comfort earbuds S, M, L (2 each). Size M comes attached.

S, M, L9Reviewcoachweb.com/sports-headphones/8701/tribit-flybuds-3-truly-wireless-headphones-reviewRead 23 October 2026Review of 16 Sep 2020: ear tips in two styles with three sizes each, plus three wingtip sizes. NerdTechy says the same: six sets in small, medium and large. The maker lists 6 sets without sizes.

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Silicone6Retailer pageweb.archive.org/web/20201105173947/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088LW4JKRRead 23 October 2026In the box: 6 pairs of silicone earbuds.

StabilisersiPhysical stabilizing fittings or structures. Stability bands are separate from fins, wings and ear hooks.

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Fins6Retailer pageweb.archive.org/web/20201105173947/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088LW4JKRRead 23 October 2026In the box: 3 pairs of earfins. The manual calls them ear hooks and the shape is a fin that sits in the ear. NerdTechy calls them rotating ear fins.

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Dust and water rating, buds

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IPX81Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Text: IPX8 waterproof rating. The maker's page of Mar 2021 said IPX7, and The Gadgeteer, Coach and some retailers also say IPX7.

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Water resistance depth

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Software

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Companion app

Sony | Headphones Connect1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sony | Headphones Connect.

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App platforms

Android, iOS1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

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User firmware updates

Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Cover note asks to update the headset software and the Headphones Connect app.

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Finding network

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Precision findingiUWB in the case

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Live translation

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Dimensions and weight

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Weight per budiMass of one earbud. Tip size and approximate values belong in the source note. Do not store pair or case-inclusive mass.

8.5g(0.3 oz)2Maker product pagestore.sony.co.th/blogs/1801756442659_15195742535715/1801756442659_specificationsRead 13 October 2026Approx. 8.5 g x 2.

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Bud dimensionsiDimensions of one earbud on the explicitly identified width, height and depth axes. An unlabeled tuple cannot establish those axes.

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Case weightiCharging case mass excluding earbuds. Case-inclusive product mass does not qualify unless the source explicitly gives the empty-case figure.

77g(2.7 oz)2Maker product pagestore.sony.co.th/blogs/1801756442659_15195742535715/1801756442659_specificationsRead 13 October 2026Charging case approx. 77 g. SoundGuys weighs 79.3 g. The maker value is stored.

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Case dimensionsiCharging-case width, height and depth on explicitly identified source axes. Report conflicting axis labels rather than reorder a tuple by appearance.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res AudioiThe Japan Audio Society logos. Hi-Res Audio Wireless is also written Hi-Res Wireless Audio.

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Communication certifications

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FCC IDs

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2ALNA-BTH92SC5Regulatory filingfccid.io/2ALNA-BTH92SCRead 23 October 2026FCC ID 2ALNA-BTH92SC, True Wireless Earbuds, Shenzhen Thousandshores Technology Co., Ltd., granted 15 May 2023. An ID for the original BTH92 was not found. 2ALNA-BTH92S (Nov 2021) also exists. The record was read in Chrome.

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In the box

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In the box

Wireless Noise Canceling Stereo Headset, USB Type-C cable (USB-A to USB-C) (approx. 20 cm), Long hybrid silicone rubber earbuds (SS/S/M/L 2 each), Triple-comfort earbuds (S/M/L 2 each), Charging case1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Package contents list.

Earbuds (L and R) and charging case, Ear hooks (2 pairs), USB-C charging cable, Ear tips (5 sets), User manual, Thank-you card3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/FlyBuds_3_Manual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Package Contents, page 1: earbuds (L/R) and charging case, ear hooks (2 pairs), USB-C charging cable, ear tips (5 sets), user manual, thank-you card. The Amazon listing counts 6 pairs of ear tips and 3 pairs of earfins, which includes the pairs fitted to the earbuds.

Cables included

ASony WF-1000XM3

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-A to USB-C	0.2	1

Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026USB Type-C cable (USB-A to USB-C) approx. 20 cm.

BTribit FlyBuds 3

Type	Count
USB-C charging cable	1

Source6Retailer pageweb.archive.org/web/20201105173947/https://www.amazon.com/dp/B088LW4JKRRead 23 October 2026In the box: 1 USB-C cable. Length not stated.

Links

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Product page

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www.tribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbuds1Maker product pagetribit.com/products/tribit-flybuds-3-true-wireless-earbudsRead 23 October 2026Tribit US store page.

Spec sheet

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Manual

helpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdf1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/wf1000xm3/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026

cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/FlyBuds_3_Manual.pdf3Owner's manualcdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0616/1838/9239/files/FlyBuds_3_Manual.pdfRead 23 October 2026Maker-hosted English, German, French, Spanish, Italian and Japanese manual for model BTH92.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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Both are also in the API. Back to all earbuds.