arkivoAPI
Menu

TV and audio / Earbuds

Sony LinkBuds Clip

SonyMusic earbuds

LinkBuds Clip

Released January 2026.2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Announced Jan. 21, 2026 and available now in the US on that date. Japan retail from February 6, 2026 per kakaku.com. Month 2026-01 follows the US availability. Last checked 16 October 2026.

Form factor
Open-ear
ANC
No
Battery life
9h
With case
37h

66 of 166 fields known.

Compare with another earbudsDownload JSONDownload CSVGet it from the API

All specs

SourceCalculated

General

Series
LinkBuds8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-review-152048Read 13 October 2026Review calls it a solid addition to the LinkBuds line.
Model numbers
WF-LC900, YY2999, WFLC900/B, WFLC900B.UC1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Cover page: Model YY2999. Support page and parts list name WF-LC900.4Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026Retailer model WFLC900/B. SoundGuys lists WFLC900B.UC for the same black US model.8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-review-152048Read 13 October 2026Spec table: model number WFLC900B.UC (black, US).
GTIN / EAN
0272429340544Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026UPC 027242934054 for model WFLC900/B (black).
Announced
21 January 20262Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Sony Electronics release dated Jan. 21, 2026.
Status
Available2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Available now at Sony.com, Amazon, Best Buy and other authorized dealers.
Predecessor
Not available
Successor
Not available
Launch price (US)
$229.992Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Suggested retail price $229.99 USD at Sony.com, Amazon, Best Buy and other authorized dealers. Available now.
Launch price (EU)
€1997Reviewt3.com/tech/earbuds/sony-linkbuds-clip-reviewRead 13 October 2026Review price line: sold at Sony UK, US, EU and AU for 179.99 GBP, 229.99 USD, 199 EUR and 329.95 AUD. EUR price as published for the EU, taken as including VAT.
Markets
US, GB, EU, AU, JP6Spec databasekakaku.com/item/K0001765684/specRead 13 October 2026Sold in Japan.7Reviewt3.com/tech/earbuds/sony-linkbuds-clip-reviewRead 13 October 2026Sold at Sony UK, US, EU and AU. Japan from kakaku.com. Tom's Guide lists Bluetooth 4.3, which conflicts with Sony and SoundGuys and is not used.
Colours
Black, Greige, Green, Lavender2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Black, greige, green and lavender.
Segment
Music2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Music and entertainment listening. Sony sells it in its headphones range.

Design

Form factor
Open-ear2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Truly wireless open-clip earbuds with a C-shaped design that does not intrude into the ear canal.
Bud shape
Ear cuff1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Wearing section: clamp the headset on the thin edge of the ear, similar to an ear cuff. Parts list names the earcuff body and flexible clip.
Use one bud alone
Either bud1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Using only one headset unit: either unit can be removed from the case and used alone. In factory settings music playback sits on the right unit.
RGB lighting
Not available

Drivers and sound

Drivers per bud
TypeDiameter (mm)Count per earbud
Dynamic101
Source4Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026Driver unit 10.0 mm. Headphone type open air. Driver kind from T3 below.6Spec databasekakaku.com/item/K0001765684/specRead 13 October 2026Driver unit 10 mm (Japanese model WF-LC900 black). Sales date February 6, 2026 in Japan.7Reviewt3.com/tech/earbuds/sony-linkbuds-clip-reviewRead 13 October 2026
Driver type
Dynamic7Reviewt3.com/tech/earbuds/sony-linkbuds-clip-reviewRead 13 October 2026Review text: 10 mm dynamic drivers.
Driver size
10mm
Drivers per bud
1
Diaphragm material
Not available
Frequency response
Not available
Impedance
Not available
Sensitivity
Not available
Sensitivity reference
Not available
Max sample rate
Not available
Max bit depth
Not available
Adaptive EQ
Not available
Personalised sound
Not available
Onboard EQ
Not available
Custom EQ bands
102Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 202610-band EQ customizable in the Sony | Sound Connect app.
EQ presets
Not available
Volume limit
Not available

Spatial audio

Spatial audio
360 Reality Audio1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Sound Connect app lists 360 Reality Audio Setup. About 360 Reality Audio page describes the conditions of use.
Head tracking
Not available

Noise cancelling

Active noise cancelling
No8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-review-152048Read 13 October 2026FAQ: no noise cancellation. Review: no noise cancelation feature.
ANC type
Not available
ANC microphones in both earbuds
Not available
Adaptive ANC
Not available
ANC levels
Not available
ANC attenuation (claimed)
Not available
Transparency mode
Not available
Adjustable transparency
Not available
Automatic ANC and transparency blend
Not available
Conversation detection
Not available
Wind noise reduction
Not available

Measured

Frequency response notes (measured)
Not available
Bass amount (measured)
Not available
Treble amount (measured)
Not available
Deviation from target (measured)
Not available
Consistency between fittings (measured)
Not available
Harmonic distortion (measured)
Not available
Sound leakage (measured)
Not available
Noise isolation (measured)
Not available
Noise isolation, best (measured)
Not available
Passive isolation (measured)
Not available
Call quality notes (measured)
Not available
Mic low-frequency extension (measured)
Not available
Mic high-frequency extension (measured)
Not available
Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)
Not available
Latency (measured)
Not available
Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)
Not available
2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)
Not available
Latency in game mode (measured)
Not available
Battery life (measured)
ANCHours (h)
No7.17
Source9Measurementsoundguys.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-review-152048Read 13 October 2026Lab test, single charge, 7 hours 10 minutes. SoundGuys level-matched battery test. Firmware v1.0.3, Sound Connect app 12.5.0. Codec and volume not stated.
Longest tested use per charge
7.17h
Battery life with case (measured)
Not available
Full charge time (measured)
Not available
Weight per bud (measured)
6.2g(0.2 oz)9Measurementsoundguys.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-review-152048Read 13 October 2026Weighed earbud 6.2 g. Case 41.7 g.

Microphones and calls

Voice microphones in both earbuds
Not available
All microphones in both earbuds
Not available
Bone conduction voice sensor
Yes2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Bone conduction sensor precisely captures the voice.5Maker product pageexperience.sony-asia.com/sg/home/exploredetail/1214Read 13 October 2026Bone conduction sensors detect voice vibrations from the jawbone.
Mic noise reduction
AI2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026AI-based noise reduction system removes background noise.
Call audio bandwidth
Not available
Mic mute control
Not available
Sidetone
Not available

Connectivity

Chip
Not available
Connections
Bluetooth1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026
Bluetooth
5.34Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 20265Maker product pageexperience.sony-asia.com/sg/home/exploredetail/1214Read 13 October 2026Sony Asia explainer: Bluetooth version 5.3 with multipoint support.6Spec databasekakaku.com/item/K0001765684/specRead 13 October 2026Bluetooth 5.3 Class 1.
Bluetooth codecs
SBC, AAC1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Supported codecs page: SBC and AAC over A2DP.
Bluetooth profiles
A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP4Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026Specification block copied from the Sony US sheet: profile A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP. Supported formats SBC and AAC. Content protection SCMS-T.
LE Audio
Not available
Auracast
No8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-review-152048Read 13 October 2026FAQ: Auracast is not supported.
Multipoint
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026
Multipoint devices
21Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Multipoint section: connected to 2 devices simultaneously. A third device replaces the one that played last.
Multipoint with LDAC
Not available
Paired devices remembered
81Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Pairing sections: paired with up to 8 devices. A 9th pairing replaces the oldest.
Automatic switching between own devices
Not available
Fast pairing
Microsoft Swift Pair1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Windows 11 pairing section describes Swift Pair. The manual does not mention Google Fast Pair.
Audio sharing
Not available
Wireless range (claimed)
10m4Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026Effective range 10 m.
Wireless receiver
Not available
Receiver connector
Not available
Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
Not available

Latency

We could not find any of these 3 fields. Show them
Low latency mode
Not available
Claimed latency
Not available
Lowest claimed latency
Not available

Compatibility

Platforms
Android, iOS, Windows, macOS1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026
Connection per platform
PlatformConnectionMicrophone works
AndroidBluetoothYes
iOSBluetoothYes
WindowsBluetoothYes
macOSBluetoothYes
Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Pairing sections for iPhone, Android smartphone, Windows 11 and Mac (macOS 12 or later). Video call section for computers selects the Hands-Free (HFP) microphone. Microphone use on phones is covered by the Making a call and Receiving a call sections.
Features that need a specific device
FeatureNeeds
360 Reality AudioA music streaming app that supports 360 Reality Audio on an iOS or Android smartphone or tablet. The app may require a fee. Not available in some countries and regions.
Google GeminiAssign Digital assistant to one earbud in the Sound Connect app. Gemini must be the primary assistant on the phone. Not supported in some countries and regions.
Tencent XiaoweiAvailable only in China.
Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026
Official licence
Not available

Battery and charging

Battery per bud
Not available
User-replaceable earbud battery
Not available
Claimed battery life
ModeCodecIncludes case rechargesHours (h)
ANC offAACNo9
ANC offSBCNo8
ANC offNot availableYes37
CallNot availableNo4
Source1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Available operating time: music AAC maximum 9 hours, SBC maximum 8 hours, communication maximum 4 hours. Earbuds only on one full charge. No ANC exists, so music rows use anc_off. The 37 hour total with case is from the maker launch release.2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026Up to 37 hours (9 hours earbuds plus 28 hours case) over Bluetooth. Codec not stated.
Longest claimed use per charge
9h
Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)
Not available
Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)
9h
Total with case (claimed)
37h
Total with case and ANC (claimed)
Not available
Talk time (claimed)
4h
Full charge time, buds
90min1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications: charging time approx. 1.5 hours (headset). Charging page: left and right units fully charged in about 1.5 hours from a charged case.
Charging guidance
Not available
Quick charge time
3min1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Available operating time: about 60 minutes of music playback after 3 minutes charging.
Earbud playback after quick charge
1h1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Same sentence. Earbuds only. Codec and volume not stated.

Charging case

Case battery
Not available
User-replaceable case battery
Not available
Case charging port
USB-C1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026
Case full charge time
180min1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications: charging time approx. 3 hours (charging case), by a commercially available USB Type-C cable.
Wireless charging
No2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026No wireless charging is mentioned. USB charging only. Confirmed by SoundGuys.8Reviewsoundguys.com/sony-linkbuds-clip-review-152048Read 13 October 2026FAQ: no wireless charging. USB port is the only way to charge.
Wireless standards
Not available
Wireless charging power
Not available
Speaker in case
Not available
Screen on case
Not available
Case works as audio transmitter
Not available

Controls

Controls
Touch1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026
Earbud volume control
Touch1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026
Gestures
Double tap, Triple tap, Tap 5 or more times1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Tap controls table. Left unit: tap twice switches listening mode, 3 times Quick Access, 5 or more times lowers volume. Right unit: tap twice play or pause, 3 times next track, 5 or more times raises volume. Assignments can be changed in the app.
Remappable controls
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026
Voice assistant
Google Gemini, Google app voice assist, Siri, Tencent Xiaowei1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Manual pages for Google Gemini, voice assist function (Google app), Siri and Tencent Xiaowei. Gemini and Xiaowei are not available in all regions. Xiaowei is China only.

Sensors and health

In-ear detection
Yes4Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026Feature text: Wear to Play starts playback automatically when the earbuds are put in.
Sensors
Bone conduction sensor2Press releasesony.mediaroom.com/2026-01-21-Sony-Electronics-Unveils-LinkBuds-Clip-Open-EarbudsRead 13 October 2026
Heart rate sensor
Not available
Skin temperature sensing
Not available
Hearing aid feature
Not available
Medical clearances
Not available
Hearing test
Not available
Hearing protection
Not available
Health features
Not available

Fit and durability

Ear tips included
Not available
Ear tip materials
Not available
Stabilisers
Not available
Ear tip fit test
Not available
Dust and water rating, buds
IPX41Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Water resistance section: the headset complies with IPX4 under IEC 60529. The charging case is not water resistant.
Dust and water rating, case
Not available
Water resistance depth
Not available

Software

Companion app
Sony | Sound Connect1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026
App platforms
Android, iOS1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026
User firmware updates
Yes1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026
Finding network
Not available
Precision finding
Not available
Live translation
Not available

Dimensions and weight

Weight per bud
6.4g(0.2 oz)1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications: approx. 6.4 g x 2 (headset). Taken as one earbud.4Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026Earbud weight approx. 6.4 g x 2. Case approx. 42 g.6Spec databasekakaku.com/item/K0001765684/specRead 13 October 20266.4 g per earbud including the fitting clip.
Bud dimensions
Not available
Case weight
42g(1.5 oz)1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Specifications: approx. 42 g (charging case).4Retailer pageworldwidestereo.com/products/sony-linkbuds-clip-truly-wireless-open-earbuds-blackRead 13 October 2026
Case dimensions
Not available

Certifications

We could not find any of these 4 fields. Show them
Hi-Res Audio
Not available
Communication certifications
Not available
FCC IDs
Not available
Other certifications
Not available

In the box

In the box
Wireless Stereo Headset (1), Air Fitting Cushions for LinkBuds Clip (2), Charging case (1), Documents (1 set)1Owner's manualhelpguide.sony.net/mdr/2999/v1/en/print.pdfRead 13 October 2026Included items list.
Cables included
Not available

Warranty

We could not find any of these 1 fields. Show them
Manufacturer warranty (source market)
Not available

Compare with

Pick a earbuds to see both side by side. Differences are marked yellow.

More earbuds comparisons

Sources

We read 9 sources for this earbuds. The numbers match the markers in the sheet.

  1. Read 13 October 2026Backs 32 fields
  2. Read 13 October 2026Backs 13 fields
  3. Read 13 October 2026Backs 2 fields
  4. Read 13 October 2026Backs 9 fields
  5. Read 13 October 2026Backs 2 fields
  6. Read 13 October 2026Backs 4 fields
  7. Read 13 October 2026Backs 4 fields
  8. Read 13 October 2026Backs 5 fields
  9. Read 13 October 2026Backs 2 fields

See a wrong value? Tell us and name the field.