Sony has quietly refreshed its premium WH-1000XM6 headphones in India with a new Sandstone colour. The new option has been available since June 4 and costs Rs 39,990, just like the other variants.
It’s a nice addition for anyone who cares about looks, but that’s about it — nothing has changed in terms of features. Meanwhile, many users are still waiting for Sony to bring its latest WF-1000XM6 earbuds and the special 1000X The Collexion headphones to India, as both are yet to make their way here.
What’s New with the Sandstone Edition?
The Sandstone version doesn’t bring any changes in features. It’s purely a new colour option.
You can now buy the WH-1000XM6 in five colours:
- Black
- Platinum Silver
- Midnight Blue
- SandPink
- Sandstone
The headphones are available through Sony stores, online platforms like Amazon, and retail outlets such as Croma and Reliance Digital
Key Features Remain the Same
Even though the look is new, everything inside the headphones stays the same. Some of the main highlights include:
- Audio tuning done with professional mastering engineers
- Sony’s QN3 noise-cancelling processor
- A 12-microphone system for better noise cancellation
- Build-In 360 Reality Audio
- Multipoint Bluetooth (connect to two devices at once)
- Improved call quality
- Compact design with carry case
The new QN3 processor is much faster than before, helping the headphones activate noise cancellation more accurately.
What About WF-1000XM6 and 1000X The Collexion?
Sony has no upcoming plan for launching the WF-1000XM6 earbuds in India.
Globally, these earbuds come with better noise cancellation, improved sound processing, and clearer calls compared to the older model
The 1000X The Collexion, introduced as successor of 1000X series, is also yet to arrive. This model is expected to sit above the XM6 headphones, offering a more premium design and upgraded audio experience.
For now, there is no update from Brand about when these products will be unveiled in the Indian market.
Expected Timeliness for Sony 1000X series products
Looking at Sony’s past launches, their premium audio products usually arrive in India a few months after being released globally.
In some cases, it took around 2 to 7 months for products to reach the Indian market.
So, it’s likely that the WF-1000XM6 and the anniversary headphones could launch in India soon — but nothing has been confirmed yet.
In comparison to other brands, Sony usually launches Products in the global market and then gradually launches in India markets.
Here’s a quick look at the timeline:
| Product | Global Launch | India Launch |
|---|---|---|
| WF-1000XM4 | June 2021 | January 2022 |
| WF-1000XM5 | July 2023 | September 2023 |
| WH-1000XM5 | May 2022 | September 2022 |
| WH-1000XM6 | May 2025 | September 2025 |
| WF-1000XM6 | February 2026 | Not yet launched |
| 1000X The Collexion | May 2026 | Not yet launched |
As you can see, Sony typically takes around 2 to 7 months to launch its flagship audio products in India.
Based on this pattern, there’s a good chance that the WF-1000XM6 earbuds and the 1000X The Collexion could arrive in India in the next few months — though nothing has been officially confirmed yet.
Final Thoughts
If you were excited to buy the WH-1000XM6, the new Midnight Blue and SandPink colour gives you a stylish option.
But if you’re waiting for the next-gen earbuds or the special anniversary model, you’ll have to wait a bit longer — Sony hasn’t revealed any timeline yet.
