Sony Releases Major Firmware Update for WH-1000XM6 and WH-1000X The ColleXion

Sony released firmware updates for the WH-1000XM6 and WH-1000X The ColleXion headphones on June 30, 2026, adding a dedicated Gaming Mode to both models. The updates, identified as versions 3.1.5 and 1.3.0 respectively, expand the functional capabilities of the hardware.

The update for the WH-1000XM6 brings the device to firmware version 3.1.5. The WH-1000X The ColleXion receives version 1.3.0, according to the release information.

What is the new Gaming Mode?

The Gaming Mode is the central addition in this firmware rollout. In audio hardware, a gaming mode typically optimizes the connection to reduce latency, which is the delay between an action occurring on a screen and the corresponding sound reaching the user’s ears.

By minimizing this lag, the feature aims to improve synchronization during fast-paced gameplay.

Which devices are compatible?

The firmware is available for two specific Sony models:

Users can typically access these updates through the official Sony companion application.