Sony has launched its first neckband speaker with the Dolby Atmos feature. The Sony SRS-NS7 is the first neckband speaker in the world to feature Dolby Atmos. The SRS-NS7 comes with the WLA-NS7 Bluetooth transmitter which combines with BRAVIA XR television models to transmit Dolby Atmos audio to the speaker. The 360 Spatial Sound Personalizer app will assist users to take pictures of their ears to create an HRTF map of their ears. The HRTF map is then fed back into the system to customize the Atmos sound to your specific ear and head shape.

The SRS-NS7 can also minimize the latency in audio for an improved viewing experience. However, the low latency feature is only compatible with BRAVIA XR TV models. Unfortunately, even Sony’s TVs are not currently compatible with the low latency mode.

The SRS-NS7 can also be paired with a PC, smartphone, or any Bluetooth-enabled device source. Calls are also possible with the microphone. The SRS-NS7 can connect to two devices simultaneously, which is impressive.

The SRS-NS7 comes with a single active driver and one passive radiator on either side. Both are angled upwards for precise positioning of the sound outlay. The speaker has a fabric cover and a flexible neckband, and the device is IPX4 splash-resistant. Up to 12 hours of activity is guaranteed on a full charge, with fast charging also possible. A quick ten-minute charge can give up to an hour of battery life.

The WLA-NS7 wireless transmitter is sold separately for $60 and can be used with some Sony Bluetooth headphones.

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