Sony's best headphones and earbuds just got a nice free update – check your app now to download it

There's new firmware for the Sony WH-1000XM6 and WF-1000XM5Both updates installable via the Sound Connect appNew low-latency mode plus improvements to Quick Access and Scene-based ListeningSony is rolling out a free software update to its flagship Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones that adds new features – and there's also one for the Sony WF-1000XM5 earbuds.The update is version number 5.0.2 for the WH-1000XM5 and 2.0.2 for the WF-1000XM6, and both updates are installed via the Sound Connect app. You'll need to ensure that your headphones are fully charged, as the update may take as long as an hour to complete.The good news is that it's an update worth waiting for.Sony WH-1000XM6 and WF-1000XM5 update: what's new?The big changes are improvements to Quick Access and to Scene-based Listening modes with YouTube Music and Apple Music, and there's a new low-latency Bluetooth connection method alongside the existing Stable Connection and Sound Quality options, which can be good for gaming and watching video.Sony also says that the updates ensure that the 'capture your own voice during call' functions work across all the ambient sound controls. There are new languages for the voice controls, and a water damage warning for the over-ears' USB port.Here's what's new in each update, as reported by Notebookcheck.net.Sony WF-1000XM5 Version 5.0.2Adds services that support Quick Access and Scene-based ListeningAllows you to choose from three Bluetooth connection methods on some smartphones:Prioritise Sound QualityPrioritise Stable ConnectionLow LatencyEnhances system software security featuresImproves general performanceSony WH-1000XM6 Version 2.0.2Adds services that support Quick Access and Scene-based ListeningEnables the Capture Voice During a Phone Call setting for all Ambient Sound Control modesAllows you to choose from three Bluetooth connection methods on some smartphones:Prioritise Sound QualityPrioritise Stable ConnectionLow LatencyAdds French, German, and Spanish to the Voice Control-supported languagesAdds moisture detection on the USB Type-C terminalEnhances system software security featuresImproves general performanceBoth updates are available now.You might also likeThe best Sony headphones for all budgets, as tested by usOur in-depth Sony WH-1000XM6 reviewThe best noise-cancelling earbuds