1. Noise reduction. In addition to jokes, I used to be skeptical about this technology, because it seemed rather damp. As the demand for airpods pro with noise reduction went up, I decided to study the market, since the technology was definitely several levels higher than it was a couple of years ago. The choice fell on the thousandth series of Sony, and, to be more precise, on the overhead headphones wh-1000mx4. I was very surprised (to put it mildly) at how cool this technology is implemented in this model, since I had nothing to do with noise reduction before. In the old subway cars, because of the noise from which you can catch a psychological trauma or shell shock, everything again impressed me wildly.
2. These are not headphones. This is a real computer on your head. So many sensors/opportunities/functions. To use them, you need to download a branded application from Sony in the appstore / play market.
3. Ease of management. Transparency mode, music / call control using the touch ear cup is a definite plus. Both in terms of how it looks from the outside, and in terms of the same "tactile" sensations, that is, this is a new user experience of interaction without physical buttons. Soft touch plastic is pleasant, so it's nice to drive with your fingers.
4. Design and fit/materials. One of the few models of headphones that sits very comfortably on the head, does not press anything, does not cause discomfort. The build quality is expectedly excellent, I did not notice any backlash / squeak / whistle.
5. The complete cover deserves special respect, attached a photo.