GO. ON. IN. Explore the Vibrant World of High-Resolution Audio 1 with Sony s New h.ear Line-up

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1 2 International Business Park #05-10 Tower One The Strategy Singapore Telephone: (65) Facsimile: (65) NEWS RELEASE: Immediate GO. ON. IN. Explore the Vibrant World of High-Resolution Audio 1 with Sony s New h.ear Line-up Sony launches the world s smallest High-Resolution Audio wireless speaker, new colourful headband-style wireless headphones and easy to wear, behind-the-neck style wireless headphones From left to right h.ear on Wireless NC, h.ear in Wireless and h.ear go h.ear go The world s smallest 2 portable High-Resolution Audio wireless speaker; with Multi-room capability, Google Cast 3 and Spotify Connect h.ear on Wireless NC 4 Stylish, comfortable headband-style Bluetooth wireless headphones with Digital Noise Cancelling and long battery life h.ear in Wireless Behind-the neck style in-ear Bluetooth wireless headphones All models utilise LDAC technology for wireless listening near to High-Resolution Audio quality 5 (ASIA PACIFIC, 6 January 2016) Sony today announced fresh additions to its High- Resolution Audio line-up with an eye-catching new family of h.ear headphones and the world s smallest High-Resolution Audio wireless speaker. 1 As a product compliant with the definition stipulated by the Japan Audio Society (JAS). 2 As of January According to a research by Sony Corporation. 3 Google Cast is a trademark of Google Inc. 4 Noise Cancelling. 5 Hi-Res Audio content is transmitted at 990Kbps.

2 A perfect match for your Walkman, MP3 player, phone or tablet, h.ear blends style, comfort, on-the-go practicality and stunning High-Resolution Audio quality. The new introductions utilise LDAC TM, an audio coding technology for the transmission of High-Resolution Audio. LDAC supports several transmission rates according to wireless environment. It allows you to enjoy High-Resolution Audio content in exceptional sound quality by transmitting at the maximum transfer rate of 990 kbps (approximately three times more data than conventional Bluetooth audio). LDAC provides an enhanced wireless listening experience for all your music, the way the artist truly intended. A signature of the h.ear range, all new models are available in five vibrant colours Viridian Blue, Cinnabar Red, Charcoal Black, Lime Yellow and Bordeaux Pink. The single colour conveys a simple, subtle appearance that can easily be adapted to suit the style of individual users. From the body of the unit to its cable, components made from different materials or have different finishes were all created in the same colour. h.ear go h.ear go : Portable Hi-Res Wireless Speaker At home or on the move, enjoy great sound with h.ear go, the world s smallest portable wireless speaker 2 that is High-Resolution Audio compatible. h.ear go packs a powerful audio punch, thanks to its newly-designed 35mm diameter High- Resolution full-range speaker unit. Left and Right channel speaker chambers are complemented

3 by dual passive radiators that extend low-end response. Despite its compact size, you ll enjoy room-filling sound with EXTRA BASS delivering a taut, larger-than-life low-end. You ve also got even more music options to explore with built-in support for Google Cast TM and Spotify Connect. If you re out and about, the compact h.ear go won t weigh you down; and with a massive 12 hours battery life, you re unlikely to run out of juice. Wireless connectivity is enabled through Bluetooth and One-touch listening via NFC. Wired connection options with USB-B and Audio In are also available. Back home, h.ear go slots easily into your multi-room set-up or can be used as a standalone speaker. Multi-Room compatibility opens up exciting new listening experiences powered by Sony s SongPal app. Link two h.ear go units for a wireless stereo speaker system, or add h.ear go as wireless surround 6 extension speakers to boost your home cinema set-up. h.ear on Wireless NC h.ear on Wireless NC: Bluetooth Headphones with Digital Noise Cancelling Made for style conscious music lovers, the new h.ear on Wireless NC headphones stands out from the crowd with impressively detailed listening and head-turning looks. 6 Available by version upgrade from June 2016.

4 Digital Noise Cancelling instantly makes ambient sounds fade away, letting you focus on the music and nothing else. AI Noise Cancelling constantly further analyses ambient sounds around you, automatically selecting the most effective noise cancelling mode to suit the environment you re in. Even with Bluetooth and noise cancelling switched on, a huge 20-hour battery life offers plenty of stamina for that transcontinental trip or just some valuable me time during a busy day. h.ear on Wireless NC fits comfortably over the ear, immersing you in crystal clear High- Resolution Audio compatible sound with powerfully precise bass and beautifully transparent highs, powered by a 40 mm HD driver unit. Audio quality is further enhanced by coating the diaphragm domes with titanium to suppress unwanted vibrations and reproduce crystal clear sound with high linearity. Specially designed ear pads boost wear comfort while minimising sound leakage to ensure your music won t disturb anyone else. Offering the freedom of wireless listening, the smooth, compact design has a seamless finish and the fit of the headphones is designed to be incredibly sure with no gap around the head. h.ear in Wireless: In-ear Bluetooth Behind-the-neck Style Headphones h.ear in Wireless: In-ear Bluetooth Behind-the-neck Style Headphones Made for elegant everyday listening, h.ear in Wireless debuts a light, comfortable behindthe-neck design that sits comfortably and discreetly around your neck.

5 Slip in the high-comfort in-ear earphones and connect wirelessly with your smartphone or MP3 player: you re all set for breathtaking sound with exquisitely balanced vocals and instruments. Equipped with a compact, highly-sensitive 9mm driver unit, h.ear in Wireless features an outer magnetic path-type magnetic circuit to maximise the driver output. h.ear in Wireless also offers an in-built microphone and HD voice support for clear hands-free calling on your smartphone. As a clever extra detail, there s also a regular minijack input for direct connection to your phone or MP3 player so the music doesn t have to stop if you re ever out of battery power. The new range of h.ear headphones and h.ear go wireless speaker from Sony will be available in selected Asia Pacific countries from March ### Specifications Sheets SRS-HG1 Wireless Speaker High-Resolution Audio Speaker Unit Power Output Sound Mode Wi-Fi Bluetooth NFC Battery Life Standby Mode Input Terminals Weight Dimensions Supplied Accessories 2 full-range speakers, 35mm diameter 12W + 12W ClearAudio+, DSEE HX DLNA Google Cast Spotify Connect Version: 4.0(A2DP, AVRCP, SPP, HFP) Supported codecs: SBC, AAC, LDAC Communication range: 30m Yes 12 hours Networked standby mode Stereo mini-jack input, Micro USB Approx. 790g Approx. 204 x 62 x 60 mm AC power adaptor

6 MDR-100ABN Headphones MDR-EX750BT Headphones High-Resolution Audio Driver Unit / Type 40mm dome type, Closed, Dynamic 9mm dome type, Closed Dynamic Frequency Response 5Hz-40,000Hz (Power on) (Wired) 5Hz-40,000Hz(Power off)(wired) Impedance Sensitivity 32ohms (POWER ON) (Wired) 16ohms (POWER OFF) (Wired) 103dB/mW (Power on) (Wired)Power off) (Wired) 16ohms Cable Length Approx. 1.2m Approx. 1.0m 105 db/mw (When using the dedicated headphone cable) Weight Approx. 290g (excluding cable) Approx. 38g (excluding cable) Volume Control Yes Yes Built-in Microphone Yes Yes Noise Cancelling Yes (Automatic AI Noise Cancelling) - NFC Yes Yes Bluetooth Version 4.0 (A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP) Supported codecs: SBC, AAC, aptx, LDAC Version 4.1 (A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP) Supported codecs: SBC, AAC, aptx, LDAC Passive Operation Yes (Wired when battery runs out) Yes (Wired when battery runs out) Batteries DC3.6V: Built-in Li-ion rechargeable DC3.7V: Built-in Li-ion rechargeable Battery Charging Time Approx. 6 Hours (Full charge) Approx. 2.5 Hours (Full charge) Battery Charging Method USB USB Battery Life (Music playback time) (Communication time) (Waiting time) Max. 20 Hours (BT ON/NC ON) Max. 18 Hours (BT ON/NC ON) Max. 200 Hours (BT ON/NC OFF) Input(s) USB (Micro), Stereo Mini Jack - Supplied Accessories Carrying Case, Headphone Cable, USB Cable Max. 7.5 Hours Max. 7.5 Hours Max. 200 Hours Carrying Pouch, Case, Headphone cable 1.0m, Micro-USB cable 0.5m, Earbuds (SS, S, M, L) About Sony Electronics Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. Based in Singapore, Sony Electronics Asia Pacific Pte. Ltd. is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation. It serves as the regional management and marketing headquarters for Sony s consumer as well as broadcasting and professional products, overseeing Asia, Middle East and Africa regions. For more information on Sony s products and services in Asia Pacific, please visit

7 About Sony Corporation Sony Corporation is a leading manufacturer of audio, video, game, communications, key device and information technology products for the consumer and professional markets. With its music, pictures, computer entertainment and on-line businesses, Sony is uniquely positioned to be the leading electronics and entertainment company in the world. Sony recorded consolidated annual sales of approximately US$68 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, Sony Global Web Site: