Tools

These are some common tools used to work on this device. You might not need every tool for every procedure.

Background and Identification

Sony headphones are produced by the Japanese electronics behemoth also responsible for the PlayStation. Founded in 1946, Sony has produced audio-video equipment, cameras, computers, and has made huge strides in the data storage space. Their headphones division is but a small branch of their company, yet they still produce industry leading headsets in both the over-ear/on-ear and in-ear categories.

Sony headphones can usually be identified by a printed Sony logo on some part of the headset or earbuds—however, their branding is a bit more subtle than others, so you might have to search a bit for it.

Sony deserves commendation for the repairability of their WF-1000XM3 wireless earbuds, as they had one of the simplest battery replacement procedures of our earbuds repairability roundup.