Sony WH-1000XM4

Type: Over-ear headphones | Owned: Yes

Sweat/Water Resistance

None. No IP rating whatsoever. Not suitable for outdoor use in hot/humid conditions.

Usage

• Best for: desk, office, flights, AC rooms, long listening sessions at home
• Not for: walks, workouts, outdoor use in Chennai heat (sweat will degrade ear pads and potentially damage drivers)

Karthik's Setup

Two-device strategy:

• AirPods Pro 3 (IP57) — walks, workouts, commute, calls, anything outdoors
• Sony XM4 (no IP rating) — indoor listening, travel, flights