I've tried pairing with phone and laptop and it works fine (phone for calls and laptop for audio).   Switching between two audio sources is not too bad either, since pairing is really quick. Of course if you are constantly switching then the QC35 might be a better option.

  The firmware can't be updated as far as I'm aware.

  As long as the BT is connected, it won't shutdown. You don't need to have music playing.

New review:     Basically great as long as you are not expecting bass-heavy headphones.

  I was actually surprised at how quickly the Sonys paired. I can't remember ever a BT device pairing so fast (mostly within a second or two).

  That difference in money is not justified. I actually paid £20 LESS here in the UK for the Sonys so it was an absolute no-brainer.

  Regarding voice muting, it is noticeable but not a big difference.   You can only hear a slight hiss from the Sonys with the ANC turned on in an extremely quiet environment, in which case you should just turn the ANC off anyways (something you can't do with the Bose)

  Any airport with a Dixons Travel will have these headphones for £269.99 (RRP is £329). You don't have to quote any special offer. Just call beforehand to check for stock and have it reserved.

Bought the MDR-1000x yesterday from the airport, there is a nice £60 discount compared to Amazon here in the UK.   Compared to the QC35 (which I trialled at a store):   - The QC35 are slightly more comfortable as they are lighter. - The build quality of the Sony's is better - The Sony's...