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Sony’s latest noise‑canceling gear sees steep limited‑time discounts

First reported Oct 15, 1:10 PM ET · Latest Oct 19, 2:52 PM ET · Explainer updated Oct 19, 4:31 PM ET

Where things stand

The Verge reports that Sony’s newest flagship headphones, the WH‑1000XM6, are currently discounted by $130, and its latest high‑end earbuds, the WF‑1000XM6, are $92 off, bringing the earbuds down to $238 at B&H Photo. Both deals are limited‑time offers available only through that retailer.

What changed

The newest report adds the earbuds discount, expanding the earlier focus on just the headphones.

Questions we’re following

  • The reports do not state how long the discounts will remain in effect, whether other retailers will match the prices, or how the reduced prices compare to the products’ original launch prices. Open

Background

Sony’s WH‑1000XM6 headphones and WF‑1000XM6 earbuds are the company’s latest models featuring active noise‑cancellation, a technology that uses microphones and sound processing to reduce ambient sounds. Retailer B&H Photo is running “Deals of the Day” promotions that temporarily lower prices for a short period.

What to watch

No specific end date for the promotions is given; the next update would likely come when the deals expire or if new pricing information is released.

Timeline of reporting

  1. Sony’s best noise-canceling earbuds are nearly $100 off today only — The Verge

    For a very limited time, Sony’s latest high-end noise-canceling earbuds are actually cheaper than their last-gen counterpart, the WF-1000XM5. B&H Photo is selling Sony’s latest WF-1000XM6 in black for an all-time low of $238 ($92 off) at checkout. Other retail

  2. Sony’s WH-1000XM6 headphones are $130 off today only — The Verge

    If you missed out on Prime Day’s headphones deals, you’re in luck. Sony’s latest flagship headphones are selling for even less than they did during Amazon’s big fall sale. As part of B&H Photo’s Deals of the Day, you can currently pick up Sony’s WH-1000XM6 noi

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