Four years later, the Sony WH-1000XM4 are still my favorite headphones

Like the segway, the Sony WH-1000XM4 active noise canceling (ANC) headphones were ahead of their time. The difference — one of them became the preeminent standard among consumers, and the other is the segway. Despite being four years old, the Sony WH-1000XM4 keep pace with the best of them. Sony’s former flagship headphones are comfortable […]

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Our two favorite headphones are on sale: Sony WH-1000XM5 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra

The Sony WH-1000XM5 and the Bose QuietComfort Ultra are at the top of our list of the best headphones. These are both impressive, but they are also expensive. I would rather wait for a good deal before shelling out the $400-$429 these typically cost. Luckily, Black Friday is right around the corner, and sales have […]

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Our favorite Sony headphones and earbuds are on sale!

The Sony WH-1000XM5 (left) looks a bit cleaner than the WH-1000XM4 (right). Sony tops our lists of the best headphones and the best wireless earbuds. Needless to say, they make some amazing audio products, but they are also priced accordingly. This is why it’s always nice to catch some deals on them. Today is your […]

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Deals: Save on the Apple AirPods Max and Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones

The WH-1000XM5 (left) is much friendlier to those who switch between operating systems than the AirPods Max (right). Both deals are available from Amazon, and the discounts apply to all available colors. The Apple AirPods Max offer is marked as a “limited time deal.” That said, we’re not sure how long either of the sales […]

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Deals: The most popular headphones of the year are on sale for Prime Day

There’s a sea of options when it comes to headphones, but some of them naturally stand out from the crowd. We can think of a few models that have become very popular, and all of them are discounted today, thanks to Amazon Prime Day. Some of these deals only apply to specific color versions of […]

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Forget the XM5: I’m snagging the Sony WH-1000XM4 for just $198 this Prime Day

As an audio enthusiast and longtime user of Sony’s noise canceling headphones, I’ve been eyeing getting my own pair of the WH-1000XM5 since its release. But with Amazon Prime Day deals in full swing, I’m here to tell you why I’m passing on the latest model and snagging the WH-1000XM4 instead — and why you […]

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Sony ULT WEAR vs Sony WH-1000XM5

Sony’s lineup of headphones continually impresses with innovation in sound quality, design, and features. In this head-to-head comparison, we explore the differences between the bass-heavy Sony ULT WEAR and the feature-rich favorite Sony WH-1000XM5 to help you decide which is best suited to your needs. Editor’s note: this article was published on April 17, 2024, […]

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How to choose the right headphones for different music genres

Everyone’s preferences are unique, so it is worth trying headphones or reading reviews before you buy them. However, you can make an informed purchasing decision by considering which type of music you listen to the most. If you enjoy EDM and metal, consider buying headphones with a loud bass profile, such as the Sony WH-1000XM5 […]

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The Sony WH-1000XM5 returns to its Black Friday price at $328

There’s no product for which we’re more on high deal alert than the Sony WH-1000XM5. The market-leading wireless headphones are a favorite of ours and many other audiophiles, but the $400 retail price makes them no small investment. Amazon just stepped in to help on that front, with an 18% price drop that reduces them […]

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Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones vs Sony WH-1000XM5

Now that Bose has re-entered the conversation for best active noise canceling (ANC) headphones on the market, how do they stack up against the previous top pick? Here, we compare the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones vs Sony WH-1000XM5 to see which cans are worth your money. Editor’s note: this article was published on November 23, […]

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The best headphones of 2023 get a record price drop for Black Friday

We ranked the Sony WH-1000XM5 as the best headphones of 2023, with the $400 retail price being one of the few issues we took with the headset. We’re not saying they’re not worth the money, but not everyone has that sort of budget for their audio fix. But this is why we wait for Black […]

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Bose QuietComfort Headphones vs Sony WH-1000XM5

If you’re in the market for active noise canceling (ANC) headphones, both Bose and Sony have been the natural brands to look to for years. But if you’ve narrowed your search between the new Bose QuietComfort Headphones and the Sony WH-1000XM5, which should you get? Let’s take a look. Editor’s note: this article was published […]

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Rare price drop on the top-rated Sony WH-1000XM5

Sony knows how popular the Sony WH-1000XM5 is and rarely drops the price by more than $50, if at all. This deal is from a reputable third-party seller via Walmart on the Midnight Blue variant of the headphones. The fact that only this colorway is on sale suggests to us that stock may be very […]

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Beats Studio Pro vs Sony WH-1000XM5

Now that Beats has returned to the ANC headset game with the Beats Studio Pro, how do they compare with the market at large? The current champion of the masses, the Sony WH-1000XM5, have been out in the world for about half a year now. Let’s look at the head-to-head. Editor’s note: this article was […]

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